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Re: Rock Creek barrels
Top shelf barrels, have no hesitations.
If you trust the smith, don't argue with his barrel choice, that way if the rifle doesn't shoot he can't blame you for not using the parts he recommended.
If you don't trust the smith, then find a new one.
Top shelf barrels, have no hesitations.
If you trust the smith, don't argue with his barrel choice, that way if the rifle doesn't shoot he can't blame you for not using the parts he recommended.
If you don't trust the smith, then find a new one.
Re: Rock Creek barrels
While Rock has never been my barrel of choice all rifles I've built using them were drills. I had some pictures of groups a client in AZ sent me a few years back. Three different bullets, two different powder types, the agg for 15 shots (5-3 shot groups) was in the .080"s
Rock Creek barrels do shoot.
While Rock has never been my barrel of choice all rifles I've built using them were drills. I had some pictures of groups a client in AZ sent me a few years back. Three different bullets, two different powder types, the agg for 15 shots (5-3 shot groups) was in the .080"s
Rock Creek barrels do shoot.
Re: Rock Creek barrels
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: wnroscoe</div><div class="ubbcode-body">While Rock has never been my barrel of choice all rifles I've built using them were drills. I had some pictures of groups a client in AZ sent me a few years back. Three different bullets, two different powder types, the agg for 15 shots (5-3 shot groups) was in the .080"s
Rock Creek barrels do shoot. </div></div>
.080"?
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: wnroscoe</div><div class="ubbcode-body">While Rock has never been my barrel of choice all rifles I've built using them were drills. I had some pictures of groups a client in AZ sent me a few years back. Three different bullets, two different powder types, the agg for 15 shots (5-3 shot groups) was in the .080"s
Rock Creek barrels do shoot. </div></div>
.080"?
Re: Rock Creek barrels
Rocks are very nice. Faster then most barrels it seems. All the rock barrels I've seen shoot lights out, worry not if you get one.
Rocks are very nice. Faster then most barrels it seems. All the rock barrels I've seen shoot lights out, worry not if you get one.
Re: Rock Creek barrels
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: KYS338</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: wnroscoe</div><div class="ubbcode-body">While Rock has never been my barrel of choice all rifles I've built using them were drills. I had some pictures of groups a client in AZ sent me a few years back. Three different bullets, two different powder types, the agg for 15 shots (5-3 shot groups) was in the .080"s
Rock Creek barrels do shoot. </div></div>
.080"? </div></div>
.080"= 1 hole
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: KYS338</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: wnroscoe</div><div class="ubbcode-body">While Rock has never been my barrel of choice all rifles I've built using them were drills. I had some pictures of groups a client in AZ sent me a few years back. Three different bullets, two different powder types, the agg for 15 shots (5-3 shot groups) was in the .080"s
Rock Creek barrels do shoot. </div></div>
.080"? </div></div>
.080"= 1 hole
Re: Rock Creek barrels
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: KYS338</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: wnroscoe</div><div class="ubbcode-body">While Rock has never been my barrel of choice all rifles I've built using them were drills. I had some pictures of groups a client in AZ sent me a few years back. Three different bullets, two different powder types, the agg for 15 shots (5-3 shot groups) was in the .080"s
Rock Creek barrels do shoot. </div></div>
.080"? </div></div>
Yea, .080"
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: KYS338</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: wnroscoe</div><div class="ubbcode-body">While Rock has never been my barrel of choice all rifles I've built using them were drills. I had some pictures of groups a client in AZ sent me a few years back. Three different bullets, two different powder types, the agg for 15 shots (5-3 shot groups) was in the .080"s
Rock Creek barrels do shoot. </div></div>
.080"? </div></div>
Yea, .080"
Re: Rock Creek barrels
What caliber if I may inquire?
No doubt Rock barrels will shoot, They built my 338 Federal barrel and its excellent.
I also am a huge fan of Bartlein and Brux.
What caliber if I may inquire?
No doubt Rock barrels will shoot, They built my 338 Federal barrel and its excellent.
I also am a huge fan of Bartlein and Brux.
Re: Rock Creek barrels
I have a Rock Creek in .30-06 and have been very impressed so far. Accuracy is better than me and it seems to get a little more speed with my standard loads.
I would have another without any hesitation.
I have a Rock Creek in .30-06 and have been very impressed so far. Accuracy is better than me and it seems to get a little more speed with my standard loads.
I would have another without any hesitation.
Re: Rock Creek barrels
308 with 155 Scenars, 155 Bergers & 175 SMK's with Varget & H4895 in Lapua Brass.
Remington receiver, A5 McMillan
Now, as good as it shot, this isnt the norm. I'm sure the rifle/shooter doesnt do this everytime they go to the range.
308 with 155 Scenars, 155 Bergers & 175 SMK's with Varget & H4895 in Lapua Brass.
Remington receiver, A5 McMillan
Now, as good as it shot, this isnt the norm. I'm sure the rifle/shooter doesnt do this everytime they go to the range.
Re: Rock Creek barrels
You might want to try Benchmark,Brux, or Bartlein. The 3 B`s, can`t go wrong with either.
You might want to try Benchmark,Brux, or Bartlein. The 3 B`s, can`t go wrong with either.
