1/2x28 Barrel 'extension'

[Blackstuff]

Hello all,

Just wondering if anyone is aware of a UK based company that could supply me with a small 1/2x28 male, 1/2x28 female barrel 'extension'. These are commonly available as thread adapters, usually in 1/2x28 to 1/2x20 or vice versa and other threads, example;

https://www.ant-supplies.uk/barrel-muzz ... pters.html

Unfortunately I can't find anywhere in the UK that sells the version I want, which I need to provide clearance between a handguard and sound moderator. Obviously a decent machining shop could make one but as a one off it would be prohibitively expensive for something that shouldn't be more than £15-30 depending on the material used. Its just for a .22lr rifle so no need for people to get excited about the pressure etc 'issues'.

I have contemplated ordering both of the thread adaptors to do the job but it would look terrible and likely require me to semi-permanently attach them to prevent them backing off from each other.

I've emailed Wildcat Modertors, Viking Arms and Valkyrie Arms and I'm awaiting a reply.

In the meantime, has anyone got any ideas?

[Pinguino]

Try Wildcat Moderators - they make barrel extensions if thier over-barrel mods foul on long handguard

[Daryll]

Talk to Alpha 1 if hes still on the forum... he made one to convert from 1/2x28 to 1/2x20, to my specs.. he should be able to make one for you...

[Alpha1]

I might have one. I made a few of these in different sizes. I just need to find the box I stored them in. I have just had a new workshop built and I am in the proces of sorting out the electrics. The lathes have been moved into the new shop. Everything else is in boxes at the moment and a bit of a mess. Once the electrics are sorted in about a week I can start making stuff again.

[TattooedGun]

Sounds like something Wildcat have helped others with before now, too. I expect you'll probably head back from them.

[Blackstuff]

WIldcat will no longer produce them unfortunately.

Alpha1 - If you could have a rake around to see if you have one it would be appreciated

[Alpha1]

The machines are up and running I have some orders to catch up on that will take the rest of the week. I am shooting at the week end.
Whats it for exactly if you could pm me some measurements how long does it have to be etc. I would be able to give you better idea if it can be done.

[Alpha1]

In the shop to night realized yes the machines are working but the lights have not been connected machining dosnt work in the dark. Hmmm

[Blackstuff]

I may have sorted one, but if it falls through I'll be back in touch

[Alpha1]

Gettin back to normal slowly in the work shops. I found a bag in one of the boxes with some barrel extensions in it not sure of the sizes I will have to check. But not an issue it takes an hour may be two to make one depending on coffee breaks.