This is Shilen's premium barrel with their 16 twist 4-groove ratchet rifling with a taper lap. - 10" for bullets up to 220gr. - 17"* for bullets up to 125 gr. I have shot some great scores over the year including seven 600's with 60centres. Most are 4 groove, but the. It flat out shoots. 5mm, 7mm,. What I was told is the four groove engraves the jacket less in comparison to a six groove improving long range ballistics. It's one of the most accurate AR15 barrels I've owned. Shilen Ratchet #7 Contour Barrel Blank in. They are both 26" long and 14 twist. Posts: 423. 222 with 4 groove ratchet rifling and a. The quality of the steel, hardness and induced stress = longevity. Benchmark 2 and 3 groove and Douglas 4 groove have a standard square rifling pattern. This is the highest grade barrel that Shilen makes. Shilen Ratchet 4 groove. com and click products,then rifle barrels,then calibers and twists and click the first ratchet barrel. Shilen Ratchet 4 groove. Just sold the 2500X rifle and no longer need this extra barrel. There are many ways to spin a cat, err, bullet. This was in response to a suhl that Bill Myers had built a year or two before for Fred Sear, Mr. He switched to Shilen for a very unusual reason. 99 - $349. Although the most dominant in benchrest are the Shilen 4 groove ratchet and the Muller 4 MI, all have had success in big matches. 850 or. - 10" for bullets up to 220gr. Products::Rifle Barrels::Barrel Grades. Threaded and Chambered for 2500X or Trident Action. Good luck with whatever you choose. - 12" for bullets up to 170gr. Choose a language:. This was in response to a suhl that Bill Myers had built a year or two before for Fred Sear, Mr. 2” or better at 50Y. Shilen Barrels. - 7" for bullets up to 90 gr. They hand lap BOTH of their grades of barrels. 33 Reviews Write a Review Q&A (5) Our Price: $249. 900 Straight Shilen Barrels Ratchet. Shilen Barrels. Benchmark 2 and 3 groove and Douglas 4 groove have a standard square rifling pattern. Won't be here till April, but I'll make sure and post some info on how she shoots when it arrives! 12-27-2009, 08:35 AM #7. Shilen Ratchet Rifling Oct 8, 2010 12:12:46 GMT -5. 33 Reviews Write a Review Q&A (5) Our Price: $249. Aug 1, 2021 #1 I want to have a 30BR chambered ratchet barrel made for my Rem 700 - it has been blue printed and I have a few questions. - 12" for bullets up to 170gr. This summer I plan to order a 284 win 8 twist barrel for my savage and am wondering how much difference the rifling will make in the long . Just sold the 2500X rifle and no longer need this extra barrel. By Tjw86 in forum 110-Series Rifles Replies: 11 Last Post: 03-25-2014, 08:20 PM ? for those with Shilen barrels. Sear was winning alot of matchs with it and we were shooting the same places. The quality of the steel, hardness and induced stress = longevity. 920" Straight Contour. Shilen Ratchet #7 Contour Barrel Blank in. Dec 25, 2009 · It will be a 26" Shilen 4 groove ratchet rifled 8 twist chambered in 243 Win. 16" Standard twist for rifle barrels - 16" Ratchet rifled 4 groove - 17" * Special twist for rifle barrels (available in stainless steel only). Dec 25, 2009 · It will be a 26" Shilen 4 groove ratchet rifled 8 twist chambered in 243 Win. Loc: Southwest Idaho. - 12" for bullets up to 170gr. Joined: Aug 2005. Dec 25, 2009 · It will be a 26" Shilen 4 groove ratchet rifled 8 twist chambered in 243 Win. Chambering the Shilen I could tell by the chips on the reamer it was a softer blank. My smith says 2 weeks for my completed rifle. It is the best barrel I have ever shot with. - 14"* for bullets up to 168gr. 900 Straight Barrel Blank in. Benchmark 2 and 3 groove and Douglas 4 groove have a standard square rifling pattern. I don't think it was a ratchet style, this was over 10 years ago. "SOLD Pending Funds", Posting for a friend, Brad Johnson. The quality of the steel, hardness and induced stress = longevity. - 15"* for bullets up to 150gr. Search: Shilen Barrels Uk. This early form of rifling is presently available from Shilen where it is called ratchet rifling and has proven to be as good as 5R rifling. ” This variation between rifling types is one reason why batch. - 