280 or IMP?

16 January 2002, 10:53

<seven17>

280 or IMP?

I've been wondering this so I decided to put it to you folks. Is my 24" short chambered 280 barrel (mauser 98) long enough to enjoy the presumed benefits of the Ackley improved 40 degree version? It would'nt be my first "wildcat" and I have access to either set of dies. Rifle is not built yet but I have most of the parts. A couple of others need to be finished yet but you know how it is when a brainstorm hits and the ideas come faster than the money!

16 January 2002, 11:15

ramrod340

It is in my opinion.

17 January 2002, 05:06

Stonecreek

Sure.

18 January 2002, 05:37

fla3006

Yes. For awhile I had a Brno ZG-47 chambered in 280 Improved, 24" barrel. It was capable of significantly higher velocity than the Remington version, great accuracy, with just a little additional powder, recoil, etc.

19 January 2002, 16:00

<seven17>

Good. That's what I was hoping to hear! Maybe someday I can let you all know how it shoots! Phil