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Update on barrel life fears with the .264 Winchester Magnum/WC-872


After cleaning the bore, took it to my gunsmith for a health checkup with a Hawkeye Bore Scope. I don't keep accurate records on amount of rounds down the bore, but I know it's at least 700 at this point.

No fire cracking whatsoever
End of the chamber looks new. He says usually they're blown out with this cartridge.
Still a little carbon, so I'll JB it again. Lands sharp.

He says that very slow burning ball powder is probably the reason it looks so good.

I'll be taking it to the Sporting Rifle Match to wring it out this weekend. We decided to take our hunting rifles only this time since it's the last match of the year before hunting season.

Bring your lightweight rifle, Tanner!