They make a magical .338 barrel. My Edge shot bugholes at 100 and 4" groups at 1000
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Why did you want to change from that? With muzzy brake couldnt of kicked too much.
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The rifle was 14lbs. It was fun to shoot, just not to pack. I'm thinking I'll have them build me a .338 Lapua Improved in the future