Gunsmithing Changing a barrels caliber?

[The_Punisher]

Can a barrel in 223, be bored out and rifled in lets say .243? Or 243 to 284? I am just wondering what to do with a high quality barrel once its shot out. How deep are common Lands and Grooves. Thanks in advance, I apologize if this is a dumb question!

 

[nicholst55]

Re: Changing a barrels caliber?

Yes, you can have them rebored to a larger caliber. Rifling grooves are generally .003-.005" deep, so what you propose is quite possible. There aren't a lot of people who offer this service, and they tend to have a large backlog of work. I've never had a barrel rebored, but the possibility does stay in the back of my mind for a couple of different applications.

 

[Rob01]

Re: Changing a barrels caliber?

Don't waste the time or money. Get a new barrel.

 

[bohem]

Re: Changing a barrels caliber?

The cost is on par with just replacing the barrel, I'd either set back the 223 barrel if there's room or just order a new barrel.

 

[The_Punisher]

Re: Changing a barrels caliber?

Thanks, I couldnt find any info.

 

[Kells81]

Re: Changing a barrels caliber?

I think it is kinda common in Resto's of leaverguns (same caliber updates). To get a quality job done you could just order a new barrel for about the same price but then you wouldnt have the original roll marks on the barrel.

 

[GasLight]

Re: Changing a barrels caliber?

Check Classic Barrel Works in Prescott AZ, seems like if you already have a custom barrel that cost in the $300 range, you will be able to save some money by having them re-bore it. I wouldn't advise re-boring a factory barrel unless as suggested above, the factory roll-marks are worth something in-tact.

Dave