Unlocking Precision: Bartlein Barrels' Craftsmanship

At Bartlein Barrels, we are dedicated to manufacturing the highest quality precision rifle barrels. Our commitment to excellence is evident in every barrel we produce, from our selection of premium steel to our advanced rifling techniques.

The Importance of Barrel Contours

Barrel weight is directly affected by its contour, with heavier contours offering increased stability and lighter contours providing a balance between weight and performance. While heavier barrels generally improve shot consistency, our cutting-edge single point cut rifling ensures exceptional performance across all contours.

Advantages of Single Point Cut Rifling

Unlike button rifling, our single point cut rifling process does not introduce stress into the barrel, ensuring unmatched accuracy and longevity. This method allows for precise control over the rifling process, resulting in barrels that offer superior performance and consistency.

Suppressor Compatibility and Barrel Harmonics

While suppressors can be mounted on any contour, they perform best on medium to heavier barrels. This is due to the weight of the suppressor influencing the barrel's harmonic vibrations, thus affecting accuracy. Our barrels are designed to accommodate suppressors without compromising on performance.

The Role of Barrel Fluting

Fluting a barrel serves multiple purposes: it reduces weight, increases surface area for improved cooling, and adds a unique aesthetic. While fluting does not significantly alter stiffness, it contributes to the overall balance and functionality of the firearm.

Choosing the Right Rifling

Our barrels come with various rifling options, including 4-groove, 5R, and Conventional-5 styles. The choice of rifling does not significantly impact accuracy or barrel life; instead, it's the quality of the rifling process that matters. Our 5R rifling, in particular, is known for reducing bullet deformation, enhancing accuracy.

Excellence in Every Barrel

From the steel we select to our meticulous manufacturing process, every step in creating a Bartlein barrel is guided by our commitment to quality. Our barrels are a testament to precision craftsmanship, designed to meet the exacting standards of competitive shooters and hunters alike.

Experience the Bartlein difference. Choose a barrel that brings out the best in your shooting.