219 Donaldson Wasp Bolt Head

[CrewDog]

Hello.... I would like some info from other Barrel Nut enthusiasts. I want to build
a 219 DW on a 110 action. This particular cartridge is built around a 30-30 Win case,
.506" rim dia. Would it be possible to have a 110 bolt head machined to this rim diameter,
and have the ejector/extractor work properly. Any recommendations would be helpful.

[Hotolds442]

The easiest route would be to pick up a 340 in 30/30 and rebarrel it.

[Jeff518]

I'd try a magnum bolt head for experimenting with. Buy one, see if the extractor will pick up your shells, if not sell it as a new unmodified bolt head. Or better yet one of the WSM bolt heads with the "controlled extraction"...or even better a whole WSM short action with ejector and everything.

I'm headed down to the shop, I'll try a couple 219 Zipper cases in my 270 WSM action for you.

Great question for all us insufferable retro-Savage tinkers!

[Jeff518]

yup, don't know what I was thinking there..mistaking the base diameter on the 30-30 with the 30-40...never talk about reloading after evening cocktails

[sharpshooter]

The 110 was never engineered for rimmed cases. While the .219 was very accurate in it's day, it's hayday is over, there are much better choices now. I would suggest a .22 BR.

[CrewDog]

Yes I know reviewed all the bolt head measurements and came to that conclusion also TY

[CrewDog]

Sharpshooter My dad use to shoot that particular cartridge and well I guess I thought I'd try it but if I want to do it using a 110 action lots of mods would have to be done might run into big $$$

[LHitchcox]

Similar results can be had with a .225 Winchester, which has the standard .473 bolt head, but a .22-250 would be the best bet. I am sure you can set up a Donaldson in a bolt gun, but it will not feed from the magazine. If you want a single shot, it can be done by using a modified bolt head and a single shot adapter.

[CrewDog]

Looks like a 22-250 for me Thanks to all for your thoughts and ideas.