View Full Version : 6BR, my first build, questions
jdw91
06-29-2010, 01:23 PM
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
06-29-2010, 01:31 PM
Oh, also does anyone know a good bore guide for the model 11?
Jake
McKinneyMike
06-29-2010, 07:00 PM
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
06-30-2010, 07:17 AM
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
06-30-2010, 07:27 AM
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
06-30-2010, 09:30 AM
+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
06-30-2010, 03:34 PM
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
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