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Finish reamer a shot chamber 260 to 260imp?

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16 November 2002, 14:49
Lucky Shot
Finish reamer a shot chamber 260 to 260imp?
I am starting a M98 project and would like to know if a finish reamer would be the right choice on a new barrel that is short chambered in 260?
16 November 2002, 14:57
Lucky Shot
The title is supposed to be Short chamber not shot. oops

One other question is good gunsmithing books. I have seen some sugestions as of lately but cant find the posts that had them so any good sugestions on books?

Thanks

Dean
16 November 2002, 15:06
<JBelk>
Finish reamer is good.

Headspace to +.004. You'll need to be careful indicating the bore true...don't trust the short chamber..... and use a rigid reamer holder until you get deep enough for the pilot to engage.

Go SLOW until you get good support with the pilot.
16 November 2002, 16:03
Lucky Shot
Thanks. Slow is good. No race here.
17 November 2002, 01:25
TGetzen
Gunsmithing by Dunlop -- very good. Lots of 'old-time' hints and some amusing prices (Mauser action completely ready for sporter use, $25).

Are you using a lathe or T-handle?

Todd
19 November 2002, 16:21
Lucky Shot
Well I am going to do some reading before I do anything. My plan though is to use the lathe. Any tip's?

Thanks for the Book tip. I have a few on the way and that is one of them.
20 November 2002, 14:36
m1carbine
Jack didn't you mean -.004 headspace?
RAy
20 November 2002, 14:47
<JBelk>
m1 carbine---

Well dang it!!! That's the FIRST time I've ever forgotten something. ...... I think.... [Wink] They say the memory is the second thing to go.......

I forgot what was first. [Smile]

You're right the headspace is .004 *shorter* than GO. -.004