Author Topic: Glock aftermarket barrels? (Read 3013 times)

Sergeantlbt · « **on:** February 10, 2006, 03:17:12 PM »

I have a Glock Model 36 and I would like to shoot cast lead bullets. I know I can't use the factory barrel. Are the aftermarket barrels that handle lead worth it? Any recommendations?

Thanks,
Sarge

glockmeister71 · « **Reply #1 on:** May 30, 2006, 07:18:19 PM »

The only aftermarket Glock barrel I've used was a 357Sig by Jarvis in a G22.No complaints at all.I never reload with lead,so I can't comment on that.

Ahab · « **Reply #2 on:** May 31, 2006, 07:30:17 AM »

I've used the Jarvis .40 in my G22. Seems more accurate with handloads than the factory barrel. I bought it because I came into possession of a few thousand 180gr lead round heads during a closeout sale. :-)

jro45 · « **Reply #3 on:** July 09, 2006, 04:58:37 AM »

I have a Wilson barrel on my Glock 22 and that barrel puts all the rounds into one hole, lead or copper coated.

HAMMERHEAD · « **Reply #4 on:** July 10, 2006, 06:06:06 AM »

I've heard nothing but good things about Jarvis, but I had a KKM barrel that was superb.
KKM used EDM machining which leaves the bore as smooth as I've ever seen. Great barrels for lead.

Savage · « **Reply #5 on:** July 12, 2006, 04:28:27 PM »

I have had good results with several aftermarket barrels for the Glock. The one exception has been the Federal Ordiance barrel. I'll try one of the new "Lone Wolff" brand barrels for my next one.
Savage

poncaguy · « **Reply #6 on:** July 20, 2006, 05:14:01 PM »

I like my Fox Ridge 357 Sig barrel I got for my G22...............

jro45 · « **Reply #7 on:** September 10, 2006, 05:02:15 AM »

For my 357 Sig barrel I've have a Bar-Sto fo my Glock 22 and man is it accurate.

C Walley · « **Reply #8 on:** September 21, 2006, 12:44:00 PM »

Did any of these aftermarket barrels require fitting before use? What about fitting to make them function?
I have a G21 that I want to get an aftermarket barrel for so I can shoot lead bullets and have a clear conscience.

Chris

jro45 · « **Reply #9 on:** September 22, 2006, 01:01:07 PM »

Yes with my Glock 22 I had to fit both barrels the Wilson 40 barrel and the 357 Sig barrel. I used a fine file and took off a little at the places that were binding until they fit and operated flawlessly.

C Walley · « **Reply #10 on:** September 22, 2006, 01:16:16 PM »

Thanks!

Chris

Arc Angel · « **Reply #11 on:** October 09, 2006, 03:08:15 AM »

I've got Bar-Sto Precision barrels in my Glocks. Often, some minor fitting is necessary. It ain't no big deal; and, anybody with a few simple tools can do it. I used a set of EZE-Lap, diamond grit, knife sharpeners along with some fine oil in order to fit my own barrels.

http://www.knivesplus.com/eze-lap-sharpener-ez-lpak.html

On a Glock pistol, it doesn't make much sense to pay Bar-Sto to factory-fit a Glock replacement barrel. Compared to a 1911 a Glock barrel is quite easy to install. There isn't any barrel link to fool around with; and the only two areas that usually require only slight filing are the barrel hood or vertical sides. Just remember to use a fine file and to go slow. Do NOT grind or use a Dremel tool. The amount of material you'll have to remove is very small; and, if you use a grinding wheel you might ruin the barrel.

I simply held my barrel and slide up to the light and made a number of passes with a flat diamond knife file according to what I saw. The whole job took me just over an hour of careful work. Then, after I finished filing, I used a Dremel tool, Flitz polish, and felt wheels in order to polish up the filed areas. Finally, I used a felt-tipped, 'bullet nose' to polish the feed ramp.

The Glock's lockup and slide rails only provide so much leeway for accuracy improvement. A drop-in, or semi drop-in barrel is all you'll ever need. In my opinion, an extra-tight factory-fitted barrel on a Glock pistol is just a waste of money - You'll never see the difference.

What kind of accuracy can you expect? Certainly inside 1.6" at 25 yards - On a few pistols, maybe, better.

http://www.barsto.com/

C Walley · « **Reply #12 on:** October 09, 2006, 06:13:11 AM »

Thanks you Arc Angel, thats some good information. Just so I have this right, when I call Bar Sto, I want a drop in barrel?

Chris

Arc Angel · « **Reply #13 on:** October 09, 2006, 07:09:57 AM »

Chris,

You can only buy from Bar-Sto two ways: 'semi drop-in' or, 'custom fitted'. You certainly don't need a custom fit job on a Glock. They'll sell you a, 'semi-fit drop-in' that may not require any fitting at all. If the pistol goes together when you get your new barrel, try shooting it that way. After a couple of magazines take the pistol apart and see where the scuff marks are. It's your choice: Either lightly file them smooth and then polish, or just continue to shoot the new barrel in.

