Episode 249: The Forever Barrel — Fact or Fiction?

<p data-start="613" data-end="1061"><strong data-start="613" data-end="667">Episode 249: The Forever Barrel — Fact or Fiction?</strong><br data-start="667" data-end="670" /> In this episode of the <em data-start="693" data-end="748">Long Range Shooting and Custom Rifle Building Podcast</em>, Jamie Dodson dives into one of the most exciting developments for 2026 — the concept of the <em data-start="842" data-end="858">Forever Barrel</em>. With the launch of the <strong data-start="883" data-end="903">Gen-4 ACE system</strong>, Wolf Precision explores how precision chambering and modern machining can extend a barrel's usable life two to three times longer than traditional setups.</p> <p data-start="1063" data-end="1421">Jamie breaks down the science of throat wear, why traditional "set-back" chambering often fails, and how separating the chamber from the barrel changes everything. He also discusses long-term savings for competitive shooters, the future of match and hunting barrels, and t...