Bartlein carbon fiber barrel vs proof reddit +1 for Bartlein CF Feb 11, 2006 · 24" Proof Sendero Light CF= 2lbs 13oz to 3lbs 2oz uncut and unchambered depending on bore diameter. I am still looking for the MRP-L MLOK 13. 5 lbs, after chambering and fluting you'd be **** close at 26" vs a proof (pretty sure Krieger, Benchmark are very similar as well) Nov 28, 2009 · Because of this, carbon barrels dissipate heat and maintain their accuracy better than steel barrels. I've got similar questions about Proof and Christensen since their barrels are more "mass produced". " It's also common to see facts recited about thermal conductivity of carbon fiber, causing many to believe carbon fiber around a barrel acts as an insulator, holding heat in. Proof has resins rated for 800-1200 degrees putting them well ahead. Is there a higher chance of getting a lemon? I ordered a Bartlein 18in rifle +1 with headspaced JP bolt from Compass Lake in July and still don't have it yet but barrel+bolt was less than carbon fiber proof. Thank you for making such great, consistent barrels . 308. I have a pierce action with a Douglas featherweight barrel and a fiberglass stock that comes in at 3lbs 15oz before glass. I have had better accuracy with a variety of bullets and Bartlein barrels than the proof barrels maybe liking a bullet or two. I have shot probably 12-14 rifles with Proof For a lightweight hunting rifle build, I think carbon fiber barrels are fine. 280AI w. Will likely always go PROOF. I’m a fan and most people I talk to really like their barrels. Mar 13, 2013 · I've had 15-20 proof barrels that have all shot phenomenal then got a bad one. How much weight difference between the Proof and a fluted Bartlein? When you pick the gas block diameter on Craddock, does that change the weight/contour too? Thanks Dec 15, 2017 · 26 inch barrel I'm thinking a fluted bartlein sendero contour is going to run around 3. Everything from hand guns May 7, 2022 · Their roots are a steel barrel company and are just coming into carbon barrels. I have a suppressor in jail so I went from 26 to 22 inches and also went from a proof Sendero to an M 24 contour. If I had a choice between a benchmark CF wrapped or a benchmark blank wrapped from Mike at Hells Canyon Armory, I'd take Mikes barrel. Jan 15, 2019 · I don't know about Bartlein carbon barrels but my guess is this is not normal. Feb 11, 2023 · If you need a pencil barrel to get to 8. Not to say other barrels won't I have several other steel barrels from pac-nor, bartlein, and Krieger that will shoot the same. this one seems more in the market for appearance. They all shoot great but just seems easier with Bart and benchmark. Shooting about 60-80 rifles a year, from . Nov 4, 2020 · Just looked up the contours for steel barrels if anyone is interested: - Brux #4 unfinished at 27" is listed at 3. Like I said, the . Apr 17, 2023 · Bartlein leaves more steel than Proof for sure. 67 votes, 36 comments. Aug 21, 2022 · I've had 3. Love the look of the proof barrels but this will be my first real barrel I've bought for a bolt gun. Weight goes to Proof, finish goes Jul 13, 2013 · Seems like a Bartlein 2B or even #3 is pretty close in weight to a Proof Sendero. Not sure the proof research barrel would give that much added barrel life, accuracy, or resistance to corrosion as opposed to the standard LMT barrel. Barrel is also a work of art. M. Beautiful finish May 7, 2021 · First question, Which bartlein contour compares best to sendero profile? Second question Any experience with bartlein cf that would sway me to choose it over a proof? This will be a 21 or 22" light rifle for the Mrs. Looked at Bartlein, Shilen, Benchmarketc. I'll hand it to proof, they replaced the barrel no questions asked and this one shoots as well if not a little better than the Bartlein. I've got a 26" sandero contour carbon barrel on it currently, and it seem to like the Prime 6. Posted by u/DL0K32 - 7 votes and 23 comments Mar 14, 2012 · I've seen these rifles print group after group that we just shake our heads. I run a proof carbon on my AR and hunting rifle. 