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    Convert large shank barrel to small


    Question,
    I have a large shank barrel that I have laying around. Also have a small shank receiver. I know you can make the 2 work together, but what is the easiest way to make this happen?

    any simple DIY methods?

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    Plan A) Put barrel in a lathe. Indicate bore on both ends to within .0002" without influence or deflection. Turn the barrel down to 1.055 +.005/-.000 Pick up any remaining threads with the threading tool. Cut threads to proper pitch diameter.

    Plan B) Get large shank action or re-bore and thread your action.

    Plan C) Sell barrel and purchase a barrel that fits.

    There really isn't any easier way. Actually, there is no other way
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    So a lathe will be involved?
    Dang.

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    Yep....no other way

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    You could use a Dremel if you're really good.....
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    Oh great, I can already envision the YouTube video on how to rethread a barrel with a Dremel. Thanks Fred!
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    You can do anything with a dremel. I'll upload the video later.

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    Quote Originally Posted by zloe View Post
    You can do anything with a dremel. I'll upload the video later.
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    ok, where is the popcorn?

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    you don't have to be as sophisticated as a Dremel. A good shorp flat file and thred file can do it Easy peasy1

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    Quote Originally Posted by strut64 View Post
    you don't have to be as sophisticated as a Dremel. A good shorp flat file and thred file can do it Easy peasy1
    Ok then, you do the video on that one and we'll schedule a double feature Saturday afternoon matinee to premier them both.
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    Maybe a rigid 300 with proper die and somebody to hold your beer

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