7mm 110 action can I convert to 338 lapua

[tc_firefighter311]

Hello I'm new to savageshooters.com wondering if I can conver my 110 7mm action to a 338 lapua. I have 2 other 7mm's just looking for something different. What do I need if so, an new bolt face.

[Jamie]

No, well you can but is definitely not safe. You can do a 338 Edge which is cheaper on components and faster than the Lapua.

[44magleo]

The 7mm Mag has a .532 rim diameter. The 338 Lapua has a .588. You would need to get a bolt head for a .588 rim, then will it even fit in your rifle? The COAL length would be a bit long for a standard length action.
I might go with a 338 Win. or maybe a 330 Dakota. It has a .545 rim, no belt and can push 250 gr bullets 2800 fps.
Leo

[Jamie]

The LM action is supposedly heat treaded different than standard actions. Most feel that the LM is even border line on them. The LM has a lot of bolt thrust. That will cause set back where the lugs contact the action. So while it is a simple swap to make it physically fit, it is a very unsafe build.

[RP12]

The LM action is supposedly heat treaded different than standard actions. Most feel that the LM is even border line on them. The LM has a lot of bolt thrust. That will cause set back where the lugs contact the action. So while it is a simple swap to make it physically fit, it is a very unsafe build.That's probably the best answer to that question, thanks.

[tc_firefighter311]

After about 10 hours of research, thats what every one is saying, What about a 338 edge build on a 110 7mm action. Would it be safe?
Ballistics look to be close on the 2, Just about every on says the brass is only good for 2 or 3 rounds at most 5 shots? Would i be better to just start off will a suergon action and build a 338 lapua, Or would the savage action be good for a 338 edge?

[yobuck]

ive always looked at it this way. what im willing to put my face next to is one thing.
but do i want my sons putting their face next to it also?
the way we hunt is there is one gun sitting on a bench. we all have our own large glasses.
whoever spots the deer gets the shot except me. there are lots of places to be cheap besides actions.

[tyler.woodard04]

Why do you want a round that size? I'm not opposed to it just wondering your reason

[RP12]

Why do you want a round that size? I'm not opposed to it just wondering your reason Something different, it's in his OP.

[tyler.woodard04]

Right but hunting, target, steel, sect?

[geargrinder]

After about 10 hours of research, thats what every one is saying, What about a 338 edge build on a 110 7mm action. Would it be safe?
Ballistics look to be close on the 2, Just about every on says the brass is only good for 2 or 3 rounds at most 5 shots? Would i be better to just start off will a suergon action and build a 338 lapua, Or would the savage action be good for a 338 edge?

Savage is a great action for a single shot 338 Edge. Smaller bolt face than the Lapua so there is less bolt thrust. The Edge also outperforms the Lapua by a small margin. Repeater is possible, but more trouble than it is worth.

Using a reasonable load, I've been able to get more than 5 loads on Rem brass. The new Bertram brass through Shawn Carlock is supposed to be much tougher. On par with Lapua.

[RP12]

Right but hunting, target, steel, sect?I'm changing my reply, as reading it back it sounded sarcastic to me. Everyone would like to build a 338 Lapua just because, right ?:thumb: