04-07-2012, 02:21 AM
JASmith Wrote:A Savage in 7.62x39 can be easily re-barrelled in the Grendel.
Same for any Savage in other calibers, especially in .308 or .223 length actions, but more parts are needed.
A Savage in 223 needs only the bolthead opened up and a grendel barrel put on. Once you have the parts in your hand it takes about 15-20 minutes to change everything out you just need a barrel nut wrench and a good hammer. Brass or deadblow is prefered but i use a claw hammer. You might need a 15 inch cressent and a glove to hold the action if you don't have an action wrench to get the original barrel off but just the nut wrench to put the new barrel on. That and an allen wrench to pull the bolt apart. Headspace it and your off to the races. Savage uses the 223 magazine for the 7.62x39.