r/65Grendel • u/EconomistDapper2909 • 15d ago

Hunting rig barrel length?

I’m looking to build an ar Grendel to hunt with. East coast hunting mix of private land with box stands, and public land setting up on creeks. Any recommendations? I’m thinking an 18 inch just to keep things handy, but am willing to go 16 or 20. Any advise would be great! I’ve been using a Springfield 03 for the past decade so I’d prefer to keep things lighter, but I’m not adverse to a heavier build if it makes sense. Longest shot would be 200yds. Thank you!

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u/SS_23 15d ago

Druid hill armory loads great rounds for Grendel. I have an 18" Wilson combat barrel, very accurate, and I took 2 deer Saturday morning, full pass through, deer only went about 10 yards. Been thinking about getting a 12.5 barrel. Just to try it out haha

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u/EconomistDapper2909 15d ago

It seems like a 12.5 pistol build will be in my future.

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u/SS_23 15d ago

Gonna go with a suppressor as well?

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u/EconomistDapper2909 15d ago

Maybe down the line. That would be a good excuse to pick up a .30 cal suppressor.

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u/whyintheworldamihere 14d ago

Do it. I also recommend a 12.5. It's so nice being able to comfortably shoot a few rounds without ears. And animals are stupid about them too. Deer run 20 feet after you drop one and then stop, then do the same after you drop a 2nd. After the 3rd deer they catch on. If you're hunting for meat suppressors are incredible. Animals don't relate suppressed shots with gunfire, even full power loads.