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Barrel Liner Drills - Barrel Liner Drill, .22 Liner, .315'''' (8mm)

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Special Deep-hole

Drill for installing barrel liners

Precision Tool

For gunsmiths and firearm enthusiasts

Barrel Repair

Relining projects

Hi-speed Steel

Construction

15-inch Overall

Length

$169.99
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SKU: 361504000

Overview

This drill is intended for barrel repair and relining work where a precise, straight bore is needed for liner installation. It is suited to gunsmiths and firearm owners restoring vintage or worn firearms, especially when the goal is to fit a barrel liner cleanly and consistently. The tool is specified for barrels up to 25 inches in length and includes a 1-inch pilot, with the listed .22 liner size among the available options. As a specialized shop tool, it is focused on controlled fitting work rather than general-purpose drilling.

Why Hunters Choose the Brownells

Precision Tool

For barrel repair and relining

Special Deep-hole

Drill designed for installing barrel

Engineered Exact

Tolerances for a uniform, straight

Suitable Barrels

Up to 25 inches in

Hi-speed Steel

Construction for repeated shop use

Key Features

  • Special deep-hole drill for installing barrel liners
  • Precision tool for gunsmiths and firearm enthusiasts
  • Designed for barrel repair and relining projects
  • Hi-speed steel construction
  • 15-inch overall length
  • Handles barrels up to 25 inches maximum

Best Used For

  • Gunsmiths installing barrel liners during barrel repair or relining projects
  • Owners restoring vintage or worn firearms with a precise liner fit
  • Shop users needing a deep-hole drill for barrels up to 25 inches
  • Firearm enthusiasts working on caliber-specific liner installation tasks
  • Users seeking a dedicated Brownells tool for uniform, straight bores

Specifications

MaterialHi-Speed steel
Maximum Barrel Length25" (63.5cm)
Overall Length15" (38.1cm)
Pilot Diameter 220.216" (5.5mm)
Pilot Diameter 25 200.247" (6.8mm)
Pilot Diameter 38 400.391" (9.9mm)
Pilot Diameter 44 400.419" (10.6mm)
Pilot Length1" (2.5cm)
Spec NameValue

Pros

  • Precision tool for barrel repair and relining projects
  • Special deep-hole drill designed for installing barrel liners
  • Engineered to exact tolerances for a uniform, straight bore
  • Suitable for barrels up to 25 inches in length
  • Hi-speed steel construction for repeated shop use
  • Pilot dimensions listed for multiple liner sizes

Considerations & Trade-offs

  • Designed for barrel relining work rather than general-purpose drilling, so it’s a specialized tool for a narrow gunsmithing task.
  • The listed barrel-length capacity is up to 25", which may not suit longer barrels or projects outside that range.
  • Pilot dimensions are specific to the supported liner sizes, so compatibility needs to be checked carefully before purchase.
  • The product is sold as a precision drill, so it’s best suited to users with the tools and experience needed for barrel repair and relining projects.

Suggested Comparisons

  • Barrel relining tools
  • Gunsmithing drill bits
  • Firearm repair and restoration tools
  • Deep-hole drilling tools

Suggested Accessories

  • Barrel liner installation tools
  • Gunsmithing vise or barrel holding fixture
  • Cutting oil or drilling lubricant
  • Deburring tool

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this drill used for?

It is a special deep-hole drill for installing barrel liners during barrel repair and relining work.

Which barrel liner sizes does this drill support?

The listed pilot diameters are .22/.216", .25-20/.247", .38-40/.391", and .44-40/.419".

What material is the drill made from?

The specifications list hi-speed steel.

What are the listed dimensions and capacity?

The drill is listed at 15" overall length, with a 1" pilot length, and it handles barrels up to 25" in length maximum.

Is this a general-purpose drill for hunting rifles?

No. The product data identifies it as a precision tool for gunsmiths and firearm enthusiasts working on barrel repair and relining projects.