Cold Hammer Forged Barrel

All Tikka barrels are cold hammer forged for accuracy and ultimate durability

All Tikka barrels are cold hammer forged (CHF) for accuracy. CHF barrels do not have to be broken in; they shoot accurately out of the box. CHF creates a smoother surface than other rifling methods, because the steel cannot escape when hitting the barrel against the mandrill. This produces a straight and uniform bore that is ideal for high-precision applications.

Tikka's barrel muzzle is crowned such that the pressure escaping around it will not affect the accuracy of shots fired. Crown protection is further ensured by the shape of a recessed muzzle on the barrel. The absolute geometrical uniformity of this crown for accurate operation is mandated.

The cold hammer forging technique strengthens and lengthens the life of a barrel. Hammering it against the mandrill will cause steel crystals to re-align into tougher structures. Metallurgically hammer forged surface has improved heat erosion resistance. When barrels are created through hammer forging you can expect to shoot many more rounds without losing accuracy.

When the bullet passes freebore and lead areas. Supersonic gases affect the freebore and lead area the most eroding it so that gases can bypass the bullet thus losing velocity and accuracy. If metal is softer the gases can detach more metal particles from the barrel causing accelerated material erosion.