Rebarrel a 110, 243 LA for 6.5x55, need thoughts.

[Joseywales]

I picked up one of the other 243 110s, with the LA, planning on using it as a 243. I still might, as you'll see below. But if I decide to rebarrel for 6.5x55, I'd like any and all advice, regarding barrels, suppliers, smiths, etc.

My plan is to first shoot this as a 243. If it is inherently accurate, then I have a tough choice. I stumbled into a Remington BDL 243. Older model with the curved butt. If that shoots as expected, then the Savage could make a great 6.5x55 host.

I was told to check the mag box of the Savage to ensure fit. I know that some 6/5 rounds are best seated out a bit to meet the chamber, etc. so a 30-06 length box is ideal. Like a moron, I sold off my 6.5x55 ammo a long time ago. I had at least 10 boxes of the Remington. Oh well...move on right. So once I commit to the project, I will find a box of 6.5 and see how they fit. heck, I could probably just try tom 06' that I have.

So, what else? I'm trying to keep this simple and introduce myself to the round. thanks

[GaCop]

If the 6.5 Swede rounds will feed through the current mag box, you'll be good to go. Any of the good barrel makers could do a 6.5 Swede barrel but the big ? is waiting time for the barrel. I would contact Sinman on the forums and see what his lead time would be for a barrel.

[Joseywales]

Thanks. For hahas, I tried a 30-06 cartridge, but it's a tad large. Internet research say 30-06 is 3.33 vs 6.5x55 3.15, dependent upon bullet grain, seating, etc. I'll mic the cartridge I have an see. I'll have to find a 6.5x55 cartridge somewhere to confirm though.

Not is much of a hurry, so timing isn't a big issue for me.