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I used to see the Savage 75 year anniversary 99s fairly often at the gun shows back in the 90s. They didnt get much attention and usually sat for a long time

At first I was thinking it might be a 18" barrel, but 16" makes sense. I've considered a 450 BM before, but already have a 22" and 18" 45-70 barrel thus what I currently have.

However, the whole 450 BM 99 may have to go into my longer term project list. I think that is so cool. Is it a stainless barrel? I was thinking over the thought of taking a late model 308 and making it a 6.5 CM for my daughter to use, but this whole 450 BM might jump in front.

I'll take a picture of my current Texas dangerous game rifle that's a single shot. I need to finish the stock work after I finish a house project for my wife.

I love single shots and would love to see pics of your project. a 45-70 Single shot is a cool thing.

I would not convert any Savage 99 to 6.5 Creedmoor as they are rated to 62,000 psi (Saami). It is hit or miss whether the action you would build on would flex with that type of pressure or not. Savage 99's don't do high pressure well.

The 22-250 cartridge is spec'd at 62,000 psi also.

So I don't see a reason to do it.. but a later 99C at least would probably be able to handle a 6.5 Creedmoor. Same as a 338 Federal.

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The 22-250 cartridge is spec'd at 62,000 psi also.

So I don't see a reason to do it.. but a later 99C at least would probably be able to handle a 6.5 Creedmoor. Same as a 338 Federal.[/quote]

Maybe, but from my experience the actions including the 99C are hit and miss for locking up with higher pressure cartridges. Most likely no problems I would imagine, but you are definitely rolling the dice. I am not sure about the 6.5 Creedmoor, because I have not heard anything about it in the 99, but for sure there are cases of the Savage 99 locking up with the .338 conversion.

Let's see if this works. Still need to cut the flutes, add the grip cap and the white lines to match, etc. And sorry the work bench is cluttered.

On the 308 to 6.5 CM. The pressure of the 308 and the 6.5 CM are rated the same @ 62k PSI, and would have the same calculated bolt thrust. However, I understand the thought on not making that conversation. For me, I'd rather have one in 7/08. But, they are a bit pricey as original. Considering just re-barreling a 99c to 7/08. I like the thought of 6.5CM just due to ammo availability and not having to reload.

Very nice! That should get the job done with style!

Converting a 308 to 260 Rem makes a lot more sense than 6.5 C

Hi FSJeeper,

What twist rate does your 450 have? The standard 1 in 24"?

Thank you.

Txtrout,

I started my 450 Bushmaster adventure with a Ruger Scout in 450 Bushmaster which comes with a 1 in 16" barrel twist. I handload and had nothing but superb accuracy with the 1 in 16 twist and that is what all of my 450 bushmaster rifles have now. Two Custom Mausers, two Savage 99's. I am sold on the 1 in 16 barrel twist rate and have 4 years experience with it now.

A lot of people and custom rifle builders go with the 1 in 24 inch twist rate for the 450 BM. This clearly must work also or there would not be so much attention to them.

All I can speak for is the 1 in 16 twist for the 450 Bushmaster. I can recommend this based on experience. If you go to the Ruger boards, you'll also find happiness with their 1 in 16 twist bolt and AR rifles.

Thanks for the twist info. That's great to know. I have a couple of 1 in 16" twist blanks that can be used for this potential future project.

If you are setup for 45 70, there is no practical difference between it and the 450 BM. The only reason for the 450 BM is to run it in a short action to get the 45 70 performance. Otherwise, the 45 70 makes things a lot easier.

I agree no practical reason. I have a couple of 45 ACP single shots planned and the thought of a 450 BM has always been in my mind due to easier to get less expensive factory ammo for if I don't want to have to reload, etc over 45-70.