Author Topic: Decisions - 300 Whisper (Read 489 times)

jlk · « **on:** July 14, 2003, 04:36:07 AM »

I have a choice to make, I would like some feedback. I can purchase an SSK .300 Whisper and I have a choice of barrels. I would like some feedback pro's or con's on which you think would be best. I will use this barrel for problem animal control. They are the following:

1) 14" blue contender
2) 14" SS contender
3) 16.5" blue encore

Any comments would be welcome.

DesertRam · « **Reply #1 on:** July 14, 2003, 05:25:10 AM »

I like shooting the handguns, but the 16.5" barrel would be nice in that you could use it as a carbine too. At least for me, that would extend my effective range somewhat. If you're limited to close range shots, this might not concern you.

jlk · « **Reply #2 on:** July 14, 2003, 06:03:38 AM »

I would be able to setup to where everything would be within 100yds.

Robert · « **Reply #3 on:** July 18, 2003, 09:19:52 AM »

I had the 16", and I didnt really think it was as quiet as some folks claim. It is certainly 'quieter' than lets say...30-30 or something, but the shorter barrels are of course louder. I get quieter loads with my longer SKS loaded sub-sonic with big bullets. I have looked into these loads quite a bit for pests in my chicken coop. The best thing I have found is a long barreled .22 rf loaded with 22 CB ammo. The normal CB's work great in my tube mag, and they have CB long that will work in a clip magazine. These are fun bullets to shoot, and definatel have enough poop for close work. I used to have a Marlin 22 bolt rifle, and that was the quietest of all. A single shot with a 21-22 inch barrel would be awesome.