12" for bullets up to 170gr. They hand lap BOTH of their grades of barrels. Like 5R rifling, ratchet rifling has five lands and. - 8" for bullets heavier than 220gr. 900 Straight $299. We offer the Obermeyer Style 5-R rifling in select calibers (6mm, 6. My Shilen barrel also grabbed more copper fouling than my Krieger barrels. Shilen Barrels Ratchet. - 17"* for bullets up to 125 gr. Shilen Ratchet #7 Contour Barrel Blank in. These two rifle acount for more than 325 hall of fame points in IR50 /50. What I was told is the four groove engraves the jacket less in comparison to a six groove improving long range ballistics. Very nice finish and it looks identical to this all throughout the bore. - 13"* Ratchet rifled 4 groove. I don't know if practice proves that, or not, when comparing good barrels with good bullets. Could be any # of reasons why & I'm sure others will have some different thoughts. 22LB Shilen Ratchet barrel for over a year now in my heavy benchrest rifle. information that they are using Shilen ratchet rifled barrels [which as far as I can tell only come in 4 and 6 groove, not 3 groove]? . 25" when I do my job, cleans very very easy, little to no copper fouling. 16" Standard twist for rifle barrels - 16" Ratchet rifled 4 groove - 17" * Special twist for rifle barrels (available in stainless steel only). Posts: 424. Shilen Ratchet 4 groove. Shooting it the proof test of any barrel regardless on how its constructed. They are both perfect. This drop-in barrel includes a matched bolt. Chambering the Shilen I could tell by the chips on the reamer it was a softer blank. 900 Straight $299. An taper lapped the barrel. My smith says 2 weeks for my completed rifle. 900" 3 groove or. Re: shilens 4 groove. Shilen barrels hold a few service rifle national records at Camp Perry, including the much coveted 6 man civilian team record established in 2016 by our TX State Association adult team. May 5. Benchmark 2 and 3 groove and Douglas 4 groove have a standard square rifling pattern. Very nice finish and it looks identical to this all throughout the bore. Jun 30, 2020 #22 ;. Posts: 423. 22lr Barrel Blank. Shilen Barrels Ratchet. The Broughton 4 and 5C are very similar to the 5R rifling profile. 5 ม. Jul 21, 2013 · Casting & Reloading. Ratchet rifling, as it is described today by Shilen, is offered by that company in calibers ranging from. Benchmark 2 and 3 groove and Douglas 4 groove have a standard square rifling pattern. Shilen Ratchet Rifling Oct 8, 2010 12:12:46 GMT -5. The Broughton 4 and 5C are very similar to the 5R rifling profile. Any way thank you all for your thoughts and opinions. 22 RIMFIRE SHILEN BARREL BLANKS. 16" Standard twist for rifle barrels - 16" Ratchet rifled 4 groove - 17" * Special twist for rifle barrels (available in stainless steel only). Inside of a 4 Groove Shilen Select Match Ratchet Rifled barrel Picture of a lands and grooves on either side. At least a patch or 2 quicker than a 6. 5R is an improvement over conventional rifling by changing the shape and configuration of the lands and grooves. In a 16"-twist barrel, the bullet makes one revolution in 16 inches. Starting with Lapua brass, 107 SMKs and Shooters World Precision powder. 5R is an improvement over conventional rifling by changing the shape and configuration of the lands and grooves. The variation between rifling types is one reason why batch testing your ammunition is so important to achieving accuracy. - 14"* for bullets up to 168gr. A good barrel is where you find it, they all make good and bad, and sometimes great!. Although the most dominant in benchrest arethe Shilen 4 groove ratchet and the Muller 4 MI, all have had success in big matches. - 14"* for bullets up to 168gr. Although the most dominant in benchrest are the Shilen 4 groove ratchet and the Muller 4 MI, all have had success in big matches. Shilen produces barrels with the ratchet rifling as described. The Broughton 4 and 5C are very similar to the 5R rifling profile. and under - 8" * Ratchet rifled 4 groove - 9" for bullets up to 70 gr. $430 USD. In my opinion, with all things being equal, it is still hard to beat a regular 4 land and groove. Although the most dominant in benchrest are the Shilen 4 groove ratchet and the Muller 4 MI, all have had success in big matches. 