This expert-level analysis from a Lead Firearms Instructor investigates whether a dirty rifle barrel can remain accurate. The test involved firing 100 rounds through a new Thompson/Center Encore Pro Hunter in .308 Winchester without cleaning. The results indicate that while point of impact shifts due to heat and fouling, the rifle's accuracy actually tightened, suggesting barrel break-in improves performance and that excessive cleaning may not be necessary for all shooters.
This video details the setup and strategy for a deer hunt in Illinois using a Thompson/Center Encore rifle chambered in 350 Legend with a carbon fiber barrel. It covers sighting in with Hornady American Whitetail Tipped ammunition, a specific ballistics strategy for optimal range estimation, and tactical considerations during the peak rut. The expert instruction highlights successful harvests and equipment performance.
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