forend stock takedown screw size is different. Help.

[Gottmituns]

I have a model 8 in 30. I just bought a spare (fully functional) barrel assembly with everything (except the forend stock and takedown screw) for a model 81 in 30 Remington.
Well all is dandy, but my original model 8 takedown swivel screw is narrower than the thread size of the mount came with the model 81.
Any pointers?

[81police]

Hey Gottmituns,

I don't really have any pointers other than to say that the forearms of 8's and 81's are not interchangeable. You will need to purchase a Model 81 forearm and accompanying screw in order to get wood on that barrel assembly.

Here's some forearms (new reproductions & used) and a forearm screw for an 81...

CBR reproduction 81 forearm (very NICE)
http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewIt ... =488431854

used 81 forearm (extra hole in wood)
http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewIt ... =487656509

(used 81 forearm screw)
http://www.gunbroker.com/Auction/ViewIt ... =487658292

[Gottmituns]

Thank you 81police.
What a shame. Thank you for the insight.

[Sarge756]

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Joe