6.5 SAUM BUILD ACTION ??s

[kbuehner]

I have a 6.5 Rem Mag built on a 98 Mauser action That is shot out. Im wondering if I could turn that into the 6.5 GAP or Saum not sure of the terminology the action is in very good shape Original Mauser. If it would work can I expect accuracy with the Mauser?

Also I have an old Sako L61r No. 1 3872 thats the numbers on the action chambered in 264 win mag Could that action be used for same build

Thanks

 

[coyotezapper]

Not sure of the bolt face size of a 6.5RM but the M98 will work fine. A Tubb firing pin and spring is a must have upgrade on a 98 IMO.

 

[Jerry M]

What about the increased size of the case and the decreasing amount of steel surrounding said case. Especially the vintage steel of a M-98 and presumable high pressure loads?

I'd build another 6.5 Remington Magnum if you are staying with .264.

 

[coyotezapper]

I've got a few M98"s that I have sporterized, and as long as you don't load them to unreasonable pressures you will be fine especially if its an original mauser. I mostly use VZ24's and have no issues but I use common sense in my handloading.

 

[kbuehner]

Thanks for the replies. I decided to stick with the 6.5 rem mag since I have dies and a pretty good pile of brass and the more I read it seems the 6.5 rem mag will do real close to the same as the 6.5 saum. Also I will look into the firing pin upgrade. I got a Brux #4 1:8 twist to finish at 26"

If anybody knows a smith that has experience chambering for this round I would appreciate any advice. Thanks Keith

 

[coyotezapper]

If you are willing to ship to NM I have a local smith that is very good. PM me for info if interested.