Were you shooting at the Wake Co range? I shoot there fairly "regularly" with my Garandicon. I'm FAR from an expert, but can give you some help. Bring your old barrel and I'll gauge it for you too (to see if things were as bad as the smith said).

I suggest coming to one of the Garand matches held in the eastern part of the state (Pitt Co Wildlife Club and Down East Garand Shooters). An old USMC armorer comes to both when he's feeling well enough and can help you out with any problems you may be having.
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