gunsmith?
#1
Thread Starter
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Lewisville MN USA
Posts: 17
gunsmith?
Hi I just bought a savage 10 in 243. I took it apart, because I like to tinker, and found that the internal magazine looks basically the same as a drop plate type.
I just got to thinking how hard would it be to switch it. Where would I get the plate and mounting bracket? I have heard that a gun smith could do it but i think it would be kind of fun.
I just got to thinking how hard would it be to switch it. Where would I get the plate and mounting bracket? I have heard that a gun smith could do it but i think it would be kind of fun.
#2
Join Date: Jul 2003
Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma
Posts: 1,051
RE: gunsmith?
internal magazine looks basically the same as a drop plate type.
Just my thoughts on it.
If the stock has sufficient material to allow the modification, you should be able to order parts from Savage.
#3
RE: gunsmith?
How about buying a good quality aftermarket stock that is already inletted for a floor plate? Then buy a new trigerguard/floorplate and you are all set to go.
My only question is: Why??
My only question is: Why??
#4
RE: gunsmith?
If your stock has enough wood (and it should) to allow you to do it it is a simple matter getting the parts needed and inletting the stock to accept the new parts (floor plate & screws). The receiver doesn't change any just because it has or does not have a floor plate.