Adding over all case length might help as to what will fit the existing magazine.
Unfortunately, not every round in my database has the OAL data entered because many case diagrams do not include this info. But all have case length entered, so that's the length paramter most reliable. As you see, you can enter the value for the program to use for how much more useable length your action has, so the small distinction becomes mute I think.
Also strength IE pressures, say a 7mm Mag the new 375 Ruger. Over all cartridge length is very close and should work but what about pressure?
Pressure is a difficult parameter to carry across all cartridges because so few wildcat developers/reloaders have access to any type of chamber pressure transducer. How many here do? (Not I)
And again, the program isn't concerned with action specifics other than length and only to filter out rounds that are likely too long. If you want to persue a conversion AmmoGuide lists, you would consult with your gunsmith (as always) and he/she will tell you if it's possible with your gun and the rounds.
You see, I have no database of characteristics of all maufacturer's actions available (notice the program doesn't ask for what kind of action you have) and that is is NOT what the program is designed to look at - WAAAY outside of the scope. It is designed only to look at cartridge dimensions - further refinement of a selection is left as an excercise for the user (as it always is). The Guide only helps with the first step - figuring out which rounds are PHYSICAL candidates, not the last step - the actual selection of a cartridge.
The cases are almost the same dimensions with the exception of a much larger bore
I was thinking more along the lines of a rebarrel than rechamber which would be IMO a good option for your program.
Well, from a dimensional aspect, a rebarrel is obviously much less restrictive than a rechamber because virtually any cartridge of the same rim construction, even those of smaller bore, are candidates. That should be an easy enhancement, I'll put it on the "to do" list. If you don't see that option appear within a month or so, contact me over AmmoGuide.com. Thanks - good suggestion.
This program has it's flaws perhaps but is something new and I for one appreciate it and would like to see even more information, programs, and ideas along these lines.
The ability to do side by side comparisons is good.
Thanks Mike
You're welcome, same at ya. Your comments are among the best.
Mike