Talk me out of the 7mm wsm

[MudRunner2005]

I think if you're a reloading tinkier cartridges like the Sherman are wonderful. I think the average reloader will quickly tire are dealing with all the steps needed . My father and I are prolific loaders but back in the 90s the only readily available hot 7s were the 7 Rem Mag and the 7 Weatherby, then the 7 STW showed up. So, we built a couple of STWs. Well there was no brass so we had to make brass from 300 Weatherby cases by fireforming . There was no 8mm Rem brass available to neck down. Needless to say it was great fun for the first year but quickly became a pain in ---. It was a huge relief when Rem started making factory brass. I actually got a lot more service from the title then. It soured me on reloading for awhile.

On the 7 WSM I'm not sure where you can get ammo or brass. A friend built one and he had a heck of a time finding brass and at the time the factory ammo had dried up. If you want a WSM I'd build a 300. Our of the 3 WSMs it's the most efficient and can handle the largest range of bullets . I've owned one, my son and father both still own one. I reloaded for mine for 10 years and still reload for my son's. We've shot hundreds of rounds in them and killed Coues deer, mule deer, elk, antelope and African Plains game . I think if you study the ballistics you'll find the 300 using 150gr to 200gr bullets is very efficient and there are tons of bullets. All three of our 300s love the Berger 190 VLD for longer range reach . For tougher targets like Plains Game the 180 Barnes TTSX or Hornady GMX also shot very good. There is a reason the 300 was really the only commercial survivor of the 3. I had a 270 WSM but the lack of high BC bullets makes it fairly limited in the long range department .

Anyway, good luck with your choice I hope it's a pack driver. I'm working on loads for my new 6.5 PRC.

The 7mm STW has been around since '79...

 

[xsn10s]

Back to the original thought, Savage 16 standard or large shank? Savage moved WSM cases to a large shank barrel with more metal for a reason. Maybe just lawyers. Also changing bolt head to a .535 is more than 1 part swap. Quoting the Mrs... "Just sayin'".

I think you may want to research the Savage 16 action. I don't think it's a true "short action" so you might be able to seat the rounds out further out. But you will require the bolt head change. I thought about this long and hard and at the time brass was harder to get. So I decided I'll get either a 7mm Rem Mag or a 300 Win Mag for elk latter on.

 

[Ndfarmer]

You will have no problems running a 7wsm in a small shank if it was one. I run a 338 edge in a small shank with no problems. My savage 16 would feed 300 wsm loaded with a 2.96 coal just fine. Haven't been able to load any 7saum yet.

 

[1greywolf]

Sounds like you like to poke the hornets nest. lol

 

[grouse]

I have a couple savage 7wsm barrels if interested. I moved to carbon so I don't need them.

 

[Tin Tin]

Howdy folks,
Long time lurker, first time poster.

I've got a Savage 16 short action needing a new barrel. I've got 30 cals and 6.5s but I've been thinking about the 7mm due the bullet selection. I want a long-range capable elk rifle so I definitely want more velocity than a 7-08. I'd rather have a 280AI or 28 Nosler, but I'm stuck with the SA.

I've thought about the 6.5-284 and the 7mm RSAUM. But I can readily find factory loads in 7WSM and I'll reload whatever after I get some brass.

I'm looking at Shilens but orders take 8-12 weeks...anything else I should consider?

Thanks!

Hi, go for the 7mm REM Mag and you will have an all around big game rifle for whatever NOrth American big game that awaits you out ther from short to long range distanaces if equipped with good optics.
There is a wide variety of ammo available over the counter anywher in any sport shop even found in smaller communities and prices are very affordable and will not burst your wallet. Prices for ammo are so affordable that you will be able to spend more time shooting at the range and becoming the top shooter you want to be on your future hunts!
Good luck!

 

[Rick Richard]

Hi, go for the 7mm REM Mag and you will have an all around big game rifle for whatever NOrth American big game that awaits you out ther from short to long range distanaces if equipped with good optics.
There is a wide variety of ammo available over the counter anywher in any sport shop even found in smaller communities and prices are very affordable and will not burst your wallet. Prices for ammo are so affordable that you will be able to spend more time shooting at the range and becoming the top shooter you want to be on your future hunts!
Good luck!

But he is shooting a SHORT ACTION.

 

[IndianaMatt]

But he is shooting a SHORT ACTION.

I know it's annoying

 

[tbrice23]

Four pages and the OP hasn't even responded, we don't know if he is even reading this.

 

[xsn10s]

The simplest thing to do would be build a standard 284. And look into the 116 action and exist COAL. I'm suspecting you be able to seat out much farther than a standard short action. I know with the LRP's they are able to seat them long.

 

[xsn10s]

Four pages and the OP hasn't even responded, we don't know if he is even reading this.

LOL that's a good point haha.

 

[Tidus56]

It happens a lot on this forum. A question is asked and the OP is never heard from again. Makes you wonder.

 

[therifleman556]

Says he was last seen 20 minutes ago. Maybe he just doesn't give a $#!+ anymore.

 

[IndianaMatt]

The simplest thing to do would be build a standard 284. And look into the 116 action and exist COAL. I'm suspecting you be able to seat out much farther than a standard short action. I know with the LRP's they are able to seat them long.

The OP that probably isn't reading this - posted for a mag bolt face.