I have just finished reading all 13 pages of this thread. I really enjoyed all the information. It has inspired me to build my own .358. !!
Kinda contagious.
I need to get a hold of JES and find out what the shortest barrel is that will still burn up all the powder. My Uncle has a 18.5" based on a Rem. 600. I have a couple of Ruger Hawkeye's but the barrel's are 16.5" Decisions, decisions...