Optimum barrel length for .22 Hornet...

[ironglow]

I have 40 yr old Savage 219L (much like the NEF) in .22 Hornet caliber.
It has a 26" barrel which I am considering shortening to 22"..
   Where can I find out what the shortest length is that I can cut my barrel to and still retain full power ?

[FirstFreedom]

I don't know the answer to your question; nor do I know where you could find out for sure.  But an educated rough guess would be in the 20 to 21" range.  I say this because the .22 WMR is said to begin losing velocity at around 18.5" of barrel length, and the hornet has a smidge & a half more powder.  If it were me, I'd cut it to 21", maybe 22".  You might just get more velocity than from the 26".

[ironglow]

Thanks FF...lots of viewers but few answers. Perhaps  not having a clear answer, they preferredto pass.
  Your train of thought seems logical...I may well go that way.