Cabela's has a great deal on Savage Model 12FV top bolt release rifles. I currently have a .260 and was hoping to build something larger for even longer shots out to about 1760 yds. The 12 FV is a short action so I am thinking that kind of limits me on what I can do. I was thinking the 300 WSM would be a good choice. However, I since learned that most short magnum's are large shank barrels and the 12 FV action is a small shank action.

Shillen makes a small shank 300 WSM barrel. Curious to know people's thoughts on using a small shank short magnum barrel. Most manufacturers don't make small shank barrels and I am wondering if that is for a reason, is this a safety concern?

I'm open to looking at other short action calibers that are capable of reaching a mile...