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Barrel length impacts on velocity primarily. Accuracy will depend on which load the weapon prefers after you shoot as many different types as you can afford.

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Does bullet size affect the gun barrel?

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Which is a better bullet heavy grain or light grain?

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What part of the gun is a barrel?

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