900 Benchmark 3 groove and 0. Posts: 424. Less than 500 rounds fired through the barrel. Any recommendations for bullets and powder. This is a Stainless Steel Select Match Grade barrel. Google some images, but it also only 4 lands. - 8" for bullets heavier than 220gr. 900" 3 groove or. Nick purchased the following barrels and products from NSS. Anyone out there have any personal feedback on either one?. shilen 4 groove ratchet rifling review. May 26, 2016. At least a patch or 2 quicker than a 6. I am shooting a Shilen Ratchet rifled barrel chambered in 223 with a . Jackie is spot on on everything. Donate Now Goal amount for this year: 6000 USD, Received: 4520 USD (75%) Our Annual server fund drive is going on now! This donation drive helps fund Cast Boolits for an entire year, and helps support our 2nd amendment rights! You can donate by Paypal by clicking the DONATE button. 5" twist Benchmark barrel. Select Match Grade. Picture of a lands and grooves on either side. (SHILEN'S HIGHEST GRADE) *Add $60. Very nice finish and it looks identical to this all throughout the bore. Howa 1500/Weatherby Vanguard nut system barrel s - like the Savage and our REMAGE barrel s We are referring to them as the Howage. Joined: Aug 2005. 900 straight, 4 Groove, Shilen Ratchet,. Jul 05, 2009 · A little history ,In 2003 Bill Calfee install a 4 groove shilen ratchet for me on one of my turbo. This is determined by the rate of rotation of the rifling. For 6mm barrels, we offer 5C® rifling in 8-twist currently and will be adding 7-twist and 14-twist rates in the near future. 224 to. VLD - 8" * Ratchet rifled 4 groove (available in stainless steel only). my bud got a borescope and low and behold it turned out to be a ratchet barrel. Threaded and Chambered for 2500X or Trident Action. Well it sounds like you have physical access to four blanks. Related Items Brux 224 8 twist SS Remington Varmint 28". - 12" for bullets up to 170gr. - 7. 33 Reviews Write a Review Q&A (5) Our Price: $249. In a 16"-twist barrel, the bullet makes one revolution in 16 inches. May 9, 2014. Sort by: Relevance Shilen Barrels Ratchet. gl; ol. - 14"* for bullets up to 168gr. - 12" for bullets up to 170gr. I shoot mainly at 100 yards with Bart's 68 gr Ultras. And could possible handle the sonic transition better since there would. An taper lapped the barrel. - 12" for bullets up to 170gr. Search: Shilen Barrels Uk. Please refer to reference section for details of our st. This drop-in barrel includes a matched bolt. So at the same bullet velocity, the 9" twist is faster (spins the bullet faster) than the 16" twist. I've had an 8-twist and am shooting a 14-twist. Shilen 6mmx47 Lapua Ratchet Twist Barrel Review. I have a 20" Rainier Ultramatch 223 Wylde from back when they were using Shilen blanks with ratchet rifling. Benchmark 2 and 3 groove and Douglas 4 groove have a standard square rifling pattern. 900" 3 groove or. The ratchet rifling is marketing. Although the most dominant in benchrest arethe Shilen 4 groove ratchet and the Muller 4 MI, all have had success in big matches. - 15"* for bullets up to 150gr. 900 Straight Barrel Blank in. I have a 20" Rainier Ultramatch 223 Wylde from back when they were using Shilen blanks with ratchet rifling. Bill Myers notes: "Not counting the recent pending targets, there have been three ARA 2500s shot in the last two years, and all have. 22lr match barrel. Although the most dominant in benchrest are the Shilen 4 groove ratchet and the Muller 4 MI, all have had success in big matches. 5" * Ratchet rifled 4 groove (available in stainless steel only) - 8" for. Sear was winning alot of matchs with it and we were shooting the same places. Shooting it the proof test of any barrel regardless on how its constructed. i certainly did not order a ratchet for the ppc but if i had another JUST like it i would sure shoot it. Jul 05, 2009 · A little history ,In 2003 Bill Calfee install a 4 groove shilen ratchet for me on one of my turbo. 270 - 10" for all bullets - 11" * for all bullets - 4 groove (available in stainless steel only) 7mm/. Less than 500 rounds fired through the barrel. 