jurassic Wrote:Thanks, I should probably just leave it alone and get on the wait and notification lists for barrels again.
I was in no way trying to discourage you from cutting your barrel. Actually, I encourage it because of this...
jurassic Wrote:...I don't like the gun because of the weight and length (it's a hunting rifle,)...
A good barrel will not go bad if properly cut and crowned. And since you don't like the rifle as is, no reason not to alter it to your satisfaction. Adco could make quick work of the alteration, and it wouldn't be too costly.
FWIW, an 18" Grendel with rifle-length gas is my favorite hunting setup. More than once I've purchased 20" or longer Grendel barrels with the intent of cutting then back. The only exception has been a 20" with target crown, which is approximately the same length as an 18" with a muzzle device. (Hint: Cut your barrel to 18" with a target crown to effectively get the length of a 16" with muzzle device.)
Drifter