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Re: Is a 6.5-284 a short action???

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07 April 2004, 09:25
fredj338
Re: Is a 6.5-284 a short action???
257H, it can be done, but the 140gr 6.5 bullets are so long they seat very deep into the case, not ideal. I think it would be better done on a Mauser action or std. M700, etc (JMO). I opted for a .260AI on my M700SA. It will be finished soon, stay tuned.