I built a 50 before I retired. You are right it’s a major undertaking to get it finished. Measure a lot and cut once. At least you know how to go about it next time. Great work!
I use a mini lathe for doing small metal work. Even soft aluminum is a pain to use a parting tool with it. Chatter and part breakage is a serious issue. I am glad you mentioned it. I also got a good laugh about my epic fails with parting tools =)
I built something similar 5 years ago using a Bat EX action with a 42" x 2" Lilja barrel , "Talbot" reamer, Flavio Fare trigger and McMillan Super 50BR stock. Good to see someone showing the details you do as there's not much online relating to the BMG.
One of the biggest problems I had when screwing with my 50 WAS lack of info. But you can get some pretty good accuracy out of a bolt action 50 if you take the time to tinker with them. Reloading for them brings a whole new round of issues to deal with. But it is worth it.
I love these videos. Being in the racing engine building industry and using all of this tooling on a daily basis really makes me want to buy the reamers and modify some tooling to do this on the side. Already used to precision measurements to make engines live so I’d like to try my hand at this stuff
looking forward to the build. Just purchased my third cadex rifle myself. This one is the cdx-40 375 cheytac 32' barrel 1/10 twist. Found out that the desert tech 352 grain ammo is a little challenging when it comes to chambering but cadex is working with me to resolve that issue. My two other cadex rifles are the cadex Tremor 50 bmg (artic white and desert tan) Both are spot on and massive without a single hiccup...... I'll stay tuned to your build and look forward to 375 cheytac build afterwards...FYI The hornady 750 grain amax is the most accurate 50bmg ammo bar none
Lookout Paul Phillips, here comes Gavin! 😁 I built one of the Grizzly Big Bore rifles back in the 90's from some plans from the OEM. It was a fun build. It's the shell holder type action. I want to say I got the reamer from LGS, I think that's right anyway. It's fun to shoot for sure. Really enjoying this build you have going and I can't wait to see the final product. Great work as always.
You are now on your way to thinking and working with metric....Good luck a bunch of calibers and cartridges are immediately available to you....keep up the good work
Love your work! And from now on, i am going to pay extra attention to your videos, as i am swithing eduacations, to become a gunsmith myself, here in Denmark. Can you do a video on bedding a rifle? I have a Bergara B14 HMR, that i am thinking about bedding.
The recoil lug on the big Bats are bolt on lugs that are on the bottom of the action! On my CT action, it is a 1/2"×1" piece that sticks down into the chassis about 5/8"!
It's getting better and better,you are such an engineer👍...when this is finished you can really be proud of what you created. I have to ask though...i understand that cerakote will give it more protection....but its stainless,it is so beautyfull....are you sure you want to cerakote this masterpiece? Greetings from the Netherlands.
Nice Build👍 but for serious ELR work ,416 barrett or 460 Steyr. Paul Phillips prefers the 416 barrett. I personally like 460 Steyr better, 650 grains at 3200 fps, if you push those hard. Greetings from Europe
Great video. Hi Gavin. I have a question off subject. After annealing bottle neck cases, should I let the cases relax for a couple of hours before full length resizing? Thanks for all you do for the shooting community. Andrew Thatcher.
If you were to weigh and resize the ball bullets you pulled, measure the powder out for each, and trim the cases, how accurate could you make the ball ammo?
What's the honest truth?... Would you be able to get the same perfect results on your smaller precision Mathews lathe, or does a project of this size need to be done on a bigger lathe to get this quality of a finished product?
The results are down to rigidity and what the tradesperson accepts. The only real restriction on a job of this size is the spindle bore diameter in relation to the barrel...if you choose to hold it through the headstock. In fact, if he can use the smaller lathe with it's narrower headstock and without that ridiculously huge chuck, he wouldn't need to make an extension for the barrel to be able to hold it properly on the outboard side. Keep in mind that he is sponsored by PM (and others) to promote the machines 😉
I would like to hear Gavin's comment on this as well. I can tell you from personal experience, that I may be able to do as good of a job on a smaller, cheaper lathe - but it certainly requires more time, and finesse to do it. Even Gavin's big lathe is light duty by my standards. I have similar size machines - but they weigh another 1500 lbs more. The extra weight is in the bed, the carriage and the tailstock. For chamber reaming large chambers, the extra weight/rigidity of the larger quill in the tailstock is a huge help.
Gavin, I know you are all about precision and so am I. Have you heard/experienced the bore opening up like here: ruclips.net/video/CUm_YXzJJOU/видео.html . I personally experienced that issue. Material removal at the muzzle end should be as subtle as possible to avoid any problems.
Would have preferred a lot less talking and more of the actual work shown but I guess that's how you do your channel. I'll move on to a better channel that does show it.
I built a 50 before I retired. You are right it’s a major undertaking to get it finished. Measure a lot and cut once. At least you know how to go about it next time. Great work!
