Interesting. Thanks for the videos and feedback. I doubt that I would notice much of a difference between the two types of rifling processes, but I didn't realize that a lot of barrels will come as blanks and then have to be fitted by a smith. Would much prefer to do something that is pre-cut for the Savage action, so I can just swap it out on my own.

Looking like Shilen is going to stay at the top of my list as I've always had good luck with them, but I will be sure to check out McGowen and some of the other options before I order anything.