Originally Posted by William_E_Tibbe

* The twist rates for bigger bullets are slower than those of smaller bullets.


What is meant by "bigger bullets" ?

If "bigger" means heavier bullets in the same calibre, then the statement is wrong because :

- heavier bullets are longer and require more gyroscopic stabilisation
- heavier bullets are usually slower

that is 2 reasons why bigger/longer bullets need a faster barrel twist rate to be stabilised.

If "bigger" means bullets of a larger diameter, then the statement is wrong also because bullets of differing diameters but of similar sectional density will be of similar lengths and will require similar gyroscopic stabilisation. Thus, if their velocities are similar, they will require similar barrel twist rates.

Is it too ambitious or too naive to look for an honest politician? Or simply a useful one?