Method relieving stock barrel channel for larger diameter barrel Questions

[p5200]

I'm going to install a Lilja 1.00" barrel in a CZ 457 Standard Varmint stock. My question is, do I start at the bottom of the channel with smaller socket/ sandpaper? Or, start at top of channel with final width of socket and sand paper needed. I just want to avoid the top finished edges from getting chipped or scuffed. I suppose I could tape off that top edges? I'm open to all suggestions / ideas! Thanks!

 

[lash]

Top of channel with final dia. Socket. And yes, tape off the top edges.


Also, you may already have noticed that you inadvertently posted this thread twice. Just go back into the second one and delete it.

 

[p5200]

I thought I'd deleted it I'll try again. Thanks

 

[p5200]

The socket /sandpaper combination measures .060" over which should leave .030" clearance on each side. Does that sound about right? more /or less maybe?

 

[lash]

The socket /sandpaper combination measures .060" over which should leave .030" clearance on each side. Does that sound about right? more /or less maybe?

That should be fine.