OKLAHOMA, Rebarrel M98 cost?

[jon lynn]

With the help of our HC friend Gil Martin, I will be the owner of a 98er ready to convert, one piece per pay day. With Gil’s guidance I already selected a barrel (24” .308), and have plans for a new trigger (Timney), base, and stock (Boyd’s JRS or Fajen synthetic), all the things we do with Mauser actions.

But gunsmiths here in Oklahoma vary in skill, price, and sadly availability. I have a few guys I am checking with, but some of the prices leave me shocked. One in Moore, charges $80 just to use his FFL services! But I found gun dealer in McAlester, who wants a more reasonable price of $20.

I am wondering if any of my fellow Oklahomans can recommend a gunsmith, either in the Norman/OKC area, or McAlester area (preferred). One who is not going to use me to pay his kids tuition to OU or OSU. I am seeking the fair price for: Bluing, Installing and gauging the barrel. I haven’t a clue what a decent price would be. I am not looking for the services to be free, but really, $80 for FFL?

As for the installing of the Warne Maxima bases for unaltered 98 large ring. One guy quoted me $26 per drill & tap (tax not included) is it really $104 for four holes?