Gunsmith Service Needed

[Kidster]

I have a Howa 1500 that I would like to get the barrel threaded but I heard that the barrels are pressed so tight that removing it might damage it. Does anyone know of a gunsmith that has a lathe that can thread a barrel with the action attached? Local shops around Ontario would be preferred but any suggestion would be appreciated.

[Nicoman]

You may want to hit up Roccobro if he cant help he can probably point you to someone that can

[Kidster]

Thanks for the tip Nicoman

[kcstott]

Howa barrels are not "pressed" in they are threaded on just like the Weatherby Vanguard they are a copy of.

If you can't get it done in your area Bring it down here.

[baih777]

Call ammo bros.

[Kidster]

KCScott, you are correct and I miss spoke. They are threaded, but heard they are very tight and difficult to remove. SD would be a bit of a drive for me, but thanks.

[Coyotegunner]

I use a real good guy out of Rialto.PM me and I will provide his number.I just got a couple back with muzzle brakes installed.Charge for tactical brake,threading/fitting/timing($125)complete.The barrel has to be minimum 19".Compared to guys in my area wanting $125 plus the cost of the brake.They have to pull the barrel off the receiver. What a difference it made.Note:He will not do a AR barrel unless it is only the barrel without the receiver attached.