04-02-2016, 05:46 PM
There are several gunsmiths who are looking at making semi-custom Grendels using the Rem 700 and other actions. That semi-production route might lead to some savings because the 'smith can leverage economies of scale.
For the DIY individual, the Savage Axis or preferably, one of the Model 10 series rifles can be readily converted with a barrel and PPC bolt face. There is a good handful of barrel makers that produce drop-in barrels for the Savage. Some also stock Grendel-chambered barrels.
The main kicker is to be sure you know what chamber / throat they are willing to furnish and that that fits your desires. Some routinely use a reamer cut to SAAMI specs, almost all will likely custom ream for the chamber you want. There are threads both here on on the Savage Shooters Forum that discuss conversion from another cartridge to the Grendel.
For the DIY individual, the Savage Axis or preferably, one of the Model 10 series rifles can be readily converted with a barrel and PPC bolt face. There is a good handful of barrel makers that produce drop-in barrels for the Savage. Some also stock Grendel-chambered barrels.
The main kicker is to be sure you know what chamber / throat they are willing to furnish and that that fits your desires. Some routinely use a reamer cut to SAAMI specs, almost all will likely custom ream for the chamber you want. There are threads both here on on the Savage Shooters Forum that discuss conversion from another cartridge to the Grendel.
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