First off, I am well aware of the low round count that could be expected from BOTH of these cartidges but would enjoy input on which one MIGHT offer slightly better barrel life.
This project rifle would NEVER see competition, varmint town, or fast follow up shot use...so I can just about eliminate heat between shots.
Mostly a bench gun that might see some VERY limited use as a hunting rifle from Shooting Houses so weight is not a HUGE concern but will be avoided if it can easily be done.
I want to shoot the longest, highest BC bullets I can for either round so action/DBM length will be a high priority for me. I do not want a barrel any longer than 26" and it will be fluted and threaded for a break.
This will be a 'mid grade' budget build...not 'el cheapo' but not premium because I want to be able to use it in the field and not be totally focused on being 'careful' not to scratch it!
I am thinking Savage Stainless Action with Accutrigger. I like the Accutrigger. I am thinking Broughton for the barrel.
I want/like adj stocks...LOP and Cheek Piece. McMillan, Manners, and McRees are all options but still open minded here...
If I went with 6mm AI it would be on the long action so I can difinitely maximize COL. What mag system is best for this action length?
What mag system in WSM is best for LONG bullets, or would 6.5mm bullets even be an issue in most DBM WSM systems?
Now, for the hard part...which cartridge to build for?
I would like to acheive 3/4 MOA or better if possible...
6mm 115 DTACS at 3200 with BC of .585
6.5mm 140 Bergers at 3200 with BC of .610
I have no need for varmint or light weight bullets, the only hunting would be on medium game so 'tough' bonded type hunting bullets would be used in those cases...advantage 6.5 WSM with more energy on target with a better selection of medium game type bullets.
Punching paper with the 6mm AI would be easier on the shoulder and cheaper to load for as well as having much more load data available...
Please...tell me what you think!
This project rifle would NEVER see competition, varmint town, or fast follow up shot use...so I can just about eliminate heat between shots.
Mostly a bench gun that might see some VERY limited use as a hunting rifle from Shooting Houses so weight is not a HUGE concern but will be avoided if it can easily be done.
I want to shoot the longest, highest BC bullets I can for either round so action/DBM length will be a high priority for me. I do not want a barrel any longer than 26" and it will be fluted and threaded for a break.
This will be a 'mid grade' budget build...not 'el cheapo' but not premium because I want to be able to use it in the field and not be totally focused on being 'careful' not to scratch it!
I am thinking Savage Stainless Action with Accutrigger. I like the Accutrigger. I am thinking Broughton for the barrel.
I want/like adj stocks...LOP and Cheek Piece. McMillan, Manners, and McRees are all options but still open minded here...
If I went with 6mm AI it would be on the long action so I can difinitely maximize COL. What mag system is best for this action length?
What mag system in WSM is best for LONG bullets, or would 6.5mm bullets even be an issue in most DBM WSM systems?
Now, for the hard part...which cartridge to build for?
I would like to acheive 3/4 MOA or better if possible...
6mm 115 DTACS at 3200 with BC of .585
6.5mm 140 Bergers at 3200 with BC of .610
I have no need for varmint or light weight bullets, the only hunting would be on medium game so 'tough' bonded type hunting bullets would be used in those cases...advantage 6.5 WSM with more energy on target with a better selection of medium game type bullets.
Punching paper with the 6mm AI would be easier on the shoulder and cheaper to load for as well as having much more load data available...
Please...tell me what you think!