Which Barrel for a lighter weight hunting rig

[RowdyRawhide]

I was looking for some input on which 16" barrel would be the lightest yet accurate barrel for a carry hunting rifle mainly geared for deer hunting. I have been looking very hard at ARP and BA. Also wondering if I should get a bolt barrel combo or just get a barrel and then get a bolt separate (pretty sure I know the answer but had to ask).

More questions to come, but this will get me started.

Thanks
Aaron

[stmcelroy]

I've been very happy with my AR Performance barrel.

Get the barrel and bolt matched set.

[Ratdog68]

+1 for me being very pleased with my ARP 16" rig. And, yes, get the barrel/bolt matched if you don't get the entire upper pre-built.

[RowdyRawhide]

Thanks for the prompt replies guys
I am also wondering what barrel profile would be the lightest as well. I am planning on building my upper myself. here is a brief list of components in mind

16" barrel mid length
YHM smooth HG or JP Enterprises (still deciding on mid length or rifle)
Redfield 4 -12 scope
FH maybe (probably a Levang style if I go that route)
Looking for a smooth side upper w/ a dust cover (haven't found one yet, possibly a white unicorn if ya know what I mean) feel free to offer suggestions here as well
OR I would go for a regular upper without a FA

Thanks again

[Ratdog68]

Constructor just posted up a listing of his barrel offerings, a pic of them, and their respective weight.

http://www.68forums.com/forums/showthread.php?t=16636

[stmcelroy]

Thanks for the prompt replies guys
I am also wondering what barrel profile would be the lightest as well. I am planning on building my upper myself. here is a brief list of components in mind

16" barrel mid length
YHM smooth HG or JP Enterprises (still deciding on mid length or rifle)
Redfield 4 -12 scope
FH maybe (probably a Levang style if I go that route)
Looking for a smooth side upper w/ a dust cover (haven't found one yet, possibly a white unicorn if ya know what I mean) feel free to offer suggestions here as well
OR I would go for a regular upper without a FA

Thanks again

I've got the "socom" barrel from ARP, that's the one I would recommend.

I'd go with a smaller scope to reduce weight. 1-6 or 2-7 should be plenty.

[HillbillyStyle]

If your looking for a light weight 16" this is the barrel you want. http://shopwilsoncombat.com/Match-Gr...fo/TR-68RC16F/

[Drifter]

My 16" Noveske Rogue Hunter barrel weighs 27½ oz.

[Lastrites]

You want to save more weight go with a carbon fiber hand guard. Below is the one I am buying as it has what most carbon fiber hg's don't, an external nut.

http://www.hiperform.com/hand-guards.htm

[Dude-Sweet]

My 16" Noveske Rogue Hunter barrel weighs 27½ oz.

+1 on the Noveske. The rogue hunter upper is light.