Pre Fit Smiths

TubbyT223 · Apr 27, 2025

So looks like I have settled on a Terminus Zeus full tenon. Since I’m new to the whole world. I’m looking at prefits. I’ll bet getting a 223 Wylde and 6.5. Anyone in particular want to look at?

Looks like TS and Preferred have been popular.

I learned a lot from the last post I did so figured I would cast my net.

oldrifleman · Apr 27, 2025

Southern Precision ( Bugholes.com). Great to deal with calll them tell them what bullets you plan to use and they can get you a chamber that you will love.

Maurygold · Apr 27, 2025

Ts or a proof.

-1 for southern precision- he messed up my chamber and couldn’t have been more difficult to work with to fix his mistake.

Rob01 · Apr 27, 2025

@bohem Josh at Patriot Valley Arms does great work. I have about 5 or 6 prefit barrels from him now and they all shoot great. His Osprey barrels are excellent. They are accurate and clean up easily. Definitely check out his prefits.

Prefit Barrels with Osprey blanks

patriotvalleyarms.com

Baron85 · Apr 27, 2025

I have experience with Proof, Patriot Valley, and Fischer T&C, and Altus for prefits. All have been great!

AwkwardWoodshop · Apr 28, 2025

Just be aware that some manufacturers only offer prefits in the QC version of the Zeus. I have the full thread, but would get the QC if I were to do it again.

FuhQ · Apr 28, 2025

TubbyT223 said:
So looks like I have settled on a Terminus Zeus full tenon. Since I’m new to the whole world. I’m looking at prefits. I’ll bet getting a 223 Wylde and 6.5. Anyone in particular want to look at?

Looks like TS and Preferred have been popular.

I learned a lot from the last post I did so figured I would cast my net.

Eric Anderson @ Blue Mountain Precision built my last Solus prefit on a Proof CF Blank. His work is outstanding. He’ll be building mine from now on. 10/10 Highly recommend.

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bohem · Apr 28, 2025

I have blanks on the shelf to do both, several twist options, and any contour you want.

6.5 Prefit

223 Prefit

Standard lead time is 6-8 weeks, we do have some rush service options available if you need it sooner than that.

LuvDog · Apr 28, 2025

I'd also suggest Patriot Valley Arms, Fisher T&C, and TS Customs

roostercogburn98 · Apr 28, 2025

Another vote for Southern Precision Rifles(Bugholes)

hairy_pineapple588 · Apr 29, 2025

Joel recommends Jon Beanland. I’ve gotten 3 barrels from him. All are shooters. For what it’s worth I ordered a prefit from a known larger company and it wouldn’t even screw into my action. I’ll stay with Jon. Give him a call-(580) 471-3380

cooper_257 · Apr 29, 2025

I have had great shooting prefits from
Patriot Valley Arms
Altus
Bugholes
and Bartlein

oldnewguy · Apr 29, 2025

What's the going rate for a CRB/Bartlein prefit, chambered and muzzle threaded?

$800-850?

hairy_pineapple588 · Apr 29, 2025

oldnewguy said:
What's the going rate for a CRB/Bartlein prefit, chambered and muzzle threaded?

$800-850?

Depends. 900+ from some of the bigger names.

kthomas · Apr 29, 2025

oldnewguy said:
What's the going rate for a CRB/Bartlein prefit, chambered and muzzle threaded?

$800-850?

TS Customs is $800, and they do excellent work with fast turnaround times.

saddlerocker · Apr 29, 2025

I got a 223 Wylde Hawk Hill (Just before CRB) prefit from Blue Mountain Precision as well and have no complaints.

Imw787 · Apr 29, 2025

Mike Manzella from Manzella Precision does great work and also worth looking into.

Kickin45 · Apr 29, 2025

+1 on PVA. I have a 6GT barrel from them that amazes me

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