Bolt Action Build: Part 2 - Assembly
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- čas přidán 17. 12. 2023
- Join Caleb from Brownells in the second installment of our Bolt Action Rifle Build Series. In this episode, we jump right into assembling a bolt action rifle.
We start by installing a Proof Research barrel in a 6.5 Creedmoor Zermatt Origin style action. Caleb introduces the Short Action Custom Barrel Vise, an innovative tool that simplifies the process. He also covers the use of an action wrench, torque wrench, and other needed tools.
Next, we go into the intricacies of barrel installation, discussing different barrel types, including the Savage small shank style with a barrel nut. Caleb demonstrates how to properly apply torque, check headspace, and ensure everything is aligned correctly.
The video also includes a detailed walkthrough of installing a trigger mechanism, using a Timney trigger as an example. Caleb explains the importance of correct installation and safety checks.
Finally, we head on over to installing a muzzle device and dropping the barreled action into a chassis. Caleb uses the MDT HNT 26 chassis, showing the correct method to install the action.
Throughout the video, Caleb emphasizes the importance of precision and attention to detail in building a reliable and accurate bolt action rifle. - Jak na to + styl
Caleb, i love your videos and they've helped me more than once....i would like to mention that you should put your barrel nut adapter at 90 degrees to your torque wrench though to keep from adding additional torque. If you put the adapter in line with the torque wrench you are adding leverage length which increases the applied torque
Came to the comments just for this.
Hopefully he's seen this comment and learns from it.
I really love you guys’ videos. They’re clean, succinct, free of obnoxious editing and very informative for AR owners. Keep it up
It might have been nice to mention to make sure the recoil lug is pused back against the recess in the chassis.
Beat me to it
Wow - Really enjoyed this build. Thank you for the very clear and concise instructions. Beautifully done!
Great job at explaining how to do it Right, keep up the great job.
NGL I love the build (aside from cal.) but I also dig that sweet flannel!
I cannot believe how simple that was. I wonder how much that rifle kicks? You should do a part 3: Picking an optic Part 4: Zeroing that optic.
Now I have another build on the list, thanks Caleb awesome video brother
Why is everyone afraid to show "gunsmithing" except Brownells?
Because they are not dependent on the monetization of the channel for income.
My understanding it has to do with Monetization. They don't get money on their videos if they violate CZcams policy. Notice Brownell's doesn't have any commercials (that's a good thing)?
I had the same question
Amazing the options shooters/hunters have today.
Thank you for the vid. Loved every minute. Now I need to get out my wallet.
awesome rifle Caleb...... thanks for sharing this series....
Nice bolt action rifle. Looking forward to the optic and rings selection in part 3. 👍
How cool! This new systems are pretty amazing. Thank you for the great video
Looking forward to the next step.
great vid, look forward to building my own.
Thanks, Caleb! I built a 22 Creedmoor using the Solus action and a Zermatt pre-fit barrel. It shoots great!
Where did you find a 22 Creedmoor barrel? I’ve looked everywhere.
@@bartrice8278 I bought mine from Preferred Barrel Blanks. I chose that company because I could specify a reamer that would accommodate 88gr bullets. Criterion also has them. There are others as well. Good luck!👍🏻
@@bartrice8278 just ordered a solus Lightweight action for a 22 Creedmoor build myself! What chassis did you go with?
I like the barrel vice. I was wondering if it could also be used to remove and replace a barrel on a Mini 14. The barrel vices I've seen look like slapped together junk with wooden inserts that require rosin .
love this series. fairly strait forward but still informative
Awesome video. I went with a McMillan A5 stock for my build as Im not a big fan of chassis. But the one you selected for that is pretty slick and if I ever do a chassis build I think I'll go with that.
Looking into a 25-06AI build. This is good info to have as I will probably be using a Savage 110 action and small shank barrel.
Caleb, it may not matter much, but it is best practice….Please place torque wrench 90 degrees to crawfoot barrel wrench. Proper torque is achieved.
Thanks
ok so putting the barrel nut (wrench )in the vise getting that solid ,then using the (action bar an applying the 44foot lbs ,no scratches to upper maby that would work >>>>>
Awesome. But can they make receivers and barrels cheaper? I can't shoot 1/2" moa but I love to build them so it would be nice for factory quality custom parts.
Caleb - quick question. Will most chassis fit a barreled action using the Savage nut or do you need to find a chassis specific to that? I'm thinking chassis clearance just forward of action being an issue with the nut. I like the idea of the nut because if you're a volume shooter - no lathe or gunsmith required means minimal downtime once a barrel falls off. A way a guy can shoot PRS type matches without gunsmith expense.
