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David Landwehr

The reduced dia at the muzzle it not so thin that it would cause swelling, even on sporter barrels. This is not a concern.
I'm also of the belief they are not necessary but I do have a rifke with one because it came with it. With modern manufacturing a thread and cap are very cheap to add at the manufacturing stage but expensive to add later. For the few people who want it, its a cheap solution and I don't see it detracting from those who don't want it.