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I have a question. What is the black ring on the stainless barrel just ahead of the stock? I looks like a wrap of electrical tape. Anyone know what it is? Or what it's for?

Ok, thanks for the info. Just ordered a 20 Mao for my new cooper 52 6.5x284

Does it interfere with ejection of cartridge?

Thanks for the info and opinions. I'm leaning toward the Jackson hunter with stainless not fluted. Now I just need to find one or wait 6-10 months for an order.

I've decided on a Cooper repeater in 6.5x284 with synthetic stock. My only decision is stainless or blued fluted barrel. Both barrels have the same diameter and contour. Is there any benefit to a non-fluted barrel? Is a non-fluted barrel more accurate? Thank!

I'm 92% decided on a 6.5x284 round for a hunting and target rifle. Primarily hunting whitetail, mule deer and antelope. I,d like to keep cost at around $1200. So far I've found Savage 111 long range hunter in 6.5x284 at around $800. I,m looking for recommendations and opinions for other...