TOMH, yes you're right. Didn't get much conversation from that thread!
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TOMH, yes you're right. Didn't get much conversation from that thread!
Your 7 WSM is very capable at your target range goal to include elk ...
If you just a bigger bore that's a different story. IIWY and money is no object, out of the 3 choices, I'd go with the .338 LM, but that's just me.
Good luck!
WildRose
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Before pulling the trigger on a new ultra mag of any sort I alway shave the same advice.
Do yourself a big favor and find someone that will let you run a box of shells through theirs.
I've seen a whole lot of ridiculously cheap very nice large case (Rum and Above) sell for pennies on the dollar after a guy spent a couple of years and thousands of dollars putting one together only to then find out he couldn't stand the recoil, blast, and dust signature.
"Like New", "Barely USed", "Low mileage one owner "XYZ cannon for sale dirt cheap!
What action are you going to use?
Thanks, yes I have considered the recoil and that doesn't bother me like it might some others. With a good brake, even a 338 Lapua is manageable. This particular build is not one I am going to be shooting all the time either.
If I go full custom, it will be a Badger M2013 w/ the 60 degree bolt lift. If I go with something "factory", I'm strongly considering the Christensen Arms. Right now, I'm running a Surgeon and Defiance Deviant. I want to try something new/different and the 60 degree bolt lift has struck my interest.
sable tireur
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300shorty,
There is nothing wrong with the 2013 action, it's designed like a fortress! I'm running a couple of these with a .338 Norma Mag and a 7-300 Norma Mag. They are both dependable under all kinds of conditions.
If you'd like to consider something new and different, I suggest that you take some time to review the new Cadex 3-lug (60 degree) and 4-lug (50 degree) actions.
CADEX DEFENCE FLIPBOOK CATALOG
CADEX DEFENCE FLIPBOOK CATALOG
These can be a 700 footprint or in the case of the larger actions, a Cadex footprint.
For a cartridge, any of the larger .30 caliber cases will be a terrific choice if only due to the number of great bullets available.
Regards.
There is nothing wrong with the 2013 action, it's designed like a fortress! I'm running a couple of these with a .338 Norma Mag and a 7-300 Norma Mag. They are both dependable under all kinds of conditions.
If you'd like to consider something new and different, I suggest that you take some time to review the new Cadex 3-lug (60 degree) and 4-lug (50 degree) actions.
CADEX DEFENCE FLIPBOOK CATALOG
CADEX DEFENCE FLIPBOOK CATALOG
These can be a 700 footprint or in the case of the larger actions, a Cadex footprint.
For a cartridge, any of the larger .30 caliber cases will be a terrific choice if only due to the number of great bullets available.
Regards.
Broken arrow
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You don't need a build, just buy the Savege 110 FCP. It will be better than all your expectations.
With your choices and they are your choices I would go with the 338 lapua with a brake just because you live where there are whitetails does not mean you wont be in Alaska hunting moose in the rain. I shoot a 338 edge and love it so what if there guts fly.
This is very true and good point made!
Yep, that's why I noted as such ...
Check out the http://www.bighornarms.com/ actions.
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