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OK, if I do this it will be starting from scratch with an action.
What bolt face do I need for a 243.
I'm thinking maybe send it to PacNor for a 3 grove 9 twist barrel, 23 inch in some light weight number, then find a good smith and have it pillar bedded in a Micky.
Comments?
This is intended for a girl, currently 13 who will never be very big.
Last edited by Tracks; 10/22/15.
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Same bolt face as a .308 or 7-08; 0.473". Spin it faster rather than slower; 1-9" should work well. Maybe go 21". Otherwise, you're in the berries.
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I guess the 243 would be the best choice for what I want it to do, but for some reason I've never learned to like the 243.
I'll do a bit of study before I decide.
Thanks to all for the input. You may be like me. My experience with a 243 was more than 40 years ago when premium bullets were a rarity to say the least. Saw lots of C&C bullets break apart and not do their job. Today that is not a problem and the 243 is at least adequate for deer sized game with decent shot placement.
I am continually astounded at how quickly people make up their minds on little evidence or none at all.
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Twist the 243 at 8". You'll be happier.
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