Can I cut and thread a standard Tikka T3X stainless fluted 6.5 Creedmoor Barrel? I will be taking this to a gunsmith but having never used a gun smith before I thought maybe you guys could give me some pointers on things to ask the gunsmith? Maybe an idea of a price of what I am asking for? Or should I even be trying to get this done? I would really like to add a break to a 20" stainless fluted Tikka barrel. Thanks everyone!
Cutting and Threading a Tikka Barrel.
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Just be aware that the lite contour is pretty thin and you might not be able to get the thread pattern that you want.
That's part of the reason why a lot of these people are cutting their barrels back to 18" were it's thicker. Since you have a fluted model I'm not sure if that option is viable for you.
So you might have to go the route that the first post did and go a smaller thread pattern despite the caliber choice. (Which still should be fine if you're only installing a brake)
That's part of the reason why a lot of these people are cutting their barrels back to 18" were it's thicker. Since you have a fluted model I'm not sure if that option is viable for you.
So you might have to go the route that the first post did and go a smaller thread pattern despite the caliber choice. (Which still should be fine if you're only installing a brake)
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You should tell your gunsmith:
- Your rifle's caliber
- The diameter of the barrel at the muzzle
- Can you thread it for a brake (not break)?
- What thread size can you machine given the barrel thickness? (this will drive your brake selection)
- Do you need to remove the barrel from the action?
It will cost you between $50 and $100
