In large barrel channel

[muleman69]

Need to hog out my barrel channel for new build, do they make a tool for this ? Need to take out about an 1/8" each side

 

[MGYSGT]

Piece of sand paper and a hunk of PVC pipe. Only takes a few minutes.

 

[Bc'z]

I use deep well sockets. Wrapped in sand paper. 1/2" - 9/16" for working the sides.
5/8" -3/4" for bottom of Chanel
I also mask the fore end to protect it from accidental misshap of rolling over the edge.

 

[Dusty Stevens]

Deep well 1/2” drive sockets, locking extension, and adhesive backed DA sandpaper from an auto body supply

 

[jds holler]

I'm with Bc'z deep well socket method. With a full set you can get it perfect, for any barrel contour. I like to mask the fore-end as he mentions, and even mark the points on the stock that match the socket size for that area.
Don't get in a rush, and don't get dumb, and you will be happy and proud of the result. jd

 

[muleman69]

Okay thanks,I did not no they made adhesive backed sand paper sounds good. What grit should a man start with? The barrel will be around .900 thou

 

[Dusty Stevens]

Oh and when i say locking extension i mean like a 24” plus extension. And a whole socket set like jd mentioned. Step it up slow. I use a mist of black spray paint as a guide coat. Once its sanded off go to the next size. Harbor freight sockets are not suitable for using as a socket but they will work for this application

 

[Dusty Stevens]

https://www.zoro.com/norton-psa-san...v82pIHofsgxHMTh_voCnPQ0kYMwaNf8BoCBlkQAvD_BwE

This is what i use, i get it locally at a bumper to bumper. I have all the grits

 

[muleman69]

I use deep well sockets. Wrapped in sand paper. 1/2" - 9/16" for working the sides.
5/8" -3/4" for bottom of Chanel
I also mask the fore end to protect it from accidental misshap of rolling over the edge.

Can I wrap up like a 7/8ths with paper and hog out a 1'" channel or will the sides sand faster than the bottom or vis-a-versa?

 

[Bc'z]

Can I wrap up like a 7/8ths with paper and hog out a 1'" channel or will the sides sand faster than the bottom or vis-a-versa?

Right, that's why I use various sizes of sockets. Fatter sockets will widen the top edge to much, tape also works as a guide so as you dont remove to much.
It's how I carve style lines on cars, I'll send you pics when I get outta this no service hole

 

[John from MN]

I use a Gunline Barrel Bedder to rough them out, stopping occasionally to clean things up with sandpaper.

 

[Ggmac]

Solid wood or laminate or fiberglass ? Fiberglass is usually easiest solid walnut next then laminate. Maple is almost if not equal to laminate. The softer or easier it is I'd use 120-150 then to 180-220 and 280-320 maybe 400 or finer as a finish

 

[joshb]

Hey Marine! PM me your address and I’ll send you what you need. I have the sticky back sandpaper coming out my wahzoo! I’ll make you a little “tool” I use, too. I have hunks of wood dowel I put a handle on. Just tell me how big your channel is now and how big you want it to end up. I have different sized dowels.
Josh

 

[carlsbad]

I have a set of the gunline tools and they are a great improvement over sandpaper.

https://www.brownells.com/gunsmith-...tting-tools/barrel-bedding-tool-prod6796.aspx

 

[muleman69]

Hey Marine! PM me your address and I’ll send you what you need. I have the sticky back sandpaper coming out my wahzoo! I’ll make you a little “tool” I use, too. I have hunks of wood dowel I put a handle on. Just tell me how big your channel is now and how big you want it to end up. I have different sized dowels.
Josh

Okay ,here it comes

 

[muleman69]

I have a set of the gunline tools and they are a great improvement over sandpaper.

https://www.brownells.com/gunsmith-...tting-tools/barrel-bedding-tool-prod6796.aspx

Some nice tools for sure but I have only one to do. Thanks

 

[Bc'z]

Some nice tools for sure but I have only one to do. Thanks

I got sandpaper by the foot different grits
80 through 320.
Paint store in Medford, Industrial Finishes
will sell job packs and single sheets also.

 

[joshb]

I got sandpaper by the foot different grits
80 through 320.
Paint store in Medford, Industrial Finishes
will sell job packs and single sheets also.

?????Where’s the 400,500,600,800,1000 and 1200????

 

[joshb]

I just opened this stock up for a heavy Varmint Rock Creek. I started with 80 grit and finished with 400, just because I’m a bit of a perfectionist. It only took an hour.

 

[Bc'z]

?????Where’s the 400,500,600,800,1000 and 1200????

I dont use 400 as 320 machine is equivalent to 500 by hand, 600 is a waste of time and money. I use 800 to remove paint imperfections" if I have any" as my gun finish is the "shiz nit"
1000 grit agian a waste of time and money.
1200 I really like Maguire's it cuts like 3m's 1000, but has a more uniform grit than 3m.
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