Barrel choice opinions

[Chris Butler]

I'm wanting to build a .308win on a Model 12 action
Criterion or Shilen barrel?

 

[Twdmar]

Both criterion and shilen are good. Throat depends on bullets

 

[std7mag]

I'm putting a Shilen on my Savage action. Ordered through Northlans Shooters Supply. Should be here in June.
I don't know that you could really go wrong with either barrel maker.

 

[NZ_Fclass]

Been happy with Criterion. Just ordered another.

 

[WVRJ]

I've had great results with Shilen's Select Match barrels in 308 and 280 Ackley.Worth the few extra bucks more than their standard match barrels in my opinion.It seems like there's something going on there with the employees.High turnover.Every time I order a barrel it seems like the person taking the order just gave their 2 weeks notice.

 

[Fuj]

I've shot both. The Shilen select may have an edge but
ever so slim. They both produced great targets.

 

[FNSafari]

I'm wanting to build a .308win on a Model 12 action
Criterion or Shilen barrel?

Shilen select match. You might as well get the best they offer.

 

[AckleymanII]

Devil is in the details.....what kind of freebore? .030, .070,.090, .190,. 220?