I use a mini lathe for doing small metal work. Even soft aluminum is a pain to use a parting tool with it. Chatter and part breakage is a serious issue. I am glad you mentioned it. I also got a good laugh about my epic fails with parting tools =)
I built something similar 5 years ago using a Bat EX action with a 42" x 2" Lilja barrel , "Talbot" reamer, Flavio Fare trigger and McMillan Super 50BR stock. Good to see someone showing the details you do as there's not much online relating to the BMG.
I love this stuff. As a retired toolmaker it sure gives me "the itch."❤
I absolutely love this kind of content RUclips at its best.
Thanks Gavin Gear.
Super stoked to see your custom barrel tooling and also your adapted oversizing work. Can't wait for the next installment.
This man is out of control!
One of the biggest problems I had when screwing with my 50 WAS lack of info. But you can get some pretty good accuracy out of a bolt action 50 if you take the time to tinker with them. Reloading for them brings a whole new round of issues to deal with. But it is worth it.
Your attention to detail, and machining ability is very impressive.
I will probably never build a weapon from scratch, but I’m not going to miss one episode of this build. Love your insight and explanations 👍🏾
Awesome work Gavin! Looking forward to the shooting testing
What kind of groups are you getting Gavin?
I love these videos. Being in the racing engine building industry and using all of this tooling on a daily basis really makes me want to buy the reamers and modify some tooling to do this on the side. Already used to precision measurements to make engines live so I’d like to try my hand at this stuff
Enjoying this build immensely pal. Thank you!
Glad to hear it!
Nice machining work and very well presented and explained.
Thank you very much!
Beautiful, way to go gavin
looking forward to the build. Just purchased my third cadex rifle myself. This one is the cdx-40 375 cheytac 32' barrel 1/10 twist. Found out that the desert tech 352 grain ammo is a little challenging when it comes to chambering but cadex is working with me to resolve that issue. My two other cadex rifles are the cadex Tremor 50 bmg (artic white and desert tan) Both are spot on and massive without a single hiccup...... I'll stay tuned to your build and look forward to 375 cheytac build afterwards...FYI The hornady 750 grain amax is the most accurate 50bmg ammo bar none
I don't believe this only has 300K sub, should have 3mil sub.
I have always wanted to build a 50 BMG
It's all looking good
I really appreciate your content. Keep on bringing it!
Definitely bed the chassis! I didn't bed my ARS chassis to my Bat CT action, and now my action is scratched up. Next chamber job, it will be bedded!
Piece of cake!! 🙄🙄🙄
Great work Gavin!!!
Thanks! 😀
A video on common thread pitches on barrel action for rem 700. Savage, and other common actions?
Good idea!
Love the Bipod XT Great people there ! Just ordering mine up !
Lol, I did the same on my lathe. I only had 0.75" inner bore. Opened it up to 0.90" to fit most barrels.
Lookout Paul Phillips, here comes Gavin! 😁
I built one of the Grizzly Big Bore rifles back in the 90's from some plans from the OEM. It was a fun build. It's the shell holder type action. I want to say I got the reamer from LGS, I think that's right anyway. It's fun to shoot for sure.
Really enjoying this build you have going and I can't wait to see the final product. Great work as always.
Glad you are enjoying it! I'm getting prepared to drink from the firehose of knowledge with Paul! :)
So impressed
Would like to see some details on your barrel flush system…
Really enjoy your videos. I'm pondering a 50 BMG now so curious how this turns out.
All I can say is wow 😲. You truly are a precision rifle builder. Awesome work Gavin👍.
Awesome project and craftsmanship
Great work. Still holding out hope you like the ww2 battleship paintjob idea. Would be sick!
Great job, You're such an inspiration!
Thanks, I appreciate you sharing this info.
That’s beautiful!!!
You are now on your way to thinking and working with metric....Good luck a bunch of calibers and cartridges are immediately available to you....keep up the good work
Hey, I did the same thing 50 BMG but it is an ultra long range and I did it 10 years ago. Make the bullets too.
Love your work! And from now on, i am going to pay extra attention to your videos, as i am swithing eduacations, to become a gunsmith myself, here in Denmark.
Can you do a video on bedding a rifle? I have a Bergara B14 HMR, that i am thinking about bedding.
Great Video … building a 50 rite now …
Great build!👍
Very cool! ELR popular .640 bolt face caliber next like 416 Hellfire would be cool
Stay away from SLAP rounds!
I didn't see a recoil lug. I guess it's there but it was not clear on the video. Fantastic job!
The recoil lug on the big Bats are bolt on lugs that are on the bottom of the action! On my CT action, it is a 1/2"×1" piece that sticks down into the chassis about 5/8"!
It's getting better and better,you are such an engineer👍...when this is finished you can really be proud of what you created.
I have to ask though...i understand that cerakote will give it more protection....but its stainless,it is so beautyfull....are you sure you want to cerakote this masterpiece?
