300 wsm or .284

[simkokkin]

I'm going to build a new rifle I will shoot from the bench at 600 - 1000 yards and will also use for hunting. I've decided on either a 300wsm or a .284 . Which do you guys think is better when you look at barrel life, recoil and long range capability?
I would appreciate any help.

 

[billyburl2]

Re: 300 wsm or .284

If I had it to all over again, I would probably combine them! The 7wsm sounds great!

 

[18Echo]

Re: 300 wsm or .284

I like the BC's on .284 bullets. If you are going to build one though, build it on a long action to seat the bullets long and free up some powder space.

 

[cpermd]

Re: 300 wsm or .284

7mm WSM and never look back.
It is the cat's ass!

CP

 

[WunderDog]

Re: 300 wsm or .284

I have to agree with this one, the 7WSM is pretty close to the best of both worlds. I am having one built as we speak (actually 7mm-300WSM just to make things harder than they need to be!)

 

[steve123]

Re: 300 wsm or .284

More knock down power/recoil with the 300WSM/210's-208's,2800-2850 fps same barrel life as 284win.Holds the 10 shot 1000 yard benchrest light gun world record.Happened right before my very eyes!

Slightly better BC with 284/180's,2800-2850 fps with a barrel less than 28".Better brass with the 284...Lapua.Holds the F-class 1000 yard record.

Both approx 2000 rounds barrel life for match accuracy.

Tough choice!

Steve

 

[ChadTRG42]

Re: 300 wsm or .284

The 7mm bullets will give you better BC and less weight, so you can push them faster. The 284 is a great tactical round. For a bench gun, I'd lean to a faster round, maybe 7WSM or 7 Rem Mag. For 600-1K, you need a heavy 308 bullet, like the 208 A-max or 210 VLD. So, the 300WSM would not be myu first choice. A 300WM is a good option, or a 300 RUM. Fit the rifle with a heavy barrel and you'd be set.

 

[simkokkin]

Re: 300 wsm or .284

Thanks guys. I'm sold on the 7WSM.