I have the parts to assemble one some day, when I get some free time, but I haven't gotten there yet. I bought a 12.5" Noveske Leonidas bbl right around when they first introduced the project/idea, and it's still sitting in the wrapper in the parts cabinet.

.308 Pistol


Quote Originally Posted by Noveske
LEONIDAS
Project Leonidas is a 7.62mm weapon system designed by operators for use in a CQB support role. The barrel is a proprietary design, 12.5" long, stainless, with 1 in 10" polygonal rifling. The rifle runs smooth with minimal felt recoil and concussion.

- Average 10 ft velocities with M118-LR 175gr 2417 fps, high, and 2365 fps, low.

- Average 5 shot average with 120 gr 7.62 2839 fps.
Another helpful article that sheds some light on short barrel .308.
https://rifleshooter.com/2016/02/308...-308-bolt-gun/

My vote? Build one!