Preface:
I put this in the technical forum, because in more ways than not this post is about comparing two different types of barrel steel. LW-50 and 416R.
Orange button search results have left me wanting more. I didn't get the impression that there was an informed discussion going on in the threads I found.
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I'm looking for an accurate 18'' upper for my next purchase. I hate the way some people use terms like SPR, but I suppose that's what some of you would call what I want. Although, I don't want a MK12 clone so that's why I don't like the term SPR. But Anyway...
I think I've narrowed down my search to the Larue Stealth and Noveske offerings. Major differences include:
1) Wylde (Larue) vs 5.56 chamber (Noveske)
2) 1/8 (Larue) vs 1/7 (Noveske)
3) The third, and probably most important difference, is in the type of stainless used. As you know, the barrel is where the rubber meets the road, and arguably the most important part of the equation when it comes to accuracy. Larue uses LW-50 Stainless for their Stealth Upppers while Noveske uses what I imagine to be a close equivalent of 416R. Noveske experts, is that correct?
There's a lot of BS, conjecture, fanboys, and uninformed opinions floating around when it comes to comparing these. Help me figure out the facts.
My request for information focuses on barrel longevity and inherent accuracy potential, comparing the Larue Stealth and Noveske SS barrels found in their uppers. Thanks much for any information you guys can provide.
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