so here is my dilema, opinions please

[joejo]

Originally Posted by J E Custom

Have you though about the WSMs ?

They will fit in the short actions Even the Mod 7 and 673 Remington's

The 7 WSM will push a 140 gr bullet over 3300 ft/sec.

Case capacity is + or - 70 grains of powder depending on type.

0f the 4 WSMs (270,7mm,300 and 325) I like the 7 WSM the best and in a light
weight rifle it is a great package.

Just something to think about.

J E CUSTOM

i have thought about the short mags but haven't really been a fan. just my opinion. thanks for the input though

[fj40mojo]

I'd go with the Ackleyized .260, it's gonna be very close to you Swede in performance.

The Case for .260 Remington: A Better Cartridge For Practical Long-Range Shooting

http://www.6mmbr.com/gunweek046.html

[trebark]

Originally Posted by joejo

To elaborate a bit on what i want:


6.5mm


short action ( bc if i want to change caliber back to my favorite,(22-250)
i won't need another action

.3's to low .4's at 100 yards, and be more than capable of shooting 1000 yards accurately. i am not a benchrest guy but i want to compete in the local groundhog matches.

prefer something that i can buy quality brass for without the need to reform

able to push a 130 berger at 3000 fps

Easy....6.5x55 Swede

It will easily push the 130VLD at 3000+ (my 260 shoots 140VLD at 3019).

The 6.5mm also has accuracy potential to shoot .4 or better (my 260 shoots .25)

Also, you can get the BEST brass....Lapua...in 6.5x55 Swede

http://www.sinclairintl.com/.aspx/pi...wedish__100_ct

[RockyMtnMT]

The 6.5x47 Lap will do everything you want, and you won't want to change back.

Steve

[loaders_loft]

For the swede you will need a long action. If you want a short action then do a 26" 260 Or a 6.5x47 or 6.5 creedemore long barrel (28 +). But if you are going with a long action then do a 6.5x284norma or 6.5-06. Too many choices?

[trueblue]

I will have to agree with RockyMtnMT on both of his posts.
If 3000fps with the 130gr VLD is your goal, then the 6.5x47 Lapua is a great choice,but you can't go wrong with any 6.5 as far as I am concerned.
I would not be worried about LA or SA as far as rebarreling later, just build the rifle you want. You will get plenty of barrel life out of a 6.5, and when it's time to rebarrel you may have change your mind on things completely..

[joejo]

Originally Posted by trueblue

I will have to agree with RockyMtnMT on both of his posts.
If 3000fps with the 130gr VLD is your goal, then the 6.5x47 Lapua is a great choice,but you can't go wrong with any 6.5 as far as I am concerned.
I would not be worried about LA or SA as far as rebarreling later, just build the rifle you want. You will get plenty of barrel life out of a 6.5, and when it's time to rebarrel you may have change your mind on things completely..

i just seem to have an undying love for the 22-250, so i am afraid of a long action because if i ever rebarrel it, will prob be to go back to the 22-250.