Author Topic: barrel lugs (Read 477 times)

youngpup · « **on:** April 12, 2005, 12:54:28 PM »

Does anyone out there know if there is a source for contender barrel lugs, I searched the net and have come up empty handed. I have some extra barrels around, And figured it was worth a shot to try work somthing up.

KN · « **Reply #1 on:** April 12, 2005, 03:27:01 PM »

Whats wrong with the ones that are on them? KN

youngpup · « **Reply #2 on:** April 12, 2005, 03:44:32 PM »

Perhaps I should have given more detail :oops: ;
The extra barrels are not currently contender barrels, but blanks and take-offs from other rifles.

My thinking was cut off the threads (if applicable) and turn barrel to correct diameter, rechamber, and TIG weld on the T/C lug.

In the end I have a Contender barrel for around $50 (Labor is cheap, I work for beer and band-aids) which is still $100+ cheaper than a used barrel.

Kevin A. · « **Reply #3 on:** April 12, 2005, 04:37:38 PM »

The way too do it is buy a junker barrel Cut it just ahead of the lug , Thread it internally and Thread your barrels to match . Would work best for small calibers no stompers.
Kevin

KN · « **Reply #4 on:** April 12, 2005, 06:07:09 PM »

I doubt you'll find the bottom portion for TC barrels. You could make your own if you have the machining capabilities. Wouldn't be too difficult. KN

skb2706 · « **Reply #5 on:** April 13, 2005, 03:23:51 AM »

Considering the margin of error available....I'd spend the money myself.