07 January 2018, 21:57
S. TexanPe-64 model 70 Hornet-to-.222 conversion help
I picked up a pre-64 model 70 that someone previously rechambered to .222 Remington. They removed the factory Hornet followe, spring and box and replaced with a new spring. Actually shoots pretty well, but will not consistently feed .222 from the magazine. Can someone recommend a gunsmith who has previously had success with these conversions? Many thanks
08 January 2018, 05:28
airgun1I had one that fed very nice. It had a Rem 722 mag box and follower.
08 January 2018, 21:41
AFRICAN LEADWOODKind of a pity as the 22H was quite rare in pre64 and it is certainly a novelty. I'm sure there was a good reason but still... sorry I added no value.
09 January 2018, 16:07
xausaYou might check with Griffin & Howe. Back when the .222 first appeared they used to advertise that conversion in the American Rifleman.