merchant marine
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I have decided to go for the match champion version. Was wondering what sort of accuracy bump I can expect going to the 6th instead of the 4.2?
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Accuracy Issue.. GP 100
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Hammerhead
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No mechanical advantage, but the longer sight radius and the more muzzle heavy balance point might help.
testuser79
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Not sure about the Ruger, but I have a 2.5" 686 Plus that will easily shoot 4 inch steel on my dueling tree at 20 yards and ring my gong at 35 or 40 yards.
You'll gain better recoil control when firing heavier loads due to the weight of the longer barrel, although extra weight is more fatiguing, and may shoot it a bit better due to the longer sight radius.
As for cons, having weight on the barrel makes transitions between multiple targets slower, since the barrel has it's own momentum, you'll notice it when moving between targets, but obviously not a factor if shooting at a stationary bullseye. This doesn't seem like it's for carry, so slower draw speed and greater footprint isn't a factor, I assume. Ballistic advantage will be minimal, especially with heavier bullet weights.
You'll gain better recoil control when firing heavier loads due to the weight of the longer barrel, although extra weight is more fatiguing, and may shoot it a bit better due to the longer sight radius.
As for cons, having weight on the barrel makes transitions between multiple targets slower, since the barrel has it's own momentum, you'll notice it when moving between targets, but obviously not a factor if shooting at a stationary bullseye. This doesn't seem like it's for carry, so slower draw speed and greater footprint isn't a factor, I assume. Ballistic advantage will be minimal, especially with heavier bullet weights.
g.willikers
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That all depends on you, doesn't it?
Having used revolvers with barrel lengths from 3" to 8", there never seemed to be any significant difference after practicing with it.
If it's a disappointment, just use a larger target.
No sense in suffering ego problems over it.
Having used revolvers with barrel lengths from 3" to 8", there never seemed to be any significant difference after practicing with it.
If it's a disappointment, just use a larger target.
No sense in suffering ego problems over it.
You gain the extra sight radius and you also gain extra weight that can help you for shot time recovery or hurt you if you don't have the strength for extended range sessions. Sometimes the 4 inch feels more balanced. Also the 6inch adds some time to you draw (if your shooting in competitions.) I've owned 4 inch and 6 inch GP100s and didn't realize a difference in accuracy.