I guess I won't buy any Lilja barrels after reading his break-in suggestions! If you pay attention, you can tell when a barrel is ready to be shot and shot. I would guess on average it takes most of my barrels 5 or 6 shots and they are pretty much go to go. I believe there is some good utility in cleaning after after each of the first 3 shots at least. Beyond that, it's a each barrel that tells its own story.
