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<blockquote data-quote="Derek M." data-source="post: 430576" data-attributes="member: 2693"><p>Many argue that Ackley didn't "improve" much of anything with any of his calibers to notice enough difference in the field other than giving other folks the "wow" or "neato" factor when they ask what you shoot. Nonetheless, I've never ruled out getting a 280AI built. </p><p></p><p>When I first read your post, my first thought was to use the 30.06 action, send it to a good smith and convert it to the 280AI. You can buy Nosler brass or even their custom ammo and you are set. </p><p></p><p>Since I own more than 1 7mm Rem Mag, I doubt I will ever build the 280AI, at least that is my thought right now. The 6.5x284 is an excellent choice. I own 2. I have a nice 3 groove Lilja SS in #3 contour in the safe because I was going to build a 270WSM but never got around to it. The more I think about it, I'll probably just build another 270 Win as all of mine kill the crap out of everything I've shot with them regardless of distance. </p><p></p><p>Frankly, your 270 will serve you well on any goat or deer beyond what you comfort zone is in terms of long range. The 6.5x284 would be a very good choice, however, to convert your .06. With most bullets, generally speaking, you will have a better BC with 6.5mm and 7mm bullets over .277 bullets with few exceptions. </p><p></p><p>If you decide to go with a 6.5x284, I can set you up with roughly 200 virgin Norma brass cheaper than you will find it on the net or at any store. I decided to go with Lapua in mine. </p><p></p><p>I still think a 280AI with a 160 to 168 class bullet will also serve you well and you would not be disappointed. </p><p></p><p>Let us know what you decide to do. If you rebarrel the .06, you may wish to take a hard look at the available 3 groove barrel makers out there: Benchmark, Lilja, and I think Broughton. I'm guessing others will offer 3 groove but those 3 come to mind.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Derek M., post: 430576, member: 2693"] Many argue that Ackley didn't "improve" much of anything with any of his calibers to notice enough difference in the field other than giving other folks the "wow" or "neato" factor when they ask what you shoot. Nonetheless, I've never ruled out getting a 280AI built. When I first read your post, my first thought was to use the 30.06 action, send it to a good smith and convert it to the 280AI. You can buy Nosler brass or even their custom ammo and you are set. Since I own more than 1 7mm Rem Mag, I doubt I will ever build the 280AI, at least that is my thought right now. The 6.5x284 is an excellent choice. I own 2. I have a nice 3 groove Lilja SS in #3 contour in the safe because I was going to build a 270WSM but never got around to it. The more I think about it, I'll probably just build another 270 Win as all of mine kill the crap out of everything I've shot with them regardless of distance. Frankly, your 270 will serve you well on any goat or deer beyond what you comfort zone is in terms of long range. The 6.5x284 would be a very good choice, however, to convert your .06. With most bullets, generally speaking, you will have a better BC with 6.5mm and 7mm bullets over .277 bullets with few exceptions. If you decide to go with a 6.5x284, I can set you up with roughly 200 virgin Norma brass cheaper than you will find it on the net or at any store. I decided to go with Lapua in mine. I still think a 280AI with a 160 to 168 class bullet will also serve you well and you would not be disappointed. Let us know what you decide to do. If you rebarrel the .06, you may wish to take a hard look at the available 3 groove barrel makers out there: Benchmark, Lilja, and I think Broughton. I'm guessing others will offer 3 groove but those 3 come to mind. [/QUOTE]
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