What is the best method to ship to you? 

As long as the trigger assembly is removed you will be shipping a "GUN PART".  So you can ship via UPS or USPS Priority Mail.  UPS includes $100 insurance with each package USPS does not. A FFL is not required to ship gun parts.  The US Postal Service offers free Priority mail tubes that can accommodate most gun barrels with plenty of room for packing.  Since we normally start our processing on Friday, there is no need to pay extra for expedited delivery to get it delivered earlier in the week. Goto http://www.cryopro.com/label/index.html to print a shipping label and fill out the contact information on the top of the page and enclose this information inside with your barrel.

 Best method for payment?  

You can pay by check or credit card over the phone (DO NOT send any credit card information with order).  If paying by check, be sure to include the return shipping and insurance costs.  For return shipping, weigh and measure your shipping package and goto either ups.com or usps.com for shipping estimate.  Be sure to add the additional insurance if desired. 

What is the price for treating other types of barrels?
Barrel prices are as follows: Pistol - $25.00,   Rifle - $35.00, Shotgun - $35.00, 50 Cal - $45.00.

 What is the Turn-Around time?

Allow 1 to 2 weeks for processing.  We normally run our processing over the weekend.  Depending on current order volume, it could take as little as three days and up to 2 weeks. Call (417) 753-4199 for more information on the exact processing time needed.

What do I need to do to my barrel to send it in?

The barrel should be removed from the stock and cleaned and oiled well. Muzzle breaks are not a problem and can be treated with the barrel.  Remove any plastic or glass sights and scopes. Mounts are ok.

Does the process help Stainless Steel barrels as well as Blue (Chrome Moly)?

YES - The Deep Cryogenic Process will relief the stress in most all types of steel.

Does the freezing process affect the cleaning of the barrel?

YES - Several shooters have reported that their barrels clean much easier.

Should I treat the blank or finished barrel?

Both can be treated for different reasons. The blank or round is treated for the benefit of the gunsmith because it improves the machineability and dimensional stability. The finished barrel of course is treated for the benefit of the shooter because of the stress relief and wear resistance.

Will the cryogenic process affect the barrel finish?

NO - the process will not affect the barrel finish (blue, Parkerized, Teflon, etc.)

Is the stress relief permanent?

YES - the stress relief is a permanent, one-time, irreversible process.