david8613 69 Posted April 21, 2016 Im thinking about doing another build, but not sure which caliber to go with? Purely range and defensive use. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Purple Patrick 638 Posted April 21, 2016 Do you already have one or the other ? Sent from my SM-G920V using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Schrödinger's cat 87 Posted April 21, 2016 If you reload there are lots of other options. If you only want plinking and HD and something different isn't what you are looking for then save yourself some money and get .223 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mikeyjones 88 Posted April 21, 2016 Personal preference but my next build is going to 6.8g probably. Something a little out of the norm. Sent from my Z812 using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rob0115 1,107 Posted April 21, 2016 Did you mean 6.5 G or 6.8 SPC II? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rob0115 1,107 Posted April 21, 2016 I'd probably build a Grendel because it's all AR parts except bolt and barrel. .308 is great but will cost lots to build. Do you handload? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mikeyjones 88 Posted April 21, 2016 Meant 6.5 g. Sent from my Z812 using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Schrödinger's cat 87 Posted April 21, 2016 Meant 6.5 g. Sent from my Z812 using Tapatalk I just got my .264 / 6.5G barrel from Black Hole, it looks awesome ! I fully expect it to be a very accurate 1000 yard rifle. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rob0115 1,107 Posted April 21, 2016 I really like my Grendel but built a 6mmAR which has very interesting ballistics. I still have a Grendel and like it better than my 6.8 SPC. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rob0115 1,107 Posted April 21, 2016 I just got my .264 / 6.5G barrel from Black Hole, it looks awesome ! I fully expect it to be a very accurate 1000 yard rifle. They do really nice stuff. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Schrödinger's cat 87 Posted April 21, 2016 There are so many interesting calibers to choose from for my next build. 20 practical 30 American and .243 are the ones I'm thinking of. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mikeyjones 88 Posted April 21, 2016 There are so many interesting calibers to choose from for my next build. 20 practical 30 American and .243 are the ones I'm thinking of. 243 in an ar platform doesnt seem worth it Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Schrödinger's cat 87 Posted April 22, 2016 243 in an ar platform doesnt seem worth it Why is that ? On the AR forum I like there is someone that competes - and wins a lot. One of his favorite guns that he has won many matches with is his .243 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mikeyjones 88 Posted April 22, 2016 Why is that ? On the AR forum I like there is someone that competes - and wins a lot. One of his favorite guns that he has won many matches with is his .243I guess it depends on which games you play. For 3gun, I don't see the point of 243. Sent from my Z812 using Tapatalk Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Schrödinger's cat 87 Posted April 22, 2016 I hear you. I was talking about killing prairie dogs and paper. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bully 749 Posted April 22, 2016 I've been hearing really good things about 6x45. Might be worth a look-see. In an AR (which I'm assuming you are building) it's a barrel swap and neck the brass from 5.56 to 6 and go shoot. Not like 300BO with the cutting and stuff. Apparently works really well it of shorter barrels. 223AI will most likely be my next out of a 700. It's an easy fireform using factory ammo. So 2 calibers from 1 rifle. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites