Need to line or re-barrel a Remington rolling block

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17 October 2022, 23:34

Eterry

Need to line or re-barrel a Remington rolling block

I bought a NY contract Remington rolling block rifle from a gunsmith's estate. It's been refinished with new wood, and has a 34" 54 Cal octagon muzzleloading barrel threaded for an in-line system, with the ejector correctly knotched out. I'd like to have it lined and chambered for 50-90 Sharps. A close second would be re-barrelling to same caliber.

I'm wondering if anyone can suggest a 'Smith to complete my project. I've called Bobby Hoyt, but he's taking a well-deserved vacation. Just wanting to check my options.
Thanks.

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18 October 2022, 00:43

rcraig

Might give John Taylor a call.

https://johntaylormachine.com/

18 October 2022, 19:29

Bill/Oregon

Second the recommendation of contacting John Taylor. He has rebarreled and chambered two rolling blocks for me, one in .50-70 and one in .44-77, both using Green Mountain BPCR barrels. Be aware that longer, large-diameter straight cartridges can have issues clearing the hammer on a rolling block.