Working on a Savage 12 FCV in 223.

Although I've never done it before, setting the headspace appears to be pretty straightforward, but,,, I have no tools.

If I'm assuming correctly, the tools I'd need would be the gauges, a barrel vise, and a nut wrench.

Appears that the tools would cost ~about~ the same as the 'Smith fee,,,

Not really interested (right now) in changing caliber's or performing barrel swaps 'down the road' , but 'never say never',,,

Which way would you go?