7mm STW Brotherhood - For those who shoot the 7mm Shooting Times Westerner
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Dean2506
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load is 162 amax over RL 25 @ 3300fps. I gave the hog away to a buddy so I didnt see the insides. The bullet didnt exit but the hog never twitched. shot placement was in the neck just forward of the shoulder.
Lefty7mmstw
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Whidden Gunworks Remington 700 Stock Bedding Block Long Action Left
anyone use one of these??
or would a pillar job be better??
I've got a router and access to a drill press so I think it would do-able
It's for my stw-- gotta play it this way or replace the stock-- there aren't many lefty laminates out there and I really don't want to go plastic or glass on a glossy rifle.
anyone use one of these??
or would a pillar job be better??
I've got a router and access to a drill press so I think it would do-able
It's for my stw-- gotta play it this way or replace the stock-- there aren't many lefty laminates out there and I really don't want to go plastic or glass on a glossy rifle.
Big Jake Duke
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I already have a 7STW in a Winchester M70, figured I may rechamber my Rem 700 if is would not be to much work 
may start keeping my eyes peeled for a doner gun in the near future, thanks guys.[/QUOTE]
Here is another idea. I fully understand that it is sacrilege on this forum and I run the risk of being excommunicated by my brethren, but...... since it is a standard action length (2.5" cartridges), there is a way you can get near (I put that in to alleviate the trouble i'll be in for bringing this up), 7STW ballistics from a puny cartridge. You can rebarrel the action to 7mm Dakota.
I know all H-E 2x Toothpicks is going to start flying on this forum because i said the name that cannot be named.
The Dakota will get you where you want to be in a standard sized action. Brass is more expensive, and is also of higher quality than Remington Brass. Your bolt face will have to be opened up and with a longer mag box in your 700 you should be able to seat the bullets out there and give them a proper ride.
I had to do this with the 7mm rem mag Savage LRH 111 I bought because the stinking mag couldn't handle a true cartridges length. So there is always that.....
OK let the berating begin..........
may start keeping my eyes peeled for a doner gun in the near future, thanks guys.[/QUOTE]Here is another idea. I fully understand that it is sacrilege on this forum and I run the risk of being excommunicated by my brethren, but...... since it is a standard action length (2.5" cartridges), there is a way you can get near (I put that in to alleviate the trouble i'll be in for bringing this up), 7STW ballistics from a puny cartridge. You can rebarrel the action to 7mm Dakota.
I know all H-E 2x Toothpicks is going to start flying on this forum because i said the name that cannot be named.
The Dakota will get you where you want to be in a standard sized action. Brass is more expensive, and is also of higher quality than Remington Brass. Your bolt face will have to be opened up and with a longer mag box in your 700 you should be able to seat the bullets out there and give them a proper ride.
I had to do this with the 7mm rem mag Savage LRH 111 I bought because the stinking mag couldn't handle a true cartridges length. So there is always that.....
OK let the berating begin..........
etisll40
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The 7 Dakota is a possibility but I think the short cartridge market seems to be WSM now, and probably here to stay. I still like long action cartridges, stw has it's place, no worry.
Greetings from Norway!
I have read this whole tread with interest, yes all post:-D
Thanks to you guys i'v orderd a sako in 7 mm stw. I'm getting it delivered next week.
It will be fitted with a-tec silencer, IOR 3.5-18*50 ffp mil scope. Just cant wait to try it.
I have read this whole tread with interest, yes all post:-D
Thanks to you guys i'v orderd a sako in 7 mm stw. I'm getting it delivered next week.
It will be fitted with a-tec silencer, IOR 3.5-18*50 ffp mil scope. Just cant wait to try it.
Lefty7mmstw
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I already have a 7STW in a Winchester M70, figured I may rechamber my Rem 700 if is would not be to much work
Here is another idea. I fully understand that it is sacrilege on this forum and I run the risk of being excommunicated by my brethren, but...... since it is a standard action length (2.5" cartridges), there is a way you can get near (I put that in to alleviate the trouble i'll be in for bringing this up), 7STW ballistics from a puny cartridge. You can rebarrel the action to 7mm Dakota.
I know all H-E 2x Toothpicks is going to start flying on this forum because i said the name that cannot be named.
The Dakota will get you where you want to be in a standard sized action. Brass is more expensive, and is also of higher quality than Remington Brass. Your bolt face will have to be opened up and with a longer mag box in your 700 you should be able to seat the bullets out there and give them a proper ride.
