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In between 7mm-08 & .308
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<blockquote data-quote=".300 Dakota" data-source="post: 2238017" data-attributes="member: 106514"><p>I should have said, I designed a wildcat, because the build isn't done yet. I don't want to hijack the OP's thread, as this isn't between a 7mm-08 and .308, but it gives an idea of what one can do with available components. If one wants to be unique and has plenty of 7-08 brass onhand, a 7-08 AI might suit the job perfectly. Or similarly, I've got friends on other forums that sing the praises of the 7x57 AI. That will keep things in a short action (potentially) and keep weight down. I would think it much easier to get 7-08 brass than 7x57. The 7x64 also fits the definition of between 7-08 and 308, but is very similar to the 280 Rem. Just depends on what brass one can find the most of. There was lots of 7x64 brass left lying around about a year ago, but Ibthink some guys got smart and grabbed it to build one. It is a long action proposition, however. For under $1500 (was just under $1000 until recently), you can build something unique and amazing in your own shop once you have a few tools, and can have your own chamber dimensions and even your own cartridge, if you want something that isn't available. See photo attached. This just came off the bench and shot it's first group Saturday. Only had time for a fouling shot and 1 group, which was 1/2" . Never built one with a good barrel and proper headspacing and bedding that wouldn't print under 1/2 MOA. Didn't have time to scrub due to thunderstorms overhead, but it's just one example. I could spend another $200 and have the bolt and barrel fluted if I wanted it to look really cool. Another $125 would get an aftermarket trigger in ounces. You don't have to spend $4000 on a Bartlein, Defiance, Bix & Andy, and Manners to shoot the eye out of a Pronghorn across a canyon... If you're punching paper at over 1000 on a regular in competition, then that's a different scenario entirely. Consider this option if you're looking to spend over $1000. [ATTACH=full]284629[/ATTACH][ATTACH=full]284630[/ATTACH][ATTACH=full]284631[/ATTACH]</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE=".300 Dakota, post: 2238017, member: 106514"] I should have said, I designed a wildcat, because the build isn't done yet. I don't want to hijack the OP's thread, as this isn't between a 7mm-08 and .308, but it gives an idea of what one can do with available components. If one wants to be unique and has plenty of 7-08 brass onhand, a 7-08 AI might suit the job perfectly. Or similarly, I've got friends on other forums that sing the praises of the 7x57 AI. That will keep things in a short action (potentially) and keep weight down. I would think it much easier to get 7-08 brass than 7x57. The 7x64 also fits the definition of between 7-08 and 308, but is very similar to the 280 Rem. Just depends on what brass one can find the most of. There was lots of 7x64 brass left lying around about a year ago, but Ibthink some guys got smart and grabbed it to build one. It is a long action proposition, however. For under $1500 (was just under $1000 until recently), you can build something unique and amazing in your own shop once you have a few tools, and can have your own chamber dimensions and even your own cartridge, if you want something that isn't available. See photo attached. This just came off the bench and shot it's first group Saturday. Only had time for a fouling shot and 1 group, which was 1/2" . Never built one with a good barrel and proper headspacing and bedding that wouldn't print under 1/2 MOA. Didn't have time to scrub due to thunderstorms overhead, but it's just one example. I could spend another $200 and have the bolt and barrel fluted if I wanted it to look really cool. Another $125 would get an aftermarket trigger in ounces. You don't have to spend $4000 on a Bartlein, Defiance, Bix & Andy, and Manners to shoot the eye out of a Pronghorn across a canyon... If you're punching paper at over 1000 on a regular in competition, then that's a different scenario entirely. Consider this option if you're looking to spend over $1000. [ATTACH type="full"]284629[/ATTACH][ATTACH type="full"]284630[/ATTACH][ATTACH type="full"]284631[/ATTACH] [/QUOTE]
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