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Going to build a .338 and have some questions.
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<blockquote data-quote="jrock" data-source="post: 2260537" data-attributes="member: 78569"><p>I can comment on a few Qs</p><p> 1. Yes, you can, but its hotly debated if you should. I have no regrets going with a custom action for my 338 NM. </p><p>4. The elite hunters were in stock around the 4th of July. Hadn't seen them for over 8 months prior. While you wait for them, you can shoot the OTMs. People on this forum even hunt with the OTMs. </p><p>5. I have a #6 SST Krieger at 26". Scoped, the gun finished out at 12 lbs. Weight helps with LR shooting. However, now that I've packed it around mountains for a few years, saving a few lbs with a CF barrel or #4 contour makes sense. </p><p></p><p>I'm getting 2780 fps with 300 grain Berger's and a 26" barrel. Most of the cartridge's you mention are within 100 fps of each other. I agree with others that splitting hairs on velocity shouldn't be a big concern. Decide if you want to fire form and what brand of brass you want to pay for. After shooting my 338 for a few years, owning something much bigger like a 33XC is rather intriguing. </p><p></p><p>When using a Rem 700 action, keep it simple and go with a RUM or Edge. If you want the Lapua based case, go with a custom action. No headaches and no worries if you should or shouldn't. Peace of mind is priceless.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="jrock, post: 2260537, member: 78569"] I can comment on a few Qs 1. Yes, you can, but its hotly debated if you should. I have no regrets going with a custom action for my 338 NM. 4. The elite hunters were in stock around the 4th of July. Hadn't seen them for over 8 months prior. While you wait for them, you can shoot the OTMs. People on this forum even hunt with the OTMs. 5. I have a #6 SST Krieger at 26". Scoped, the gun finished out at 12 lbs. Weight helps with LR shooting. However, now that I've packed it around mountains for a few years, saving a few lbs with a CF barrel or #4 contour makes sense. I'm getting 2780 fps with 300 grain Berger's and a 26" barrel. Most of the cartridge's you mention are within 100 fps of each other. I agree with others that splitting hairs on velocity shouldn't be a big concern. Decide if you want to fire form and what brand of brass you want to pay for. After shooting my 338 for a few years, owning something much bigger like a 33XC is rather intriguing. When using a Rem 700 action, keep it simple and go with a RUM or Edge. If you want the Lapua based case, go with a custom action. No headaches and no worries if you should or shouldn't. Peace of mind is priceless. [/QUOTE]
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