Pac Nor or Lilja?

[liltank]

Both offer a 3 groove in a 1:11 twist for .308 cal. I am going to order one and wonder which of the two I should go with. I am shooting Berger 210's in a 300WSM. This will be my first custom barrel purchase. Price should be very similar.

Tank

 

[Kevin Cram]

You really can't go wrong with either choice. I've used more Lilja barrels than Pac Nor but they both shot extremely well.

 

[Long Time Long Ranger]

I have had barrel conversations with both Chris and Dan through the years and used both barrels with success. You can't go wrong with either.

 

[liltank]

Sweet, thanks guys! I like the experience that is answering this question.

Thanks,

Tank

 

[liltank]

What's the difference between a standard match and a super match grade barrel from Pac Nor? Is it worth the extra money for the super match?

Tank

 

[elkaholic]

Sweet, thanks guys! I like the experience that is answering this question.

Thanks,

Tank

I can't speak to Pac-Nor but I have had three Lilja 3 groovers. I currently have one on my 6.5 and it shoots very well. One thing about Lilja, they only make ONE grade. Good luck/Rich
p.s. Given any more thought to bullet making?

 

[Derek M.]

I have barrels from both. Of all the handlapped barrels I own, the PacNor was by FAR the easiest to break in and keep clean for whatever reason. I have several Liljas and recommended them to a buddy who just built a custom 270 and 300 SAUM. My brother chose the PacNor for his 270.

There's been a lot of good feedback on Rock Creek's 30 cal 5R cut rifled barrels in 11 twist and this will be the brand I go with next unless I change my mind.

 

[Boss Hoss]

Krieger---won matches and killed lots of stuff with them.

 

[djbwow2008]

Dan Lilja builds some of the best, most consistent barrels made. I can recommend his barrels with 100% confidence. Never used a Pac-Nor so cant comment. I know from numerous conversations with Kirby that he is big on Lilja barrels as well.

Dan

 

[Varmint Hunter]

Just to make your decision a little more difficult - I recently had a Broughton 5C, 11 twist barrel put on my .308. In addition to the accuracy of this barrel it is said that the canted rifling profile makes for a faster barrel that is also easier to clean.

Just another interesting option in your search for the "best" custom barrel for your .308.

Good luck

 

[300 ultra]

Lilja. They actually answer the phone. Tried to order a Pac nor and got terrible customer service.

 

[liltank]

Thanks for the input guys. I decided to go with the Pac Nor. They have an 8 week turn around. Went with a 30" 3groove .308. My smith will ream and fit to my action for me. The Lilja I think is just a little out of price range right now. I'll let you all know what's up after I get it all put together. Now if I could get Richard's microfit stocks to answer the phones. The phones have been "Tied Up" all day and can't get through to place an order.

Tank

 

[liltank]

I can't speak to Pac-Nor but I have had three Lilja 3 groovers. I currently have one on my 6.5 and it shoots very well. One thing about Lilja, they only make ONE grade. Good luck/Rich
p.s. Given any more thought to bullet making?

As far as the bullets, not just yet. I would like to get into it some day, but need to take care of the kids after I get this build put together. I'll take it up later in life when the kids are older.

Tank

 

[elkaholic]

As far as the bullets, not just yet. I would like to get into it some day, but need to take care of the kids after I get this build put together. I'll take it up later in life when the kids are older.

Tank

Good for you tank!