How to Free Float a Rifle Barrel Presented by Larry Potterfield of MidwayUSA
This guide details the process of free floating a rifle barrel, a gunsmithing technique that enhances accuracy by ensuring the barrel does not contact the stock. Larry Potterfield, founder of MidwayUSA, demonstrates how to identify contact points, remove wood material from the barrel channel using specialized tools, and perform a final clearance check with a business card. This modification is crucial for optimizing barrel harmonics and achieving consistent shot placement.











