Have a M70300WSM and was wondering about a ball park cost to rebarrel, new bolt, etc... to convert to .308. Or would I be better off just buying a new rifle? Any info appreciated. Thanks,
Eric
Eric
Gunsmithing 300WSM conversion?s
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Re: 300WSM conversion?s
Buy a new .308 and keep the .300WSM... then you have two rifles... the more the merrier!
Buy a new .308 and keep the .300WSM... then you have two rifles... the more the merrier!
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Buy a new rifle but, don't buy a 308. Why spend the money on poor long range ballistics.
Buy a new rifle but, don't buy a 308. Why spend the money on poor long range ballistics.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Goin'Hot</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Buy a new rifle but, don't buy a 308. Why spend the money on poor long range ballistics. </div></div>
Yeah, a .308 is a proven useless cartridge at anything beyond 700yds.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Goin'Hot</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Buy a new rifle but, don't buy a 308. Why spend the money on poor long range ballistics. </div></div>
Yeah, a .308 is a proven useless cartridge at anything beyond 700yds.
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Don't plan on shooting beyond 700, but...
I realize the 300's balistics are better, but damn this thing is expensive to feed. I don't reload yet.
I have kicked around the thought of getting a new .223, so I can get more trigger time, and reach out a bit w/ the heavy bullets. But I do like the idea of the .308 as well.
Don't plan on shooting beyond 700, but...
I realize the 300's balistics are better, but damn this thing is expensive to feed. I don't reload yet.
I have kicked around the thought of getting a new .223, so I can get more trigger time, and reach out a bit w/ the heavy bullets. But I do like the idea of the .308 as well.
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BTW, that was a joke. I shoot my .308 as far as 1400yds, I'm not gonna kill anything at that range of course, but it is still fun to shoot. I was jabbing at the idea that .308 are no good, sure there are plenty of ballistically superior cartrigdes out there, but that doesn't discount another. Just because the round of the day takes a little or even alot less elevation to get to its target does not make the .308 any less of a suitable cartridge. I'm not saying that its better, or worse, it just depends on the user and the application and any other factors you need in your rifle.
BTW, that was a joke. I shoot my .308 as far as 1400yds, I'm not gonna kill anything at that range of course, but it is still fun to shoot. I was jabbing at the idea that .308 are no good, sure there are plenty of ballistically superior cartrigdes out there, but that doesn't discount another. Just because the round of the day takes a little or even alot less elevation to get to its target does not make the .308 any less of a suitable cartridge. I'm not saying that its better, or worse, it just depends on the user and the application and any other factors you need in your rifle.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Cserv</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Don't plan on shooting beyond 700, but...
I realize the 300's balistics are better, but damn this thing is expensive to feed. I don't reload yet.
I have kicked around the thought of getting a new .223, so I can get more trigger time, and reach out a bit w/ the heavy bullets. But I do like the idea of the .308 as well. </div></div>
Save your money and buy a reloading setup. The only difference between the two is the amount of powder. You can download the wm to the anemic 308 if you'd like.
You'll find better ballistics with the 223 shooting heavies. If you want really cheap with poor ballistics, shoot a 22LR.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Cserv</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Don't plan on shooting beyond 700, but...
I realize the 300's balistics are better, but damn this thing is expensive to feed. I don't reload yet.
I have kicked around the thought of getting a new .223, so I can get more trigger time, and reach out a bit w/ the heavy bullets. But I do like the idea of the .308 as well. </div></div>
Save your money and buy a reloading setup. The only difference between the two is the amount of powder. You can download the wm to the anemic 308 if you'd like.
You'll find better ballistics with the 223 shooting heavies. If you want really cheap with poor ballistics, shoot a 22LR.
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Probably not real practical to change a WSM into a 308, you might be better to just buy a M70 in 308 and switch between the two.
Factory 308 ammo is generally cheaper than 300WSM ammo and the 223 is cheaper still if cost is the deciding factor. Reloading will save you money but takes a while to regain the cost of the setup. I can't remember when I last bought factory ammo, reloading is just more fun
Probably not real practical to change a WSM into a 308, you might be better to just buy a M70 in 308 and switch between the two.
