416 Taylor build

[CoElkHunter]

Now going with the CZ550 medium action, Douglas #5 barrel contour, 24", B&C stock
Matrix Gunsmithing will be the gunmaker.
If anyone is interested in riding along, Guns International has two CZ550 Medium actioned rifles for sale in 7mm remmag, which is a perfect match for the 416 Taylor!
FYI, here is comparison of the CZ550 magnum and medium actions:
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Looks like the medium action will make a nice, trim DGR although will add weight.

What’s the magazine capacity with the medium? I can get 5 down with my .458WM and Lott and 4 down with my .416 Rigby in the magnum action. Thanks!

 

[Jefferry404]

I am hoping 3 down reliably. Surprisingly, the CZ 458 winmag follower fits within the medium mag box, so can get rid of the plastic one.
Will print up 4 cartridges next week with the Hornady dgx to at least see how many fit.
If only 2, I might lose interest.
BTW, my GMA action (with John’s so called “pregnant” floorplate) setup for 416 Rigby, holds 5 down reliably
Steve

 

[Jefferry404]

CZUSA has the medium action holding 3-7mm remmag. I should note Matrix has a drop floorplate
For the 550 magnum and is easy to morph to fit the
Medium action.
And I think am on the right track per CZUSA below.