Great rifle. Congratulations.
You should know there was a recall for the earlier model, the LRS II. Start with the gun unloaded but cocked. Press up ahead of the magazine. If it fires send it back to Blaser.
I have no relationship with Elmer and have never owned one of his barrels, but have heard good reports.
Elmer A. Laitala
320-272-4564
[email protected] May be worth a call.
I would also reach out to Criterion barrels to see if they have any ideas for replacement barrels.
Also know it will be hard to wear out the original Blaser barrel.
And yes they are tack drivers. Resizing fired brass can be challenging to get right, but also easy to load for.
Good luck.