Hey all. New here from Michigan. Decided to build a 450 bushmaster bolt gun on a 700 short action. Few questions I am hoping to get some help with. My idea as of now is to go with an 18 or 20 inch heavy barrel (unsure of manufacturer as of now), Timney trigger,and a leupold cds scope. My first task is replacing the junk factory stock with a quality one. I am wanting to convert it from an adl to a detachable box mag.
My first question is in regards to magazines. What detatchable mags will I want to use? Thinking about a hs precision stock already converted to dbm that accepts aics mags. Just a standard 308 mag or will I need to do some smithing on the mags
Second question is about barrels. Is there any disadvantage to using a remage style remington barrel with a savage style lock nut? I am comfortable doing all of the work my own with the exception of the barrel swap. But if a remage style barrel swap is ok I would consider trying it myself.
I'm sure I will have more questions as I get into this project. I plan on making it a winter project. Will plan on reloading for it this spring.