I’ve been debating having SSK build a barrel in .30-20 for my Gen 1 T/C Contender frame. I’m thinking 18”, but might do 16.25”. I have some brass that I’ve been converting to .25-20, but enough to also play with a .32-20. The idea of a .25-20 is intriguing, but I have 2 rifles in .25-20 already and honestly don’t want to pay for the premium barrel in .25 or .32. My questions are:
1. Will the Lee .32-20 dies size the neck small enough for good bullet retention for the .30-20 chamber?
2. I like the 1-10” twist I think, are there reasons I should consider 1-8” or 1-7”. If I was going to shoot 200 grain bullets I think I’d go 300 aac blackout.
3. Has anyone tried the Barnes 120 or 125 in their’s for hunting?
The other option is a 6.5 TCU. I have dies for it, but I already have a Contender in 6.5-30 JDJ.
Thanks