Barrel length for a hunting rifle

[Alan]

I am looking at rifles and can't decide between 20 inch or 22 inch barrel. Does it actually matter for deer hunting inside 300 yards? I know the ballistics are different but is it enough to care about in real hunting situations?

 

[ProMark]

Inside 300 yards, not really. Pick what balances better, deer won’t know the difference.

 

[jem&djm]

agree

 

[Alan]

Inside 300 yards, not really. Pick what balances better, deer won’t know the difference.

Well said, thanks @ProMark