SmallCaliberCentral

I have to say that I am very interested in hearing a report on your rifle. I have been considering buying a Remmy VLS .204 and switching out the barrel for a 1 in 10 twist.

Can't wait to see the range report and pics.

I have a Remington 788 .223 that needs a scope upgrade. Right now it has an older Bushnell 3x9 that has worked well, but a friend invited me to go with him to shoot some squirrels this spring so I want a scope with more magnification. Not wanting to spend mega $$$ because it will still be a jackrabb...

Nice shot.

Is that a stock off a Remmy VTR?

[/quote] By the way, as you mentioned the 223AI, I'll add that I shoot this caliber, and like a couple of others here, will attest to it's effectiveness in the field.....a caliber truly worthy of going to the trouble to load for. If you want a star Ackley Improved caliber, rework one of your 223's t...

I have been researching the .223 AI quite a bit lately, and then I started wondering if it would be possible to Ackleyize the .204?

Is this a dumb question? Or is it possible?

What do you think?

Hey thanks for the info. It is much appreciated.

Here's an article from the home page of this site about barrel lengths. I suppose there will be variables-loads,powder burn rates,etc. I shoot a Remington VTR that has a muzzle brake which effectively shortens-performance wise-the barrel to 20". Doesn't bother me at all and I don't think anyth...