I posted a few months back, but I'm just now getting to work on my build. I got an Axis in 30-06 (stainless) for a steal, but I've already got a 30-06!

I bought an ER Shaw barrel online and it came with a nut wrench plus go and no go gauges. Maybe not the best, but it's good enough for my first attempt. I've also got an Action Wrench.

The barrel popped off with a slight tap on the nut wrench with the action wrench held down by my Bench vise.

Here's my questions going forward:
1) the nut did not come loose at all from the barrel and the barrel/barrel nut are off the rifle but firmly holding onto one another. Any advice for removal/separation? Or should I just buy an aftermarket nut anyway?

2) I've built ar's from various parts before and have some experience installing those barrels. Anything to be warry of with the Boltgun? (I've Been reading but figure I'd throw it out there vaguely to the gurus just in case)

3) Once I'm able to screw in my barrel and nut, and the bolt properly closes on the "Go" and doesn't close on the "No-Go", is there anything else I need to be checking? Ready to shoot? Any other safety issues/concerns/tips?

Anyway. I'll work on the nut or buy a new one... Then I'll post more!