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Post by rojo23 on Oct 3, 2021 17:56:06 GMT -5
I have a savage 12 .243 that I haven't shoot in 5-6 years. I have been kicking around the idea of using it for a donor action for a new muzzleloader build.
Any issues with converting a model 12 to a sml? I would like to do away with the barrel nut, is there any issues having the barrel fitted to the action without the nut? Most likely this will be a .50 for a Colorado elk hunt
thanks
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Post by kbrezlin on Oct 3, 2021 21:25:12 GMT -5
No I built 2 off savage actions without the barrel nut. One on a 110 and the other on a single shot target action
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Post by Hank on Oct 4, 2021 8:00:04 GMT -5
You would build this rifle just like any other rifle without a barrel nut. Measure for your headspace and machine the barrel to fit. Start out with a barrel blank that is 1.250 and you will have plenty of shoulder on the barrel.
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Post by Richard on Oct 4, 2021 13:59:03 GMT -5
+1
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Post by jbbushnell on Jan 11, 2022 15:06:21 GMT -5
No I built 2 off savage actions without the barrel nut. One on a 110 and the other on a single shot target action I know this thread is dated, but I'm interested in knowing if the Savage single shot target action provides enough clearance for easy loading/removal of the primer module. Thx |
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Post by ballistic on Jan 11, 2022 17:05:43 GMT -5
No I built 2 off savage actions without the barrel nut. One on a 110 and the other on a single shot target action I know this thread is dated, but I'm interested in knowing if the Savage single shot target action provides enough clearance for easy loading/removal of the primer module. Thx There are several options on the savage target action single shot. Some have 2 ports and some have one for loading/ejecting. If your running the popular HIS module system you will load it into the bolt face. Hank makes std and 45-70 patterns and more . With the savages ability to be converted to several combos for the bolt head- I can’t see any issues with loading the modules unless you have gloves on with large fingers. If your running direct ignition the bolt has to be removed each time and that has never been an issue. I have a single port target action and a friend has a dual port and we haven’t had any issues running the std pattern w the HIS or the direct ignition. You won’t be giving up anything to other designs for as far as the target actions are concerned - they are very very good- but that’s my opinion. Put a high quality brux in a .45 or a .40 and you’ll be pleased. |
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Post by ballistic on Jan 11, 2022 17:36:32 GMT -5
Here’s a model 12 single port chambered in a .40 cal. There isn’t a barrel nut - barrel is 1.250” for 6” Has an MBM superbeast brake. Shoots really well out to tested 1630 yards w pitman 325 aero max at 3000 fps. Target actions in single shot weigh over 3 lbs so they are heavier than others. Factory triggers can be set really low so that’s a plus. My setup weighs just over 17 lbs and I hike with it - friends say it’s too much….. This combo has shot a .087” 3 shot group recently but I’m normally a 1/2” to 1/4” shooter so it shoots better than I can. The brux barrels are amazing for muzzleloader builds. And so are savage target actions. Attachments:
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Post by hillbill on Jan 11, 2022 17:46:35 GMT -5
Nothing at all wrong with the Savage actions, IF you have really big fingers the target action opening is tight but for regular size fingers it's not a problem
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Post by 12ptdroptine on Jan 11, 2022 18:15:35 GMT -5
No I built 2 off savage actions without the barrel nut. One on a 110 and the other on a single shot target action I know this thread is dated, but I'm interested in knowing if the Savage single shot target action provides enough clearance for easy loading/removal of the primer module. Thx [br I have 3 of them and getting modules in and out is plenty easy Drop |
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Post by kbrezlin on Jan 11, 2022 20:14:47 GMT -5
Never had an issue with the target action getting the modules in. Mine was a right hand, right port action. I really liked to solid bottom.
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Post by deadwooddan on Jan 12, 2022 13:40:19 GMT -5
I'm in the process and just finished putting mine together, hoping to sight in this weekend or next. I am on the larger side and have no issues getting modules in. As others have stated with gloves on it will become more difficult but I haven't loaded a front stuffer that isn't. I wear mittens so my fingers are exposed so don't plan on it being an issue. I had the PTA along with a few other model 10's I could have built on. The PTA had a 6MM BR set up I only use for prairie dog hunts and don't do that every year so it just made since to use it for the added benefit it has.
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Post by Richard on Jan 13, 2022 8:47:12 GMT -5
If the action opening was a problem for big fingers, a milling machine and about 15 minutes could easily rectify that!
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