I looked over the FAQ’s but didn’t find my answer. The clip is attached to the action and I am wondering if this particular action can be retrofitted with new bottom metal and removable clip without a great amount of gunsmithing? I don’t want to try and remove the clip just yet but it looks like they got it in there so it should come out unless the front tab was spot welded after it was inserted.

My plan is to rebarrel to a 6.5-284 and would like a clip system similar to my 10PC. Any input greatly appreciated.