March 8, 2024, 10:10 PM | #1 |
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Is this Doable ?
I want to convert a Rem 700ml, original model, not the ultimate model,
to use 209 primers. Can't I mill a new breech plug with the same perimeters of the #11 plug but with a pocket for the 209 primers? Wouldn't that work to replace the #11 plug? And would it work without additional alteration? Has anyone done this before? Or would I "have to" buy the aftermarket 209 conversion kit? Thanks |
March 9, 2024, 09:18 PM | #2 |
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I suspect buying the aftermarket kit will be less expensive and less of a headache than milling a new breach plug. This is without doing any research in the matter. That unless you have a lathe yourself.
Edit: OK I just did about 5 minutes worth of reading to understand the design and it sounds like the main reason to convert to 209 primers is end the "blowback" from fouling the action. This requires a replacement bolt nose in addition to the breech plug.
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March 11, 2024, 08:56 PM | #3 |
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I appreciate the info, I've also read a "lot" on it. But was wondering how T/C Encores get around it?
T/C Encores do not use a bolt nose to prevent the blowback. So that's why I was thinking I could turn a new breech plug for 209 primers. I have a friend with a cnc machine so that's not the problem, but there's got to be something else that I'm missing on it? IF and I say if lightly, but if the bolt holds the primer in place tightly and doesn't "give" during the shot, there should only be a minimum amount of blowback getting around the primer, such as with current Encore, CVC muzzleloaders. Or so you'd think. I guess it's going to be a trial-and-error thing for a while. Not that it matters that much to accept the way it is, but more like, there's got to be a better way. But I guess if it was that easy, then that would be the cure for it, and apparently it isn't the case. |
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According to this article the 700ML should come with a convertible breech plug, so what you want to do is certainly doable. However, take note of the summation toward the end:
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