Rebarrel 338 Lapua Sako TRG-42

[Big338]

Ok, so my next project is to re-barrel my 338 Lapua Sako TRG-42. I have one of the older ones with the 12 twist and want to rebarrel with a nice 10 twist match grade barrel. I've been looking at Krieger and Lilja barrels. I have a gun smith that will do the work, however he hasn't ever re-barreled a TRG before. My question for the forum is has anyone here re-barreled a TRG-42 before? Most importantly, What barrel, contour, and length did they go with? Any other tips about re-barreling this rifle?

BTW, I also have a stock Sako muzzle brake that I want to reuse on the new barrel.

 

[Zak Smith]

My shooting partner Ray recently had his original barrel replaced with a new one. I believe it was a straightforward job, just remember that if you use the TRG bipod your maximum barrel OD will be limited by it.

 

[Sunray]

"...hasn't ever re-barreled a TRG before..." He have the action wrench?

 

[Big338]

OK, so my gunsmith says he has the action wrench for the Sako TRG-42 and the 338 Lapua reamers. I ordered a SS 1.250 straight Krieger barrel in a 10 twist. I'm assuming 1.250 is enough for the tendon but I'm thinking we will want to turn down the rest of the barrel. I'm afraid a straight 1.250 will be too heavy for this action. Any comment on how heavy I could/should keep this barrel? Its going to be 29 inches finished.

 

[Zak Smith]

Make sure it clears the bipod if you use the SAKO bipod.