Considering the 22 Creed is going to use between 10-15gr more powder then the 22 ARC, yeah, I think it's pretty safe to say the 22 ARC is going to definitely be easier on barrel life, BUT, in all fairness the 22 Creed is going to shoot the same bullet a good 150-150+ fps faster then the 22 ARC so I guess you'll have to decide which is more important to you increased velocity or longer barrel life. As they say, "there's no free lunch".For those that have tried a 22ARC in a bolt gun. What barrel length did you go with? Is it a better choice for a 16”-18” barrel than a 22Creed and be easier on barrel life?
If you never miss...If it's mainly a coyote rifle, who cares about barrel life? Even a hot-rodded 22 Creed should go at least 1,000 rounds. Lets say you subtract 200 for load work up, zeroing, etc. How long would it take you to shoot at 800 coyotes?