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    Caliber change on existing Rem 700

    I thought I would update this thread as I finally got around to having my barrel threaded. I had to get a 9/16"-24 direct thread adapter for my suppressor as my barrel wasn't fat enough to use 5/8"-24. After I reassembled the trigger, stock and scope, it wasn't too far off but it was super windy...
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    Caliber change on existing Rem 700

    Thanks for all the replies. I will definitely get the barrel threaded and see where that takes me, in all likelihood I will simply hang my suppressor off the end. I certainly understand and can appreciate the application of a muzzle brake but I absolutely cannot stand them. I need to get my...
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    Caliber change on existing Rem 700

    That is quote-worthy material there. Agreed!
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    Caliber change on existing Rem 700

    I'm a can guy for sure and I generally I find shooting without them to be uncivilized, I have an Omega and it makes a big difference even on my .270. My .300 barrel is only 22" and I know before threading it they have to face off the crown and my concern is losing more barrel which is why I was...
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    Caliber change on existing Rem 700

    I wasn't aware of the 6.5 SS or SAUM, I will look into them. I do have a suppressor but my barrel is not threaded which is a relatively easy remedy, comparatively speaking.
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    Caliber change on existing Rem 700

    Ten years ago I purchased a Remington 700 RMEF edition in 300 WSM. I had a gunsmith install and bed a McMillan Ultralight Hunter's Edge stock along with some Talley lightweight scope rings and Leupold VX3. This was to be my primary elk rifle, nice and light, great trigger, excellent bedding...
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    SOLD/EXPIRED WTS Trued Remington 700 Action

    Greetings, I purchased this a few years ago from Northwest Action Works http://www.nwactionworks.com/#!actions/c1prz The bolt is .223 / .300 Blackout. The trigger is subject to Remington's recall but I planned on replacing it so it was never returned. Action and bolt are blued finish...
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