I found that afer 2500- 3000 rounds of 204 I saw about the same erosion with it as I do with 4000-4500 rounds with my 223's.
Interesting.I have a .204 but only have about 1600 rounds through the barrel and I was wondering how long it will hold up. I expected to see it starting to cough at about 2500 to 3000 rounds and your info kinda confirms that.I suppose it will puke some time after that.
Ya, I bought the 204 years ago because it was new and different and FAST. And I really like the little cartridge. It's been awfully fun - but when the barrel goes... I just might replace it with a 223 barrel for the practicality. I dunno.
I don't do enough varmint shooting to wear it out anytime soon. Meanwhile it does a fine job on rockchucks & such. Coyotes? Ya. I'd like to smack a bobcat with it too, but I haven't made that happen yet.
Guy
