6.5 Grendel switch

[mikgarus]

Got two Model 10 PHs one in .223 rem and a .243 Win. Would like to convert one to 6.5 grendel.
Would one be easier than another or is it basically the same?
Thank have never build a rifle!

[FW Conch]

Initially it would be easier to use the 243, because you can get by using the .473 bolt face, but you can't use the 223 bolt face with the Grendel. I bought the 7.62x39 bolt face for my Grendel build, but I haven't swapped it out yet. Maybe in May? Eather rifle would be suitable for the build, just depends which one you want to keep the same. :-)

[JASmith]

FWConch has it right even though getting the PPC or 7.62x39 bolt face right away is prudent. I went with the PPC bolt face for my 20 Grendel build.

Also, strange as it seems, a Grendel / .223 pair covers a larger span of hunting and target possibilities than does a .243 / Grendel pair. The sole exception is serious competitive shlooting at ranges greater than 600 yards. Even then, you would need to be a very competitive shooter to see significant differences in scores between the Grendel and the .243 Winchester.

[mikgarus]

thanks guys. I know I need a new barrel, 7.62 or PPC bolt face, and 7.62x39 magazine. Anything else?

[JASmith]

Keep us posted about the neat shooting you will do!

[cohunter39]

if you take off the 243 barrel and want to sale it let me know