Yes and no, the barrel will have less mass so it theoretically should cool faster than the GI profile but you will have less surface area to shed heat. Given the profile of the ELW I would say yes, but do take into account it will heat faster as well. Another thing to take into account with the GI profile is that the thickest part of the barrel is forward of the hand guard, it is technically a light weight profile under the hand guards. It is literally backwards of what it should be and actually exacerbates barrel point of impact as it heats.
ETA: Just saw markm's post and I have to agree, if your buddies goal is to do mag dumps he would be better suited with a SOCOM profile barrel. Otherwise the ELW would be a great option.
Last edited by BH321; 01-26-15 at 13:04.
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