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    Converting .308 to .223


    I am looking to build a 300 Blackout. I found a used Savage Hog hunter in .308 and the price is pretty tempting.

    My question is, how difficult is it to convert a .308 to a .223? Other than the barrel, what needs to be done? I have done a barrel swap before but have not worked with the bolt much.

    Thanks!

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    It needs anew front baffle, new bolt head...

    If it were me, I'd pass unless it was DIRT cheap. You can get a new one from BUD's in .223 for abut $430 shipped.

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    Quote Originally Posted by foxx View Post
    It needs anew front baffle, new bolt head...

    If it were me, I'd pass unless it was DIRT cheap. You can get a new one from BUD's in .223 for abut $430 shipped.
    I'd go that route too, then it's only a matter of changing the barrel and setting the headspace.
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    Guess it doesn't really matter. If ya cant afford $15, you won't be buying much anyways

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    hmmm.... I just checked...

    Bud's .223 HH is now up to $460 shipped...

    Cheaperthandirt raised their prices more than that a while ago.

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    The Cabela's Model 11 in .223 is on sale for $419.88.
    Originally Posted by keeki
    Guess it doesn't really matter. If ya cant afford $15, you won't be buying much anyways

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    Quote Originally Posted by foxx View Post
    It needs anew front baffle, new bolt head...

    If it were me, I'd pass unless it was DIRT cheap. You can get a new one from BUD's in .223 for abut $430 shipped.
    Good point. The individual is trying to sell it to me for 400, I am offering 300. Could always make another 6.5 Creedmoor :)

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