It would be really neat to build, there’s only 1 problem! Just the action itself is over $800 !!! So by the time you built this! You damn near could’ve bought a 50BMG rifle!
Leaving aside that I wouldn't want to be within 100m of some sucker who bought an $800 .50BMG rifle when they pulled the trigger, a complete Aero Solus is listed for between $1800 and $2500 on their website, whereas a Barrett will cost at least $10k and more likely well in excess of that.
These actions are very nice and the closest you’ll get to custom. I’ve shot one and it’s definitely comparable to my $1700 bergara b14 hmr pro
This has me thinking the 6.5 grendel rifle search for a deer/hog inside 200y build can actually be an affordable build myself. How about some items listed in stock for this build? Much respect on the suggested items by anyone. I like to do self stuff, but this is a first for me.
In pretty sure I way over torqued my first barrel nut on an AR build... What would you suggest? Not to talk it apart? It functions perfect....
Did you remove the ejectors off the bolt before using go/no-go gauges?
He said that those g/ng gages are cut away on one side, but since the Solace has two ejectors, I think you should.
What does the rifle way before optic and how long of barrel? I am going to do a similar buikd just haven't decided on my route.
What would you have done on the first barrel (Remington style) if your headspace wasn't right?
Check out the first video as it explains that.
@@CalebSavant Will do. Thanks. I've built a Savage but never messed with the other style.
Once the action is installed in the stock does it prevent the Remington bolt release from rattling around?
The torque should be at a 90 degree angle with the wrench.
Isn’t the barrel-nut adapter on the torque wrench working like a “crow’s foot” where you should have the gadget at 90 degrees from the torque wrench handle? The way you used it you’re essentially extending the handle and throwing off the torque measurement - unless I’m mistaken and the tool already compensates for the torque recommendation?
That is correct, you torque at 90 degrees.
I notice in another video for AR's he uses the barrel-nut crow's foot correctly but doesn't point it out@@MrPiimpslap
@bobvizza5490 I think the builder was just trying to show the steps but wasn't focused on using a savage shank barrel. He warned against using shouldered pre-fits but ultimately that's what he built. I have Origins and now a Solus too and use proofs prefit without issue.
Shouldn't action recoil lug be pushed back against chassis mount. That seems like alot of play. Could u take up a bunch of that with glass or shim or something?
Isnt the Solus 55 in lbs for front and 65 in lbs for the rear action screws?
What length finished barrel did you use?
What is the build weight. At this point. With the mdt metal mag?
No recoil lug ???
But how much does that combo weigh??!!
What torque wrench is that?
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Did you take off the barrel nut before installing the trigger?
No, we used the Zermatt style barrel.
You put on a barrel nut at 13 minutes then when you come back it’s in the barrel vice after it’s removed from the barrel vice(19 1/2 minute mark)it doesn’t appear to have the barrel nut you put on 6 minutes earlier. Other Zerrmat barrel installs I see either no barrel nut or the barrel nut get left on after installation. Sorry if I am just completely misunderstanding something here.
Yes, please watch the barrel portion of video 1.
What does this weigh?
Should have removed the firing pin when checking head space.
Why would you have to do that.
Noice
For everyone complaining about the price:
Howa 1500 barreled action from Brownell's: $440
KRG Bravo Chassis: $400
That's a sub $1000 rifle and requires nothing more than simple hand tools. No vice, action wrench or gauges needed.
Wish I had $4,000 laying around to build this. The chassis alone is $1,600 plus tax.
Are you going to shoot it?
What about a field guage??? Go guage, no go guage but no field guage. Im lost...
You don't need a field gauge for this, and no new build should ever need a field gauge. A field gauge is only used if your no-go gauge fails and you don't mind shooting with much lower performance. A field gauge means "no" but still technically safe.
Love the video but that Chassis is ugly compared to some of the other options you had
Great explanation. Only comment on the barrel grease. You used quite a bit and I would think you had enough in your hair where you didn't need to break that jar out! 😅
Subbed ya, I hope them commies at YT don’t remove your videos over the dumb new rules
That's almost easier than building an AR😂
That action lube plus stinks, i can't believe you stuck your fingers in it. I use an acid brush because my wife complains about the smell, i come home from the shop after doing barrels or lubing a machine gun, she can smell it from the garage when i get home.
Aero has about $150 into these actions.......overpriced
That's how every custom action is....