I had my first one converted to 50 cal using a BMG M-2 barrel. It was done by Prairie gun works in Wpg, who are now busy building Canadas new sniper rifles.
Cost back then was $500, and they mentioned they would not do another for that price. I didn't even dare ask them this time cause they are swamped with the work on the govt contract.
This Boys came with a demilled barrel on it, and a Kreiger barrel blank in 50 BMG. I took it to a gunsmith in Alberta who charged me $700 to machine it and testfire it. Only thing that I don't like on it now is that the barrel is not tapered like the origional. I am planing on getting this done at some point.
That 30 number includes those that are in either 50 or in 55 cals.
Price for the rifle itself can run anywhere from $3500 to $7000 here in Canada. The US will run similar prices, (I have even seen some now listed at 10K) but they have stopped any exports of these to non-police or military, so that avenue is closed as well.
My advise to any Cdn looking for one of these: When you see one for sale, don't ask too many questions. The only words out of your mouth should be "I'll take it".
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