Cant argue that everyone's needs are different....mine tend to gravitate toward coyotes and cats, with some pigs thrown in. This barrel will probably see 1500rd if I am lucky, maybe less. For me, thats simply a cost of doing buisness, and the capabilities are easily worth it. I have never had the privilege of prairie dogs, seems like a nice way to spend an afternoon.

As for the pressure, may very well be. All I know is it works, shoot lights out, and I have brass on its 5th load with no signs of concern.