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the jigger · September 25, 2012, 09:10 AM

I am not familiar with the XS7 or McGowan. However I have done essentially the same thing with the Stevens 200 action. I generally search the "used" racks to find the cheapest rifle I can and go from there. I have used E.R. Shaw, Shilen,
Douglas, and take-off barrels. Using this method I now have Savage bolt rifles in:
220Swift Varmint
243Win Varmint
250 Savage Sporter
250 Ackley Sporter
257 Roberts Sporter
Your idea is excellent if Marlin is what you want and is not chambered in 260.

September 25, 2012, 09:10 AM	#2
the jigger Member Join Date: May 26, 2012 Location: Central Florida Posts: 78	Barrel switch? I am not familiar with the XS7 or McGowan. However I have done essentially the same thing with the Stevens 200 action. I generally search the "used" racks to find the cheapest rifle I can and go from there. I have used E.R. Shaw, Shilen, Douglas, and take-off barrels. Using this method I now have Savage bolt rifles in: 220Swift Varmint 243Win Varmint 250 Savage Sporter 250 Ackley Sporter 257 Roberts Sporter Your idea is excellent if Marlin is what you want and is not chambered in 260. __________________ GOOD LUCK and GOOD SHOOTING!!! If you're gonna get old you better be tough;Gettin' old ain't for sissies!!