As some of you know, I have my father's .264wm that he inherited from my grandpa. It's a pre 64 model 70. Dad has been wanting this rifle ever since my late grandfather promised it to him long before I was in the picture. Unfortunately, the rifle has seen plenty of action since then. The finish on the stock is ruined, the bore is pretty much shot, and dad is a bit disgusted with it. So, Im thinking of rebuilding it, keeping the .264 chamber (because we have hundreds of loaded rounds, brass, and components) and Dad has always wanted one. My question is; what barrel should I go with? I dont want or need something really expensive, the budget is probably gonna dictate but I'd like to hear your ideas. Im thinking of a slightly heavier contour, like a light varmint or something, finished around 24" with enough twist to spin a 140vld.
The rifle will be strictly a hunting rifle, and the way Dad shoots, it would take another lifetime to make 800rnds, so Im not too worried about burning it up.
The rifle will be strictly a hunting rifle, and the way Dad shoots, it would take another lifetime to make 800rnds, so Im not too worried about burning it up.
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