I am down to the decision of caliber on a new custom rifle.
I have a Rem 700 SA and I am going to use the factory detachable magazine.
The rifle will be lighter than a 700 Varmint and heavier than a sporter.
I am thinking #4 or #5 barrel 23/24 long.
Windy day calling rifle, needs to be portable and have DRT authority.
No concern for single hole fur collecting.
60 to 75gr bullets in 22
75 to 90gr bullets in 243
85 to 120gr bullets in 264
Caliber is one of three 22/243, 243, or 260
I was considering Ackley Improved but I am concerned about feeding problems.
I have read that in the 22/243 don't do it......no need. It just waste barrel life fire forming.
Strait 243ai some say yes some say feeding from the magazine can be a problem.
On the 260 I like the stocker but a little more speed could be good if it will feed properly.
If you have had any of these calibers and or Ackley Improved what was your expieriance.
I have a Rem 700 SA and I am going to use the factory detachable magazine.
The rifle will be lighter than a 700 Varmint and heavier than a sporter.
I am thinking #4 or #5 barrel 23/24 long.
Windy day calling rifle, needs to be portable and have DRT authority.
No concern for single hole fur collecting.
60 to 75gr bullets in 22
75 to 90gr bullets in 243
85 to 120gr bullets in 264
Caliber is one of three 22/243, 243, or 260
I was considering Ackley Improved but I am concerned about feeding problems.
I have read that in the 22/243 don't do it......no need. It just waste barrel life fire forming.
Strait 243ai some say yes some say feeding from the magazine can be a problem.
On the 260 I like the stocker but a little more speed could be good if it will feed properly.
If you have had any of these calibers and or Ackley Improved what was your expieriance.