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Which .300WM?

17 Jul 2014
@ 12:35 am (GMT)

Scott Sharman

I'm looking at adding a 300 WM to the safe. Traditionally I've bought Remington but I've also recently picked up a Weatherby Vanguard in .243 which I'm happy with.

For this project the Tikka T3 stainless laminated was looking good until I re-read Nathan's Practical Guide.

What I'm after;
    .300 win mag</ul>
      Stainless (unless I get talked out of it)</ul>
        Good mag length</ul>
          Price sub $1,500AUD</ul>
            Good Parts availability</ul>
              Overall good value</ul>

              I've considered:

                Rem 700 (SPS, 5R, Sendero)</ul>
                  Howa/Vanguard</ul>
                    Win 70 EW (Pricey)</ul>
                      CZ 550 (no stainless and limited options)</ul>
                        Savage Weather Warrior</ul>

                        The rifle will be used for stalking and longer range hunting for deer, goats and pigs.

                        I'm tempted to stick with what I know but interested in other options and peoples experiences with these rifles.

                        Cheers

                        Scott

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                        17 Jul 2014
                        @ 09:42 pm (GMT)

                        sllindsay

                        Re: Which .300WM?
                        Scott,
                        I can't speak specifically to the 300WM aspect, but I am absolutely sold on the Rem 700 platform - I have three and I love every one. However, I have replaced the triggers with Timneys. One is a 5R in .308 and that is my absolute favorite rifle. The 5R in 300WM would be my choice, for what it's worth.
                        sl
                        17 Jul 2014
                        @ 09:48 pm (GMT)

                        Scott Sharman

                        Re: Which .300WM?
                        Quote:
                        Scott,
                        I can't speak specifically to the 300WM aspect, but I am absolutely sold on the Rem 700 platform - I have three and I love every one. However, I have replaced the triggers with Timneys. One is a 5R in .308 and that is my absolute favorite rifle. The 5R in 300WM would be my choice, for what it's worth.
                        sl


                        Thanks mate. I also have a 5R in .308 which is a great rifle. Its very tempting to go there again.
                        18 Jul 2014
                        @ 01:13 am (GMT)

                        faulkner

                        Re: Which .300WM?
                        Scott,
                        I am a sucker for a Sako AV actions but the Rem 700 is a close second (sender/R5mill-spec)! Both have a mag well in the 3.600" length whack will get you the most from a 300 win mag. Cheers Aj
                        18 Jul 2014
                        @ 04:36 am (GMT)

                        mark whiteley

                        Re: Which .300WM?
                        the only thing I can say about your choice is look at OAL,
                        don't get something you need to load short to fit, maybe winchester,
                        regards mark
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