Changing Calibers on A Model 111

**vet2260** · 11-28-2014, 11:00 AM

I am fixing to rebarrel a Model 111 FXCP3 rifle that is currently chambered in .270 and was wondering what I would have to do to change it to a .308 besides the New barrel? I have already considered who I am gonna get the barrel from and in what style just need to figure out the bolt Problems now. Any and all thoughts and suggestions Gladly received..

**foxx** · 11-28-2014, 11:15 AM

Nothing more is needed to go from .270 to .308. They use the same bolt head. Also, .270 is long action and 308 is a short action cartridge, which is fine. If you were going from 308 to 270 and the original 308 was on a short action rifle, you would not be able to go to 270 (long action). As it is, there's no concerns. Swap em out and be sure to use go, no-go gages to check headspace.
You will likely need a barrel nut wrench and barrel vise or an action wrench as well. (just for removing and replacing the barrel nut)

**vet2260** · 11-28-2014, 11:47 AM

Thanks wasnt sure what else had to be done and this is something I have been wanting to do.. Hope your Holidays are blessed..

**foxx** · 11-28-2014, 11:55 AM

back atcha. and welcome to the forum.

be careful. once you start it's hard to stop!

Don't be afraidto ask questions or search for answers and ideas here. Great bunch of guys with a ton of knowledge.