Greetings from the Netherlands.
Nice Build👍 but for serious ELR work ,416 barrett or 460 Steyr. Paul Phillips prefers the 416 barrett. I personally like 460 Steyr better, 650 grains at 3200 fps, if you push those hard. Greetings from Europe
Awesome content..!!!
Have thought about porting your pilot bushing to allow flow?
What Cerakote color you were thinking? Elite Series is the most durable on the Cerakote line.
We went with a special green- stay tuned!
Will you be doing a reloading for .50 bmg video alongside this build? I've just recently picked up my first .50, it's a Steyr HS50 M1
That's one hell of a barrel Gavin...... Awesome job! Where's the tank that goes with it? LOL!!!
:)
Ya it's nice 5obhave equipment
Wow. Just, wow. I can't wait to see the dime get hit by a 750gr Amax from 2000yds out.
So, was it more or less expensive than buying one?
Great video. Hi Gavin. I have a question off subject. After annealing bottle neck cases, should I let the cases relax for a couple of hours before full length resizing? Thanks for all you do for the shooting community.
Andrew Thatcher.
So enjoy watching! All the explanations and details involved. I feel like a caveman watching a theoretical physicist. 😆
Would love a 408 Cheytec from u
This video made me realize that I miss my lathe.😂
If you were to weigh and resize the ball bullets you pulled, measure the powder out for each, and trim the cases, how accurate could you make the ball ammo?
Now that sounds like an interesting story!!!!
what parting tool did you use and will it work on my 1440 lathe
What is the whole weight of this rifle? What's is the whole cost of this project.?
44lb !!!!! Cost- not sure :)
@@Ultimatereloader sounds about right and will be a blast to shoot
@@Zach-vx4qr shooting a 50 cal is not a blast to shoot. After a 20 round string body parts start to hurt.
@@wickedtrutharms57 it's not meant to be a all day shooter just a blow a hole through something and maybe a few more rounds that is it
my buds are loading a 375 in the bmg aussie
Do you know who can make a 1.25-12 Thread to1.0”-14 Thread Adapter for 50 BMG Rifle?
Love it….
What is the reasoning behind cutting an inch or so off the muzzle? Why not just face it? I'm not a machinist so just curious. Good job BTW!!
to size it to his dimensions.
You need to gold plate it!
You dont have to guess which is 1 x 14 and 5/8 x 24.
Why Cheytac instead of a 375 BMG wildcat?
This is all fine and cool but its no Mosin Nagant. .... JK JK JK! THIS IS FREEKING SWEEEEEEEEEEEEEEET!!! 50 BMG massive bolt gun. im drooling
what brand of metal can be used?????
If your setup is good, you don't need a pilot on a 4 or 6 groove barrel. 5R is a different story.
Everything sounds good. Are you going to shoot?
Yes, have already shot it- it is AWESOME. More content coming!
@@Ultimatereloader cannot wait for it
Get some.
Is there a way to contact you? I have a barrel blank and need the exact same work done
Yes! there is a contact form at ultimatereloader.com/rifles - thank you!
Hay yankii 416 barerrt pliz
What's the honest truth?... Would you be able to get the same perfect results on your smaller precision Mathews lathe, or does a project of this size need to be done on a bigger lathe to get this quality of a finished product?
The results are down to rigidity and what the tradesperson accepts.
The only real restriction on a job of this size is the spindle bore diameter in relation to the barrel...if you choose to hold it through the headstock.
In fact, if he can use the smaller lathe with it's narrower headstock and without that ridiculously huge chuck, he wouldn't need to make an extension for the barrel to be able to hold it properly on the outboard side.
Keep in mind that he is sponsored by PM (and others) to promote the machines 😉
I would like to hear Gavin's comment on this as well. I can tell you from personal experience, that I may be able to do as good of a job on a smaller, cheaper lathe - but it certainly requires more time, and finesse to do it.
Even Gavin's big lathe is light duty by my standards. I have similar size machines - but they weigh another 1500 lbs more. The extra weight is in the bed, the carriage and the tailstock. For chamber reaming large chambers, the extra weight/rigidity of the larger quill in the tailstock is a huge help.
@@brucethom4957 you would certainly know mate 😉
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"English units...inches"
Come again brother?
Gavin, I know you are all about precision and so am I. Have you heard/experienced the bore opening up like here: ruclips.net/video/CUm_YXzJJOU/видео.html . I personally experienced that issue. Material removal at the muzzle end should be as subtle as possible to avoid any problems.
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There's definitely nothing "conventional" about a 750gr bullet lol
Would have preferred a lot less talking and more of the actual work shown but I guess that's how you do your channel. I'll move on to a better channel that does show it.
I have a great chalenge/ My mission is to build a 19 Century remington roling block moutain man rifle For 50 bmg
Can you help me ?
I want to do the same. But do a falling block not a roller. It will handle the pressures much better.