Winchester problem.

[bobg]

I've had several of those and they are easy to fix. If the barrel is 1/4" from index when hand tightened, a wrench will pull it in. If its a 1/4" out when tightened with a wrench, then put the barrel in a lathe and turn a couple of thousands off the shoulder . That should bring it in. You can calculate the exact amount if you know the barrel shank threads. The skirt will probably be okay for that small of an amount, but it can be shortened with a stone, file, or dremel tool if necessary. Do not try to shorten it with the lathe. Its to thin and will break. Be sure to check headspace afterwards.