Quite some time ago I ordered a HF Chrome Lined 6.8 barrel for a new build. I put it together and it will not fully chamber factory 6.8 rounds or my reloads. Those loads functioned perfectly in my other 6.8 rifle, a factory Noveske 6.8. Since I had 2 complete carriers/bolts in 6.8, I traded parts around trying to make it function and nothing makes a difference. The new build with the new barrel just won't function. In fact, when I try to chamber a round the bolt will not completely close and I have to mortar the stock on the groung to unchamber the round. I believe the chamber is too tight and would like to get it fixed if possible.

I don't really want to try to return it because of the hassle and it might not even be an option after the 3 or so months since I placed the order.

Can a gunsmith fix the chamber/headspace (Chrome Lined) or am I stuck with what I have.

Not any help but you're not alone.

http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_3_121/587576_6_8_PAlmetto_state_barrel_with_extraction_issues__Update_8__refund_.html

You need to ask  the smith if he has a dreamer to cut the chamber. Do you know which chamber the barrel is? Spec 1 or spec2.

You can ream the chrome lined chamber but it won't be chrome lined anymore.  The barrel is not properly headspaced from the factory, send it back.