Author Topic: 223 24" encore (Read 558 times)

sk330lc · « **on:** August 06, 2005, 03:18:40 PM »

Hey all ,

I just picked up my 5th Encore Barrel. It's a standard 24" 223. I was wondering what you've all found to be, the best Factory ammo to shoot out of it. also what would be a good scope for under $200?
Thanks

kb · « **Reply #1 on:** August 07, 2005, 03:13:17 AM »

Sorry I cant help you on a scope, but you might check out Cabellas for some ideas.

What is the rate of twist of the 223 barrel? Im thinking of getting one to play with.

Thanks,

kb

sk330lc · « **Reply #2 on:** August 07, 2005, 10:24:26 AM »

Quote from: kb

What is the rate of twist of the 223 barrel? Im thinking of getting one to play with.

Thanks,

kb

I believe it's a 1 in 12" Twist .. I'm kinda new to Centerfire Rifles.. Growing up in southeastern, Ohio A good 12Ga and a 22 Long rifle will do just about everything You want For hunting Needs... I thought the 223 would be a good Yot and groundhog Rifle.. Plus Cheap to shoot from what I've seen on Ammo Prices.

Thanks

poncaguy · « **Reply #3 on:** August 07, 2005, 10:59:21 AM »

Would go with a Burris or Mueller, Mueller especially if you use more than a 3x9x40.......I use Wally World Winchester white box 45 grain varmit rounds, great accuracy and good price.

DaddyPaul · « **Reply #4 on:** August 09, 2005, 12:17:49 AM »

I have shot several .5" groups with Winchester "white box" 55gr. FMJ's out of my 24" .223 barrel. I have had a couple smaller than that with the smallest at 3/16". If you look down the side of the barrel it looks like the finish is wet or something, there are ripples over a good portion of it? When I got it I immediately saw this and though, "Uh oh!" Shot it a few times and quickly fell in love with it. The yotes don't like it as much as I do though.

sk330lc · « **Reply #5 on:** August 09, 2005, 04:34:29 PM »

Thanks all,

I'll Have ta get some Winchesters In the White Box and try them.. I was thinking About a 4-12x40 Scope . Would this be to much scope?? most all shots will be Under 200 yards... Also anybody shoot Blackhills Ammo?

THanks again

mjbgalt · « **Reply #6 on:** August 09, 2005, 05:54:44 PM »

i just bought a bushnell banner scope that is 4-12x40 and i am VERY pleased with it.

only about $100 but seems to be well worth every penny.

-Matt

sk330lc · « **Reply #7 on:** August 10, 2005, 01:18:41 PM »

Matt, Thanks For the Hint on the Bushnell. I've been looking at them and Simmons.. I don't really want to break the Bank. On a scope thats Going ta ride around, In the Pick-up in the racks all the Time.. Nice to hear from the other Corner of our great state..