squib Posted March 22, 2007 Report Share Posted March 22, 2007 I have a VZ-24 that has a worn out barrel. What are my options.? Is there someone that can install a new or good military barrel? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonic1 Posted March 22, 2007 Report Share Posted March 22, 2007 welcome to the group..yes you have many options..if you are interested in restoration good used barrels can be found..what are you thinking of doing to this rifle? is this some thing your wanting to do your self ? armed with the right tools and some carefull reading ...and input from some of the people here..you could do it your self...but a word of warning after doing so you will become addicted ..and then this will lead to more projects.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richp41 Posted March 22, 2007 Report Share Posted March 22, 2007 Squib, I don't know where you're located but I can tell you that Jim MCCollum at Circlewood Gun Shop replaced a VZ24 barrel for me with a brand new VZ barrel he had in stock. If you're interested call him at 205-752-7011. He is located in Duncanvile,AL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinkerfive Posted March 23, 2007 Report Share Posted March 23, 2007 Squib Allow me to welcome you as well. The more that you can tell us of what you'd like to do with your VZ the more that we can help you. Do you want to keep it in its original military configuration and 8MM caliber? Would you like to keep the original look and change caliber, there are 30-06 barrels that have the same steps as the 8MM? Are you interested in going a full sporterization? How much are you equipped to do or how much do you want to do for yourself? Congratulations!!! you have one of the most desirable actions to work with and you've found the best place to help you along. Tinker P. S. Your options with a VZ24 range from just about any standard caliber up to any magnum that can be made to feed. There are a few magnums that are too long but there are many that can work fine. To name a few popular ones 7MM, 300 win, 308norma, 338 win . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest_karlunity_* Posted March 23, 2007 Report Share Posted March 23, 2007 Welcome. It may not be as bad worn out barrel. If it shoots a group more like a shot-gun, it may just be a worn down muzzle. Most Vz-24's I have seen just needed a counter-bore and re-crown to restore them. Welcome again Karl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cold shot Posted March 23, 2007 Report Share Posted March 23, 2007 welcome sqib to the site. i too have vz24's one was made to a 243 bull, one is now a 300 win/8mm-300win. they are great actions.like everyone says, what do you want it to do? with this action, you have many options. you can go as far as your mind and your pocketbook will allow. so, pull up a chair kick back and enjoy the knowledge and friendship we have to offer. Dave. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
odies dad Posted March 23, 2007 Report Share Posted March 23, 2007 Ignore what all these guys said. It is junk so send it to me for proper disposal. Seriously the VZ24 is a great receiver for a sporter project if you aren't set on keeping it in origional configuration. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cold shot Posted March 23, 2007 Report Share Posted March 23, 2007 Nooo, throw it my way. better yet, i'll be in the walmart lot in 5 no 10mins.jets' warming up as we speak.Naw, just keep it and work with it for awhile till you get it where you want it. then send in pics. laterfolks, my m93 is a callin'.says need new stock. enjoy! Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCShooter Posted March 24, 2007 Report Share Posted March 24, 2007 Welcome aboard.... There are some people here who are willing to help, depending on time and distance. There are a number of gun smiths used by most at one time or another. Our own Z1R, depending on how much he has recovered from his move. Skaggs Gunsmithing Mark D. Skaggs Grants Pass, OR 97527 Phone: (541) 846-6168 Email: CaseSC45@aol.com Website: SkaggsGunsmithing.com This guy has had some good press. Or if the bug has bitten, barrels can be purchased from the following places: http://www.e-gunparts.com/ http://www.sporterexpress.com/v2/ http://www.ershawbarrels.com/ http://www.kriegerbarrels.com/ http://www.riflebarrels.com/ http://www.wilsonarms.com/ http://benchrest.com/douglas/index.html http://www.lothar-walther.de/html/319.php http://www.shilen.com/index.html you also have ebay, gunbroker and auction arms.......plus a lot of other places....... The options can stretch as far as your imagination...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
riflecrankdotcom Posted February 14, 2008 Report Share Posted February 14, 2008 You could get one of those $40 19" 7x57 barrels from Numrich. 7x57 is one of the greatest deer cartridges of all time, and you would have the basis of a really nice little carbine. Maybe put a full-length Mannilicher style stock on it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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