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savage axis

Posted By: frito

savage axis - 12/16/13 10:32 PM

i was reading the info about the axis below. i was wondering if you can use the action on the axis and rebarrel it from a lft handed 30-06 to a 240 weatherby. the action is a lot cheaper but is it strong enough.
i've been looking for a 240 weatherby in left handed without paying an arm and a leg.
thanks
Posted By: Core-Lokt

Re: savage axis - 12/17/13 01:35 AM

The Axis has a strong, stiff action. It has a milled ejection slot instead of an open-top receiver like the Savage 1X/11X-series.

Doing a quick check, it seems the maximum pressure for the .240 Weatherby Magnum is 65K. That's also the same as for a .270, which I believe the Axis is available in. I don't think you'll have any issues.
Posted By: frito

Re: savage axis - 12/19/13 02:33 AM

thanks
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