I had to do this with the 7mm rem mag Savage LRH 111 I bought because the stinking mag couldn't handle a true cartridges length. So there is always that.....
OK let the berating begin..........[/QUOTE]
I have looked at the 7 dakota, but the wsm's and the 7-300 win are what most people are doing lately.
The Dakota is a viable option especially for someone who wants stw performance and needs a proper headstamp for travel, etc. but doesn't want a la rem or win action. Data is scarce but I have some in my barnes #2 book.
I'm still working on my stw. It's terribly accurate when it wants to be and 3 moa when it wants to be, so I'll be waiting on another 7 for a while. I've got to re-shoot everything I've done too, dang it....
Pillar bedding, bedding block, or stock before I waste any more barrel life.
etisll40
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Sounds like an awesome STW, I love the Sako actions and quality. Welcome...
Lefty7mmstw
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Should be a hoot... Let me know how well the silencer works on this cal. Here in the states you need a permit for a silencer so most people either don't bother or just do pistols.
etisll40
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If it comes from John Whidden I'd assume it's good. He's a phenomenal marksman and started from scratch. I don't think he'd put his name on something that doesn't work and or costs a fortune for shooters.
In Norway there is no restrictions on silencers, and my ears are very pleased with that I have it on my Sauer 200 STR 6,5*55 also and i can shoot
without ear protection and almost all recoil is gone. I'm also thinking about buying an extra barrel(krieger 28-30 inches) and a br stock for use in BR 500 unlimited class. This will be a combined hunting and competition rifle.
But i have to find the good load first for this rifle. I hope for 10-15 mm group 5 shots.
Is this possible in this caliber?
I have it on my Sauer 200 STR 6,5*55 also and i can shoot without ear protection and almost all recoil is gone. I'm also thinking about buying an extra barrel(krieger 28-30 inches) and a br stock for use in BR 500 unlimited class. This will be a combined hunting and competition rifle.
But i have to find the good load first for this rifle. I hope for 10-15 mm group 5 shots.
Is this possible in this caliber?
7stw
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I already have a 7STW in a Winchester M70, figured I may rechamber my Rem 700 if is would not be to much work
Here is another idea. I fully understand that it is sacrilege on this forum and I run the risk of being excommunicated by my brethren, but...... since it is a standard action length (2.5" cartridges), there is a way you can get near (I put that in to alleviate the trouble i'll be in for bringing this up), 7STW ballistics from a puny cartridge. You can rebarrel the action to 7mm Dakota.
I know all H-E 2x Toothpicks is going to start flying on this forum because i said the name that cannot be named.
The Dakota will get you where you want to be in a standard sized action. Brass is more expensive, and is also of higher quality than Remington Brass. Your bolt face will have to be opened up and with a longer mag box in your 700 you should be able to seat the bullets out there and give them a proper ride.
I had to do this with the 7mm rem mag Savage LRH 111 I bought because the stinking mag couldn't handle a true cartridges length. So there is always that.....
OK let the berating begin..........[/QUOTE]
Boulderdash, poppycock, and blasphemy, eternal damnation, and many mis- fires to you, and tracking too!!! How's that for starters.........? LMFAO.
I just had to start the fire, and now I'm going to watch it burn. ( not really serious, all humor, but I couldn't resist, it must be that hunting season is near, I can smell it and feel it) let's see if anyone else can contribute!!!! Happy Hunting!!!
LET THE GAMES BEGIN BRETHREN!!!!!
etisll40
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I'll bet you can get to 10mm or less at 100. Are you looking at 500 yard or meters actually. Try Bergers 180's or 168. On a side note, I have a 6.5x55 and I'm looking for a good whitetail load and bullet at 300 yards or less. Any ideas? I've got a month!
7stw
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Trondheim, first and foremost, welcome to the " Brotherhood" and congrats on the new purchase. You will be happy with it , I'm sure.
I recently had a Sako V, in 7 STW. It was stainless, and a synthetic stock. Very accurate, and the barrel was like glass. That barrel absolutely loved 140 grain Barnes TSX's, and 162 Hornady A- maxes. I say it in past tense, as I regretfully had to sell it to fund another project. That was a quality piece of machinery for sure. I am sure you will like yours as well. Let us all know how it shoots for you. Take care, and again, Welcome!!!!
