View Full Version : rebarraling an axis 223 to 22-250/243
ohihunter2014
06-03-2015, 09:46 AM
I recently got a savage axis with heavy barrel and accu trigger in 223.
I recently found out a 22-250 or 243 would have been a better round for long range varmints. I hear I can get barrels for the axis. anyone know how much these cost?
really don't want to buy a completely new gun.
Hotolds442
06-03-2015, 10:16 AM
Any small shank barrel in 22/250 for the Savage 10/110 series will work, you'll also have to change the bolt head and magazine to make it work for you.
ohihunter2014
06-03-2015, 10:23 AM
Any small shank barrel in 22/250 for the Savage 10/110 series will work, you'll also have to change the bolt head and magazine to make it work for you.
what do you mean by bolt head? I think the gun has a long action if that helps. where can I find the barrels? and how much do they run?
Hotolds442
06-03-2015, 10:31 AM
The 223 has a head on the bolt that's set up for the diameter of 223 brass. Since the 22/250 - 308 brass is of a larger diameter, you'll need a larger diameter bolt head. Easily replaceable.
ohihunter2014
06-03-2015, 10:47 AM
The 223 has a head on the bolt that's set up for the diameter of 223 brass. Since the 22/250 - 308 brass is of a larger diameter, you'll need a larger diameter bolt head. Easily replaceable.
awesome, thanks. now all I have to do is find a barrel.
Hotolds442
06-03-2015, 10:56 AM
There are several in the classifieds.....,
DrThunder88
06-05-2015, 05:46 AM
Also make sure the bolt head you get is for a short action. I know the Axis is a long action, but it uses a short action bolt head.
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