Quote Originally Posted by Jamie
THe Lapua is iffy in any Savage action other than the one they make specifically for that caliber. Typically, we suggest the .338 Edge instead. 1/3 the cost in reloading dies and brass, Can use standard long actions or Target actions, and will be faster than the Lapua.
I second the comments above.

No way would I build a 338 LM on a standard Savage action. The bolt face thrust is too much and the chamber wall thickness is too little.

Go with the RUM case and you won't be wondering if your face is going to look like roadkill every time you pull the trigger.