Would 300wsm action fit into a .308 sa stock

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Would 300wsm action fit into a .308 sa stock

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Hi all, just having a bit of trouble finding info on the net. Ive got a stock for a Remington 700 .308sa and was wanting to know if a Remington 700 300wsm would drop straight in?
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Should do mate, I think its only internally that they are different, but as I have never played with one I guess I cant claim expertise. Know anyone with one to try ??
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I don't, but there's one on used guns that's teasing me to try it out!
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I don't think so. Ask Kickinback, he would know. I have a 300 wsm but its a Winchester so cant measure for you
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http://www.longrangehunting.com/forums/ ... ndex2.html

try google. This is the first hit and I didn't open any of the rest. Might not directly answer your question but worth reading
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Re: Would 300wsm action fit into a .308 sa stock

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Action will fit, but barrel inlet will need to be relieved - the 308 is a standard sporter and the 300WSM is a magnum sporter.
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Re: Would 300wsm action fit into a .308 sa stock

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I know a stiller Tac 30 SA (rem clone) mag boltface will fit. As Jason has said, some relieving of the barrel channel will be needed.


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Thanks for the information guys, much appreciated!
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