4ozs lighter (based on 24"). 156K subscribers in the longrange community. if I go steel I want it spiral fluted. It wasn't wrapped at all. If waiting isn't an issue you can get one from Craddock made 12. All the engineering based material heat transfer tables show carbon fiber heat transfer rates are slower than steel transfer rates Jul 23, 2021 · Some perspective on Carbon barrels, great option when done right and used smart, here's my take on the subject. I haven't cut the barrel in half like I plan to, but I saw on another forum, someone cut their bergara rimfire cf barrel in half and it was just a skinny as can be pencil barrel, with a carbon fiber sleeve over top. GameStop Moderna Pfizer Johnson & Johnson AstraZeneca Walgreens Best Buy Novavax SpaceX Tesla. 5 creedmoor is still more effective than a . "Thinking" that Proof builds up solid carbon fiber from the base metal to the OD, & some companies have a tube or sleeve of carbon over the base metal with a gap or flutes & a gap. Everything from hand guns SKU: BCF Category: Pre-Fit Barrels Tags: 25 creedmoor, 25 sst, 25CAL BARREL BLANK, Bartkien Carbon fiber, Bartlien Barrels, Bartline Pre-fit barrel, carbon fiber barrel, LRI, Prefered barrels, what the pros use May 26, 2020 · Bartlein is offering their carbon fiber blanks in four finish lengths (20″, 22″, 24″, and 26″), and three contours. They don’t list weights but they say you can take 20%-25% off the same steel contour. Feb 12, 2018 · I just get the stock for MTU or M24 and live with some gap. 8 lbs, Proof is 3. Apr 12, 2018 · Just bought my first PROOF carbon for my AI AT in 6. Manners eh1a will be Oct 7, 2018 · Site updates coming Wednesday, 1/29 at 8am CT! The site will be down for routine maintenance on Wednesday, 1/29 starting at 8am CT. If you're going to order a barrel from a maker, i'd rather order a steel barrel with a custom contour - pick your desired contour but have them leave more meat on Feb 16, 2017 · Small frame, current plan is 5. I don't want to get a dud. TIA! Bartlein 7mm 1:9 M24 26 vs Proof 7mm 1:9 Sendero 26” Bartlein is 27”, proof is 26” plus 2” of extra Bartlein is 3. Had a Bartlein prior. Having trouble deciding between a proof stainless or bartlein in that contour. more before chambering and muzzle. 7ozs , but the AR barrel are 4. Apr 16, 2020 · To be honest the only custom barrels I have had spun up have all been Remington varmint contour or greater. 8-4 pounds since they list a non fluted as 4. Dec 15, 2017 · It seems unlikely shift would be less than a steel barrel of equal contour even if carbon greatly increases rigidity. Was on their web site and noticed they actually have a few in stock. I understand these could take up to 6 months or more depending on options call 435-462-1607 for most accurate lead time Apr 17, 2022 · I am happy to report my new Bartlein carbon fiber barrel is starting off great on my Ridgeline. I agree with post above, all my custom hunting rifles from this day forward will have Proof carbon barrel's. Their BA barrel have a full covered barrel unlike the AR's having slot cuts. Bartlein carbon barrel weight. Oct 31, 2023 · Lightest CF barrels out there are Proof and Christensen. I have a 6CM w. I also had a Hart steel that constantly shot in the 2s. It is a 22” 30 cal (30-06 throated long). shorter yet fatter so yes I am playing with length and weight I really believe it will balance better be stiffer and better able to support the weight of a suppressor. 8andbait; Sep 29, 2020; Replies Dec 3, 2021 · That said, i can only think of one good reason for a carbon barrel - you get a barrel with more meat on the muzzle for bigger muzzle threads than a similar weight steel barrel allows. 