Carcano needs help (and so do I!!)

StressPuppy · October 13, 2003, 06:51

I am starting to get the C&R bolt action bug (already have a Russian M44 and a Swiss K31) and there seem to be many knowledge people here, so I thought one place to get info for my FAL and my C&Rs is a GOOD thing!!!

I got a Carcano knowing it had a loose barrel. I figured it would be pretty easy to tighten up the barrel. But when I got the rifle, I found that the barrel only has one "flat" on the chamber end, so no good way to put a wrench on it.

Does anyone have any good ideas on how to tighten the barrel, time it correctly and then check the headspace? 6.5 Carcano headspace gauges seem to be like a needle in a haystack.

Also any specific tools I might need? Any tools that would be good as generic tools for bolt action rifles? I have the basics (gunsmith screwdriver set, dial caliper, monster bench vise mounted to the bench, punches, etc)

Thanks!

RufusG · October 13, 2003, 10:12

Good luck finding headspace gauges. I looked for a while with no luck. Sorry couldn't be more helpful.

StressPuppy · October 13, 2003, 12:37

I found a place that has "adjustable" headspace gauges. They make 4 different ones that you can adjust the length using a good caliper (dial or digital) and then lock it in (I guess) so it will work. Sounds need, but I don't know how much it costs. If I find more, I'll let you know.

Universal Headspace Gauge

Any idea on how to tighten the barrel/receiver?

**Story** · October 13, 2003, 17:11

Places to look for answers.

http://attila.stevens-tech.edu/~glibera1/carcano/

http://www.gunboards.com/forums/forum.asp?FORUM_ID=17

October 13, 2003, 06:51	#1
StressPuppy Registered User FALaholic #: 10312 Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Richmond VA Posts: 218	Carcano needs help (and so do I!!) I am starting to get the C&R bolt action bug (already have a Russian M44 and a Swiss K31) and there seem to be many knowledge people here, so I thought one place to get info for my FAL and my C&Rs is a GOOD thing!!! I got a Carcano knowing it had a loose barrel. I figured it would be pretty easy to tighten up the barrel. But when I got the rifle, I found that the barrel only has one "flat" on the chamber end, so no good way to put a wrench on it. Does anyone have any good ideas on how to tighten the barrel, time it correctly and then check the headspace? 6.5 Carcano headspace gauges seem to be like a needle in a haystack. Also any specific tools I might need? Any tools that would be good as generic tools for bolt action rifles? I have the basics (gunsmith screwdriver set, dial caliper, monster bench vise mounted to the bench, punches, etc) Thanks!

October 13, 2003, 10:12	#2
RufusG Registered FALaholic #: 2881 Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: PA Posts: 177	Good luck finding headspace gauges. I looked for a while with no luck. Sorry couldn't be more helpful. __________________ RufusG

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October 13, 2003, 12:37	#3
StressPuppy Registered User FALaholic #: 10312 Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Richmond VA Posts: 218	I found a place that has "adjustable" headspace gauges. They make 4 different ones that you can adjust the length using a good caliper (dial or digital) and then lock it in (I guess) so it will work. Sounds need, but I don't know how much it costs. If I find more, I'll let you know. Universal Headspace Gauge Any idea on how to tighten the barrel/receiver?

October 13, 2003, 17:11	#4
Story Old Fart Silver Contributor FALaholic #: 7638 Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Right here Posts: 5,205	Places to look for answers. http://attila.stevens-tech.edu/~glibera1/carcano/ http://www.gunboards.com/forums/forum.asp?FORUM_ID=17