I just purchased a used Bartline 1:7.5 twist varmint 6.5 Grendel Prefit barrel, came with an PT&G complete bolt head, Accustock, and alloy bottom metal. I ordered a 7.62X39 magazine, and have NOS SSS Comp trigger, and Rayhill tactical style bolt with lift kit. I have a Stevens 200 .243 that'll be the donor.

I'm going to put it on a diet by cutting the barrel back to 16.5" and threading for my suppressor. Still it's going to be a fairly heavy little pig, so I might flute it as well. I'm interested in hearing from other Grendel shooters.

I guess my real question is are there any issues with feeding I'll need to address? I've heard some people can't get the last round to feed out of the X39 mags in their scouts. Or any potential issues I'm not thinking of? I plan on shooting Hornady Black 123 ELDM ammunition to start, and I might get into loading for it later on. Right now I really don't have the time to reload.

Thanks!