Re: Rock Creek barrels
I have talked to several reputable builders that hold the Rock .30 cal barrels in very high regard. Mine has right at 300 rounds on it now, and seems to be getting better all the time. The velocity with a 190 SMK and a moderate load of H1000 averages 3040 fps. CKruse
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=3234466#Post3234466
I have talked to several reputable builders that hold the Rock .30 cal barrels in very high regard. Mine has right at 300 rounds on it now, and seems to be getting better all the time.
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=3234466#Post3234466
Re: Rock Creek barrels
Did mike rock work for obermeyer? I think I remember my gunsmith telling me that. I just got a rock barrel m40 contour 1:9twist for my next build, debating on 300 wm or 300 norma still.
Did mike rock work for obermeyer? I think I remember my gunsmith telling me that. I just got a rock barrel m40 contour 1:9twist for my next build, debating on 300 wm or 300 norma still.
Re: Rock Creek barrels
Having shot 5 National records using Rock Creek bbl's, don't believe I will be using anything else anytime soon. I am very pleased with them.
Having shot 5 National records using Rock Creek bbl's, don't believe I will be using anything else anytime soon. I am very pleased with them.
Re: Rock Creek barrels
Thank you for the replys gentlemen. I have a very good smith, 'I' just had not heard much about Rock barrels. I personally only have experience with Douglas, Shilen & Kreiger. Sounds like I'll be pleased.
Thank you for the replys gentlemen. I have a very good smith, 'I' just had not heard much about Rock barrels. I personally only have experience with Douglas, Shilen & Kreiger. Sounds like I'll be pleased.
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I have a 300WSM with a Rock barrel and its a hammer. No worries with a Rock barrel.
I have a 300WSM with a Rock barrel and its a hammer. No worries with a Rock barrel.
Re: Rock Creek barrels
You have more to be concerned about with your smith than with ROck Creek as they have a long term positive track record.
I just received 2 more of their barrels this week; that should give you a hint of my thoughts on them.
You have more to be concerned about with your smith than with ROck Creek as they have a long term positive track record.
I just received 2 more of their barrels this week; that should give you a hint of my thoughts on them.
Re: Rock Creek barrels
Another vote for Rock. I've got one in 6.5x284. You will not be disappointed. Great product and good people.
Another vote for Rock. I've got one in 6.5x284. You will not be disappointed. Great product and good people.
Re: Rock Creek barrels
Have several rocks and am very happy with them
Have several rocks and am very happy with them
Re: Rock Creek barrels
I order all my oddball stuff thru them. I asked them for a gain twist 223 barrel and they said no problem! Most of the other barrel makers said they couldn't do gain twist and would not even offer it in the future.
I order all my oddball stuff thru them. I asked them for a gain twist 223 barrel and they said no problem! Most of the other barrel makers said they couldn't do gain twist and would not even offer it in the future.
Re: Rock Creek barrels
Rock barrels are outstanding. We've built many rifles with Rock Creek barrels and we've had nothing but excellent performance from all of them. Use with confidence.
Mark
Rock barrels are outstanding. We've built many rifles with Rock Creek barrels and we've had nothing but excellent performance from all of them. Use with confidence.
Mark
Re: Rock Creek barrels
I have several friends that use them and they shoot great,
I have several friends that use them and they shoot great,
Re: Rock Creek barrels
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: EOD350</div><div class="ubbcode-body">In the early stages of a 300 win mag build. My smith recommends Rock barrels. I do not know much about them. Looking for first hand knowledge on them. Thanks for the replys. </div></div>
Rock Creek cut rifled barrels just plain shoot.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: EOD350</div><div class="ubbcode-body">In the early stages of a 300 win mag build. My smith recommends Rock barrels. I do not know much about them. Looking for first hand knowledge on them. Thanks for the replys. </div></div>
Rock Creek cut rifled barrels just plain shoot.
Re: Rock Creek barrels
<--- Rock on my .300WM - most accurate rifle I own.
Good luck
<--- Rock on my .300WM - most accurate rifle I own.
Good luck
Re: Rock Creek barrels
Im about to find out, Got a .284 sendero barrel from them
Im about to find out, Got a .284 sendero barrel from them
Re: Rock Creek barrels
I have one on order myself and just called RC today with a couple of questions. Mike Rock answered the phone himself and we hung up only 40 minutes later. He shared thoughts on metals, metalurgy, machining techniques, nitriding, barrel history, politics, and more. Nice guy with a wealth of knowledge. He started in metalurgy and actually got started with barrels many, many years ago when Boots Obermeyer had a problem with some bad metal that he wanted metalurgical analysis on. Mike said Boots wouldn't let him touch a machine but shared with him a wealth of information.
I have one on order myself and just called RC today with a couple of questions. Mike Rock answered the phone himself and we hung up only 40 minutes later. He shared thoughts on metals, metalurgy, machining techniques, nitriding, barrel history, politics, and more. Nice guy with a wealth of knowledge. He started in metalurgy and actually got started with barrels many, many years ago when Boots Obermeyer had a problem with some bad metal that he wanted metalurgical analysis on. Mike said Boots wouldn't let him touch a machine but shared with him a wealth of information.
