Rebarrel Opions

[coachA]

I have a 7 mm and I am looking to rebarrel it. I am looking for something in the 6.5 mm range.

 

[IdahoCTD]

Assuming it is a 7mm Rem. mag your stuck with a magnum case like a 6.5 Rem Mag, 264 Win Mag., or 26 Nosler unless you want to find another bolt that is a standard bolt face.

 

[novaman64]

Assuming it is a 7mm Rem. mag your stuck with a magnum case like a 6.5 Rem Mag, 264 Win Mag., or 26 Nosler unless you want to find another bolt that is a standard bolt face.

Doesnt the 26 nosler use a bigger bolt face than the win mag belted cases?

 

[MudRunner2005]

Doesnt the 26 nosler use a bigger bolt face than the win mag belted cases?

No, Ultra Mags still use a .540" bolt face, same as regular belted magnums.

 

[novaman64]

No, Ultra Mags still use a .540" bolt face, same as regular belted magnums.

Good to know... so technically, with a re-barrel, I could make my 7mag a 338 edge?

 

[MudRunner2005]

Good to know... so technically, with a re-barrel, I could make my 7mag a 338 edge?

Yep... But why would you? Don't always buy into hype. Unless you're trying to kill moose beyond 1,000 yards, the 7mmRM will do everything you need with the proper bullet for the job.

 

[shortgrass]

Well, we've gone from "something in the 6.5mm range" to the .338 Edge. Quite a difference there! Never has mentioned what action he's got.

 

[coachA]

I have a savage 116. I got the rifle when I was a kid.

 

[IdahoCTD]

Then you can get another bolt head and build a standard bolt face caliber as well. Anything from a 6.5x47, 260, 6.5x284, to a 6.5-06.

 

[Brewer]

my vote is the 6.5mm-06. lots of good 30.06 brass around, not too much overbore, and gets the job done.

 

[novaman64]

280ai

 

[Mateo]

The 6.5 SAUM would be a great idea if you are thinking of 6.5mm. Sure it was originally a short action cartridge, but using a long action will allow you to seat bulletsout long and not worry about much.

 

[coachA]

I am leaning toward the 6.5 X 284, I think. I know I will have to change out the bolt face but I have read a lot of good things about that cartridge. I truly appreciate of the advice that everyone has give. If anyone has anymore advice I would definitely appreciate it. I always consider the advice of other that know more than me.

 

[BucksAndBulls]

IIWM.... and I was looking into a 6.5 284 I would talk with Rich Sherman aka elkaholic about his 6.5 sherman.....
Mike