StarMetal
12-31-2005, 06:42 PM
Blogs, shorthand for "web pages" are widely credited with debunking the accuracy and authenticity of CBS's memos about George Bush's National Guard records. But they are apparently causing problems for gun manufacturers, too.
Winchester Ammunition and Browning and Winchester Firearms recently released a memo about the 223 and 243 Winchester Super Short Magnum (WSSM0 cartridges and barrel wear. The reason for the releases: Specifically cited in the memos was widespread misinformation that the cartridges caused barrels to shot out in as few as 300 rounds.
Responding to this charge, the companies wrote, "Anyone with a moderate level of shooting experience knows that if you push a bullet down a bore at extreme velocities, wear and tear is increased. The WSSM calibers are no exception to this rule....With modern manufacturing techniques, we have been provided another wonderful tool....the ability to economically chrome-plate our rifle bores: something the so-called "experts" knew nothing about before jumping both to conclusions and into chat rooms.
Continuingon, the release read, "The 223 and 243 WSSM cartridges are said to "burn up" barrels in as little as 300 rounds. Nothing could be further from the truth. Test results show that even in non-chromed barrels, the wear performance of WSSM cartridges is equal to the beloved 22-250. In chromed barrels, the wear resistance is doubled. It should also be noted that we have never sold a Browning or Winchester rifle in 223 or 243 WSSM without chromed barrels. As an added benefit, the smooth surface of chromed barrels makes cleaning them significantly easier.
Now may Starmetal adds that he's all along thought that properly made chrome lined barrels may be as accurate as non chromed barrels. He's know all along that they are indeed much easier to clean. Well fellows, this opens up a whole new bag of debates huh? Also shows the manufacturers do read forums. Also opens up are chromed barrels better for cast bullets??? ...and also why until all this bunk come up didn't Winchester and Browning advertise the chromed barrels in those calibers? Further more...did Remington and Savages, and other manufacturers eye's pop out of their sockets when they read this?
Joe
P.S. Bass Ackwards....what have you to say about chromed barrels and cast boolits?
Winchester Ammunition and Browning and Winchester Firearms recently released a memo about the 223 and 243 Winchester Super Short Magnum (WSSM0 cartridges and barrel wear. The reason for the releases: Specifically cited in the memos was widespread misinformation that the cartridges caused barrels to shot out in as few as 300 rounds.
Responding to this charge, the companies wrote, "Anyone with a moderate level of shooting experience knows that if you push a bullet down a bore at extreme velocities, wear and tear is increased. The WSSM calibers are no exception to this rule....With modern manufacturing techniques, we have been provided another wonderful tool....the ability to economically chrome-plate our rifle bores: something the so-called "experts" knew nothing about before jumping both to conclusions and into chat rooms.
Continuingon, the release read, "The 223 and 243 WSSM cartridges are said to "burn up" barrels in as little as 300 rounds. Nothing could be further from the truth. Test results show that even in non-chromed barrels, the wear performance of WSSM cartridges is equal to the beloved 22-250. In chromed barrels, the wear resistance is doubled. It should also be noted that we have never sold a Browning or Winchester rifle in 223 or 243 WSSM without chromed barrels. As an added benefit, the smooth surface of chromed barrels makes cleaning them significantly easier.
Now may Starmetal adds that he's all along thought that properly made chrome lined barrels may be as accurate as non chromed barrels. He's know all along that they are indeed much easier to clean. Well fellows, this opens up a whole new bag of debates huh? Also shows the manufacturers do read forums. Also opens up are chromed barrels better for cast bullets??? ...and also why until all this bunk come up didn't Winchester and Browning advertise the chromed barrels in those calibers? Further more...did Remington and Savages, and other manufacturers eye's pop out of their sockets when they read this?
Joe
P.S. Bass Ackwards....what have you to say about chromed barrels and cast boolits?