Spiris Posted August 10, 2006 Report Share Posted August 10, 2006 This is my first rifle that I have completed on my own. I bought a mini-lathe a few months ago and practiced cutting SR threads on old junk LR barrels. I had a Remington 24" 22-250 barrel that I carefully cut the threads to fit to an above average Turk receiver and then chambered and headspaced it. I D&T the receiver, fitted a montana bolt handle (stick weld) to the bolt body using wet rags and a heat sink. I didn't tuck the bolt handle close on purpose as I personally like it's position as is and it clears the scope nicely. The barrel and receiver are parkerized and duracoated matt black. I dropped it into a Hogue overmold stock, which I love the feel of. It is not glass bedded and probably won't because it shoots very well. I learned a lot doing this and have this site to thank for some of the tips passed around here. It's topped with a Milllett 6-18 scope and has a singleshot follower in the mag and a Bold trigger. I am extremely pleased with it's accuracy, but it was finicky with different loads. My powder of choice was varget but it would not group. Old IMR 3031 came through though with the best 5 shot group of around 3/8" ctc using the hornady A-MAX. I still need to polish the bolt handle more, but I got in a rush to shoot it. Those montana bolts are real coarse and require a lot of work. I've got to touch up the duracoat in one spot on the receiver near the front of the extractor. I know the weaver rings are not the prettiest, but are tried and true reliable, and I'm on a fixed income. I have pictures. [attachmentid=166] [attachmentid=167] [attachmentid=168] Spiris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobVZ Posted August 10, 2006 Report Share Posted August 10, 2006 That's one heck of a first effort! I like the way you were wise enough to practice the threading before doing it for real. You have a great looking, accurate rifle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonic1 Posted August 10, 2006 Report Share Posted August 10, 2006 some people will say do"nt waste time on reworking those old turks...just buy one ready to shoot.... those people just don"t know the joy of learning the skills that come with such a project...i"m sure this want be your last mauser rifle..nice job Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rwims Posted August 10, 2006 Report Share Posted August 10, 2006 Very impressive, don't you feel proud when something you build performs that well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubbamauser Posted August 11, 2006 Report Share Posted August 11, 2006 Great work, looks good and accurate, I like the bolt, kind of a tactical feel Thanks for the pics Roy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manureman Posted August 11, 2006 Report Share Posted August 11, 2006 Very nice ! 22-250 is one of my favorites along with the Hogue stock,you've got about the perfect combo there in my book. Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roscoedoh Posted August 11, 2006 Report Share Posted August 11, 2006 I like it! Who's scope mounts and rings did you use? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
usmc0332 Posted August 11, 2006 Report Share Posted August 11, 2006 That is a sharp shootin' iron. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Horsefly Posted August 11, 2006 Report Share Posted August 11, 2006 You got a dandy rifle there.I like those Houge stocks too,just don't have one yet.They just don't feel like the lid of your ice-chest.That bolt would sure work good for me too.I'm a lefty and reach over the top to shift gears,and that little bit of extra clearance would be appreciated.Great work!!!Jerry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doble Troble Posted August 12, 2006 Report Share Posted August 12, 2006 Wow. One hole groups from a Turk and a take-off barrel. I love it when in the middle of shooting a group like that when the hair on the back of your neck starts to stand up and you realize for the first time that you have a real shooter. I wish it happened to me more often. Its a sure sign that you've done great work. I like that duracoat finish and the whole thing looks great in that Hogue stock. One hole groups = no need to bed. It definitely ain't broke so don't be trying to fix it. Those bolt handles are the hardest part for me, and if that was your first you've got talent to spare. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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