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I've got an opportunity to buy either a .204, or a .223 Encore barrel.
The 223 is a standard 24" blued Encore barrel.
The 204 is a blued 26" barrel that is .810 at the muzzle.
What's your favorite?
Which one would sell easier if I don't like it.
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I'd go 223 but i've never been a big 204 fan . Everyone and his brother have 223s though so I guess you could be different.
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I'd definitely go with the .223. More versatility in the available ammo and, for me, a 24" standard barrel proves a nice compact and well-balanced Encore rifle. Longer, full contour barrels are front heavy and I don't like to carry them.
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I think Id go 223, but I have 6.5x55 barrel i havent shot yet!
Deer Camp! about as good as it gets!
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I should be tried for insanity with regards to the Swede......
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I've already got one 223. I thought I might buy the other and compare accuracy to my current one. The most accurate stays.
But.... The 204 looks interesting. This is the problem with the rifle Looney sickness.....
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My first couple .204s were lemons. I'm glad I tried one more time.  I have no practical use for any .22 centerfire these days. If I can't do it with my .204 it's time to reach for the .257 Roberts. Tom
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Here be dragons ...
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My first couple .204s were lemons. I'm glad I tried one more time. Tom Were these 204's Ruger rifles?
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The 204 has completely replaced the 223 for me on the prairie dog fields. I still have and shoot the 223 but it's with heavier bullets.
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