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Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

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Ok, I've got a Winchester Model 70 in 300 WSM that I'd like to give an overhaul.

It is a hunting rifle with a fairly low round count. I did some searching using both search engines (SH's and google) but couldn't really come up with a whole lot.

First, my end goal is to have a rifle that is basically a step above my 5R in AICS 1.0 (.308) and two steps ahead of my PSS (.308).

I plan on running a McMillan or Manners stock

I'm curious as to what barrels are recommended for the WSM round. Twist rates and barrel length, as well as how heavy a bullet you can reliably push through these rifles. I've heard the heavier bullets don't do as well, and 175/180 gn is about the most accurate, even when using the right twist for say, a 210 gn bullet. Quite frankly, I don't know if any of that is actually true or not.

So-

Which barrel, twist, & length are good for the WSM round?
What gunsmith/company would you recommend for install, as well as other action work?
Does anybody make a DBM for the win 70/300 WSM?
What bullet has had some good success in the 300 WSM department?
Any other thoughts?

I realize I can go buy an FN PBR and still have a winchester style action, but I'm looking for a custom rifle. I'd like to have something you can't go buy off the shelf.

Since I don't hunt with a rifle anymore, I figure this particular one would be a good canidate.
 
Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

Rebarrel to a 24" 1-9" 7WSM and poke it in a McMillan. Keep it handy/dandy and you are there.
 
Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

interesting.

What is the benefit of 7 mm WSM over 300 WSM?

What barrel maker would you suggest?
 
Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

Great barrels abound,though I bleed PN. The 7mm advantages are increased BC's at increased speed and all the blessings associated with same downrange.

With less recoil.
 
Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

Typically the 162A-Max.
 
Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

holy shit!

I just did some checking for components on midwayusa.com, holy hell!

.625 BC on the 162 gn AMAX?
.659 BC on the 168 gn VLD???

I like those numbers!

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Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

Your learnin'.
 
Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

I've heard good things about the combo.
 
Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: mtechgunman</div><div class="ubbcode-body">holy shit!

I just did some checking for components on midwayusa.com, holy hell!

.625 BC on the 162 gn AMAX?
.659 BC on the 168 gn VLD???

I like those numbers!

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</div></div>

.698 BC for the 180 VLD, 2,950 fps with ease win/win
 
Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

The A-Max terminal affects,coupled with their pricing,will more than pay for the next tube.

Top it.(grin)
 
Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

'scoe,

Finally found a way to backdoor your Site through The Queen and things is lookin' good.

No 7-08 reamer? BLASPHEMY!
 
Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

That is a GOOD pic.
 
Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: OilyOwl</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The A-Max terminal affects,coupled with their pricing,will more than pay for the next tube.

Top it.(grin) </div></div>

No doubt the Max's have the price thing cornered.......by a fair marign
 
Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: OilyOwl</div><div class="ubbcode-body">'scoe,

Finally found a way to backdoor your Site through The Queen and things is lookin' good.

No 7-08 reamer? BLASPHEMY! </div></div>

Got one, just not listed
grin.gif
 
Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

Interested in hacking on an HS Precision tube?
 
Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: OilyOwl</div><div class="ubbcode-body">That is a GOOD pic. </div></div>

Two years ago, that was Sunday morning. He got by me Saturday evening but I knew he'd be back...........and I'd make him famous
grin.gif
 
Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: OilyOwl</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Interested in hacking on an HS Precision tube? </div></div>

Sure....send it with instructions
 
Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

Had a Top 10 B&C Buck give a pard the slip last year,while I watched. I kept thinking he was gonna shoot and it never happened...at 30yds.

That one still hurts.
 
Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

Fuck it,mebbe I'll have you punch it 7WSM and feed it via DBM for a Giggle Rifle.

I'm about 10 days from home and will see if I can't drum you up some bidness. I work with some assholes that aren't very frugal.(grin)
 
Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: OilyOwl</div><div class="ubbcode-body">...at 30yds.</div></div>

If your a true friend you'll never let him forget about it.....

Just saying
grin.gif
 
Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

Don't think that don't come up often over coffee.

Trouble is,he still has no inkling to that Critter's sheer magnitude and I wish I didn't either.(grin)
 
Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: OilyOwl</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Fuck it,mebbe I'll have you punch it 7WSM and feed it via DBM for a Giggle Rifle.

I'm about 10 days from home and will see if I can't drum you up some bidness. I work with some assholes that aren't very frugal.(grin)

</div></div>

My 7 Wizzum and 7-300 Wizzum reamers are ground for 168/180's to mag feed in a LA. They work like a charm. 162's would also shine
 
Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: OilyOwl</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Don't think that don't come up often over coffee. </div></div>

He'll try harder next time to dent that primer, I hear they're fairly cheap.
 
Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

Any idea on COAL to a kiss,in regards to a 162?

Sub 2.9" would horn me up,but I know that's wishfull thinkin'.
 
Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: OilyOwl</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Any idea on COAL to a kiss,in regards to a 162?

Sub 2.9" would horn me up,but I know that's wishfull thinkin'. </div></div>

My 7-300 runs right at 3.140"ish with 180's +.010" in

Not sure about the 7 WSM as I dont own one but it's probably real close to the same, 3.130"ish just touching maybe.

As I dont chamber many 7WSM's I really should have the throat on the reamer re-ground to a more suitable hunting length, slightly shorter. Send a dummy with the tube and I'll make it happen
 
Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

I just pee'd a little.
 
Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

I shoot (4) 7WSM's,my Montucky and Coyote are throated in accords to your's.
 
Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

I can kiss lands in the above two,which is where I wanna be on the next pending s/a 700 build.
 
Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

If you consider the LA for WSM builds and the heavies good things start to happen.........some can’t do it though.

The Wyatt’s Box is full with a WSM at 2.900". The ogive to tip may be slightly shorter on the Amax compared to the Berger VLD which is what I'm measuring. That'd be a good thing if talking SA700 and a Wyatt’s Box.
 
Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

Glen is the way to go,but I've a stash of parts already in hand.
 
Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: OilyOwl</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Your learnin'. </div></div>


No kidding!


Looks like I'll be going down this road for sure.


Thanks for all the replies!
 
Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

Pictures are mandatory,upon completion.
 
Re: Winchester Model 70 300 WSM options

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: OilyOwl</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Pictures are mandatory,upon completion. </div></div>


that's a given

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