Re: AINA & New Barrels
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: KYS338</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Why not have an aftermarket barrel put on by a gunsmith? </div></div>Three reasons- AINA barrels are usually available (no 6-9 month wait) usually cheaper, and usually shoot just as well if not better.
Shooting groups with my new AINA Bartlein .260 barrel yesterday, I shot two 5 shot groups in the .150"'s. This barrel is an absolute laser.
If your concern is supporting a Hide sponsor, there are multiple AI dealers that sponsor on here. If your concern is supporting the little guy, all of the AINA barrels are made by Dave Tooley, of Tooley Custom Rifles, and he is a pretty small shop in the grand scheme of things.