What is the significance of a cryogenically treated rifle barrel

[iwan2hav1,2]

Does anyone know what is the significance of a cryogenically treated rifle barrel? I am looking at Rock River LAR 308 They advertise their barrels as cryogenically treated.

[98Z5V]

Hit up these guys - lots of info on their website.  The benefits of cryo treatment are pretty widely used, in lots of applications.  Firearms barrels are no exception.

http://www.300below.com/

^^^  They're one of the best in the country.

[planeflyer21]

It is a contentious subject, with those that claim cryogenic treatment does little or nothing screaming it is a waste of time/money.

I do know this...firearms that are treated cryogenically by the manufacturer are often considered to be more accurate off-the-shelf by the shooting public, than those that are not treated.

Someone locally will treat your firearm for like $80...not bad if there is a benefit.

Jon