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  1. 31-12-2011, 12:16 AM #1
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    Re-barreling a WSM

    Just another hypothetical question If you were gun'a re-barrel a WSM what would you go for ?

    I know it depends on what it's going to be used for, But that ain't important

    Maybe a couple of options


    * 6.5 wsm longest mid-varmint contour barrel
    * 338 wsm with either a mid length sporter or maybe a short suppressed pipe
    * 500S&W ( if it would fit eg bolt face etc ) with a short suppressed bush barrel
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  3. 31-12-2011, 11:00 AM #3
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    Something based on WSM or SAUM or a single shot based on a RUM (i.e 338 Edge) would be the easiest. Or you could open it up to a .585 boltface (if that is an option with your action) and do something based off a 338LM case or a Norma Magnum case.

    For me: easiest 7mmSAUM or a 7mm/300WSM (using Norma brass)
    Then possibly: 338 Edge single shot
    If opening it up: 7mm FatMax (I have to say that as I have one ) or a 338LM Improved variant, or if you are keen, a 338 Thor.

    I wouldn't do a 6.5 WSM personally. Very hard on barrels from what I've heard...
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    Quote Originally Posted by The Claw View Post
    Something based on WSM or SAUM or a single shot based on a RUM (i.e 338 Edge) would be the easiest. Or you could open it up to a .585 boltface (if that is an option with your action) and do something based off a 338LM case or a Norma Magnum case.

    For me: easiest 7mmSAUM or a 7mm/300WSM (using Norma brass)
    Then possibly: 338 Edge single shot
    If opening it up: 7mm FatMax (I have to say that as I have one ) or a 338LM Improved variant, or if you are keen, a 338 Thor.

    I wouldn't do a 6.5 WSM personally. Very hard on barrels from what I've heard...

    Do you really think your 7mm FatMax is any beter in the barrel eating department????
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    Probably not much better, might get 1,000 rounds out of it. Thats plenty for a hunting rifle, lots of meat and practice (and hopefully) a few trophies in 1,000 rounds
    If it's not a first round hit you need to practice more
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  6. 31-12-2011, 02:08 PM #6
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    I just ran the numbers thru my barrel life calculator, and there's about 15% more theoretical life with the Fatmax. Plenty of hunting barrel life in either chambering, but we've found the big 7mm's easier to get to shoot than the big 6.5's.
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    If you want to kill shit the 6.5, if your playing any of the others.
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    Man the fuck up and go the mighty .243

    Anything else is just plain Gaytarded
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    Quote Originally Posted by Cyclist View Post
    Man the fuck up and go the mighty .243

    Anything else is just plain Gaytarded
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    800 grain pill out of (presumably) a 5.5lb kimber?

    can you say OOOOOOOWOWEWEWEWEEWOOOWOWOWOWOWOWOEEEEEEEEEE

    Would be a stonking bush rifle but fark firing the thing!

    Flag the .44 Lameotaur - What about a 7mm wsm cut off at the shoulder with a .44 shoved in it?
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    That was 10mm ie 40cal not 44

    500 S&W is same as 50 Beowulf just with different rims - semi rimmed vs rebated, and I'd guess that the 500 can be cranked up a little more than the wulf due to the wulfs rebated rim that may shorten up

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    Bugger the 50 S&W, 50 Alaskan!

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    50 Alaskan is a mere baby compared to the .510 Kodiak Express.



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    Quote Originally Posted by Greg Duley View Post
    I just ran the numbers thru my barrel life calculator, and there's about 15% more theoretical life with the Fatmax. Plenty of hunting barrel life in either chambering, but we've found the big 7mm's easier to get to shoot than the big 6.5's.
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    What are your thoughts on the 6.5mm Fatso?
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