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I've had another thought -a very dangerous thing
@ 09:14 pm (GMT) |
Mark WhitakerI like my 7mm-08 in the new Remington 700 SS Mountain rifle a nice compact lightweight hunting rifle. But its not powerful enough for the new Hornady 180gr ELD-M.So I really like the 7mm for the game I currently shoot. So my thought is get the Remington 700 Long Range with the M40 stock and rebarrel it in 280 AI #5 contour 0.70" lenght 22 inches long, 1:8.5 twist. This should give 2650fps with the new Hornady 180gr. My calculations give 1000 yard velocity of 1640fps and 1800fps distance of 825 yards. Any thoughts? Mark |
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@ 09:44 pm (GMT) |
Mark WhitakerRe: I've had another thought -a very dangerous thingI knew thinking was a dangerous thing.The easier option for me is rebarrel my 300 win mag SS SPS in 7mm rem mag reduced load with the same barrel configuration, put a Precision Platforms stock on it, and I would have a better rifle for probably less money. Mark |
@ 12:20 am (GMT) |
Ed SybertRe: I've had another thought -a very dangerous thingWhen moving up in case capacity it is generally a good idea to move up in barrel length. The 280AI would justify at least a 24" barrel and the Magnums work well with at least 26" barrels. Barrel length alone adds only a few ounces to the rifle weight, and most long-range hunting is not done in tight cover where the longer overall rifle length would be awkward. JMHO, Ed |
@ 04:10 am (GMT) |
Bryan WebsterRe: I've had another thought -a very dangerous thingI do not regret rebarelling my 7mm Rem Mag with a 25 inch Benchmark sporter contour barrel.Have not yet tried those 180 grain ELD-M bullets but the 175 grain ELD-X bullets move out fast enough at around 2950. |
@ 05:57 am (GMT) |
Anon GibbsRe: I've had another thought -a very dangerous thingTake that 7mil 08 and ream to 7 mm 300wsm open up bolt face, fit sako extractor and a shortend long action wyatt box, bolt stop lengthend and open up feed port backward(not sure how big your knox is?) probably going to need a recoil aid and yes, possibly will be steering towards stupid weight/ power ratio but be a handy lil pocket rocket for alpine type?Just another dangerous thought. |
@ 08:26 am (GMT) |
Warwick MarflittRe: I've had another thought -a very dangerous thingMark you need a 7mm in a 30-06 case....... which is kind of a 280I guess a 7-06 Ackley so you can't jam one in a 270 ... The dangerous result of this kinda thinking. ..... |
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@ 08:29 am (GMT) |
Mark WhitakerRe: I've had another thought -a very dangerous thingThanks for the suggestions.I'm not after max velocity, only 2650 to 2700 fps with the 180gr and I love the 7mm-08 as it is for the 162gr. I like the ability to harvest game from 50 yards to 900. If I go for max velocity it will restrict the distance at a minimum of 200 yards. Mark |
@ 10:03 am (GMT) |
Sebastian ShandRe: I've had another thought -a very dangerous thingGidday markI shoot a 280ackley which is a re barreled Winchester m70 pre 64. True flite 26inch 1-9 twist, I currently shoot 160grain sierra tipped matchking at 2930fps using Winchester nickel cases adi 2213sc powder. I just got a box of 180grain eld m to have a play with so it will be interesting to see what velocity I get with them. Chris Murphy has lengthened mag box to 89mm and if I seat the 180s 1mm off the lands it still feeds smoothly. |
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@ 03:05 pm (GMT) |
Mark WhitakerRe: I've had another thought -a very dangerous thingThanks Sebastian, this is the information I need.Please keep us informed with this projectiles performance. Mark |
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@ 09:22 pm (GMT) |
Mark WhitakerRe: I've had another thought -a very dangerous thingSebastian, any update on the 180 eldm?Dangerous thought #3. I also have a Remington 700 VSSF in 223. Heavy 26" barrel in the good HS Precision stock which I don't use. Now my thought would be to turn this into a 7mm SAUM? All I would need is a bolt and barrel. Possible? Mark |
@ 08:43 am (GMT) |
Martin TaylorRe: I've had another thought -a very dangerous thingThis dangerous thought thing is contagious.........Mmmmmm, you don't use the VSSF Mark. I know a fella who might be interested in one of those to replace the only Howa I've ever tuned that wont play ball. |
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@ 02:21 pm (GMT) |
Sebastian ShandRe: I've had another thought -a very dangerous thingSorry mark I'm abit slow on the load development front atm, juggling 70hours at work and spending time with the family is leaving me abit short on time.With a bit of luck I'll load them up tomorrow night and hopefully do some testing next weekend after the pistol shoot. |
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@ 05:46 pm (GMT) |
Mark WhitakerRe: I've had another thought -a very dangerous thingThanks Sebastian.Martin, yes I am interested in selling it. Mark |
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