Thread: Cutting into fluted barrels

Putting together a 284 at 18" and am looking for advice on which way to go with the barrel.
I would like a fluted barrel but have read different opinions on if this should be done if not already done from factory. I have also read that it is not good practice to cut back into flutes when shortening a barrel.
I have seen a lot of both done but are there any gunsmiths on here that would like to advise on best way forward?
cheers