10/22(non barrel band) accuracy

[Old 112]

In respect to the to the 10/22, is there any advantage to the non band model as far as practical or target acurracy?

I am looking at a LNIB, no band, blue and walnut model for $200 with Luepold see thrus an a common 22 scope as part of the deal, but I already have 5 of these 10/22s with the barrel band. Are there some pros or cons to the no band?
Old 112

 

[PisnNapalm]

You'd be best to ask over at www.rimfirecentral.com if you haven't already.

I've heard various responses to this question. I do know that when I had my carbine in the factory stock it shot better with the band than without.

 

[jmr40]

Mine that have no barrel band seem to shoot a little better, especially after the barrel starts to heat up after a lot of shooting. I would buy this one just to get the walnut stock. The stocks on these are longer and more comfortable to me as well.