bolt face sizes

[whiskey08]

Ive got a few questions, i inherited a rem 700 originally chambered for 300 win mag , then it was rebarreled for a 300 wsm which is a short round using a long action bolt.

1. If i was going to have a 300wsm i would rather have a short action. so what are my options for a long action tac driver using this action (doesnt have to be .30cal)

2. is using a shell holder chart an accurate means of determining bolt face size and cartridge compatibility?

3. can i swap just the bolt made for a 30 06 since its already a long action?

4. what are your thoughts on accuracy for a short cartridge e.g. 300wsm in a long action

thks

 

[15Tango]

what are my options for a long action tac driver using this action (doesnt have to be .30cal)

You could do wild cartridge like the 7 STW.

is using a shell holder chart an accurate means of determining bolt face size and cartridge compatibility?

Sure, I'd still back it up with a diagram or something to make sure it's actually .335" or whatever.

what are your thoughts on accuracy for a short cartridge e.g. 300wsm in a long action

It allows you to potentially increase accuracy by allowing you to load bullets out farther closer to the rifling and still fit in the magazine.

Wayne

 

[RonAKA]

If you switch bolts, you need to have the lug fit checked to be sure they share the bolt thrust load.

 

[HPMike800]

If you are planning to turn it into a target type gun, leave the bolt and do one of the 7mm short magnum rounds (since you'll change the barrel anyway). There very popular with the f-class crowd.

I assume it's a stalker right now. What is the planned use?

Mike

 

[jonbearman]

The .300 wsm is a fine cartridge designed for a short action.You can use a long action and seat the bullets out etc. I have a friend who has 2 of them on the model 70 action.I shot it at 500 yards in a 25 mph wind.I still shot a 5 inch group.I would suggest a muzzle brake to tame the recoil though as it has a hefty little kick I dont like.

 

[whiskey08]

ive got a heavy .308 i use for tactical competitions, its pretty heavy and it kicked my butt on recent oryx hunt. So what ill use this one for will be a medium weight hunting/tactical comp rifle. I am looking at the 7wsm and the 300wsm, I like the 30 cal because im pretty versed in it and think Ill get more barrel life .vs a 7mm. However I really like the accuracy and great bullets there making in 7mm or .284.

thks for the replies