Trapdoor replacement barrel
I have an 1888 45/70 trapdoor I would really like to turn into a shooter but the barrel interior is badly rusted/pitted. Still shoots but not well. Bullets don't keyhole but accuracy is gone.
I have looked online for a 45/70 barrel liner but it seems the largest offered is 44/40 and shorter than the barrel length.
Does anyone make replacement barrels for these? Could someone reline the original?
13 July 2011, 00:28
hawkinsTry Friestchultz shop
700 Fairfield station rd.
Fairfield, PA
717 642 6696.
They have rebored two rifles for me, and relined one. They can make a barrel in any
number of grooves.
Bob Hoyt is "Good People"
15 July 2011, 05:21
JCHannumT.J.'s sells 45-70 liners by the inch, they are hammer forged and can be had in any reasonable length. They offer several different twist rates.
Give them a call for pricing and other information. they are good people to deal with.
859-635-5560