Factory 308 ammo is generally cheaper than 300WSM ammo and the 223 is cheaper still if cost is the deciding factor. Reloading will save you money but takes a while to regain the cost of the setup. I can't remember when I last bought factory ammo, reloading is just more fun
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Goin'Hot</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Cserv</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Don't plan on shooting beyond 700, but...
I realize the 300's balistics are better, but damn this thing is expensive to feed. I don't reload yet.
I have kicked around the thought of getting a new .223, so I can get more trigger time, and reach out a bit w/ the heavy bullets. But I do like the idea of the .308 as well. </div></div>
Save your money and buy a reloading setup. The only difference between the two is the amount of powder. You can download the wm to the anemic 308 if you'd like.
You'll find better ballistics with the 223 shooting heavies. If you want really cheap with poor ballistics, shoot a 22LR.</div></div>
Have definitely kicked around the reloading, and doesn't make much sense to me to download. Like the .223, as I already have a carbine. And I do shoot alot of .22lr, staying on target at 200 w/ an almost 50yr old rifle is challenging.
Eric
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Goin'Hot</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Cserv</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Don't plan on shooting beyond 700, but...
I realize the 300's balistics are better, but damn this thing is expensive to feed. I don't reload yet.
I have kicked around the thought of getting a new .223, so I can get more trigger time, and reach out a bit w/ the heavy bullets. But I do like the idea of the .308 as well. </div></div>
Save your money and buy a reloading setup. The only difference between the two is the amount of powder. You can download the wm to the anemic 308 if you'd like.
You'll find better ballistics with the 223 shooting heavies. If you want really cheap with poor ballistics, shoot a 22LR.</div></div>
Have definitely kicked around the reloading, and doesn't make much sense to me to download. Like the .223, as I already have a carbine. And I do shoot alot of .22lr, staying on target at 200 w/ an almost 50yr old rifle is challenging.
Eric
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: coldboremiracle</div><div class="ubbcode-body">BTW, that was a joke. I shoot my .308 as far as 1400yds, I'm not gonna kill anything at that range of course, but it is still fun to shoot. I was jabbing at the idea that .308 are no good, sure there are plenty of ballistically superior cartrigdes out there, but that doesn't discount another. Just because the round of the day takes a little or even alot less elevation to get to its target does not make the .308 any less of a suitable cartridge. I'm not saying that its better, or worse, it just depends on the user and the application and any other factors you need in your rifle.</div></div>
I caught your humor coldbore, was just sayin... The .308 would be adequate for my shooting, but if I could do it w/ a .223, that would be nice too.
Thanks,
Eric
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: coldboremiracle</div><div class="ubbcode-body">BTW, that was a joke. I shoot my .308 as far as 1400yds, I'm not gonna kill anything at that range of course, but it is still fun to shoot. I was jabbing at the idea that .308 are no good, sure there are plenty of ballistically superior cartrigdes out there, but that doesn't discount another. Just because the round of the day takes a little or even alot less elevation to get to its target does not make the .308 any less of a suitable cartridge. I'm not saying that its better, or worse, it just depends on the user and the application and any other factors you need in your rifle.</div></div>
I caught your humor coldbore, was just sayin... The .308 would be adequate for my shooting, but if I could do it w/ a .223, that would be nice too.
Thanks,
Eric
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I love the .223 also, I shoot mine out to 1k if the wind isn't too bad. you just have to go with a tight twist and some heavy bullets. (like mine, see build thread below)
I love the .223 also, I shoot mine out to 1k if the wind isn't too bad. you just have to go with a tight twist and some heavy bullets. (like mine, see build thread below)
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^ Am leaning towards the reloading, and a new .223. After my .22lr upgrade, since I shoot it WAY more than anything else.
^ Am leaning towards the reloading, and a new .223. After my .22lr upgrade, since I shoot it WAY more than anything else.
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