Funny, much like my thoughts on supersonic transition and it's effect on the 22lr,
I don't believe free-floated is a rule, only a suggestion.
You ought to see some of the other more ridiculous setups I've built.
What annoys folks, is they work.
Minimizes barrel harmonics and provides a stable platform.
My lack of ability does not interfere with results.
It comes down to cartridge quality and wind effects.
Go take a gander at jbell's rimfire 6x5.
My results at 100 and 200 yards with barrel block rigs are in there.
As a side benefit, you ought to see the looks I get.
For some reason folks seem to leave me plenty of space at the range.
Works well in this time of "social distancing".
I wonder how this rig does?
or this one?
Seems a few folks don't think free floated is all that important, eh?