AI Barrel...what would you do?

[dms416]

I just pulled the factory 26" barrel on my AI AW. I considering something shorter. Do I...

A) Just send the 26" off to get shortened
or
B) Avoid the hassle of finding and sending it off to a smith, sell (or keep) the 26, and just buy a 20" from MileHigh?

Considerations: I like the profile on the 26, and it could be shortened to exact length or thread specs (if I opt to go for a brake).

 

[shoot4fun]

The 26" barrels are normally UK barrels and have 1 in 12 twist. I like the 1 in 10 twist better. Currently I have a 24" 1 in 10 AINA, 24" AI UK 1 in 12 and a 20" AINA 1 in 10. But then I do have more than one AI rifle.
My vote would be leave the 26" and pick up a 20" AINA. You can find them in the PX here sometimes at good prices.

 

[HodgdonExtreme]

I'd leave it be and buy a new barrel the way you like it from moon @ crescent customs.

 

[XOR]

FYI. My 26" AIAW barrel is lighter than my 20" AIAW barrel. The profiles are completely different and the 20" is much thicker diameter. I'm not a huge fan of cutting barrels myself. I'd just get one made for you from a reputable smith in the length and profile you want.

 

[hypno02]

I have a 24" 1-12" LW on my AE and it is a laser. If I were you I'd shorten that barrel if it shoots good. If it doesn't shoot that well or has over 5,000-6,000 rounds through it I'd consider buying a new barrel.

JMHO. If you're happy with the barrel so far I'd say stick with it.

 

[Roddd]

Keep the 308 barrel and order another in a 6 or 6.5 mm flavor.

 

[dms416]

Keep the 308 barrel and order another in a 6 or 6.5 mm flavor.

Yeah...No...Not even an option

 

[redneckbmxer24]

If you decided to sell the 26" barrel let me know.

 

[tylerw02]

I'd just shoot out the 26" barrel and then decide.


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[dms416]

If you decided to sell the 26" barrel let me know.

Feel free to PM me.

 

[Victor Co Heather]

I had MHSA cut my AW308 barrel down to 22" when I ordered it, which seems to have a good balance between power and portability. Though my good buddy with an AW308 gets solid hits at 1400 yards with his 26" barrel. If I were you I would keep it at 26"