The Firing Line Forums - View Single Post - Very custom big bore whisper rifle. 700 long action?

mapsjanhere · August 3, 2012, 10:19 AM

As you're obviously going for something like a 50 BMG bullet in a 50 SW case (probably trimmed down to .532 to get rid of the half rim) you're better off with a long action. A P17 would be a great starting point, strong action, large opening; unfortunately these are getting scarce. If you can afford it, go for a CZ magnum system, all the space you want with an action build from modern steel.

August 3, 2012, 10:19 AM	#8
mapsjanhere Senior Member Join Date: August 6, 2009 Location: Albuquerque Posts: 2,832	As you're obviously going for something like a 50 BMG bullet in a 50 SW case (probably trimmed down to .532 to get rid of the half rim) you're better off with a long action. A P17 would be a great starting point, strong action, large opening; unfortunately these are getting scarce. If you can afford it, go for a CZ magnum system, all the space you want with an action build from modern steel. __________________ I used to love being able to hit hard at 1000 yards. As I get older I find hitting a mini ram at 200 yards with the 22 oddly more satisfying.