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SHORT CHAMBERED MAUSER BARREL Reviews & Ratings

At last! Factory grade, ready-to-install, 4140 chrome moly barrels in popular calibers at a price that puts a custom-built sporter on a Mauser 98 action within everyone’s reach. Compact, 24' length is great for fast-handling hunting rifles. Stress-relieved, button-rifled, right-hand twist barrels are short chambered, crowned, and fully threaded. All you have to do is finish chambering, set the headspace, and polish and blue the exterior. SPECS: 4140 chrome moly steel, in-the-white. 1.1'-12tpi; “V”-type thread. 24' (61cm) long, 1.15' (2.9cm) diameter at breech, .57' (1.5cm) diameter at muzzle.

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Reviews Summary

Customers express high satisfaction with the SHORT CHAMBERED MAUSER BARREL, praising its quality and accuracy at an affordable price. Many reports highlight impressive shooting performance with minimal adjustments. While there are some critiques regarding the exterior finish and minor machining imperfections, most users agree it provides excellent value for money.

What Reviewers Are Saying

Product Quality

80%

Reviewers consistently applaud the quality of the barrel, noting that despite its budget-friendly price, it delivers superior performance and machining. Many feel satisfied with the smooth bore and overall construction, which leads to impressive accuracy in shooting.

Accuracy

75%

A significant number of reviews emphasize the accuracy of the barrels, with multiple users achieving groups of 1 MOA or better under various conditions. Customers have reported excellent performance with different loads, indicating that these barrels suit both target shooting and hunting.

Value for Money

85%

Many customers highlight the exceptional value offered by these barrels, stating that the performance is comparable to more expensive options. The general sentiment is that for the price, the barrels are a fantastic bargain, making them a go-to choice for hobbyists and builders alike.

Ease of Use and Installation

70%

Reviewers mention that the barrels are generally easy to install, with proper chambering and fitting processes resulting in smooth assembly. Users appreciate the straightforward nature of adapting the barrels to various actions, contributing to a hassle-free experience.

Exterior Finish and Minor Issues

40%

Some customers noted that the exterior finish could be rough, and a few experienced minor machining imperfections. However, most agree that these issues are manageable and don’t detract significantly from the overall performance of the barrel.

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Excellent workmanship and fit.

I purchased one of these barrels in 6.5x55 Swede several years ago. Upon receipt, I borescoped the barrel and was pleased with the finish inside the bore. Not a rough spot to be found. Getting the rifle project finished was a breeze, and at the range I was not disappointed with the results. These barrels may be inexpensive, but they are NOT cheaply made. Great value!

Would you recommend this? Yes, I would recommend to a friend

Shaw 10/22 Barrel

Easy to install. Very accurate. Worth the money and effort.

by LORAN F. on March 25, 2024

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25 cal barrel

Good deal, shoots well

by Scott K. on November 12, 2023

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25-06 Barrel

Building a 25-06 platform for a customer based on a Mauser receiver, the fit was perfect, of course have to do some minor chamber finishing, but it turned out great. The price was great, shipping was quick. Brownell's always comes through.

Exceeded expectations

The barrel exceeded my expectations. It was easy to install on my Mk X, Interarms action. The chamber needed just a touch with the reamer. The machining quality was top notch. Cearecoted everything matte black and it looks great! Super good value. Range test is next.

Good Value

These barrels are a great value and with the proper chambering and bedding 1" groups are certainly possible. My only complaint is I wish they had a 35 Whelen. They do require some cleanup, if you are going to blue them.

6.5x55

threads are tight, so good fit. Getting a 6.5x55 Chamber reamer to take out .050" is not a problem.

Excellent.

was Sceptical if these would be any good. I had a commercial Mauser FN that was 25-06 and couldnt get it to group better than 1 1/2 so I bought this barrel and sat on it for about a year till the end of the next deer season. Man once I had the barrel out on the first load I tried 120 gr Speer gs 47 gr imr4350 was stacking one right after another. Left a jagged hole for a 5 shot group. Absolute great product for what you pay.

Barrel # 2

This is the second one of these that I have installed. This one I used on a 96 Swede action by turning the thread blank down and re-threading to fit the 96. The whole project success depends on how the thing shoots when done. This barrel did not disappoint! The groups with 100gr Barnes TTSX bullets were consistantly less than 3/4" at100yds and showing signs of better accuracy with more break in shooting. I am very pleased again.

updated review

Just an update on my barrel performance: The barrel shoots tight little 1/2" groups with Barnes 100gr and 120gr TTSX bullets and does not copper foul at all. I'm also running max loads with IMR 4831 with no pressure signs on a hot day. Did I say I'm pleased, I'm very pleased! I'm eyeing over another mauser to do the same thing to, as this makes them into a sweet shooting long ranger killing machine. Did I say I'm pleased?