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5/8/2016 8:45:34 PM EDT
Just noticed this today on my LMT 16in barrel.  The rim of the barrel has a chip (star shape about 10'oclock).  Should I be concerned about this?  Do you think it's still safe to fire?  Also, what could have caused this?

5/9/2016 7:57:21 AM EDT
[#1]
It is a tad difficult to see the extent of the damage in the picture, so it's hard to say how bad it could be. The main question is the second one that you asked: How did this happen? Was it there before you got your hands on it, or is it new damage?

Best case scenario would be to call LMT and ask them to check it out. Maybe they have superior customer service and will replace it without question?

5/9/2016 12:19:34 PM EDT
[#2]
So I called LMT and they said it's actually a stamp they put on all their barrels to identify it as an LMT barrel.  Never noticed it before!
5/9/2016 12:29:54 PM EDT
[#3]
That makes a lot of sense, as it seemed waaayyy to regular of a shape to be natural.
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