Barrel Swapping - Axis/110

[erikpolcrack]

I was wondering if Axis barrels are compatible with 110 series rifles and vice-versa. I have several 110 actions, right and left hand, and I have extra barrels I switch out for the different hunting seasons. I was considering another action and one or two more calibers/barrels, so I'd like to know if I should scout out Axis as an alternative to another 110. I do not own one at this time.

[fgw_in_fla]

I swap between Axis & 110 actions on a regular basis. It is somewhat habit forming, you know....

Please barrel swap responsibly and in moderation.

Frank in Fla

[Ron Smith]

This will be my first do-it-myself barrel swap, do I have to disassemble the bolt head to get the proper headspace? I have a set of no & go gauges. I will also have to open the channel in my stock for the new barrel. How easy is it to get the original barrel off and what specialty tools will I need?

[fgw_in_fla]

Do a search on the forum for barrel swapping. You'll be reading for a while but the end result is you'll be so smart, you won't be able to stand yourself.
Some guys like to take the ejector pin & spring out when they headspace. Personally, I don't. It's never caused me any trouble.

Look for a new or good used action wrench & a Savage barrel nut wrench. I think SharpShooterSupply has quality stuff at a decent price. And read. Read a few threads from the forum & after your first swap, you too will be a genuine Savage Addict. You'll be required to attend Savage Addicts Anonymous twice weekly.
Have fun & don't forget to double check your work.
Frank in Fla

[hsegura]

what calibers will the bolt head accommodate on a savage 25 chambered for .223 by a simple barrel change? any info is appreciated.

[palerider338]

Found this somewhere......hope it helps.

Some info I saved a long time ago.

Short actions with a bolt face .Dia of .384 +/-
17 Rem, 204 Ruger. 222 Rimingtion, and 223 Rem.

Short actions with a bolt face .Dia of .470 +/-
225 Winchester, 22/250 Remingtion, 6mm Norma BR, 243 Win, 250 Savage, 260 Rem,
6.5/284 Norma, 7/08 Rem, 284 win, 300 Savage, 308 Win, 338 Federal, 35 Rem, and
the 358 Winchester.

Short actions with a bolt face .Dia of .540+/-
223 WSSM, 243 WSSM, 25 WSSM, 7mm Rem saum, 7mm WSM, 300 Rem saum, 300
WSM, 325 WSM, and the 350 Rem Mag.

Long actions with a bolt face .DIA of .470 +/-
220 Swift, 6mm Rem, 240 Weatherby Mag, 257 Roberts, 25-06 Rem, 257 Weatherby ,
6.5x55 Swedish, 270 Win, 7x57 Mauser, 7x64 Brenneke, 280 Rem, 30/06 Springfield,
8mm Mauser, 338/06 A Square, and the 35 Whelen.

Long actions with a bolt face .Dia of .540 +/-
264 Win Mag, 270 weatherby Mag, 7mm Rem Mag, 7mm Weatherby Mag, 7 STW,
7mm Rem Ultra Mag, 300 H & H, 300 Win Mag, 300 Weatherby Mag, 300 RUM, 303 Brit,
8mm Rem Mag, 338 Win Mag, 340 Weatherby Mag, 338 RUM, 375 H & H, 375 Weatherby,
375 RUM, 416 Rem Mag, 458 Win Mag, and the 458 Lott.

Long actions with a bolt face .Dia of .585 +/-
30/378 Weatherby, 338 Lapua, 338/378 Weatherby, 378 Weatherby mag, 416 Rigby,
416 Weatherby Mag, 460 Weatherby Mag, and the 470 Nitro Express.