06-05-2018, 05:58 PM
LRRPF52 Wrote:I've found that pretty much any barrel length in 6.5 Grendel is pretty boring to shoot at 500yds, unless you shoot 2 MOA targets or less.
Which is why I settled on 16" for my build. It gives me more reach than my 18" 5.56, while still being relatively compact & lightweight. At the time of my build, I didn't want the hassle of dealing with a pinned muzzle device or having limits on use of my pistol. Since I'm in CA, my AR15 pistol is considered an Assault Weapon now, and it cannot be used for hunting on public land. Otherwise I'd probably be jumping on board the ~12" Grendel wagon.
In my case a 16" barrel makes sense as the best all-around compromise. At any rate, I'm looking forward to dialing in my new SWFA 3-15x (SFP) scope this weekend!