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Walipala · January 27, 2008, 12:24 PM

Hi folks. I hate to ask such a basic question, but I see that a lot of manufactures offer their AR barrels in both 'plain' and chrome-lined. I assume that the chrome lining of the chamber and barrel is done just for durability, corrosion resistance, etc. Is there a situation, other than being short on cash, that a person would select the standard (non lined) bore over the chromed? Is there a difference in accuracy potential, generally speaking?

January 27, 2008, 12:24 PM	#1
Walipala Member Join Date: September 24, 2007 Posts: 49	AR15 barrels -- chrome-lined vs. not? Hi folks. I hate to ask such a basic question, but I see that a lot of manufactures offer their AR barrels in both 'plain' and chrome-lined. I assume that the chrome lining of the chamber and barrel is done just for durability, corrosion resistance, etc. Is there a situation, other than being short on cash, that a person would select the standard (non lined) bore over the chromed? Is there a difference in accuracy potential, generally speaking?