Converting a 700 LA into a LA mag

[JimmyO]

Long time reader, first time poster.

I have a Remington 700 LA in 30-06 that I am ready to tear down and build into another custom. My dilemma is that I have my heart set on a 338 Lapua. What all does it take to convert the standard long action into a magnum long action. I am already planning on replacing the Remington bolt with a Stiller bolt and swapping out the bottom metal. I assume the bottom of the receiver will need opened up at the, and I will have that done when I have the action blueprinted.

What else will need done?

Thanks JimmyO

 

[MagnumManiac]

Long time reader, first time poster.

I have a Remington 700 LA in 30-06 that I am ready to tear down and build into another custom. My dilemma is that I have my heart set on a 338 Lapua. What all does it take to convert the standard long action into a magnum long action. I am already planning on replacing the Remington bolt with a Stiller bolt and swapping out the bottom metal. I assume the bottom of the receiver will need opened up at the, and I will have that done when I have the action blueprinted.

What else will need done?

Thanks JimmyO

All 700 long actions are the same length, 3.700" long from bolt stop to loading port feed ramp.
Myself, I wouldn't build a 338 Lapua on a 700 action, there's not enough meat in the bolt face for my liking.
I have built a few 338 Edges on 700's, it equals the Lapua, and my own, with a 30" barrel is faster than most Lapua factory rifles.

Cheers.
gun)

 

[MudRunner2005]

All 700 long actions are the same length, 3.700" long from bolt stop to loading port feed ramp.
Myself, I wouldn't build a 338 Lapua on a 700 action, there's not enough meat in the bolt face for my liking.
I have built a few 338 Edges on 700's, it equals the Lapua, and my own, with a 30" barrel is faster than most Lapua factory rifles.

Cheers.
gun)

Yep. I agree 100%.

 

[BRIT]

Hi.
I do not wish to appear negative but a piece written by jim borden may be of interest to you.

https://bordenrifles.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/338_lapua.pdf

Brit.