Shilen match grade C M barel opinions

[Hossman84]

What has your accuracy experiences been with the Shilen none lapped Chrome moly barrels? I'm wondering what I should expect if I have my smith use one for a 6.5 creedmore build. The price on those barrels are very tempting. I have heard mixed reviews on this option. Hoping you all can shed some light.

 

[mgdietrich]

What has your accuracy experiences been with the Shilen none lapped Chrome moly barrels? I'm wondering what I should expect if I have my smith use one for a 6.5 creedmore build. The price on those barrels are very tempting. I have heard mixed reviews on this option. Hoping you all can shed some light.

Have your smith lap it a bit if he thinks it is needed, not a big deal.

 

[BigBlueandGoldie]

Is the savings really worth it when you are already paying so much for the smith's machine work?

 

[Hossman84]

BigBlue- that is the question I am asking myself and trying to get some help figureing out. I don't mind paying for quality I just don't want to over pay.

 

[BigBlueandGoldie]

In my opinion, it will be a mental block for you if it takes a while to find a load that it likes. I would hate to focus on a target with the thought of "is my barrel up to par?" running through my head. I recently prepped my race car after having clutch and steering issues; I literally replaced/rebuilt everything so I could focus on my driving and not worry about if I actually fixed the issues. For the peace of mind alone it was money well spent.

 

[areaone]

Shilen is now lapping their CM barrels effective Jan 1, 2016. For A few $$ more go with a select match ss...contact thebarrellman.com for great service and prices on Shilen barrels.

 

[msinc]

I have used two of them, one for a 260 Model 700 and the other for a 260 Model 760. I was very impressed with the accuracy of either barrel. Both rifles are sub MOA. Both barrels were purchased from Brownell's off the shelf. They show a few tool marks in the bore, but nothing you wont see in a Douglas or other comparable barrel. Personally, based on the two I have, I believe they are a great deal. Neither barrel copper fouled and they did not require any great effort to tune a certain one bullet load. I have shot several different bullets, including good ol' Remington Core-Lokt's with very good accuracy.
Unless this rifle is going to be some "gotta win it" competition barrel that you intend to impress your friends with I would not hesitate to use another Shilen. For the money you cannot go wrong.

 

[LHSmith]

With CM you must factor in the cost of finishing to prevent rust. If you go the bluing method, you're at or beyond the cost of the premium for stainless - with no rust protection for the bore. It has always been a no-brainer for me.