308, 6. For a combat-grade, duty/SHTF setup I'd still take a quality 4150 CMV, chrome-lined, phosphate finished barrel. Proof - I think Proof is the standout in carbon fiber. May 19, 2014 · ^^Exactly as above this time around because of wait time I chose Bartlein. Community funds… Aug 5, 2011 · Looking for some information on the pros and cons of carbon fiber barrels vs steel barrels. Heavier than a proof for sure, about the same as the #13 Bartlein CF. Apr 13, 2015 · I got to take a look at a couple of their new carbon wrapped barrels a couple weeks ago. Below is an example showing the comparison of a traditional steel barrel and an example of a Oct 6, 2014 · I have a . I recently had a Remington 700 rebarreled with a helix 6 barrel. I spoke to the gunsmith that I'm looking to use for some action work and barreling the action. Benchmark - They use like a blanket of carbon or something. The ONLY advantage of it over steel that was a consideration for me was the weight savings. A 6. May 16, 2016 · A . I'm getting ready to build a 7mm and can't decide if I want to go with a carbon fiber barrel or a nice fluted steel barrel. I’m looking for the best ‘value’ barrel. 338 Non-standard calibers $520 Carbon Fiber Wrapped Barrels are $800 (only select contours available in CFW) See our Contour Dimensions page for info, or call for deta ils. BARREL: BARTLEIN CARBON FIBER BARREL. 75” of steel shank, proof is 2. If the CF barrel claims of advantageous and excellent heat transfer/shedding are really true, and that feature is a predominant marketing claim - then provide the thermal conductivity of your adhered carbon fiber material. 5 prc. I have gone to them almost exclusively for several of my rifles. I would recommend taking a look at the Bartlein and Banchmark barrel options over proof. I bought the rifle with a really heavy barrel on it, and it dropped 3 lbs when I switched to the proof barrel. 710" shoulder @ 20" finish length so IMO it would be bad choice to buy a bartlein carbon for that application unless you want to spend $300 more for a barrel with worse performance odds because you think it looks cool. Below is an example showing the comparison of a traditional steel barrel and an example of a Randomly came across this post. 24" Proof Sendero that shoots in the . I currently have 2 proof carbon barrels that both seem a bit picky, and a bartlein carbon fiber I don't have as much time with. I've also used Xcaliber for a 22-250 AI that's been a hammer. 5 twist will blow up thin jacketed bullets. Long range benchrest and F-Class would be underserved by the carbon fiber barrels because of the length limitations from those barrel makers. 5 SS with a threaded muzzle. Craddock Precision sells ready-made Bartlein barrels for the AR-10 platform. I will be ordering a new barrel for my 6. Have had zero issues with the 155 Berger, and clearly zero issues with the 131 hammer hunter. If you simply want carbon (and I get it), then proof or Benchmark. Manners eh1a will be Regardless, I enjoy reading real world endorsements like this. I wouldn't hesitate to use Benchmark (steel or carbon) or Kreiger as well. Stainless steel is a homogeneous mixture. 5 with superlative arms adjustable gas block, gas tube, and headspaced bolt for $721, but they say expect 6-8 months wait. Nov 12, 2020 · My 2 Bartlein CFs, while a touch heavier than Proof, are all wicked accurate. Oct 22, 2017 · Trying to decide on which barrel to use on a 6. They shoot great, just as good as a traditional steel barrel. Sent it to be put in a cryogenic chamber to relieve any existing stress in barrel, upon unboxing I found the carbon cracked completely through in 2 separate spots. We currently are stocking the #13 Varmint/Sendero contour and #14 M24/M40 contour. Chambered in 6. Because of this, we tell people that the contour is not as important as it would be for button made barrels. If demand does increase then this will obviously become an option. After a detailed Q&A session, he asked me how deep the flutes were and said if they were more than xx thousanths deep they couldn't warrant the barrel. Hoping to get the rifle to weigh Nov 27, 2024 · Only carbon fiber barrel I've used is a Proof Carbon chambered in 300PRC, shoots great. vix tihwf hkythyo shtzsgh bkhy rjskrrto pcroa quho zzmcx gbfnoe vvnvk fhdyn nxzaj lpbce hue