crf to push feed

[dlaboone]

I have a 300wsm,I dont really like the crf.Is is possible to convert it to push feed?If so what bolt head?would it feed properly?I realize i would have to re headspace it with a different bolt head.It is a model 16 with dbm.Thanks

[bootsmcguire]

To convert, just change to a WSM pushfeed bolt face and remove the standing ejector from your action. You can also use a converted LA-Magnum bolt face, but it must be shortened. There is a thread with pics here someplace, in the "Savage FAQ" section IIRC. With a CF mag it would feed well as Savage changed to pushfeed with the CF mags. They went CRF with the older SF mags to get it to feed the WSMs.

[dlaboone]

So i thought mine was considered centerfeed with the detachable mag?the new ones now are push feed then?

[bootsmcguire]

My understanding is that the earlier WSM rifles were SF and they utilized CRF to get them to feed properly. Later when they went to the CF magazines the CRF was unnecessary as the CF would allow the pushfeed to reliably feed the WSMs. Now I would not be suprised if there was an overlap time where they used CRF with the CF before they went strictly pushfeed, that I am not sure and hopefully a member with that knowledge can chime in.

Here is a link to a pic of a CF-DBM
http://www.wholesalehunter.com/product.asp?productid=1006445

Here is a pic of a SF-DBM
http://www.wholesalehunter.com/product.asp?productid=1013996

DISCLAIMER: These links are to a vendor site of some kind. I just searched google for a pic of each for you and this is what I found. I am in no way endorsing those sites nor am I affiliated with them in any way nor have I personally ever used their services or made purchases from them. They are listed for image reference only.

[dlaboone]

By the pics u posted mine is definitely cf.Where would a guy find a wsm push feed bolt head? I cant seem to find one.Thanks

[bootsmcguire]

I would give SSS a call. You could also check Numerich's website www.gunpartscorp.com. What may be simpler is buy a LA-Magnum boltface (like for a 7RM or a 300WM) and just shorten it. The rear "stem" just needs to be shortened for it to work IIRC, and of course reheadspace. A local machine shop could do the shortening for you easily. There is a thread here someplace that shows the difference. I think I have a SA and LA head in my parts that I can measure for you and get the dimensions. I'll try to check tomorrow.

[dlaboone]

Thanks Boots appreciate your help!!