Barrett Fieldcraft update

[Runningwater]

My guess is the warranty wouldn't support it. That said everything I've heard is they are a good company with a good reputation, so they'd try and treat you right. I guess I'd recommend you have the original owner shoot it or you shoot it with him to make sure there isn't an issue. Otherwise you'll need to weigh the risk/reward of the money you are saving vs the warranty. I haven't heard much for issues on these rifles. Maybe the occasional one that isn't shooting well, and there were some issues with I think 6.5 Creeds where unfired ammo was getting hung up when trying to eject. There really isn't too much that could go wrong defect-wise after a few sessions at the range (famous last words!). They are pretty simple rifles. Most issues after the first couple rounds at the range are likely to be from damage rather than defect - rarely covered under any firearm manufacturer.

I'm not sure which rifles in this price range have lifetime warranties. Kimber is one year for original owner. CA is lifetime but only for original owner and only for defects, not damage. Cooper is 2 years for metal, 90 days for the stock, only for original owner. Weatherby has no written warranty. I don't think Bergara has a written warranty. That said, I think any and all of these are going to treat someone right if they send in a gun and it was a defect issue rather than damage or normal wear and tear?

Let us know what you decide and how it turns out!

 

[SteveOtt]

To speak to their warranty and customer service:

My buddy had a part break on one of their rifles (not a fieldcraft). It was at least 5 years old and he admitted to not be the first owner. They sent a replacement part immediately and only asked the broken part to be returned for analysis.

I’m pretty confident they’ll work with anyone that has an issue; as long as you’re not an asshole.

 

[Runningwater]

Not to beat a dead horse, but now there is official language regarding the Fieldcraft from the Barrett website:

AVAILABILITY NOTICE
Due to dramatic increase of MRAD and M107A1 orders from our US Military and International customers we have put our Fieldcraft line on hold.
Have your area dealer contact one of our 2020 Authorized Distributors for available inventory.

 

[colobow]

I just discovered this rifle and now that’s not being made what’s the best alternative, kinder mtn ascent?

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[Doc Holliday]

I just discovered this rifle and now that’s not being made what’s the best alternative, kinder mtn ascent?

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They can be found but you have to pay up. There are a couple NIB on gunbroker right now. A 308 and a 270 IIRC. Your other option is to look for a Forbes, which is the predecessor to the BFC.

 

[FOS373]

They are out there and for sale, just have to be quick. An 18” threaded 308 with 20 rounds went in 9 minutes. reasonably, maybe a tad high, fair price in todays market in my mind for $1800

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[ahlgringo]

I have the same rifle as above- 18" 308 threaded. As soon as I find something I like and shoot better I may sell- but gonna be tough. That was a great deal for someone- was basically MSRP when you could get em.