30-06 Question

[Ronin]

Gents - Ladies

 

Small favour required;

 

 

could those that have a 30-06 please measure a selection of cases at the case head rim (diameter).

 

 

I have just replaced an extractor on a rifle that still presents the same problem - not extracting - I suspect that the brass I am using for testing is undersized..the extractor is rivetted in place and is fitted correctly and is the correct part for calibre (it also is not a Rem 700)

 

I have Winchester brass that measures .465" diameter at the case head.

 

 

I think this is the problem but would like an idea of the case head diameter of other brands if possible - I suspect Lapua brass will be closest to .473"

 

As a test ive used some other lapua cases that are .473" diameter - they extract fine (these cases however, are not 30-06.....)

 

 

Your help would be apreciated

[terryh]

Ronin,

 

I don't,but know a man who does. I'll measure up and revert.

 

T

[Ronin]

Thanks;

 

Make / average case head diameter please.

[terryh]

Ronin,

 

Fed .467 New brass, loaded round, dealers shelf

Sako .466 New brass, loaded round, dealers shelf

RP .465 Friends brass, once fired

Win .466 Friends brass, new

Lap .466 Friends brass twice fired

 

Still have a couple of feelers out with outhers.

 

T

[Ronin]

Terry

 

thanks,

 

 

The rifle extracts new Lap no prob, I have Win and RP - it wont pick up either.

 

Guess the owner needs to invest in spendy brass.

[Andrew]

Have a SAKO extractor installed and your rifle won't be so fussy. In any event, I'd replace again that extractor; it should work with all the brass.~Andrew