I have a Model 16 chambered in .308, and I love this weapon. The only thing I hate is that when I use it for hunting here in NH, because we are required to unload our rifles before even laying them up against a pick up truck... So with an internal magazine, that can be a PITA. Is there a thread that walks me through it? Is it even possible? I don't want to buy another rifle as I love this one, it is outfitted with a Nikon 4-12X40 and it is very accurate. That being said, I do not want to go spend 400-500 for another rifle just for a detachable magazine when this one is as accurate as it is... Any help would be appreciated... Thanks!