Remove the forearm, open the bolt, and see if you can unscrew the barrel. Bolt has to be open for that, otherwise the barrel is locked in place.
Don't use the forearm to help turn it even if there is a lug to do it, too much force on that can crack the wood. Just see if you can unscrew it by hand.
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