Precision/hunting rifle-2000$ budget without optics.
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You can do a whole bunch better than this for $2000. That's most of the money in the chassis. Like a four cylinder in a Ferrari.
I'd suggest a tikka tactical or ctr.
I have to agree somewhat, I should have just got a good action . What will the Tikka do , that the rem won't? The rem shoots sub moa, I've just started testing loads and have got a few that's 3/4 MOA with a $100 3x9 bushnell banner ,
The NF is on the way. Out of the Box the Rem shot like crap.And the bolt is way to short , I keep hitting my knuckles on the scope mount. Actually the chassis cost the same sat the gun . $ 2000 is a nice start for a build.
I have to agree somewhat, I should have just got a good action . What will the Tikka do , that the rem won't? The rem shoots sub moa, I've just started testing loads and have got a few that's 3/4 MOA with a $100 3x9 bushnell banner ,
The NF is on the way. Out of the Box the Rem shot like crap.And the bolt is way to short , I keep hitting my knuckles on the scope mount. Actually the chassis cost the same sat the gun . $ 2000 is a nice start for a build.
My best grouping with my 308 5r in a cadex field stirke, factory action and barrel (24") at 100 meters is 0.340" with Federal Gold Medal Match 168gr. I spent 1000 on the 5r from EE with timney trigger (after reselling the stock), and 950 on a field stirke. With that I got an awesome rifle for punching paper (what I'm doing), I won't get started on the optic costs as I went off the deepend with my choice..
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$250 it made a huge inprovment without breaking the bank
The tikka's tend to shoot 1" groups at 300 yards ( five rounds ), due to a better quality barrel, a stiffer action, an excellent trigger, and the action is smoother.
So they're better, well, everywhere.
The 700 platform has lots of aftermarket stuff, yes, but you will retain absolutely none of your original rifle. There's no point in buying a 700. If you want to build a 700 based rifle, by all means do it from parts.
But which is the better rifle under $2000, no comparison at all.
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The tikka is from a far off land, therefore it's better....hahahahha!!! I keep suggesting it because I've had good luck with them, that's all.
A savage long range hunter might work for you too.
I'd think twice about a .300WM in a light rifle that you wanna shoot target with, it'll beat you up....but that's just me. I think you'd like the .300WSM better than a .308 for LR fun.
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A savage long range hunter might work for you too.
I'd think twice about a .300WM in a light rifle that you wanna shoot target with, it'll beat you up....but that's just me. I think you'd like the .300WSM better than a .308 for LR fun.
-J.
Wow that's awesome, 1/3 moa factory gun. Cant believe anyone would bother with custom barrels when they can just buy an off the shelf tikka
Buy a used 700 that has been trued and has an aftermarket barrel...
Here is what 2000$ can buy you, even includes optics, Id put it up against any other 2000$ gun/optic package any day of the week...even a Tikka lol
http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php/1277982-custom-308-rem-700-hart-bbl
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Thanks for the lesson. I wasn't really looking for a hunting or precision rifle, just liked the Cadex chassis. Once I get the lighter barrel , im ok with what I have , and I'll use it for both applications. But I do agree , out of the box , the Tikka appears to be much better.
Wow that's awesome, 1/3 moa factory gun. Cant believe anyone would bother with custom barrels when they can just buy an off the shelf tikka
Your sarcasm is noted.
I've owned several custom rem 700's, the tikka tacticals outshot them out of the box... Just my experience with them. Trued actions, one krieger, the other bartlein.
If your factory out of the box tikka shoots 1 inch groups at 300 yards then YES of course you will outshoot many many 700's custom, semi custom and factory OR is this a "when I do my part" group?
If you were closer I'd happily take you up on a 1/3 moa challenge and might even be persuaded to put pink slips on the line. I "do my part" every time I get behind the trigger but apparently I'd not keep up to your tikka so it would be a safe bet for you. lol
Pretty consistent.
I'd say 80% of the time.
Hell, I've got several 1" ten round groups at 300 with the .223 tac. Outstanding rifles, but bare in mind this is with lots of load development, and I could be considered as experienced driving a precision rifle. I'd not fear the challenge...
A custom in 260 rem, 260 ackley, 6.5x284 or 6.5x47 Lapua is what I would go for. They're all good for moose. Even the 6.5x47 can shoot a 140 gr pill at 2850+ with reloader15. Sure 300wm will get the job done, but it really isn't that fun to shoot compared to the 6.5's, not to mention how much cheaper your components will be. Also, all of the above mentioned calibers have great brass available.
I was in the same boat as you not too long ago and my 300wm is being built into a 6.5x284. I also shoot a 6.5x47, I really like the 47!
As far as actions, to stay inside 2k I would go with a savage model 12 repeater and rifle basix sav2 trigger or a tikka ( I haven't owned one, but I like the ones I've had the chance to fondle)
Then you'll maybe need a chassis or stock depending on what model you get.
I was in the same boat as you not too long ago and my 300wm is being built into a 6.5x284. I also shoot a 6.5x47, I really like the 47!
As far as actions, to stay inside 2k I would go with a savage model 12 repeater and rifle basix sav2 trigger or a tikka ( I haven't owned one, but I like the ones I've had the chance to fondle)
Then you'll maybe need a chassis or stock depending on what model you get.
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Certainly not, but why is a 1/3 moa rifle such a foreign idea to you ?
You've never owned/borrowed one ?
Be aware that if you shoot a lot, you will be re barreling/ chambering often.
900 rounds is the average barrel life. I know I usually go through a minimum of 300 rounds just dialling a load in, doesn't leave you with much if you shoot regularly.
