The CVA Scout V2 45/70 can easily be converted and far easier to find than the Apex 45/70 atm. Ive heard these can be found for around $325 or a little more. Add the cost of the least expensive Savage plug with labor and you are in at around $500 total.
• 416 Stainless Steel
•
22” Standard Fluted Barrels (its actually a 25" with muzzle break)
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1:20” Twist
• 100% Ambidextrous Stocks
• CrushZone® Recoil Pad
• DuraSight® DEAD-ON One-Piece Scope Mount
• Reversible Hammer Spur
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5.8 lbs. Total Weight
• 38” Overall Length
• 14” Length of Pull
• Alternate Length Stocks Available for Up or Down Sizing
• Lifetime Warranty
• SCOPE NOT INCLUDED
Luke at Arrowhead and Hankins sell a smaller 9/16 OD rear sealing breach plug just for such conversions or you can use a Savage type breach plug with a tungsten bushing or vent liner.