If the slide doesn't fit, hold it up to the light and see where. If the frame won't go on or the barrel rubs tight, again, use a magic marker and look for the scuff marks. (I very much doubt that this could, ever, happen.) Don't feel like doing any of the normal fitting? No problem! Bar-Sto is very reasonable on semi drop-in barrels. Send them the barrel and slide, along with $15.00 and they'll do the fitting for you. (Really shouldn't be necessary.)

You've got expensive taste, my friend! Then, again, there's a lot of good old fashioned, 'snob appeal' to the words, 'Bar-Sto' on your barrel. Everybody seems to spot it on my pistols!

Remember, you don't have to spend twice the money for a Bar-Sto when a Lone Wolf or Storm Lake will do. I do it because I've been using these barrels for more than 25 years; and, I absolutely swear by the low muzzle flash, much cleaner front sights, and reduced recoil of Bar-Sto's EDM muzzle ports. (None of the usual problems you hear about with SLIDE porting.)

Here, see what I mean. This is after 100 rounds of filthy dirty Winchester, 'White Box'!

C Walley · « **Reply #14 on:** October 09, 2006, 07:35:24 AM »

This barrel is for a G21, that once the barrel is installed will be fed a steady diet of 230 gr LRN over some W231. How are the other brands you mentioned on reliability? I want a barrel brand that is as reliable as the factory.

Chris

Arc Angel · « **Reply #15 on:** October 09, 2006, 09:53:47 AM »

Here's an honest answer for you from someone who's seen them all, and talked to many shooters about what does and doesn't work: Any of the popular brands will give you what you're looking for. First, Federal is out of business; and Lone Wolf doesn't make a barrel, yet, for the G-21. If porting isn't important to you, then, either, KKM or Jarvis will do just as well.

Storm Lake has a heck of a bargin, right now, in their discounted factory-direct G-21 barrels. You can get a 4140 blued-steel G-21 barrel for only $79.00 - That's less than half the price of any other G-21 replacement barrel! As far as I'm concerned, that's a steal on a top quality 45acp barrel. (Storm Lake makes many of the barrels for SIG.) When the last of these G-21 barrels is sold out, there aren't going to be anymore; and, the Storm Lake factory has only 8 of them left at the present time.

How can you, possibly, go wrong for 79 bucks? A Storm Lake barrel for the G-21 has a standard (rather than a deeply rebated) chamber; and, the case is fully supported. The rifling is button-cut, and will shoot lead all day long! My suggestion? Storm Lake is MORE reliable than the factory barrel, and should be MORE accurate - too.

Here's the link:

http://www.stormlakemachine.com/Inventory%20items.html

http://www.stormlakemachine.com/

C Walley · « **Reply #16 on:** October 09, 2006, 10:46:09 AM »

That is a great deal, but unfortunately a deal I will probably miss right now. I am having to window shop right now, for the time being.

Chris

wxl · « **Reply #17 on:** November 24, 2006, 12:09:29 PM »

Had great luck with (1) EFK, (3) KKM, (1) Storm Lake and all were improved support, as accurate if not more than stock barrel and drop in no fitting required

C Walley · « **Reply #18 on:** November 28, 2006, 06:27:30 AM »

Storm Lake answered my email Saturday (wow) and told me they only had a few of the $79.00 4140 steel Glock 21 barrels left. They had them for sale online at their Ebay store. When I found them, they only had 3 barrels left so I placed my order. I'm really looking forward to getting this barrel. I have been shooting lead in my G21 for years, but decided it wasn't worth it with all the effort it takes to get ALL the lead out of the factory barrel when cleaning. Now I can reload the same 230 gr LRN bullets for my G21 and Kimber with out worry. I will re-post when the barrel gets here.

Chris

MontanaVet · « **Reply #19 on:** February 02, 2007, 04:56:10 PM »

I bought two EFK barrels from TopGlock for my Glock 23's. They both dropped in and fit perfectly. MV out!

EFK STAINLESS COMPETITION GRADE BARRELS

EFK barrels are among the highest quality with the most reasonable price that we have found. They are fully machined from the highest quality bar stock 416R stainless steel. The rifling is created using a state of the art electrolytic process. EFK barrels can shoot lead and jacket bullets unlike your stock barrel. Lead bullets are less expensive to shoot and are required by many gun ranges.

EFK STAINLESS COMPETITION GRADE BARRELS

C Walley · « **Reply #20 on:** February 03, 2007, 08:54:30 AM »

I have had my Storm Lake barrel for a little while now, and it is great! I can shoot lead bullets now and that in its self is good. It allows me now to use the same 230 gr LRN load in my Glock 21 and my Kimber 1911. The barrel is accurate too. I haven't shot it on paper yet, but I have had no trouble hitting a 10"w X 17" tall steel target at 25 and 50 yards.

Chris