Ok, so I know 223 can be used in a barrel marked 5.56. BUT, not the reverse. But I don't know why? On paper the two cartridges look identical. Are they not?
And if I use 223 in a 5.56 barrel, are there any limitations? Such as, not that much, or a only certain bullet weights or brands? Brass vs steel?
I've got an AR marked 5.56. But at the LGS they sold me some 223 and said it would be safe, and it's steel cased. I haven't shot it yet.
I know the Wylde barrels are supposed to be able to shoot both without issue, correct? Are those barrels as accurate as a specific caliber barrel? What is the benefit of having one vs the other? Wylde barrel vs caliber specific that is.
Just some thought I had driving home from the gun range yesterday.
And if I use 223 in a 5.56 barrel, are there any limitations? Such as, not that much, or a only certain bullet weights or brands? Brass vs steel?
I've got an AR marked 5.56. But at the LGS they sold me some 223 and said it would be safe, and it's steel cased. I haven't shot it yet.
I know the Wylde barrels are supposed to be able to shoot both without issue, correct? Are those barrels as accurate as a specific caliber barrel? What is the benefit of having one vs the other? Wylde barrel vs caliber specific that is.
Just some thought I had driving home from the gun range yesterday.