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Proof vs Bartlein?
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Bartlein all the way. I’ve heard of issues with Proof now and then but never Bartlein. Bartlein barrels have never let me down.
I’d go Bartlein over proof on any barrel material
Bartleins are the gold standard
Bartleins are the gold standard
I have owned 3 Proof CF barrels. They are fine barrels, but Bartlein is the gold standard. If you want top accuracy, go Bartlein.
Who chambers the barrel will have a greater impact than which of those two barrels you buy.
I’ve always shot Bartlein and will continue to because of their high quality and extremely awesome customer support.
My one proof barrel though, shoots just as well.
Both are legitimate .3xx moa barrels
I’ve always shot Bartlein and will continue to because of their high quality and extremely awesome customer support.
My one proof barrel though, shoots just as well.
Both are legitimate .3xx moa barrels
So because of the Black Friday sale at red hawks rifles I ended up getting a 22” Proof 1:8 twist, Sendero contour. I’ll get the Bartlein for my next rifle build.
Both Proof Research and Bartlein are top-notch in terms of quality. Proof Research barrels are known for being lightweight and durable, while Bartlein barrels are praised for their precision and consistency. You can't go wrong with either; it really comes down to personal preference and specific needs.
If you are talking about carbon specifically. Bartlein is playing catch up to proof as far as the resin technology goes. Search around a little.
Bartlein was having delamination issues. And said not to heat them up over 300° or something like that. You would have to find the emails from bartlein that have been posted.
Bartlein was having delamination issues. And said not to heat them up over 300° or something like that. You would have to find the emails from bartlein that have been posted.
Did you get to use the 10% off code with that deal also. I paid less than that a week ago with the 10%off code.
Ask my friend @GBMaryland about his view on Bartlein vs Proof CF. I believe he has run both but I may be wrong.
This!! In my opinion , who chambers the barrel is most important part of a build.
I have/used regular Bartlein barrels and they shoot great.
Only carbon fiber barrel I've used is a Proof Carbon chambered in 300PRC, shoots great.
I did not know their was a 10% off code
well John Beanland (Beanland Rifles) gets all of my rifles, this will be number 4 sent to him, so I should be good in the chambering department
Proof overs bartlein for me. Saw some delamination posts about bartlein and proof has been doing carbon much longer
Both are good barrels. A while back Proof had a few random lemons popping up that were rectified. It was many less than you read about, because people love to repeat the same stories all over the internet, so it seems like many more than actually were affected.
New Proof CF here... Zero issues, shoots great, bore is super smooth when running brushes and patches, too. No tight spots.
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Was going to mention the PVA carbon fibers as some don’t know about them. Josh @bohem offers an excellent choice for someone looking for carbon fiber.
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I have carbon barrels from Bartlein and Proof. Both make absolute hammers and both have had a few turds in their lots. They make a LOT of barrels. There is bound to be one here and there. I wouldn't hesitate to buy either.
The proof however, is a fair bit lighter weight. I'd bet my 20" Bartlein m24 contour in 6.5mm bore weighs as much as my 24" Proof Sendero in .30 cal. So, if weight is the primary reason for you wanting a carbon wrapped barrel, Proof is the way to go between those 2 options.
The proof however, is a fair bit lighter weight. I'd bet my 20" Bartlein m24 contour in 6.5mm bore weighs as much as my 24" Proof Sendero in .30 cal. So, if weight is the primary reason for you wanting a carbon wrapped barrel, Proof is the way to go between those 2 options.
The question is why are you paying for CF? If it's for weight savings, my experience has been that the Proofs are lighter in similar contours. I believe Bartlein leave more steel under the CF wrap. I once saw a picture of a Proof vs. a Bartlein CF crosscut that supported this idea, but can't find it. I am happy for someone with more expertise to prove me wrong, and this is no slam on Bartlein as they are top tier barrels.
Were it I, if weight were the primary concern, I would go proof. If you aren't concerned with weight, I would buy a steel Bartlein or Proof and be happy... BTW, I have owned several of each of these, and never been disappointed...
Were it I, if weight were the primary concern, I would go proof. If you aren't concerned with weight, I would buy a steel Bartlein or Proof and be happy... BTW, I have owned several of each of these, and never been disappointed...
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I have a Bartlein M24 contour 338 Lapua and it shoots amazingly well with any load.
It weighed a few ounces more than I was led to expect, but I have zero regrets.
I've shot a custom 7PRC and 300 Win Mag with Proof barrels and they also shot amazingly well.
Not any better than my Bartleins, but close enough that any differences were insignificant.
That being said, I simply have more confidence in Bartlein.
I purchased a Palma rifle from one of their founders when they were just starting out and I was given the opportunity to tour the shop.
I was VERY impressed with the shop and personnel!
Many years later, I've had them build a couple of rifles for me and will continue to use them exclusively as I have been completely satisfied with my interactions involving their management, sales, gunsmith, machinists, etc and the products that they have delivered.
Based on my personal experience, I would never talk someone out of a Proof, but I would talk them into a Bartlein!
It weighed a few ounces more than I was led to expect, but I have zero regrets.
I've shot a custom 7PRC and 300 Win Mag with Proof barrels and they also shot amazingly well.
Not any better than my Bartleins, but close enough that any differences were insignificant.
That being said, I simply have more confidence in Bartlein.
I purchased a Palma rifle from one of their founders when they were just starting out and I was given the opportunity to tour the shop.
I was VERY impressed with the shop and personnel!
Many years later, I've had them build a couple of rifles for me and will continue to use them exclusively as I have been completely satisfied with my interactions involving their management, sales, gunsmith, machinists, etc and the products that they have delivered.
Based on my personal experience, I would never talk someone out of a Proof, but I would talk them into a Bartlein!
I've had alot of good barts and kreiger in steel, but never had a bart carbon. Ive got exactly 1 proof carbon and 1 proof steel. The proofs have shot as good as my barts and were just as easy to find a load and clean up as quick.
I buy proof simply for ease of getting in stock barrels that’s can be shipped out quickly. You can get discount codes often and get carbon barrels for around $750-$800. Also installing them in my own shop with minimal tools makes it easy. My three proof barrels are awesome shooters and were bought for very reasonable prices.
I've seen no difference between the two makes in recent years and if going carbon I pick Proof over all others.
