This is a really good thread, but what I don't understand is why you are all unwilling to name names? We are big boys and can read between the lines. I have bought barrels from only three makers: Broughton, Douglas, Hart. The Broughton is by far; in my opinion the best overall. Tim North is great to do business with too. The Douglas barrels are good, no real problems as far as I am concerned. The Hart barrel shot fine but nothing special. I don't have a bore scope and I never checked the twist rate. I just bought the barrels, had them installed by my smith and shot the guns. My assessment is based on accuracy and ease of cleaning. Like I said, my Broughton 5C barrels are my hands down favorite.