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TABING · January 14, 2007, 06:27 AM

45-70 case with 6.5mm bullet? I think (not sure) that is called "overebored".
that would be a 2 mile rifle. I recall in the book "Unintended Consequences" a fellow had a 30-06 case with 6mm bullet that was considered the ultimate long range cartridge.

I don't know but is there such a thing as 45-70 necked down to something as small as 6.5mm. Making those cases would probably take quite a few steps.

More feasable would be a 7mm bullet or 30 cal bullet, both of which have a large variety of bullets available. I especially like the 7mm because of it's sectional density. I have a couple of 7mm and 30 cal molds too!

I appreciate all the input as this has given me a variety of options to consider.

I also have to say that people on this Smithy forum seem to a lot more knowledgable than on the other forums here.

Thanks to all, and keep those ideas coming.

January 14, 2007, 06:27 AM	#12
TABING Senior Member Join Date: February 28, 1999 Location: White Mountains, AZ & Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Posts: 663	45-70 case with 6.5mm bullet? I think (not sure) that is called "overebored". that would be a 2 mile rifle. I recall in the book "Unintended Consequences" a fellow had a 30-06 case with 6mm bullet that was considered the ultimate long range cartridge. I don't know but is there such a thing as 45-70 necked down to something as small as 6.5mm. Making those cases would probably take quite a few steps. More feasable would be a 7mm bullet or 30 cal bullet, both of which have a large variety of bullets available. I especially like the 7mm because of it's sectional density. I have a couple of 7mm and 30 cal molds too! I appreciate all the input as this has given me a variety of options to consider. I also have to say that people on this Smithy forum seem to a lot more knowledgable than on the other forums here. Thanks to all, and keep those ideas coming.