Converting .308 to .223

[H4350]

I am looking to build a 300 Blackout. I found a used Savage Hog hunter in .308 and the price is pretty tempting.

My question is, how difficult is it to convert a .308 to a .223? Other than the barrel, what needs to be done? I have done a barrel swap before but have not worked with the bolt much.

Thanks!

[foxx]

It needs anew front baffle, new bolt head...

If it were me, I'd pass unless it was DIRT cheap. You can get a new one from BUD's in .223 for abut $430 shipped.

[Hotolds442]

It needs anew front baffle, new bolt head...

If it were me, I'd pass unless it was DIRT cheap. You can get a new one from BUD's in .223 for abut $430 shipped.

I'd go that route too, then it's only a matter of changing the barrel and setting the headspace.

[foxx]

hmmm.... I just checked...

Bud's .223 HH is now up to $460 shipped...

Cheaperthandirt raised their prices more than that a while ago. :(

[Hotolds442]

The Cabela's Model 11 in .223 is on sale for $419.88.

[H4350]

It needs anew front baffle, new bolt head...

If it were me, I'd pass unless it was DIRT cheap. You can get a new one from BUD's in .223 for abut $430 shipped.

Good point. The individual is trying to sell it to me for 400, I am offering 300. Could always make another 6.5 Creedmoor :)