Howa Orxy 6.5 Grendel: Part - 2

Published on October 6, 2019
Duration: 2:52

This video details the initial accuracy performance of a Howa Oryx rifle in 6.5 Grendel. After a poor initial outing, the reviewer swapped optics and tested new ammunition, achieving significantly tighter groups. The speaker hypothesizes that a potential barrel coating break-in period may be responsible for the improved accuracy after approximately 30 rounds.

Quick Summary

The Howa Oryx 6.5 Grendel initially showed poor accuracy, but improved significantly after swapping to a Bushnell Nitro 4-16 optic and using Hornady Black ammunition. The reviewer hypothesizes this improvement is due to a barrel coating break-in period after approximately 30 rounds.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Introduction & Initial Poor Performance
  2. 00:34Optic Swap & Ammunition Test
  3. 01:13Improved Accuracy with Hornady Black
  4. 01:42Hypothesis: Barrel Coating Break-in
  5. 02:24Conclusion & Future Testing

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the initial accuracy results for the Howa Oryx 6.5 Grendel?

The initial accuracy results for the Howa Oryx 6.5 Grendel were described as 'terrible groups' at 100 yards, indicating significant performance issues during its first outing.

What changes were made to improve the Howa Oryx's accuracy?

To improve accuracy, the reviewer swapped the optic to a Bushnell Nitro 4-16 and tested Hornady Black ammunition, which yielded significantly tighter groups.

What is the speaker's hypothesis for the accuracy improvement?

The speaker hypothesizes that a break-in period for the barrel's coating, such as Melonite, may be responsible for initial accuracy issues that resolve after a certain number of rounds are fired.

How many rounds had been fired through the Howa Oryx barrel?

At the time of the improved accuracy testing, approximately 30 rounds had been fired through the Howa Oryx barrel, supporting the break-in period hypothesis.

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