Thread: Switch Barrel - Barnard PL and the potential of melonite treatment

Originally Posted by LRP

The Ozzie discussion is more about the lube to use on that thread application. They mention grease with EP ( extreme pressure ) additives. Then some say anti-sieze, of which there are MANY types. The question here is about surface hardening methods ?

The OP's question mentioned mitigating wear and tear. If using the correct lube to reduce the potential of this happening what is the issue particularly when futher treating a Barnard action is probably neither feasable or practical?

Had a shooting collegue who switched barrels on his Barnard sometimes twice a day (depending upon ranges shot) every Saturday during the fullbore shooting season - 6mm to 6.5. He used a quality lube and I am not aware that he had any issues.

Maybe the OP would be better giving Steve or Matt a call at Barnard and ask their opinion? They would probably have a better idea than us keyboard experts.