Convert Arisaka Type 99 To 45-70

[trekster]

Hi,

I picked up a hacked up type 99 awhile back. It was rechambered to 300 Savage but has a large "void" or ding in the chamber by the case shoulder. I also have a 45-70 barrel that was made by H&R for their Springfield Trapdoor rifle. It looks like the bolt face could be opened up for the rimmed case. Has anyone converted an Arisaka to 45-70?

Thanks

[gun nutty]

Look at the 450 Marlin or .458 American (458X2"). Both will feed well from the staggered Mauser magazine.

 

You might be able to set the barrel back and rechamber.

 

I think it's a great idea.

[riceone]

I made two 99's into 410 shotguns, thought about a 45/70 just did not get around to it. riceone

[trekster]

I have thought about setting the barrel back and cleaning up the chamber but I would still have the issue of a 300 savage with the 7.7 bore. Besides, the 45-70 idea appeals to me.

This rifle came as part of a package deal with a hacked up 1903a3 springfield that I wanted. It was poorly sporterized (the guy told me it was rechambered to 30-06) and no mum, so after the holidays I will talk to a smith and see about installing the other barrel.

 

Thanks

[gun nutty]

I meant setting the 45/70 barrel back and rechambering for the 450 Marlin or 458X2 American.

[G-riff.]

Did anyone finish this?

[AzRednek]

23 hours ago, G-riff. said:

Did anyone finish this?

You might try messaging Riceone through the messaging system. He doesn’t visit here very often but if anybody can or has done it he will know. Please tell him “hello” for me.