6.5 Creedmoor aftermarket barrel selection. Advice please

[LoneWolf]

He goes on a break when they stack up too high. He had a business venture fall through and took on some extra orders from that too... His work is worth the wait, but to get going you could also order directly from XCaliber unless you want specific throat specs to shoot a specific bullet or anything like that.


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[hafejd30]

ER Shaw isn't going to offer much more than factory barrel can. IMHO. I've seen some shoot as good as a factory barrel and have seen factory barrels shoot better. I've had good luck with criterion. If you have the money then bartlein/kreiger is a better bet. Also just my opinion. I'd definantly spend the money on a quality barrel and the tools to do it myself. If it doesn't shoot at least you can replace
At no further charge to you. For $100 you can buy/rent gauges and aquire the tools to do the change yourself. And have that knowledge and capability for the future

[Robinhood]

It is hard to improve on the standard Creedmoor reamer. It's what BugHoles(AKA Southeren Precision Rifles) uses on their custom stuff.

[m12lrs]

EABCO does savage Pre fit ER Shaw kits for $233, and will install for $30 - I live in an apartment=no shop. Local gunsmith quoted me $100 to install a savage barrel!


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I live in a.camper and.build AR's and savage rifles regularly. No shop needed. Very simple.and.lots.of.fun.

[JASmith]

Read some not so hot reviews here: http://www.longrangehunting.com/forums/f19/best-savage-pre-fit-pre-chambered-barrel-140036/index2. (http://www.longrangehunting.com/forums/f19/best-savage-pre-fit-pre-chambered-barrel-140036/index2.html)

Thanks! I suspected there was a reason for not much talk about Pac-Nor. I am very happy with the 20 Caliber barrel they sent me a few years back.

The fuzzy negatives in the quoted link don't have much in them beyond arm waving. The complaints might be nothing more than snob factor because of their theIr relatively inexpensive prices. It would be nice to see some definitive accuracy information.

For example, some folks are ecstatic with the sub 0.5 moa I get with some loads in my light barrel but get turned off because the wrong load turns on 2.0 moa. The large group was caused by the the load but I have turned in some that were almost certainly caused by the shooter. On the other hand, some demand a barrel that can do 0.2 moa when they and their equipment might get 1 moa on a good day.

Blessed are those who have the skills and equipment to actually use a 0.20 moa barrel at its potential!

[RC20]

Just an add in, I too am fond of the two stage trigger and am sorry there is no after market out there other than for the AR.

I had an RRA two stage chrome my brother considered so good he got one to replace a Timny on his.

Still feeling out the Shilen for loads, I had one node that shot 1/2 groups (two) right after another, one that was a tighter 3/8 x 4 though I had a flyer as well.

Still think Bartlein is number 1 accuracy wise but have to get someone to ream it and do the threads.

One of the guys had a wood setup instead of a vice for the action wrench and you could see it worked. Did not take up much room.

[DenverDave]

Just an add in, I too am fond of the two stage trigger and am sorry there is no after market out there other than for the AR.

I had an RRA two stage chrome my brother considered so good he got one to replace a Timny on his.

Still feeling out the Shilen for loads, I had one node that shot 1/2 groups (two) right after another, one that was a tighter 3/8 x 4 though I had a flyer as well.

Still think Bartlein is number 1 accuracy wise but have to get someone to ream it and do the threads.

One of the guys had a wood setup instead of a vice for the action wrench and you could see it worked. Did not take up much room.

Rem 700 has 2 stage trigger aftermarket options. I think the Weatherby Vanguard line comes with a 2stage. Shame no buddy has developed one for savage.


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[acemisser]

I am considering a few of the more "budget friendly" options as I would like to have a bit more to spend on reloading equipment. And still have skills to develop with the platform. It looks like I can get out the door for around $400 with:

- Shilen (northland shooters supply)

- X-Caliber

- Black Hole

- criterion

-ER Shaw

Can anyone compare these? Have comments on one brand or another?



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in my opinion shaw are more for hunting than target shooting...shilen are good,criterion are goos as well..I like the Mcgowin myself...Also try the Daisy Red Rider..lol
what action you have and shank size..I have a couple here collecting dust..

[SidecarFlip]

I am looking to upgrade the barrel on my model 10 to a 6.5 Creedmoor, match grade, stainless steel. Heavy or bull profile for target shooting. Accuracy is priority #1.

I will defiantly have the barrel threaded, possibly with a brake installed and melted if the option is available. Or I would consider having the barrel ported. Probably will get flutes as well.

I will need advice regarding contours. Their are so many options I get overwhelmed, so will require customer service.

What barrels do folks recommend? I have been checking out: (forgive my spelling)
- Bartline
- Shillen
- Kreiger
- Black Hole Weaponry
- Criterion
- McGowen
- Rock
- proof (SS not carbon fiber)
- Lilja

Any suggestions on which of these or maybe a brand I have missed?

Do you recommend:

A) buying a blank and having it finished by another service provider? If so where should I have it finished?

B) buying a finished barrel direct from the manufacturer?

C) buying from a retailer? Which retailer?

Thanks in advance for any advice.


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Your top 3 are my top three. It's Bartlien btw.

[SidecarFlip]

I live in a.camper and.build AR's and savage rifles regularly. No shop needed. Very simple.and.lots.of.fun.


The only time I live in a camper is when I go hunting but now that you mentioned it. it might not be a bad idea.

[m12lrs]

The only time I live in a camper is when I go hunting but now that you mentioned it. it might not be a bad idea.

I own 2 houses. One in ga and.one at.the beach. Don't get to stay in either. I am a construction superintendent. Always out.of town. My camper is.my home away from home. Don't have the women complaining about reloading in the living room either.

[acemisser]

Don't over look the Mcgowin barrels...In my opinion they are good...Take my advice.If your looking for
a top notch shooter,get the best you can get to avoid being discusted...

[PointOfImpact]

I would look into McGowen, you can get it ready to mount up from them and the accuracy is superb.