standard L/A to magnum

[kjflan22]

Hi all,

I need to clarify something before proceeding with my next build.

Can I make a magnum out of my 25-06 by just switching the bolt face?

I have done plenty of bolt face swaps with the newer center feed actions but the rifle is a Stevens 200 staggered feed.

My only concern is the magazine box and follower being correct to feed the magnum cartridge, but I cannot find information to confirm this. It seems the only cataloged items I can find are listed as "long action follower" and "long action magazine box" which leads me to believe that all the L/A boxes and followers are one size. Is this correct?

Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

[Hotolds442]

You should be able to just swap the barrel and bolt head using your current magazine box. If it doesn't feed properly, a little tweaking of the feed lips should get your feeding reliable.
Savage did list a Magnum stagger feed magazine box, part number 100191 and the follower is part number 102981, but I doubt you will need them. They are most likely unobtainable from the factory.