18 January 2007, 10:35
varmintshooter375
I would like to know what is the best action for a 338/338rum/375h-h/375rum in stainless. want one of these cals.I was thinking rem 700xcr but I dont no if it will hold up.please help.
18 January 2007, 23:36
varmintshooterno jaming good feed and hing plate no clip
18 January 2007, 23:44
The MetalsmithWell this is going to depend on your budget as well and also if you're wanting a custom or factory. IMHO the Remmy XCR will hold up to pretty much anything you throw at it, and it's currently chambered for all of those rounds. These rifles are accurate right out of the box and are incredibly tough. Now, the bad part, these rifles are push feed and do not feature the non-rotating claw extractor found on Winchesters, Mausers and Springfield 1903's, to name a few. This feature is called controlled feed, at all times the round is controlled by the rifle, while the Remington pops them up and they sit uncontrolled inside of the action until they enter the chamber.
I'd say if you're after dangerous game, stick with a controlled feed rifle, even take a look at Ruger as they offer some incredible rifles. If you're after non-dangerous game, push feed will be perfectly fine. Good luck!
19 January 2007, 01:13
varmintshooterthanks for the advice I can't make up my mind on these calls I like the 338rum .I want it for elk and moose and bear .why u say is I'v seen elk take a good shot from 338 and go away same with moose I need somthing to pond through bush and whats ever behind that.
19 January 2007, 09:52
Idaho SharpshooterBuy a stainless CRF late-model 70 in 375 H&H and rebore it to the RUM.
Rich
DRSS
19 January 2007, 15:18
HARDBALLERV, As much as I like my M70 classic stainless 375 H&H, the Remington XCR will work just fine. How about one of the Tikka 338 Win Mag Stainless with a laminated stock? Ammo is easier to find and she shoots plenty flat.
19 January 2007, 19:36
Rodney H.{500Jeffery}My preference is the model 70 classic stainless in 375H&H, it is lightwieght for caliber, has good iron sights, has a matte finish, and not to expensive, especially if you can find a used one. These are/ were good rifles for the money. R.