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Posted: 10/23/2006 7:50:33 AM EDT
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I'm looking for an M14 barrel for a build. Wanting a USGI chrome lined. Is there any real difference between the Springfield, Winchester, TRW, and H&R barrels? What's the best source and current going price? |
| There is no difference among the 4 barrels you listed. The best place to find one is either on ARFCOM or the M14 Forum www.m-14forum.com. Prices range between $200 on the low end and $350 or so on the high end. Price is dictated by condition, throat erosion and muzzle wear measurements. Manufacturer makes a difference to collectors and those planning an all-mfr rifle. TRW has the mystique and you can expect to pay the most for that one. |
| Criterion is the current manufacturer of chrome lined USGI profile M14 barrels for LRB, Fulton and a few other places. I have two rifles with these barrels and both are very accurate. Criterion, according to Krieger's website, is the button rifling division of Krieger Barrels, Inc. |
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www.lrbarms.com is also offering a medium weight chromium plated barrel in either 18.5 " or 22 " length. Agreed, there were no substantative differences between the USGI M14 barrel makers. |
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