That Smith preferred Pac-Nor barrels. I will have to ask what he likes now. I bought the barrel from Mid Way and they would replace it but not do anything towards the loss for chambering. Live and learn, only buy from respected companies or the original mfg. especially the latter if any service is needed or expected.

Another DA thing on my part was my smith checked the barrel and the muzzle end was bigger than the chamber end. Should of sent it back then but didn't want to wait possibly months for a new one. I thought I could lap it in but haven't done that yet.

Rifle shoots ok around .5-1" but is prone to double groups. Changed stocks and scope and same thing. For a tomato stake it kills stuff pretty good.

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