And so the process of hack smithing begins....

[timbertoes]

Well, to start of with, I decide a while back to locate an inexpensive savage to work on.
Found a Model 11 in 243, that was well used, but not used-up. (hopefully). it was $250, and came with a low cost 3x9x40 bushnell, so ok got a scope for one of my .22rimfires.

made a good fitting action clamp from White oak, and got it all set up in a halfway decently large vise.

and an half hour later after more than enough cussing and tightening everything to hades and back. just could not get the NUT loose without the action slipping.

frankly I was not about to have to spend $$ on a harbor freight press (well not yet).........

Time to sacrifice the NUT. lol. and by golly, you see, no matter what you do, or your station in life...you simply must get some sort of milling machine. cause then by golly you WIN. Win over the NUT.



PS I think this gun has seen a bit of Rain...or got fished from a pond at some time.

I have a used .22BR barrel coming for it. In the near future, my plan is to order a Stainless Shilen in 22-243Win.