Howa 338 edge light weight build

[Timbo 300]

Hi guys I'm wanting to build a budget light weight 338 edge on an old howa 300 win mag . I'm planning on 28 inch barrel finished at .75 .also hoping the houge stock will be ok until I can afford a McMillan stock. Also if anyone had any tips for me in regards to building on a howa action I would be very grateful

 

[Deleted member 46119]

I have experience with the Vanguard. The action is the as the Howa except some minor machining.

It is strong enough.
It may need to be single feed. Though I admit, I have not tried to fit a RUM sized case in my long action Vanguard/Howa. It is waiting there for just such a project.

The B&C stokes are very nice.

If you can give me a bit, I will dig it up and see what needs to be or can be done.

 

[Timbo 300]

Awesome thanks for the reply I look forward to hearing how you get on. Cheers