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Old 02-20-2019, 03:26 PM
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Default 7mm 1:12 twist

What is the purpose on an older 7mm rem mag having a 1:12 barrel twist rate?
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Old 02-20-2019, 03:35 PM
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To shoot 120gr bullets?
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Old 02-20-2019, 03:37 PM
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To shoot 120gr bullets?
my thinking is 120-140 gr faster than a faster twist barrel - idk
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Old 02-20-2019, 06:19 PM
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Old 7mm pills were notoriously small. That's why.
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Old 02-20-2019, 07:39 PM
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Speed sells guns.
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