Phil

It seems like the only reason the M70 was created was to have a lighter weight version of the mauser98...Is this so? I like the weatherby mk.V action. I think this action can handle more pressure tha any other action? I would never waste a CRF action on something small like 22-250, but that's me. I doubt i would use one for anything under a .300 cal, just seems useless; I mean CRF MAUSER action. I would use a dakota or 70 for under 300 work. BTW, what is the difference between Ed Brown's CRF 702 and the dakota76? And the Mato for that matter. Did Beretta buy the right to copy the dakota..it seems so similar; better: it seems so Identical.

best action is too controversial for me. I don't have any dogmas..including in regard to actions, so I'm out. But, for a biggie like, as you said 458, i would use a mauser, maybe m76 or m70, but definitely a 98! On the other hand, i would risk my life with a push-feed lke the Mark V, as would and as do many others, especially the Norwegians who love the 460WBY MAG, eh!!

The Heym SR-series and Schultz Larzen rifles are also, exceptional pieces, from whay I've noted. I'm rambling, but I also have an affinity for the P-17 on a big A-Square!

see ya

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Originally posted by Greyghost:
Rated from 1-5 which actions would you all rank best for building your next custom hunting rifle. Say in calibers ranging anywhere from the 22-250 on up to the 458 Win Mag, and on up if you wish.

Phil

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22-250/458WM MAUSER

Vektor
Winchester pre 64 style
Musgrave( now Truvelo)
Dakota
Old FN 98 Sako's
As the bore diameter goes up the stakes get bigger would you really want to hunt with a push feed gun for Elephant or buffalo.

I forgot to put BRNO and CZ

[This message has been edited by alekojjensen (edited 03-20-2002).]

everything in-between can be built on a Mauser action.

Actually, with the 22-250, I would just buy a Savage heavy barrel like I did, shoots under 1/2 MOA

I have not had a pleasant experience dealing with Dakota.

2) Mauser 98

3) Weatherby Mark V

4) Remington Model 700

5) Ruger M-77 Mark II

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[This message has been edited by allen day (edited 03-20-2002).]

For a open country rifle the pre-64 M-70 is still my favorite. I wish they had a tang safety however.

I have come to believe that the Winchester model 70 is the best alround action....according to the gunsmiths and professional people and books I have read.

I don't think you need a control feed action to hunt whitetail deer, no offense to the African crowd. It does however make sense to have a proven, trouble free type safety on any gun.

Varminting: almost anything can be made to work but it's hard to argue with Rem 700/721/722/40X.

Big Game Hunting and more: Mauser 98 as the remainder on my list are essentially copies, Enfield P17, Rem 30, Win pre-64 70, other copies.

Never ever a Weatherby!!

I also have a Huskavarna, but in 30-06, a superb rifle but I believe mine is a small ring mauser not the large ring typically found in Mauser 98 action. you may want to check before changing triggers, I think timney makes one for your husky.

For rounds built on 308 Win (260, 243, 7-08, 308 etc) cases the Rem 700 short action would be ideal.

For cartridges based on the '06 case and you are looking for precision, I'd go with the 700 Rem Long action. If you are looking for a hunting rifle, either the Win 70 or the Mauser 98 are good actions to work with.

Medium Bore magnums (7mm, 338 and 300) go with the Rem 700 or Win 70.

Big bore cartridges and the Big 416 and 458 Magnums you would want to use the Brno, P14 or Mauser 98 actions.

My thoughts

Pete

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I want to die in my sleep like my Grandfather, not screaming and yelling like the passengers on the bus he was driving...

MM

I like the Win. Mod 70 control feeds both pre 64 and the new ones. the Dakota is a fine copy of the Mod 70 with some nice improvements, but too costly for me.

I have a soft spot for the 99 Savages and Win. 94 but thats off the subjects here.

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ray@atkinsonhunting.com
atkinsonhunting.com

Phil

#2 Pre 64 Model 70

#3 98 Mausers, Peruvian, Argentine, Mexican 1910, G33/40

#4 Short action favorite, if I could find one and then afford it is a Kurtz 98.

#5 Big boomer - brevex

#6 BRNO 602 with the pop up peep sight ( I know it is 98, but I just love that sight)

BTW, Allen, I am up early in Vegas waiting for the time to pass so I can go to the SCI show. My watch has noticeably slowed down. My children were born faster than this.

Chic

Encore Single*Shot

20 ga rifle slug barrel

50 Cal In-line muzzle loader

300 wm 24" stainless

338-06 24" stainless

308 14" pistol

same trigger same feel same results. Success

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From my cold, dead hands!
Thanks Chuck!