To thread or not to thread the muzzle ...

[meinidaho]

What about using a clamp on recoil suppressor. There are several manufacturers ranging from $90 to $200. They might not look as sleek but can be removed.

 

[FEENIX]

What about using a clamp on recoil suppressor. There are several manufacturers ranging from $90 to $200. They might not look as sleek but can be removed.

That's how this thread got started because he was considering clamp-on muzzle brakes. I am not aware of any clamp-on suppressor though?

 

[jimbires]

I don't worry about resale value . I make things to my liking .

 

[FEENIX]

I don't worry about resale value . I make things to my liking .

Me too, as I have no intentions of selling any of my weapons.

 

[North Idaho Hunter]

Thread em up!

 

[FEENIX]

Thread em up!

I think he's leaning that way now. I told him I have an extra muzzle brake off my old 7MM STW that he can have.

 

[xsn10s]

My friend read this thread and accepts that it is NOT a collector's item because it has been shot. He is leaning towards threading it now since he wants to shoot it more comfortably.

IMHO even if it was collectable it would be a mute point if he wants to shoot it a lot. If he's like us and shoots then that barrel will be changed out while he owns it. Thread it and bang away!

 

[Overkill338]

On a rifle, let's say R700 Sendero (any of the chamberings or generations), does it add value or hurt the collectors' value (not sure if it is), asking for a friend. A simple yes or no will suffice.

ADDED: My original post might be too generalized, as reflected by the 1st 6 responses. I understand the collector's value might be personal in nature. How about R700 Sendero in 7MM STW? I am not sure how many rounds through, but it has been shot, but it sounds like it is in very good condition.

I have a feeling you made this post because I launched a clamp-on brake to Canada lol

 

[FEENIX]

I have a feeling you made this post because I launched a clamp-on brake to Canada lol

Nope!

 

[mercerbear]

On a rifle, let's say R700 Sendero (any of the chamberings or generations), does it add value or hurt the collectors' value (not sure if it is), asking for a friend. A simple yes or no will suffice.

ADDED: My original post might be too generalized, as reflected by the 1st 6 responses. I understand the collector's value might be personal in nature. How about R700 Sendero in 7MM STW? I am not sure how many rounds through, but it has been shot, but it sounds like it is in very good condition.

I think it increases functional value and hurts resale a little.

 

[mercerbear]

My mistake early 60's, no provenance bought used.

I wouldn't mess with the barrel on an older gun.

Too many cheap high quality options these days.