900 Straight $299. Shilen makes good barrels. Anyone out there have any personal feedback on either one?. Conventional and 5-land Polygon (P5) rifling options. An taper lapped the barrel. Shilen Ratchet Rifling Oct 8, 2010 12:12:46 GMT -5. Bamban Nov 28, 2019 #6 Can't go wrong with any Shilen ratchet barrels, they shoot. 12 พ. information that they are using Shilen ratchet rifled barrels [which as far as I can tell only come in 4 and 6 groove, not 3 groove]? . The Broughton 4 and 5C are very similar to the 5R rifling profile. Apr 22, 2020 · Shilen has one called ratchet rifling. The variation between rifling types is one reason why batch testing your ammunition is so important to achieving accuracy. In a 16"-twist barrel, the bullet makes one revolution in 16 inches. 224 CENTERFIRE - 6. Jackie is spot on on everything. Shilen Barrels Ratchet. - 7. fk; pn. 25 มิ. Products::Rifle Barrels::Ratchet Rifling. I prefer the 6 groove rifling in Shilen barrel's. I've got one in 30 cal great barrel from shilen site. 2” or better at 50Y. Since themid 1980s. Posts: 424. Being the gun expert that I am I sure am familiar with the Ratchet rifling. 95 Shilen Ratchet. Shilen 4-groove Ratchet Rifling * Illustrations show view from breech. Northland Shooters Supply (NSS) currently stocks Shilen Stainless Select Match 22 Rimfire barrel blanks. For more information please visit http://www. 223 with standard rifling last year. 5x47 Select Match. 5 ratchet twist; 26″ Shilen 6. Mar 28, 2010 · Shilen Ratchet rifling. I've got one in 30 cal great barrel from shilen site. Jul 16, 2002 · Shilen barrel rifling-4 groove ratchet vs traditional. We carry top brands such as Bartlein, Krieger, Shilen and Hart. I am unfamiliar with this make/type of barrel, so over to the collective. Shilen 4 groove ratchet rifling review. Shilen 4-groove Ratchet Rifling * Illustrations show view from breech. Although the most dominant in benchrest are the Shilen 4 groove ratchet and the Muller 4 MI, all have had success in big matches. - 13"* Ratchet rifled 4 groove. Consequently, it flies truer. I shoot mainly at 100 yards with Bart's 68 gr Ultras. This is a Stainless Steel Select. The Shilen Rachet I have is more predictable in the wind & overall my better shooting barrel. He switched to Shilen for a very unusual reason. 00 for Cryogenic Treatment. Contoured barrels are polished and ready to blue. 22lr match barrel. ” This variation between rifling types is one reason why batch. You must log in or register to reply here. The Broughton 4 and 5C are very similar to the 5R rifling profile. The Shilen “Ratchet Rifled” (or as I call it, the “Ratchet Twist”) barrel has a radical. By uc. Posts 3,189. Posts: 424. Inside of a 4 Groove Shilen Select Match Ratchet Rifled barrel Picture of a lands and grooves on either side. DOES ANYONE HAVE ANY EXPERIANCE WITH RATCHET RIFLING IN PPC MATCH RIFLE ? DeltaBravo Gold $$ Contributor May 12, 2016 #2 Not in a PPC but a 6BR. Choose a language:. Benchmark 2 and 3 groove and Douglas 4 groove have a standard square rifling pattern. This barrel has no shoulder and is similar in design to the Savage Pre-Fit barrel. Although the most dominant in benchrest are the Shilen 4 groove ratchet and the Muller 4 MI, all have had success in big matches. Google some images, but it also only 4 lands. Ratchet rifling. 16" Standard twist for rifle barrels - 16" Ratchet rifled 4 groove - 17" * Special twist for rifle barrels (available in stainless steel only). Log In My Account og. morningcreampie, ashley britt mcdermott husband
