Grip Frame Thoughts.

[Colt25]

Hey everyone! I've been thinking about making a 1377 plinker, but have it almost like a trainer for my target rifles. Will have a tippmann 98 stock, pump grip with rail for a sling stop or palm rest, peep sights, etc.

My question is, can I modify my .22 steel breech and bolt to .177? And I'm looking for an aftermarket grip frame that can take AR series grips (to have a match grip with thumb rest), like the crosmods one. But if I can find one cheaper that would be great!

Thanks!

[Davio]

Your breech is fine as is.  You will just need a new probe.  Your existing handle is good, too.  And of course a barrel to change caliber.
Check out Blue Fork designs (also a forum brother) for the AR style frame that will work with your parts. 

And if you end up needing one of the shorter grip bolts and lock washer that the AR grips will require in the above mentioned frame, just holler and I will send you one.   

[Colt25]

Your breech is fine as is.  You will just need a new probe.  Your existing handle is good, too.  And of course a barrel to change caliber.
Check out Blue Fork designs (also a forum brother) for the AR style frame that will work with your parts. 

And if you end up needing one of the shorter grip bolts and lock washer that the AR grips will require in the above mentioned frame, just holler and I will send you one.   

I'll check blue fork. I'm sure I can scrounge up a grip bolt, but thank you for the offer 

Is there anyway to convert the .22 bolt handle to .177? I already have narrowed the probe. 

[Bill L.]

They use the same bolt handle

[Colt25]

No bashing on BlueFork, but I prefer the look of the Crosmods one better, and I imagine the flat and wider trigger would be nice since I'm going for that match rifle feel. Although I'm not going to be anywhere near a FWB 700 it'll still be a fun plinker.