My version of a left hand 284 Winchester

[NYDAN]

It just has a little fatter cartridge.

Ever since I learned of the 284 Winchester I thought it was a neat cartridge - short action and 270 Win. performance. I never found a left-handed M70 in a short action that wasn't a WSM. When I found this 7mm WSM in the Classic Sporter III version, I conferred with Scotty and Jim to see what they thought. I am glad I talked them into supporting the decision. My gunsmith had an old blue bag of Winchester brass and I even found some ammo at a LGS.

Since I already have a 7mm RM tuned for 160 AB bullets, my plan is to use this as a deer and antelope rifle with 150 gr. BT bullets (or maybe 140 gr. AB's).





This is my first/sighting-in target. Shots 4,5, & 6 represent the first group at 100 yards with Winchester factory 150 gr. Power Point bullets.

 

[RL338]

Look like you got a nice start with it

 

[nhenry]

The 7 WSM definitely should be more popular than it is. No reason why it didn't take a hold when the 270 and 300 did. Nice buy.

 

[SJB358]

Looks like a winner to me Dan.

Man, that is a sharp rifle as well!. You done well!

 

[gerry]

Wow, that's in fantastic shape congratulations! Looking forward to seeing what loads you end up with. Bonus points for the bolt being on the proper side.

 

[DrMike]

Good snag on your part, Dan.

 

[JD338]

Dan,
She is a real beauty and it's a shooter.
Glad you decided to go with it.

JD338

 

[wvbuckbuster]

When the short mags came out, I thought the 7mmwsm would be a big hit but not so much. That's a good-looking rifle and the group with factory I would take it hunting. Should give you good service. Dan.

 

[filmjunkie4ever]

We have three .284 rifles in the family, all are Winchester 88 or Savage 99 leverguns. I always liked the cartridge!

I do love Model 70’s! I think the .284 would’ve caught on if it would’ve been more widely offered in factory bolt action rifles.

 

[hunter24605]

She's a dandy, for sure! Great cartridge, and apparently you have a shooter on your hands. Congratulations on the rifle. I do like the WSM's. I have a 270 and 325, a Tikka and Savage, respectively. Both hold a special place with me.