Sharon Barrels?

[MacRob46]

Does anyone have any experience with Sharon rifle barrels, specifically .50 caliber? I am looking at one now. I have zero exprience with them and do not want to take any more of a chance than I have to. The barrel is supposed to be like new and I will have the option to return for a refund if I do not like it but do not want to waste my time if there are inherent problems. The company has been long out of business and I remember them well but just don't know of anyone who has used one.

Thanks for your help.

 

[Claude Mathis]

Searching the Forum for "sharon" produced many references. Here's one...
http://www.muzzleloadingforum.com/fusionbb/showtopic.php?tid/283358/

 

[Ranch 13]

Back in the 70's and 80's Sharon barrels were THE barrel to beat. They just didn't get much better. If you got a gun with a Sharon barrel on it you knew it was going to shoot and shoot well.

 

[George T.]

Your right they were one of the best in that time frame. Very much like Douglas. I haven't heard much about them lately. Do you know what the vintage is of your barrel?

Geo. T.

 

[Billnpatti]

I have a rifle with a Sharon barrel and it is a tack driver. Sharon made mighty fine barrels. If it is in good shape and has a good price, I would grab it up.