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Can a 300 RUM be converted to 338 edge
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<blockquote data-quote="NesikaChad" data-source="post: 560065" data-attributes="member: 7449"><p>I've built quite a few rifles chambered in 338 Edge. All have performed beyond expectation.</p><p></p><p>The Remington 700 Long action with a Magnum Bolt face will work. Most are drawn to shooting the 300 grain Sierra Bullets with this cartridge. To achieve a seating depth that'll still facilitate using the case capacity, it requires some machine work on the action. The magazine box needs to be modified. Wyatt makes a longer box that completes the modification. </p><p></p><p>Beyond that, it's pretty straight forward. If you plan to shoot 300's, a 9.5 ROT barrel is the better choice. If you stick to 250's then a 1:10 is fine. Nothing wrong with shooting 250's from a 1:9.5 either if you want to dabble with the 300's as well. Just know it'll need to be throated in the chamber for the heavier bullets.</p><p></p><p>If you build a medium weight gun (15-17lbs) and equip it with a brake, it'll be a baby to shoot. Recently I completed one like this for elk and long range "plinking" on a Stiller action that falls into this weight class. It's tame enough that the owner's mother shoots the snot out of it with no complaints. She lays down some impressive groups with it too.</p><p></p><p>Choose a stock that you like. If you want to do some of this on your own at home then a drop in chassis stock isn't a bad choice. I personally don't care for them, but there's no reason no to use one. It'll shoot just fine.</p><p></p><p>This is a fairly big cartridge with a lot of steam behind the bullet. To take advantage of the powder charge and get the best velocity, I'd suggest a barrel length of at least 28". 30" is even better.</p><p></p><p>Have fun and good luck.</p><p></p><p>C.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="NesikaChad, post: 560065, member: 7449"] I've built quite a few rifles chambered in 338 Edge. All have performed beyond expectation. The Remington 700 Long action with a Magnum Bolt face will work. Most are drawn to shooting the 300 grain Sierra Bullets with this cartridge. To achieve a seating depth that'll still facilitate using the case capacity, it requires some machine work on the action. The magazine box needs to be modified. Wyatt makes a longer box that completes the modification. Beyond that, it's pretty straight forward. If you plan to shoot 300's, a 9.5 ROT barrel is the better choice. If you stick to 250's then a 1:10 is fine. Nothing wrong with shooting 250's from a 1:9.5 either if you want to dabble with the 300's as well. Just know it'll need to be throated in the chamber for the heavier bullets. If you build a medium weight gun (15-17lbs) and equip it with a brake, it'll be a baby to shoot. Recently I completed one like this for elk and long range "plinking" on a Stiller action that falls into this weight class. It's tame enough that the owner's mother shoots the snot out of it with no complaints. She lays down some impressive groups with it too. Choose a stock that you like. If you want to do some of this on your own at home then a drop in chassis stock isn't a bad choice. I personally don't care for them, but there's no reason no to use one. It'll shoot just fine. This is a fairly big cartridge with a lot of steam behind the bullet. To take advantage of the powder charge and get the best velocity, I'd suggest a barrel length of at least 28". 30" is even better. Have fun and good luck. C. [/QUOTE]
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