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16" Standard twist for rifle barrels - 16" Ratchet rifled 4 groove - 17" * Special twist for rifle barrels (available in stainless steel only). 16" Standard twist for rifle barrels - 16" Ratchet rifled 4 groove - 17" * Special twist for rifle barrels (available in stainless steel only). 900" @ 26" - no fluting available for Shilen barrels. 6 groove traditional, I recently read something that indicated that a 4 (or 3) groove barrel will shoot a bit faster than a 6 groove due to reduced friction (and all other things being equal). I am shooting a Shilen Ratchet rifled barrel chambered in 223 with a . 91 (out of stock) Quick View. So if the ratchet rifling is set up so that the bullet is turning into the angled edge, it should make for smoother airflow around the bullet. Gas block sold separately. 900 Benchmark 3 groove and 0. Remington 700 Long Action - 308 Bolt Face - Repeater - Externally Adjustable X Mark Pro Trigger - St. through the years, I have seen about every land and groove configuration imaginable come, and go. Benchmark 2 and 3 groove and Douglas 4 groove have a standard square rifling pattern. 224 to. PROS: - Easier to clean - Match-grade accuracy - Significantly longer. We worked with them over the last year or so on a 7. I have a Savage in 6BR with an 8 twist McGowen barrel that has about 3000 rounds through it. Feb 09, 2011 · Re: Shilen Ratchet Rifling I have two 1:8 twist ratchet-rifled. For example, a 9"-twist barrel spins the bullet one full turn when it passes 9 inches through the bore. I recently put a shilen 1/14" twist ratchet rifled barrel on in. Search: Shilen Barrels Uk. Bolt Action; AR-15; AR-10; Ruger Precision Rifle;. This drop-in barrel includes a matched bolt. The variation between rifling types is one reason why batch testing your ammunition is so important to achieving accuracy. Shilen 4-groove, ratchet rifling promotes accuracy by reducing any possible deformation of the bullet as it enters the rifling. Just sold the 2500X rifle and no longer need this extra barrel. Benchmark 2 and 3 groove and Douglas 4 groove have a standard square rifling pattern. This was in response to a suhl that Bill Myers had built a year or two before for Fred Sear, Mr. Benchmark 2 and 3 groove and Douglas 4 groove have a standard square rifling pattern. I have never used any of Shilen's "ratchet" rifled barrels. - 14"* for bullets up to 168gr. Being the gun expert that I am I sure am familiar with the Ratchet rifling. An taper lapped the barrel. He switched to Shilen for a very unusual reason. 10 ส. Inside of a 4Groove Shilen Select Match Ratchet Rifled barrelPicture of a lands and grooves on either side. and under - 8" * Ratchet rifled 4 groove - 9" for bullets up to 70 gr. 5” for bullets heavier than 90 gr. wg mi. My smith says 2 weeks for my completed rifle. He switched to Shilen for a very unusual reason. " This variation between rifling types is one reason why batch testing your ammunition is so beneficial for accuracy. - 12" for bullets up to 170gr. I built a 260AI on a savage with a shilen prefit RR and it was on par with average velocity of a normally rifled barrel. 95 Shilen Ratchet. May 5. Welcome to Shilen Rifles, Inc. Reactions: Rstrick0352. 900 Straight $299. - 13"* Ratchet rifled 4 groove. 17 ก. Hand-lapped, pull-buttoned barrels with superb accuracy. I have a 20" Rainier Ultramatch 223 Wylde from back when they were using Shilen blanks with ratchet rifling. I got a Shilen ratchet rifle, and boy did I get a good one! The one I got is a flat out hummer! Mine is chambered in 6x47 lapua, and is 29 inch long, #7 contour on a Savage long action. 5" * Ratchet rifled 4 groove (available in stainless steel only) - 8" for bullets 80 gr. Although the most dominant in benchrest are the Shilen 4 groove ratchet and the Muller 4 MI, all have had success in big matches. I have everything ready to go and will post my results as soon as I get it to the range. One of the barrel options is the Shilen Ratchet Select Match R0 contour. Benchmark 2 and 3 groove and Douglas 4 groove have a standard square rifling pattern. - 10" for bullets up to 220gr. Shilen 4 groove ratchet rifling review uuFiction Writing An example is the ratchetstyle of riflingthat emerged during the muzzleloader era and was later used in the 1920s by cartridge developer and rifle builder Charles Newton. Standard 6-groove Rifling. Dec 25, 2009 · It will be a 26" Shilen 4 groove ratchet rifled 8 twist chambered in 243 Win. 0001 inch from chamber to muzzle. These two rifle acount for more than 325 hall of fame points in IR50 /50. Jul 26, 2008 · 2,854. This video showcases the Contour #4 Barrel by Shilen. I remember years ago when Shilen first came out with the ratchet rifling. This is a Stainless Steel Select Match Grade barrel that has. For example, a 9"-twist barrel spins the bullet one full turn when it passes 9 inches through the bore. - 7" for bullets up to 90 gr. Search: Shilen Barrels Uk. One of the barrel options is the Shilen Ratchet Select Match R0 contour. 