Thanks for the input so far all. I'm very happy with the barrel configuration that is currently on the rifle. I'm just thinking down the road when things start to break and wear out. Seems like S&W has a captive audience with all the proprietary parts of the rifle.

I'm just a weekend shooter. Paper targets, reactive targets, etc. Max distance out to 400 yards. Not into the competitive shooting side of the sport, just for fun. Would love to shoot competitively but just don't have the time. Maybe when I finally retire I'll take it to the next level. Thanks again for the input. Keep it coming. c good