Originally Posted by markhammett
Does anyone know what a #3 fluted would weigh at 22"?


What caliber? I now that can sure make a difference in weight. Bartlein website says 3.5 lbs for a #3.

Not an exact comparison but might help as an example. I just had 2 rifles built using the 2b contour, both finished @ 22.5" and both with 3/4" shanks. Everything is pretty much the same as far as parts, one barrel is fluted and one isn't. The non fluted rifle is a 7MM-08, the fluted is a .243. The .243 actually weighs a little more than the 08. So knowing the caliber might help guestimate the overall weight.

But like others have said, the rifle will likely be a bit muzzle heavy - not much but a little which is not a bad thing IMHO.


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