I have access to a 30.06 barrel that may have a .308 insert/adapter stuffed into it. Is this thing safe to use? Was this a common fix for problem throats or just a cheap conversion that is best left alone?
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I have access to a 30.06 barrel that may have a .308 insert/adapter stuffed into it. Is this thing safe to use? Was this a common fix for problem throats or just a cheap conversion that is best left alone?
Let's look at the worst case scenario, shall we? Let's say your cursing along shooting your .308 and SUDDENLY, the insert falls out. Now your shooting .308 out of a 30/06 barrel, DRATS! Has anyone ever shot .308 out of a 30/06 barrel? I have, Punch the Clown has, the rounds go off just like they were 30/06 and they even are pretty accurate with one little change... The brass now looks like a 45/70 when it's spit out :)Quote:
Originally Posted by ZBeast
How excessive is the headspace when you shoot .308 out of a 30/06? It's got to be pretty severe doesn't it? If the brass is in good condition though I've not seen even one incident of bad juju.
In my opinion, I'd go for the insert. There's even a company in Alaska that makes those .308 inserts for use in any of your 30/06 barrels. So, with no fuss no muss you can turn your 30/06 into a .308 instantly.
I have no personal experience with these barrels,but I read somewhere that these had the chamber faces reamed out to accept the inserts so I don't know if that makes a difference,but I'd use one.
Thanks again for the input. I will take a 'shot' and get the barrel for another project. ZB.
HA! That .308 has lots of potential!
Not the first one i have seen posted..I wonder if the insert stays on a ejected round or falls loose after firing?Quote:
Originally Posted by Orlando
Looks like a buffalo bullet round??Quote:
Originally Posted by ZBeast
You should be able to see the insert if the barrel isn't mounted...I always wondered just how they scored or reamed or modifyed the barrel.Quote:
Originally Posted by ZBeast
Check it out.
http://www.mcace.com/adapters.htm