YOUR 4" vs. 6" Accuracy?

I own a number of S&W K Frame revolvers, with barrels ranging from 2" to 6". I notice very little difference in accuracy between them personally, though I do have to focus a little harder with the 2" Model 15 and 2.5" Model 66 because there isn't enough barrel heft to point as instinctively.

All in all, I can manage the same size groups with the 2" 15 that I can with the 6" 14.

And for the record, I grade myself as a slightly above average shot, so I'm no expert.
 
Don't do it.

I haven't read the whole thread; apologies if you've made your decision already. Here's my experience:

If you're not using a scope or red dot, your accuracy will decrease the same amount as your reduction in sight radius. You'll also lose velocity.

If you put a red dot on it, you will be more accurate even with the shorter barrel, as it takes sight radius out of the equation. But you'll still lose velocity, I'd guess at least 50 fps.


When you see published velocity specs. on .22 ammo, it always assumes it is being shot out of a rifle barrel, unless otherwise noted. The velocity gain from a rifle is pretty amazing. As the powder is burning, pressure keeps building up behind the bullet in the barrel, pushing it faster and faster.

Since this is not a self defense handgun, there's no use for a shorter barrel. Stick with your 5.5.

I have a Ruger Mk. II Target (6-7/8" barrel) and I had a Ruger Mk. II Classic (4" barrel). the longer barrel (sight radius) made it MUCH easier to hit with the 6-7/8" barreled one.
 
got to disagree with clifford hughes

Clifford L. Hughes

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Clifford said-
"Accuracy does not depend on barrel length. Longer barrels seem to shoot more accurate because the distance between the sights.":confused:


Barrel length does play an important part in accuracy. The more length of rifling, the more stabilization of the bullet. Obviously there's not much difference between a 10 inch barrel and a 16 inch. But try benchrest shooting a 4 incher to the 6 incher at 15+ yards and you'll see the difference.:)

If barrel length had no role in accuracy, why aren't we seeing snipers with short barreled rifles?!!!?:confused: Why do marksman and hunters prefer longer barrels- if they could do the same with shorter ones? And if your saying the the bullet needs a longer barrel to gain speed/ buck wind/ ballaistics etc well then this corresponds with getting more accuracy.

Clifford- Let me know why ya think the length of barrel has no effect on accuracy. Please... I'm interested to see your point of view. maybe some factual evidence.

Hey Holden,

what kinds a groupens are ya gettin with the Neos, I'm interested to see..-must be 6.5 inch barresl.. hows it shoot? My friends thinken of purchasing one for the great price.
 
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I only sandbagged it once and wasn't trying all that hard but I got about an inch at 25yds with Florida sweat in my eyes. I usually stand on my hind legs when I shoot and it's better than my 6" Python like that. As for the specs on it, good luck finding one like that, it's a 7.5 inch Delux INOX and is discontinued. If I ever see another, or a loose barrel for sale, I'll buy it in a heartbeat.;)
 
I have a Dan Wesson Pistol Pak with 2.5",4",6",and 8" barrels. From a practical stand point I see no difference out to 25 yards.

My best 100meter group was with a 4" Colt Trooper, 5 rounds in the black of a Canadian Bull target. I have never matched that with any other Wheel gun.

90% of accuracy is the shooter. So shoot what is comfortable and you can hit your target.
 
I had a 4 inch blued Trooper MKIII and it was a bullseye machine. I'm still kicking myself for trading it. I told myself I'd find a six inch later on, yeah, right.:( Wait a minute, I already made this post. Will you people stop reminding about the trooper.
 
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