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    Donor Rifle/Bolt Head Question


    Good Morning,

    It appears ordering a 12 VLP in my area isn't likely to happen anytime soon. If I decided to purchase a Model 10 in .308 and swap the barrel (which I have experience with) to .223, would I only need to replaced the bolt head with one that's properly sized for .223?

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    Quote Originally Posted by JoeJoe View Post
    Good Morning,

    It appears ordering a 12 VLP in my area isn't likely to happen anytime soon. If I decided to purchase a Model 10 in .308 and swap the barrel (which I have experience with) to .223, would I only need to replaced the bolt head with one that's properly sized for .223?

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    joe
    I believe you are correct. Ask sharpshooter or robinhood.. they would be able to confirm but im almost certain bolt and firing pin are all you need.

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    Just the bolthead and the magazine, if you are going to use one.
    "As long as there's lead in the air....there's still hope.."

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    Quote Originally Posted by sharpshooter View Post
    Just the bolthead and the magazine, if you are going to use one.
    Thanks

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    Donor rifle acquired.....picked up a 10PT-SR this afternoon. Originally, I was only after the action (planned to sell the barrel and the stock), however, this rifle came with a 16.5" bull barrel, and aside from the OEM stock, it's pretty darn slick. Since I already shoot .308, I might have to shoot this one for a bit before I decide on how to proceed with this project. I'm thinking this might be a good candidate for an MDT XRS regardless though.

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    I'll just add that you should check firing pin protrusion and adjust if needed.
    The Dunning-Kruger effect is alive and well.

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