I read a lot of talk on hear about barrles. Bi the end of discusion a lot of shooters say you can't go wrong with Krieger, Broughton, Rock, Schnieder, and I know some I have missed. But I never hear about Shilen. Anyone have any in put on them ?
Gunsmithing Shilen Barrles
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I have 2 and both shoot great. I have a weatherby mark v with a 24 inch select stainless on it and it shoots 1/2 inch at 100. I also have some bartlien barrels and they are great also.
I have 2 and both shoot great. I have a weatherby mark v with a 24 inch select stainless on it and it shoots 1/2 inch at 100. I also have some bartlien barrels and they are great also.
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I've used 8 or 9 all with great results.
Both their "Match" and "Select Match" grades shot half MOA or less.
"Select Match" being the premium grade comparable to the other premium barrels talked about on here.
I've used 8 or 9 all with great results.
Both their "Match" and "Select Match" grades shot half MOA or less.
"Select Match" being the premium grade comparable to the other premium barrels talked about on here.
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I have one on my rim fire ruger 77/22, it shoots awesome with quality ammo.
50 yard smack the smiley target
I have one on my rim fire ruger 77/22, it shoots awesome with quality ammo.
50 yard smack the smiley target
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Only had one barrel from Shilen and it would not shoot however or whatever you done. Talked to Doug Shilen and was told it was my problem not Shilens, his final stand was they never turned out a bad barrel. Have since used several Keirgers with great results
Only had one barrel from Shilen and it would not shoot however or whatever you done. Talked to Doug Shilen and was told it was my problem not Shilens, his final stand was they never turned out a bad barrel. Have since used several Keirgers with great results
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We put one on our new Savage build, actually our first rifle build. I've had numerous customs built but have always been long range pistols, one XP (15" 6mm/284) had a Shilen and it was a one holer at 100 yards. We presently use Lilja on our long range 260 pistols but thought we'd try a Shilen Select Match on our 260 rifle. While working up loads the 42.5gr of H4350 and Hornady 140BTHP match load put 3 into .084. I know it's not 5 shots but was working up loads not testing the shooter. The worst load tested that day at 100 yards was .73 and most all others were .5 and under. Didn't seem picky at all. At the 1000 yard range it is exceeding our expectations. I think all quality barrels can be shooters and most can outshoot the shooter, just pick which flavor of the month and go with it.
I'm gathering parts now for another Savage build and just ordered another Shilen Select Match 28" and action. That's how confident I am of the barrels.
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We put one on our new Savage build, actually our first rifle build. I've had numerous customs built but have always been long range pistols, one XP (15" 6mm/284) had a Shilen and it was a one holer at 100 yards. We presently use Lilja on our long range 260 pistols but thought we'd try a Shilen Select Match on our 260 rifle. While working up loads the 42.5gr of H4350 and Hornady 140BTHP match load put 3 into .084. I know it's not 5 shots but was working up loads not testing the shooter. The worst load tested that day at 100 yards was .73 and most all others were .5 and under. Didn't seem picky at all. At the 1000 yard range it is exceeding our expectations. I think all quality barrels can be shooters and most can outshoot the shooter, just pick which flavor of the month and go with it.
I'm gathering parts now for another Savage build and just ordered another Shilen Select Match 28" and action. That's how confident I am of the barrels.
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A couple of 3 shot groups at 50 yards.
I put an old take off 6mmPPC Shilen barrel on 1917 Savage 99 lever action, reamed out the chamber to 6mmBR, and drilled and tapped for a scope.
My Krieger, Hart, and Lilja barrels are just as good. But I can get the Shilen barrels faster and cheaper.
A couple of 3 shot groups at 50 yards.
I put an old take off 6mmPPC Shilen barrel on 1917 Savage 99 lever action, reamed out the chamber to 6mmBR, and drilled and tapped for a scope.
My Krieger, Hart, and Lilja barrels are just as good. But I can get the Shilen barrels faster and cheaper.
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Are any of these barrels beign discussed the Savage pre-fit barrels all ready threaded & chambered, crowned ready to install???
Whats your input on those??
Are any of these barrels beign discussed the Savage pre-fit barrels all ready threaded & chambered, crowned ready to install???
Whats your input on those??
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The one we put on our Savage was prechambered and threaded from Northland Shooters Supply.
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The one we put on our Savage was prechambered and threaded from Northland Shooters Supply.
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I ordered one for a AR-15. You could see a burr in the barrel where the gas port was, and the crown was wider on one side than the other. I sent it back- thank you Midwayusa.
I ordered one for a AR-15. You could see a burr in the barrel where the gas port was, and the crown was wider on one side than the other. I sent it back- thank you Midwayusa.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jeffm</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I ordered one for a AR-15. <span style="font-weight: bold">You could see a burr in the barrel where the gas port was</span>, </div></div>
Apparently, that's common.
Im new to ARs, and was surprised to see one in my expensive ass AR barrel too.
Shot right out, as I was told it would. Accurate as hell now.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: jeffm</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I ordered one for a AR-15. <span style="font-weight: bold">You could see a burr in the barrel where the gas port was</span>, </div></div>
Apparently, that's common.
Im new to ARs, and was surprised to see one in my expensive ass AR barrel too.
Shot right out, as I was told it would. Accurate as hell now.
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I have used them, and have always had great results with their select match grade barrels. Their barrels have been used to win a lot of matches, so I would say they are worth it. As for they can't make a bad barrel, well, anyone can make a bad anything. The thing is, who, and how was that barrel fitted, because the best parts aren't worth anything if improperly installed and used.
I have used them, and have always had great results with their select match grade barrels. Their barrels have been used to win a lot of matches, so I would say they are worth it. As for they can't make a bad barrel, well, anyone can make a bad anything. The thing is, who, and how was that barrel fitted, because the best parts aren't worth anything if improperly installed and used.
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I have several and am pleased. But I do think their are better barrels out there too.
I have several and am pleased. But I do think their are better barrels out there too.
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I have one on my .458 win mag I built. Great for sniping rhinos at 100 yards.
I have one on my .458 win mag I built. Great for sniping rhinos at 100 yards.
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If Keith reccomends it Id have no hesitations going with one. Something Id read though either here or on 6mm BR I believe that if go with one of the top manufacturers they are all good Krieger shilen broughton hart shcnieder etc. Its who does the work ie chamber and assembles the rifle that makes the difference. If you need the good smith Keith and Brad over at PCR are great guys to deal with and they build some nice rifles.
If Keith reccomends it Id have no hesitations going with one. Something Id read though either here or on 6mm BR I believe that if go with one of the top manufacturers they are all good Krieger shilen broughton hart shcnieder etc. Its who does the work ie chamber and assembles the rifle that makes the difference. If you need the good smith Keith and Brad over at PCR are great guys to deal with and they build some nice rifles.
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