Thread: Thoughts on new barrel ' break-in '

Two theories on extensive barrel break in procedures, both for gunsmiths benefit.
First to get you to wear the barrel out faster.
Second to give the smith an alibi for the odd bad barrel that turns up from time to time.
Who knows. I tend to clean them a little more frequently and not let them get to hot for a start.
Both of my T3 rifles shot great from the first round. If the rifle is stringing I would check that the stock is not touching the barrel or suppressor. Tikka's are usually free floated. And that the guard screws are not loose or too tight.
Regards Grandpamac.