i doubt it if benelli did; normally, they say they are on back- log on a certain item and it would take x number of days and check once in a while if they have it on stock already. now that apply to fast moving items like the complete gun itself but for a barrel? considering the cost of the same, its not among the fast- moving items and hence they would have it in stock as per confirmed by your call. just a matter of pushing your dealer's employee in the right direction, gently of course.