PWR Barrel Systems

[cfos00]

My review of the PWR barrel kits. In news that should come as a shock to no one, that Simon guy seems to know what he's doing. If you like insert kits, these are about as good as it gets right now. Really hope a machinist picks up boring for them (my machines are way to small).

https://www.hp-wt.com/evolution-of-a...rrel-kits.html

[Cdn_Cuda]

Great review. Been eyeballing a new barrel, and these interest me as I like almost every ID product I’ve purchased. I know these would be a solid purchase, but those fancy HK barrels with a splash tip just look so good….

[Nish]

Nice job on the review. So any of the current Stella fronts work with the PWR back and inserts?

[Lt. head-shot]

Correct. I've been able to swap every tip I have on to the new barrel system. Mini, A2, 14", Carbon, etc.

[Jordan]

So what is the best way to test fit for bore size? I've only ever done the blow-thru test.

[Lt. head-shot]

Same here. I think the general idea is to do the test and then go another size down for a "true" underbore. Especially with how inconsistent paint is these days.

[Nish]

Check this out, well enough explained for me at least. https://youtu.be/1N1zj6Uoszc

[cfos00]

For underboring, anything under within .005 is good. That actually gives you pretty huge leeway. Basically, toss in a close bore size, do the blow through, then drop down from there. Or if you can push paint in with a little effort, but can't blow it through---should be good. Once you go over .005 for the underbore, you'll get drag and notice shots hooking all over the place.

[The Jayster]

Great review -and nice website, I also enjoyed your review of the Emek.

I got a PWR kit for my FLE Emek (polished back + 3 inserts + polished ported front) and use it with my matching anoed Genesis tip. Quality kit at a fair price, as is usual with anything ID.

[cfos00]

I appreciate it!