SAFN Barrel Swap is it easy?

[albayo]

I was wondering if it would be a tough job to change barrels on a SAFN 49 from 8mm to 7mm. I have a VG to exc barrel for a SAFN 49 in 7mm and am thinking of having an 8mm model changed to my favorite cal.

 

[maple_leaf_eh]

I happened upon an unused, undrilled, uninstalled SAFN barrel reportedly in 30-06. If I find an SAFN, I have more 30-06 ammo than anything else. There are two fittings on the barrel besides a threaded muzzle nut, a band that attaches with a small cross pin and the gas block. You will need to figure out how to get that off first.

The next problem MIGHT be adjusting the headspace. The bolt headspaces off a cross pin that goes side to side near the back of the magazine well. If the bolt closes properly, you're all set otherwise I don't know what you'll do.