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byates
byates
Caliber conversion by changing barrels
Dec 12 2009, 11:27 PM EST | Post edited: Dec 12 2009, 11:27 PM EST
With most pistols it is easy to change barrels and calibers. Here are a couple of online dealers for conversion barrels
http://www.handgundirect.com/items-6373_Handgun_Barrels.aspx
http://www.lonewolfdist.com/Products.aspx?CAT=241

Stopping power chart for those interested
http://www.everydaynodaysoff.com/2009/12/08/stopping-power-of-body-armor-diagram/ Do you find this valuable?    
John_234
John_234
1. RE: Caliber conversion by changing barrels
Dec 13 2009, 3:18 AM EST | Post edited: Dec 13 2009, 3:19 AM EST
Interesting thing to note: after a calibre change, even if you have a round that is mostly the same size as the round you used before, you'll often have to use spacers, or different magazines altogether.

This is mostly due to length of the round, which can partially be solved by seating differently. It's also an issue for bottlenecked rounds.

Example, 10mm Auto to .40 S&W, or 9mm Para to .40 S&W. Do you find this valuable?    

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