Barrel manufacturer choice

[Coldfinger]

Ok I'm narrowing down the reasonable lease time barrel manufacturers. I'm down to Shilen and Schneider as my choices to get the ball rolling on the contour I'm looking for and not be a year wait. I have had neither. Any nods or frowns on either I plan on placing order today.

 

[haisardao]

I have a Shilen, number 4 contour, match grade, 7 mm bore, 1/9 in a 280 Rem build, great barrel for the price and a tack driver for sure. Good luck with the build.

 

[FEENIX]

Ok I'm narrowing down the reasonable lease time barrel manufacturers. I'm down to Shilen and Schneider as my choices to get the ball rolling on the contour I'm looking for and not be a year wait. I have had neither. Any nods or frowns on either I plan on placing order today.

This boils down to personal preference/intended purpose. I am never in a hurry with my builds.

 

[Jud96]

I had been buying Lilja barrels for my last few. They have a 3-4 month lead time, which is much better than a year from some of the more popular makers. I've had great success with the Lilja barrels.

 

[Doublezranch]

I had been buying Lilja barrels for my last few. They have a 3-4 month lead time, which is much better than a year from some of the more popular makers. I've had great success with the Lilja barrels.

I have a several Lilja barrels and are extremely happy with them. They will take the time to discuss what you're looking for and find the barrel that best suits your needs. Lilja has endless contours as well.
I remember a conversation with JE Custom a few years back. He said he ordered from Lilja because they were the straightest, most uniform barrels he had ever used. As soon as he would get them, he would put them on a lathe to check. In his time as a gunsmith, he only had 1 Lilja barrel that didn't meet his standards. He called Dan and discussed the issue. He sent the barrel back and received a new barrel within a week or two.

For those of you who remember JE Custom, this is no surprise. For those of you who don't, his attention to detail far surpasses anyone I've ever known.

 

[Coldfinger]

This boils down to personal preference/intended purpose. I am never in a hurry with my builds.

Well I called Lilja and looks like I'm going to give them a run!!!! Thanks for your thoughts!

 

[FEENIX]

I have a several Lilja barrels and are extremely happy with them. They will take the time to discuss what you're looking for and find the barrel that best suits your needs. Lilja has endless contours as well.
I remember a conversation with JE Custom a few years back. He said he ordered from Lilja because they were the straightest, most uniform barrels he had ever used. As soon as he would get them, he would put them on a lathe to check. In his time as a gunsmith, he only had 1 Lilja barrel that didn't meet his standards. He called Dan and discussed the issue. He sent the barrel back and received a new barrel within a week or two.

For those of you who remember JE Custom, this is no surprise. For those of you who don't, his attention to detail far surpasses anyone I've ever known.

Jerry is the man and he will forever be in our hearts!

 

[FEENIX]

Well I called Lilja and looks like I'm going to give them a run!!!! Thanks for your thoughts!

I have two Lilja barrels; both are 3Gs and very pleased with them.

 

[GAHunterJim]

I have a Shilen on my 7mm RM that has been my go-to for years, more accurate than me, would not hesitate to get another.

 

[Laelkhunter]

I had a Lilja barrel placed on my .340 Weatherby when it was time to rebarrel it. When the time comes again, I will definitely go with another Lilja.

 

[Jud96]

Well I called Lilja and looks like I'm going to give them a run!!!! Thanks for your thoughts!

Good choice! I think you'll be happy with them. There's a lot of good barrels out there, but I'm happy with the Lilja barrels and I don't mind the shorter lead times either.

 

[Terry Lightle]

Have had one Lija,was on an original Winchester Model 70 Coyote model 22-250.Shot better than any rifle I have ever owned