.270 conversion to .338-06

Tubby’s Canteen · Jan 19, 2020

Good afternoon gentleman I'd like to start of by saying your all a terrible influence on me. I was perfectly content to own only one rifle until such time as I started hanging around on here. So far I've bought two more.

Today I bought a Remington 700lh chambered for 270. I really like the fit and feel of the rifle but am not in love with the caliber. Given that the parent case of the .270 is the 30-06 I believe it could be rechambered to either 338-06 or .35whalen could any of you shed some light on this for me. Also which is a better cartridge to rechamber too.

Jim K · Jan 19, 2020

I love my 338-06. 210PT or Swift Aframes really shine in mine. Be prepared to reload though. I use r17 in mine with really good results.

Mekaniks · Jan 19, 2020

270 win -338/06 -35 Whelen all utilize the same case. It just takes a rebarrel by a qualified gunsmith.

Areaonereal · Jan 19, 2020

I have a 338 06. Custom rifle built in 1986. Used it on elk, black bear and first PG to Africa....my next 6 trips to SA and Namibia were with a 30 06. Would not go back to the 338 06. Versatility of the 06....180 gr accubonds on PG, 200 gr Nosler Partition on Eland and 220 Nosler Partition on Giraffe, never a failure. Everything from steinbok to Giraffe and all in between, over 120 head in all.

JimP · Jan 19, 2020

If the .338-06 intrigues you then go for it, but as was mentioned be prepared to reload for it and if you don't reload you could be in trouble.

Graham Hunter · Jan 19, 2020

I have both the 338-06 and the 35 Whelen. Both great cartridges but I lean a little to the 338-06. Norma makes both loaded ammo and brass for the 06 so you can have properly head stamped brass. Whelen ammo is offered by several companies.

Wyatt Smith · Jan 19, 2020

I just bid on a model 70 classic 30-06 that I don’t need. If I win this may happen to it.

Tubby’s Canteen · Jan 19, 2020

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JimP said:
If the .338-06 intrigues you then go for it, but as was mentioned be prepared to reload for it and if you don't reload you could be in trouble.

I recently bought a press and dies so I'm learning to reload.

Tubby’s Canteen · Jan 19, 2020

Another question for you gentleman if it were you would you rebarrel or rebore?

35bore · Jan 19, 2020

Skinnersblade said:
Another question for you gentleman if it were you would you rebarrel or rebore?

A re-barrel seems like it would be cheaper. Plus, I would think you wouldn't have much metal left if you had it re-bored. Anyway I've loved the 35 Whelen from the first day I got one. It's a 700 as well. There is plenty of factory loads for it also, which is a big plus for me.

JimP · Jan 19, 2020

Skinnersblade said:
Another question for you gentleman if it were you would you rebarrel or rebore?

Yep, re-barrel. Very few gunsmiths would be set up to rebore a old barrel where just about anyone can re-barrel it.

sestoppelman · Jan 19, 2020

http://www.35caliber.com/
Contact these guys in OR, have had two re bores done with them. They do good work and very reasonably priced, less than a re barrel job.

CoElkHunter · Jan 19, 2020

If you have lots of ‘06 (or .270) cases laying around, go for it. I love the wildcats, even if they’re not practical or cost effective. Otherwise, keep the .270 (or sell it) and go on Gun Broker and buy a brand new Browning X Bolt Hunter .338 WM for $782.00 and free shipping!

Pheroze · Jan 19, 2020

Skinnersblade said:
Another question for you gentleman if it were you would you rebarrel or rebore?

You are in Canada I believe. Talk to Gary at Big Horn
#17-3960 Drive-In Road
Houston, BC Canada V0J 1Z2
Sales bighorngunparts@gmail.com

Great guy to deal with, and he is very knowledgeable when it comes to barrels. Say "Hi" if you call him.

Get the 338-06 made and you will have a ton of fun tinkering with it, great selection of bullets to play with too.

Tubby’s Canteen · Jan 19, 2020

Pheroze said:
You are in Canada I believe. Talk to Gary at Big Horn
#17-3960 Drive-In Road
Houston, BC Canada V0J 1Z2
Sales bighorngunparts@gmail.com

Great guy to deal with, and he is very knowledgeable when it comes to barrels. Say "Hi" if you call him.

Get the 338-06 made and you will have a ton of fun tinkering with it, great selection of bullets to play with too.

I'm as far as one can be east of him without boarding a ferry. There is a gunsmith in my area with a very good reputation and many years experience. I am going to approach him about doing the job. Thank you though I appreciate the response.

sestoppelman · Jan 19, 2020

LOL. Didn't notice you were "up there"

when I advised to send your rifle to Oregon for re bore.

Ooops!

Tubby’s Canteen · Jan 19, 2020

CoElkHunter said:
If you have lots of ‘06 (or .270) cases laying around, go for it. I love the wildcats, even if they’re not practical or cost effective. Otherwise, keep the .270 (or sell it) and go on Gun Broker and buy a brand new Browning X Bolt Hunter .338 WM for $782.00 and free shipping!

I doubt that would be available in left handed but thankyou for the suggestion. I recently bought a .340 weatherby lh which I feel would cover the hot .338 I was thinking the .338-06 would use the same components without being as destructive on deer.

Tubby’s Canteen · Jan 19, 2020

sestoppelman said:
LOL. Didn't notice you were "up there" when I advised to sent your rifle to Oregon for re bore. Ooops!

No worries

Pheroze · Jan 19, 2020

Skinnersblade said:
I'm as far as one can be east of him without boarding a ferry. There is a gunsmith in my area with a very good reputation and many years experience. I am going to approach him about doing the job. Thank you though I appreciate the response.

I should have clarified, he will source the right contour and style of barrel you want, but he is not a gunsmith. Someone else has to put it together.

I am sure you are in good hands! Good luck and post pictures

Wyatt Smith · Jan 19, 2020

You may want to consider the 9.3 62 Mauser.

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