Just saw this in another group. Looks promising.

Considering the length and diameter this would offer great balance. If it's close to as good as a Lilja I think this will be a huge hit.

 

Interesting!
Could be terrific. Could be forgettable. Will all be in the execution.
But while I dig the idea and agree with @Mark_Dorman, I'd hesitate to be a beta tester at $550 per pop. That said, if it turns out be a truly competitive option, terrific. More options only helps us all.
Right now, IMO, the established and best bets in aftermarket precision barrels for the 457 are, in no particular order:
• Lilja if you want a do-it-yourself option.
• A Muller or Krieger installed by Modacam.
• A Hart fitted by Hart (no first-hand experience with this one, but from what another poster recently wrote, I think worth a phone call if someone is seriously considering a barrel upgrade).
Shilen course makes a great barrel, but a guy would have to luck into one, as projected new from Shilen lead time is 18 months. And you'd still need a smith to fit it.
Were I building a precision and/or long range 457, I think I'd get on Jonathan's job list at Modacam.

 

Do you have any actual experience with any of these aftermarket 457 barrels? The ones you mentioned...Lilja, Muller, Krieger, Hart, Shilen...

 

its interesting that its the same diameter as the Muller from Modacam.

 

Very!

 

I would be interested to know how these barrels perform with regards to their weight and the use of grub screws for attaching the barrel to the action. If anyone decides to give one of these barrels a go, please give us range reports periodically as well as updates on how well the mounting holds up. Semper Fi…

 

@Thesepaperwings any additional details or testing info on these?

 

So I can share some things but probably not everything. I can say that something or someone related to these has already been mentioned in above comments, take that as you may since we're not releasing exactly who but it's definitely listed above lol.
The diameter is actually what the blank manufacturer suggested to simplify programming. We were concerned a little about the weight being too much for the action but since it's already being done I feel like there's a good precedent showing that it'll be okay.
I think this will be a really great option for guys who don't necessarily need a truly custom barrel like ones out there but also want to build a positional rifle that's meant to balance on barricades.

 

So I can share some things but probably not everything. I can say that something or someone related to these has already been mentioned in above comments, take that as you may since we're not releasing exactly who but it's definitely listed above lol.
The diameter is actually what the blank manufacturer suggested to simplify programming. We were concerned a little of the weight being too much for the action but since it's already being done I feel like there's a good precedence showing that it'll be okay.
I think this will be a really great option for guys who don't necessarily need a truly custom barrel like ones out there but also want to build a positional rifle that's meant to balance on barricades.

Oh, dang ... if I'm reading what I think I'm reading, this should be a very nice barrel. Should be another first-class drop-in option.
Good luck with this project @Thesepaperwings !

 

It's a L3I product through and through, but we definitely didn't come up with everything without people who've been doing this for a long time

 

We completed our negotiations and were combining a huge order. This discount is getting directly passed on and the site is updated!

 

I'm sold. Order place 🥳

 

Looking forward to reports, Mark.

 

I'm not even in the market but that intro price is unbelievable. Not sure what I'll do with it even.

 

It seemed like a good deal to pass along to shooters since we're already making barrels for our new action.

 

Got it. Pretty low risk at that point. I think Lilja is a hair over $500 and the Modacam Krieger/Mullers are ~$800.

 

May have to try one if I get a donor

 

And then I will need a donor action, a chassis, a rail, scope, rings... Welcome to the rabbit hole

 

I can kind of answer this. For a stainless barrel that's this heavy there are only a few choices. The cheapest is the new lilja that is 26" long and 1" diameter. I think I heard 525 for that one once it's available. Anything else under 400 is the standard varmint contour or slimmer

 

Hope my wife doesn't see the bills too soon just ordered a case of Midas + last night, and the barrel tonight you guys are hard on my wallet . I don't think that barrel will drop into my At-one stock, but if it does I'll let you know how it does... If not it will be a while as I build the budget back up, but I really wanted a Lilja, but with the price dropped down that much I have to give it a try.

 

you guys are hard on my wallet

Just here to help

 

We're just two obsessed shooters with Leon's better half keeping us in line lol. Some day this could be a living but for now it's just so amazing to bring products to people that want them

 

I’ve shot my whole life I wish it hadn’t taken so long for me to realize how much fun 22s were ! I would have to say obsessed is an understatement in my case I wish you guys the best of luck !

 

I just bought one. At that price it's pretty hard to not give it a try. Now to figure out if this goes into a chassis or a Manners stock

 

The biased side of me says Manners

 

Add me to the purchase list, Hope it shoots as good as my Lilja!

 

I wish for this too! Also hope it shoots BETTER!

 

Add me to the purchase list, Hope it shoots as good as my Lilja!

I wish for this too! Also hope it shoots BETTER!

I'd be happy if it's in the Lilja ball park in terms of accuracy. If it's as good, it's the best value barrel on the market for those wanting a heavy barrel.

 

I ordered one today, that sales price is really hard to pass up. The only concern is that the weight might be too much for the action and the way the pre-fit is designed by CZ. L3I didn't provide weight information on their website but some quick math shows that it'll probably be over 7lb. I'm hoping it'll shoot better than the factory CZ 24 inch varmint barrel (which shoots REALLY well) or at least match its accuracy, it should balance even better than the 26 inch 1.0 diameter Lilja barrel.

We shall see.

 

I came up with the same number for weight calcs. I agree it should balance better than the 26 inch 1.0 Lilja which weighs about 5.5 lbs. Also, the 24 inch will be a tad easier to move around on things like ladders, the pyramid, and cattle gate.

Honestly, as long as it shoots as well as the factory MTR barrel I wouldn't be upset. Though I'll be pumped if it does as well as the Lilja.

 

So my CZ's that my son completes with is a MTR or LRP barrel setup. I haven't lot tested either for the perfect ammo but with match ammo they both shoot small enough groups that any miss is user error for PRS/NRL. Most match barrels fall along this for positional shooting.
I think the guys shooting benchrest and lot testing ammo at Lapua/eley are gonna be the guys who benefit the most from a truly hand fit barrel like DPG or modacam.

 

I have the Lilja 26"x 1in With shipping $540

 

That's the barrel we originally were planning on getting. Though when this came out I just couldn't pass on the deal.

 

I didn't realise until I saw my receipt that they are based out of Lee's Summit. That is where I live.

 

That's awesome. If I lived close by I'd swing by to say hi.

 

Ordered one for buddy yesterday... we will see how they shoot.
1.180 Is to big to fit in either of my chassis 1in max

 

Ordered one for buddy yesterday... we will see how the shoot.
1.180 Is to big to fin in either of my chassis 1in max

Can’t wait to get some feedback on these