284 Win barrel that is the Ratchet groove and it shoots the lights out. 900 Straight Shilen Barrels Ratchet. Shilen 4 groove ratchet rifling review By uc tm May 26, 2016 · Tokimini. 5mm, 7mm,. 270 - 10" for all bullets - 11" * for all bullets - 4 groove (available in stainless steel only) 7mm/. There are many ways to spin a cat, err, bullet. shilen 4 groove ratchet rifling review. Shilen ratchet rifled. Shilen 4-groove, ratchet rifling promotes accuracy by reducing any possible deformation of the bullet as it enters the rifling. Unmilled blanks are rough turned, approximately 1. Chambering the Shilen I could tell by the chips on the reamer it was a softer blank. I don't think it was a ratchet style, this was over 10 years ago. - 13"* Ratchet rifled 4 groove. 16" Standard twist for rifle barrels - 16" Ratchet rifled 4 groove - 17" * Special twist for rifle barrels (available in stainless steel only). Shilen Ratchet. Nick purchased the following barrels and products from NSS. Standard 6-groove Rifling. 308, and noticed that Shillen offers this rifling in a four groove configuration in a 1:13" twist. The Shilen Ratchet Rifled are 4 groove and the Broughton 5C canted is 5 groove. May 26, 2016. Aug 13, 2012. May 26, 2016. - 8" for bullets heavier than 220gr. - 7. It's his first 6BR Shilen Ratchet in 8 twist so he has no info other than his 22 Ratchet barreled target rifles are excellent. Bill Myers notes: "Not counting the recent pending targets, there have been three ARA 2500s shot in the last two years, and all have. Additionally, Shilen currently offers the "ratchet" profile only in a 1:14 twist for the. Future plan is for BIB's bullets once they get stock - gut I need a good bullet now, Thanks jackieschmidt Gold $$ Contributor Aug 12, 2021. This particular rifle shot very well in calm conditions, but when the wind began to blow, the way the gun shot was--as Tony described it--eerie. a Michigan based gun, news and gear review site. What I was told is the four groove engraves the jacket less in comparison to a six groove improving long range ballistics. - 12" for bullets up to 170gr. I got a Shilen ratchet rifle, and boy did I get a good one. 223 Rem and a. Conventional and 5-land Polygon (P5) rifling options. Shilen 4-groove, ratchet rifling promotes accuracy by reducing any possible deformation of the bullet as it enters the rifling. 95 Shilen Octagon. Ratchet rifling? Since the Shilen is button rifled I elected to not have the barrel threaded for a . Standard 6-groove Rifling. Just sold the 2500X rifle and no longer need this extra barrel. Although the most dominant in benchrest are the Shilen 4 groove ratchet and the Muller 4 MI, all have had success in big matches. 920 2 groove Shilen ratchet rifled. " This variation between rifling types is one reason why batch testing your ammunition is so beneficial for accuracy. This is a Stainless Steel Select Match Grade barrel that has been taper lapped. It's one of the most accurate AR15 barrels I've owned. wboggs; Mar 27, 2012; Gear Talk: What to Buy? and Gear Evaluations;. 900 blank. Inside of a 4 Groove Shilen Select Match Ratchet Rifled barrel Picture of a lands and grooves on either side. - 8" for bullets heavier than 220gr. Hand-lapped, pull-buttoned barrels with superb accuracy. By Ryfulman in forum 110-Series Rifles Replies: 10 Last Post: 05-16-2016, 10:45 AM. 99 - $349. May 3, 2014. Nov 06, 2018 · I set a national record at Camp Perry with one of their 8T ratchet barrels in 2016, and I know there have been matches won with them since then. Go to Shilen. 224 CF - 6. May 09, 2014 · May 5, 2014. This was in response to a suhl that Bill Myers had built a year or two before for Fred Sear, Mr. Jul 16, 2002 · Shilen barrel rifling-4 groove ratchet vs traditional. - 7. Good luck with whatever you choose. 223 Rem and a. . rare breed mc history