Benchmark Barrels - Stainless Steel Barrel Blank - .243 Cal
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Benchmark Barrels - Stainless Steel Barrel Blank - .243 Cal
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Overview
A .243 stainless steel barrel blank with 5R rifling, ready for your gunsmith
The Benchmark Barrels .243 stainless steel barrel blank is a blank for a gunsmith to chamber, thread and install. It comes in seven contours at 26 and 28 inch finish lengths, with 1:7.5 and 1:8 twist options. Every Benchmark barrel is individually double hand lapped and double stress relieved.
5R rifling
Benchmark rifles these blanks with 5R rifling.
416R and 4140R steel
Benchmark uses 416R and 4140R steel. Each barrel is double stress relieved and inspected with Benchmark's own methods alongside standard industry techniques.
Seven contours, two twists
Choose from #4, #5, Remington Varmint, MTU, VCC, .9 inch straight, or 1.25 inch straight contours. Most come in 1:7.5 or 1:8 twist; some contours are available at 26 inch and 28 inch finish lengths.
Double hand lapped, stress relieved
Each blank is individually hand lapped to a consistent bore and double stress relieved. Quality control includes both proprietary and industry-standard inspection methods.
Specifications
Barrel
Options
Fitment
Will it work with your build?
Works with
- .243 bore cartridges, chambered by your gunsmith
Will not work with
- Pre-fit or drop-in installs: this blank has no chamber, thread or crown
This is a blank, not a finished barrel. It must be chambered, threaded, crowned and installed by a qualified gunsmith. Rifle barrels ship for a flat $14.95 per order, any quantity, and do not qualify for free shipping.
Detail
Fitting it and the fine print
Is this a finished barrel?
No. It must be chambered, threaded, crowned and installed by a certified gunsmith.
Which twist do I order, 1:7.5 or 1:8?
Order the twist your bullet maker recommends for the bullets you plan to shoot. Both twists are offered on every contour.
Which contour should I order?
Seven contours are offered: #4, #5, Remington Varmint, MTU, VCC, .9 inch straight and 1.25 inch straight, each in 1:7.5 or 1:8 twist at 26 or 28 inch finish length (length availability varies by contour). Match the contour to the barrel channel of your stock or chassis.
- Caliber
- .243 (6mm)
- Rifling
- 5R, hand lapped
- Contours
- Seven options
- Twist
- 1:7.5, 1:8
- Finish length
- 26 in, 28 in
- Material
- 416R / 4140R steel
Works with
- Bolt-action .243 rebarrels
Will not work with
- Pre-fit or drop-in use
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Common questions
How do I know the items I'm buying are compatible?
Check the Fitment section above — it lists what this part works with and what it does not. If you are still unsure, call 1-970-242-6166 or use the chat icon at the bottom right of the page — our team builds precision rifles with these parts every day.
Where are you located?
2317 Grand Park Dr Unit 2B Grand Junction, CO 81505. We ship every single order from our own warehouse and take pride in being part of our local hunting and competition shooting community.
I can't find the configuration I need — can you special order it?
Absolutely. Call 1-970-242-6166.
What if there is an issue with the product I ordered?
We will make it right, no matter what. We only carry products from top-tier manufacturers who stand behind them.
Which items need to ship to an FFL?
Only serialized firearm actions and receivers require an FFL transfer. Barrels, stocks, triggers and accessories ship straight to your door.