Yeah but they failed just as fast. I know there is some variance from person to person and tester to tester, but i had mine tested before it even felt broken in and the guy said "barely passed". I'd habe been ticked off if it didn't pass.Doubtful they're sticking new barrels on used handles. Most likely just old stock. Easton's always been notorious for making more bats than they can sell.
I miss the '17 Flex line with the TCT composite. Softer than IMX and broke in way quicker, but not super-soft and frail like the FireFlex line.