Thanks for the input guys. I've been doing a little research on the subject & it seems like with any subject the opinions are just as varied as the guns we shoot & collect. and that's what I like about a site like this. It gives me a lot of info to consider to be able to make informed & educated decisions on my part. I've found a lot of barrel manufacturers recomended some sort of process for new barrels & if the only result is I get an excuse to shoot & to become familiar with my new gun & in the process I just might end up with a gun that is a tad bit more accurate, then I guess it's a no-brainer for me. I know I always followed manufacturers recommendations for breaking in & seasoning my muzzleloader bores & I always end up with a superbly accurate & consistent rifle & my buddies stand in line if I decide to part with one because they are such good shooters. Any ways I'm gonna go to the woods & shoot it in here in a bit & I'll post back after. Thanks again. And thanks for that link Sheridan, that's the very type of precise info this simple guy needs.