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[Laguna Freak]

I have also heard that the farther you stay off the lands the longer the barrel will last or at least not burn the throat out. What's you fella's thoughts?

Yes. The folks at Precision Rifle Blog have documented this as have some others. If my memory is accurate.

 

[Straightshooter1]

I have also heard that the farther you stay off the lands the longer the barrel will last or at least not burn the throat out. What's you fella's thoughts?

I suspect it may be true, but because the cartridges typically have less powder in them and/or are not as hot a load. Often, reloaders will load long to increase case volume so they and use more powder to increase their MV's without pressure issues resulting in more stress on the throat. So, what you're heard simply makes sense to me.