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scope eye
03-21-2015, 11:11 AM
Can a BA action bolt head which is .550 thick fit a regular 110 bolt, and if not can it be machined to fit.

Dean
scooterf79
03-21-2015, 12:42 PM
Deano....
What in the world kinda cartridge are you coming up with now? 17-338 Lapua and maybe 4 billion fps? Lol....I dont have an answer but I couldn't resist.... ..
Scooter
scope eye
03-21-2015, 01:06 PM
No just some extra insurance, for those shooting large calibers out of a small shank action.

Dean
scooterf79
03-21-2015, 01:21 PM
Oh ok....surely you can see where I came up with my idea 😉
Scooter
scope eye
03-21-2015, 01:36 PM
I will be pleading the fifth on that one.
Dean
LoneWolf
03-21-2015, 01:55 PM
17x338 lapua would probably require a 1 in 60 twist barrel or more if it was even feasible. Barrell might last through load development. But I like joking on Dean as well lol.
Robinhood
03-21-2015, 02:03 PM
Yes, the 9/16ths bolt head can be used . The barrel will screw in to the action less obviously.
scope eye
03-21-2015, 02:19 PM
If anyone knows where to get one let me know, I want to buy one so I can see what's involved.

Dean
scope eye
03-21-2015, 02:26 PM
Yes, the 9/16ths bolt head can be used . The barrel will screw in to the action less obviously.

How much less, two or three threads maybe.

Dean
scope eye
03-21-2015, 02:42 PM
Question is now, I know there is a 300 Win Mag model, I wonder if it has the thicker lug like the 338 Lapua without the .580 opening.

Dean
LoneWolf
03-21-2015, 03:10 PM
You could have PTG do a custom bolt head for you if what you're looking for isn't available.
Robinhood
03-21-2015, 03:22 PM
How much less, two or three threads maybe.

Dean

Roughly 2.5 turns/threads.
Hotolds442
03-21-2015, 03:42 PM
Each turn of a 20tpi barrel is .050".
sharpshooter
03-21-2015, 07:29 PM
You will still need the longer firing pin.