Maybe I missed it but what does Mark Bansner have to say about the whole deal? Seems he should be pressuring Pederson or at least try to alleviate the piss poor barrel issue.

I'm not a 'smith but I would be trying to bring some higher level of satisfaction to the customer. If this means using another make of barrel then so be it.

I know I won't ever recommend a Pederson barrel to anyone after reading this thread.

MtnHtr