Action for a 300 Norma build

[brado16]

Looking to build a 300 Norma but am unsure what size boltface will be needed? I understand the standard Rem 700 Mag bolt face is too small for the 300 Norma but at the same time, 338LM can be built on a rem 700 mag boltface although it is not ideal. I'm looking at pulling the trigger on a Tac300 for the build but wanted to see if I could get some advise/feedback on here first. Thank you in advance for any help.

 

[RWSGunsmithing]

Re: Action for a 300 Norma build

I don't think stiller offers a lapua bolt face in the tac300 actions? I beleive the only action they make and offer with the 338 bolt face is the tac338.

 

[brado16]

Re: Action for a 300 Norma build

RWS thanks for the quick reply. I guess my question is can I get by with a rem 700LA with a mag boltface for a 300 Norma or do I need to jump up to a lapua boltface? I believe you are correct about the Tac300 not being available in a LM boltface.

 

[6XC]

Re: Action for a 300 Norma build

You will need a Lapua bolt face for the .300 Norma Magnum.

 

[Dirty D]

Re: Action for a 300 Norma build

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Brado16</div><div class="ubbcode-body">RWS thanks for the quick reply. I guess my question is can I get by with a rem 700LA with a mag boltface for a 300 Norma or do I need to jump up to a lapua boltface? I believe you are correct about the Tac300 not being available in a LM boltface. </div></div>

Have Robert build you one, I have some time (not enough) behind one of his 300NM's and it is a truly impressive rifle.

 

[brado16]

Re: Action for a 300 Norma build

Everyone thanks for the feedback so far, greatly appreciated.

Wheels- what bullets are you shooting and at what speeds? Is setup as a hunting or BR rifle?

 

[Dirty D]

Re: Action for a 300 Norma build

208 A-Max's and I believe the rifle owner (unfortunately not me) said they were chronographed at 3300 fps. Surgeon action in an XLR chassis. If I could find a buyer for a kidney I would have Robert build me a clone of that rig. Recoil with a Surefire brake was a long slow push, very manageable.

Edited to correct bullet.

 

[ollie]

Re: Action for a 300 Norma build

A friend of mine had his built on a rem 700 long action that started out as a 30/06. Dave Bruno did the smithing work and even made a quicky clip "spl?" work.

 

[propulsionclimbing]

Re: Action for a 300 Norma build

+1 on having Robert at RWS Gunsmithing build it for you. He built mine and the workmanship is as good as it gets. Turnaround time was also very quick, and his prices are more than fair.