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Henry Mero

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October 30, 2024 - 7:31 pm

Will a 1890 2nd. model 24 3/8″ takedown barrel fit to a 1st model solid frame.

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October 30, 2024 - 7:33 pm

Yes, it will. It will also index correctly.

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October 30, 2024 - 8:10 pm

OK Thank You. Is there a down side?

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October 30, 2024 - 8:25 pm

Just trying to find one. It will have to be a clean up barrel.

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October 31, 2024 - 12:19 am

I have a couple 2nd models with really good 24 3/8 barrels and one with a poor receiver and stocks, and I am looking at a 1st model that has had the barrel shortened so it may be worth making the change if it’s doable.

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October 31, 2024 - 3:33 am

Henry Mero said
OK Thank You. Is there a down side?

Make sure the lettering is the same on both barrels, if it’s not it’s a waste of time as it’s an easy spot for not being correct. If you don’t have a copy of Ned Schwings book on the 1890-1906 rifles, it’s a great investment if you are going to collect 90’s. The 90’s went through lots of changes during the entire production run.