The name given by the society of automotive engineers sae usually follows the pattern 4xxx.
Chrome moly vs stainless steel actions.
Im in the market for a new barrel for my sps tactical i want better performance out to 1200m.
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That said chrome moly barrels can be just as accurate when made correctly and there is evidence a chrome moly barrel will hold its accuracy longer than a stainless barrel.
In evaluating an action is there any benefit of one action receiver material over another.
Other considerations are secondary such as its ability to be blued or resistance to corrosion.
This is a discussion on chrome moly or stainless steel within the general discussion forums part of the misc.
Most often this would be either a chrome moly steel such as 4140 or a stainless steel such as type 416.
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Let me be more specific.
Chrome moly or stainless steel.
The important characteristics of the steel are its machinability longevity and strength.
Almost 100 of the barrels used in competitive bench.
Stainless is easier to machine because it is slightly softer.
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Manufacturers such as defiance bat kelby and others offer actions manufactured from either stainless steel or chrome moly or aluminum.
Given a choice between a chrome moly and a stainless i d choose stainless for the increased life of the barrel and increased resistance to corrosion plus easier cleaning.