Stevens 520 issue (1st post)

[dogfoot]

Is it possible to weld two inches back on the end of cut off barrel?

Thanks --- Kent

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[browningautorifle]

No. Not possible.

[WarPig1976]

Does this question have a story behind it? I only ask because I assume you have the 2" piece.

[dogfoot]

No story. I bought it like this and just trying to save it.
I found a piece of barrel I can use for the repair.
I think if I find a local gunsmith he can make a male/female cut and then silver solder the repair piece back on.
It shouldn't be much different than a choke install.

Dog

[WarPig1976]

Like browningautorifle said,.....no,not possible. You can get it rebarreled not rewelded,if it was that easy guys would JB weld Bubba specials back together and cut out the middle man.

[sovblocgunfan]

I would think that welding on that thin barrel wall would be prone to warpage. Even if successful I would not trust the barrel. Silver solder or brazing? Nope.

Replacement is warranted. Find another barrel that is already cut down or has damage or something.

[dogfoot]

Anyone have a barrel (20" or longer) for sale?

thanks --- Kent

[browningautorifle]

You could post on the WTB forum and you'll probably get EXACTLY what you need...

[dogfoot]

Thanks - I posted on the WTB section .

Kent

[vintage hunter]

FWIW,The repair method described in post 4 is possible and it will work IF the person doing the fix knows what they doing. I've seen it done.