6BR, my first build, questions

[jdw91]

I'm looking to begin a 6BR build... more of just a barrel swap with my 204, and i had some basic questions-

The model 11 (currently chambered in 204) is small shank, right?

I hear its worth replacing the factory recoil lug with an aftermarket one... can anyone give a recommendation to brand?

What other problems may i encounter in the switch? I've read about the ejector releasing to early with the short case of the 6BR. Is this a big problem?

New bolt head info?

Thanks for the help,

Jake

[jdw91]

Oh, also does anyone know a good bore guide for the model 11?

Jake

[McKinneyMike]

I recommend Mike Lucas Bore Guides. They are made for your chambering and excellent quality. Something like $40.00 +shipping, if I recall the cost of my last one I purchased.
http://www.6mmbr.com/catalog/item/1433308/954882.htm

[GaCop]

I did a 6mm Norma BR build last year with a Lothar Walther barrel 1/8 twist. I couldn't be happier with it. Your short action M11 receiver is for small shank barrels. For a good recoil lug, I recommend Sharp Shooter Supply though you can get lugs through Midway and Brownells too.

I made my build a single shot for bench work exclusively so don't mind the casing staying in the action..............I pick out the fired case. You'll have to change out your .378" bolthead for a .473". Not hard to do (good info in the tech section to walk you through it). Fred at SSS can supply you with a BH and baffle and I'd recommend his single shot follower (if you want a dedicated bench gun). HTH

[dmack]

I recommend Mike Lucas Bore Guides. They are made for your chambering and excellent quality. Something like $40.00 +shipping, if I recall the cost of my last one I purchased.
http://www.6mmbr.com/catalog/item/1433308/954882.htm



+1
The last Guide i ordered was in Nov. 2009. Bore guide, rod insert and shipping, $39.95. You will need to give him your mod. number, cal. and cleaning rod OD size. lucasmjb@windstream.net

[privateer]

+1 on Mike Lucas' bore guides and SSS recoil lugs.

Mike makes good reasonably priced bore guides. I ordered 3 from him. Each specific to the rifle and caliber. He let's you know when they will be ready, send payment when they're ready, and he sends them right out. I think I waited 2 weeks.

Kind of hard sometimes to get a hold of Lisa at SSS, but worth it. Phone's usually busy. Call early or late.

Bottom line...Great products and service at good prices.

[jdw91]

Great, so the Mike Lucas it is.

I'm gonna be placing an order with midway, are their lugs of acceptable quality?

(http://www.midwayusa.com/browse/BrowseProducts.aspx?tabid=9&categoryid=11377&categorystring=10636***10560***9143***11370***)

For 6BR, what lug thickness should i be looking for? (model 11).

HTH, if i remember correctly the bolt head doesn't come with extractor assembly or ejector- will the ones from my old bolt work in the larger BH or do i need a new set? (http://www.midwayusa.com/viewProduct/?productnumber=451988),

Thanks

Jake