barrel lug; weld, dovetail and solder?

[hpdrifter]

I have a Buffalo Classic; fancy handi rifle, and I want to change the forearm attachment method.  It would involve removing the screw stud and reattaching a different metal block.  I was needing to know if it would probably be better to tig or mig this on or to cut a wide dovetail and solder it for a stronger bond?

The lug is responsible for put pressure on the hinge joint to create a solid joint.  I don't believe it take any of the real pressure upon firing, but I feel it needs to be pretty solid?

Any information or knowledge in this area?

[gunnut69]

The lug holds on the forearm and the forearm retains the barrel when it is opened.. otherwise there is little stress. A good sweated joint would be fine. One could mig (or tig) weld it if you were so inclined.. I would most likely sweat it in place..