Thread a .708" OD barrel?

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I have a 7.62x39 rifle with a .708" OD barrel. I would like to thread it to rcv various AK or AR muzzle devices....AK preferred. Is there a die available for this OD...24mm RH preferred. I have several different stocks but would need a bore guide.
 
no lathe

Well I don't have a lathe available...if I did I would mill the barrel to a standard size and buy or rent a kit. I'd like to try and thread it myself to start the learning curve...always wanted to try. I stay with the tried and true for life on the line, SHTF pieces...this isn't one of them.
 
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Sir;
I think there are dies made for this. However, your muzzle must corespond to the "major diameter" of the thread selected.
Getting that die started straight is important - a square, or die stock with a centering device would work also.
The barrel must go through the headstock of the lathe to thread it properly.
Harry B.
 
Your barrel is smaller than 18mm, hard to get 24mm threads. I agree with brickeyee, threading a barrel without a lathe is almost impossible to get proper alignment.

If you want to learn more about machining buy a Machinist Handbook. Practice on scrap so you don't make scrap out of you barrel.

When I thread barrels I do not put then through the headstock. I use a plug for the breach and muzzle and run it between centers.
 
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