I want to buy a 7.62x39 bolt gun for cast boolit shooting.
Three choices come to mind.
a. Ruger Ranch rifle with 1/10 twist- approx $400
16.5 barrel, threaded barrel.
b. Howa 1500 mini Heavy barrel. 1/8 twist approx $500, 20 inch barrel 0.730 muzzle dia.
c. CZ 527 carbine with 1/9.5 twist, 18.5 inch barrel.
approx $650.
I am leaning toward the Howa but will the 1/8 twist be too fast cast. I play to shoot 150-180 gr at 1500-1700 fps.
I would appreciate your comments on the pros and cons of each of these rifle.
Thanks,
Centex Bill