Looking to start my 1st build. I have located a savage 110e in a 270. Any problems changing this to a 7mm rem mag. I plan to change the stock, trigger and add a Shilen barrel.
at the bare minimum you'll need a new bolt head for the magnum cartridge. most likely you'll need the bolt head, mag assy because of the larger case, maybe a new baffle and firing pin . I may be missing something but it's still a pretty easy swap. call up Jim at northland shooters supply and he'll tell you everything you need and why.
good point, i was where you are about 2 years ago. bagged the 7mm Mag idea and built up a 284 winchester. no additional mods necessary other than a new barrel. the gun just shoots, its great. lower recoil great ballistics and easy to find bullets for. you may want to stick with a standard sized cartridge instead of the mag.