Originally Posted By: pyscodogKinda hard to think about paying $15-$1800 for a Cooper rifle that comes with a $160 barrel on it. But something works cause most Coopers shoot really good. I'd be willing to bet that the barrels going on Coopers are a higher grade barrel.
Actually they are not. I have used and installed many Wilson barrels. I have to say that I have always had very good results with them. Same barrels used on Cooper rifles, no different or better grade. All of the Wilson barrels I have bore scoped were flawless and had no tool marks. Same way with the Coopers I have and have looked at.
I cannot say the same thing about Douglas and Shilen. You would have to buy a Lilja, Bartlein, Pac-Nor super match, etc. to see a barrel that looks as good inside.
I have also dealt with the guys at Ragged Hole and again, had very good luck with them too. They are first rate. Buy with confidence.