I too used to always pull the barrels on those rifles as I read they were not accurtate - but now know that you can't trust everything gunwriters say wink

I know now that many of those rifles shot very well - plus many also had chrome lined barrels, which is a big asset in wet country

Phil Shoemaker
Alaska Master Guide,
Alaska Hunter Ed Instructor
FAA Master pilot
www.grizzlyskinsofalaska.com

Anyone who claims the 30-06 is not effective has either not used one, or else is unwittingly commenting on their marksmanship.