[HJA8]

Just a note of caution for anyone contemplating a re-barrel project.
When we replaced the barrel on the Mark 11G, the bolt face was trued as part of the receiver threading process and headspace set to a minimum.
By design, the firing pin has that raised portion on the nose which I assume is to prevent chamber rim damage if dry fired.
I have noticed a VERY faint impression where the F.P. has been making contact with the barrel - Too shallow to photograph clearly and no damage done.
I re-profiled the F.P. nose and there is clearance now.
Ignition is very positive since the re-build and I'm not anticipating any mis fires.
I phoned Savage Arms in the U.S. to order some spares the other night. First time I've done this - Great customer service and my order was processed with a minimum of fuss. Thank-You, Savage.
Cheers,
Allan.
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[HJA8]

The barrel is an Australian match grade MADDCO - Chamber cut with a Calfee No. 1 reamer.
I have the Savage Gunsmithing striker springs here but haven't tried one yet.
This build was done as a present for my little wife and was intended to be just a plinker.
The accuracy potential of this rifle has been an eye opener for me as demonstated from targets I've previously posted here. The trigger is the limiting factor. My wife does not like the Accu-trigger. I fitted the Rifle Basix SAV-RAT but still think I can come up with something better.
I'm trying to locate a couple of spare pull weight springs for the accu-trigger before I start cutting coils in case I make a mistake
This is a great little off hand rifle so if I can get a decent trigger break around 16 ozs. I'll be happy.