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Scorch · March 21, 2011, 12:17 AM

To answer the OPs question, yes, you can rebarrel a 742. The question I would ask is "why bother?". Rebarreling a gas-operated semi auto will cost you about $400-$500, assuming you could find someone to take on the project. You could find a used Model 4 or a 7400 for less, and have a newer gun with fewer worn out parts.

BTW, the issue is probably excessive headspace, 742s are notorious for "growing" chambers.

March 21, 2011, 12:17 AM	#5
Scorch Senior Member Join Date: February 13, 2006 Location: Washington state Posts: 15,248	To answer the OPs question, yes, you can rebarrel a 742. The question I would ask is "why bother?". Rebarreling a gas-operated semi auto will cost you about $400-$500, assuming you could find someone to take on the project. You could find a used Model 4 or a 7400 for less, and have a newer gun with fewer worn out parts. BTW, the issue is probably excessive headspace, 742s are notorious for "growing" chambers. __________________ Never try to educate someone who resists knowledge at all costs. But what do I know? Summit Arms Services