I have an idea to build a wildcat using the 6.5x68rimmed case as a base from which to start. Has anyone got information on wildcats with 400 yard+ capabilities on game as large as big mule deer.Something that will better 25-06 performance and not eat barrels The case and caliber can be changed but will need to stay with the rimmed case for use in a singleshot action . Any ideas and info would be greatly appreciated

Just improve it.

Rich

There is the 257 Banshee...improved version of the 8x68 case.

Rembo,

that was me, nearly twenty years ago in Precision Shooting Magazine.
I'm flattered that someone remembered it.
George Vais did quite a business in converting Savage 112's from 25-06 for several years, wore out a reamer.

regards,

Rich

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Originally posted by Idaho Sharpshooter:
Rembo,

that was me, nearly twenty years ago in Precision Shooting Magazine.
I'm flattered that someone remembered it.
George Vais did quite a business in converting Savage 112's from 25-06 for several years, wore out a reamer.

regards,

Rich

I remember the article..there was a local guy about 10 years ago that had one built on a Mark V action with a McMillan stock...never forget it...

where could I get info on the 257 banshee case dimintions capacity and where to get someone with load data

Medicine Hat

Medicine Hat,

Keith Francis at JGS made my reamers about 1990. They sold several a year for a long time. They will Email you a reamer print if you call and ask.

Rich

Medicinehat Check with TNT Guns in Regina. I believe they have reamers ,dies and data for several 6.5x68 or 8x68 wildcats.