My Stealth is a 1:9. I got that twist because I wanted to shoot the 69 SMK. The 69's shoot great from 300 out to 600 but the 52 SMK's shoot better inside of 300. If you are looking to shoot past 600 use the 80's with a 1:8 or 1:7 twist.
JLU
JLU
Well, I guess that depends on where the agency is! For instance, in montana, a law enforcement sniper will find himself/herself in dirt & mud more than they would in say, So. Cal. Keep in mind MOST agencies are rural across the USA (in terms of percentages of agencies that are rural vs. agencies that are urban), but I will admit that most of the "busy" teams are indeed urban. But even then, blowing wind, trash, gravel from roof tops, etc can cause problems.well cost i can understand bolt guns are more reliable in the field but if your not in the mud which not all law enforcement snipers always find themsleves in then a semi-auto might be a better weapon, they are just as reliable as bolt guns as long as they dont get a bunch of mud or sand in them