Modern Varmint Rifle Updated Oct 14 2015

[mrsmitty]

Just placed an order praying I made the cutoff for the first 75.

 

[etoast]

We are currently machining lowers, we have already got the uppers machined. Parts are on order and we are optimistic of being on schedule for July for deliveries to begin.

Wonderful news. Always prompt and courteous service with you guys. Thanks again for the update!

 

[Meph]

How heavy would be a base model with a varmint profile barrel, and are the gas blocks taper pinned?

 

[Brianma65]

How heavy would be a base model with a varmint profile barrel?

I believe the base model with medium contour barrel is just under 7 lbs.

 

[Meph]

I believe the base model with medium contour barrel is just under 7 lbs.

Thanks. I wonder if the gas blocks are taper pinned, or if there's an option to have an adjustable block.

 

[carverk]

I'm going with the base model thin barrel and no brake if it is under 7lb I will be a vary happy man

 

[horse_men]

What are you guys planning to run for optics? I cannot decide which way to go, planning to use the mv for gophers, coyotes and the like with 55 gr varmageddons. not being able to hunt with this style of rifle before, I'm not sure what will work best and would like to hear what others are thinking. I've used a red dot on a previous ar but stretching the legs on a mv would be difficult with just a red dot I think.

 

[alex_40cal]

Nightforce Strike Eagle 1-6X24. Great value, nice optic.

What are you guys planning to run for optics? I cannot decide which way to go, planning to use the mv for gophers, coyotes and the like with 55 gr varmageddons. not being able to hunt with this style of rifle before, I'm not sure what will work best and would like to hear what others are thinking. I've used a red dot on a previous ar but stretching the legs on a mv would be difficult with just a red dot I think.

 

[secondstrike]

What are you guys planning to run for optics? I cannot decide which way to go, planning to use the mv for gophers, coyotes and the like with 55 gr varmageddons. not being able to hunt with this style of rifle before, I'm not sure what will work best and would like to hear what others are thinking. I've used a red dot on a previous ar but stretching the legs on a mv would be difficult with just a red dot I think.

I've been eyeing the Leupold VX-1 3-9x40, which looks like a good option. Lightweight, simple duplex reticle, reputable company with a good warranty. Maybe too cheap of an optic for such an expensive rifle though, ahah. I have the strike eagle alex recommended and it's solid as well but I think there are better options for what they cost now.

 

[carverk]

Nightforce Strike Eagle 1-6X24. Great value, nice optic.

I have fond nightforce scopes tend to be on the heavy side .
Shaving a once here and a once ther is going to be critical with both MV and MH for hunting
I will probably go with a simple Lightweight Leopold

 

[alex_40cal]

I have fond nightforce scopes tend to be on the heavy side .
Shaving a once here and a once ther is going to be critical with both MV and MH for hunting
I will probably go with a simple Lightweight Leopold

It's true. The strike eagle is a brick.

 

[6MT]

What are you guys planning to run for optics? I cannot decide which way to go, planning to use the mv for gophers, coyotes and the like with 55 gr varmageddons. not being able to hunt with this style of rifle before, I'm not sure what will work best and would like to hear what others are thinking. I've used a red dot on a previous ar but stretching the legs on a mv would be difficult with just a red dot I think.

I have a brand new NF nxs 1-4x24 with a Burris P.E.P.R. mount for my new M.V..

 

[Brianma65]

Get a Aero precision mount (3 ounces) and a leupold , can't get much lighter.

 

[horse_men]

The 1-4 or 1-6 options make a lot of sense. I will have to spend some time at a shop,looking at different options. Can't wait to get the rifle into the field!

 

[700-223]

I'd think a nightforce 2.5-10 compact or a leupold vx6 3-18 would be ideal if funds allow. Both have side focus and are about 20 oz - not sure 1-6 or 1-4 is enough for gopher hunting as far as this should be accurate too. If I was going lightweight if go with a vx-2 3-9 lightweight. Only 9 oz. Have one on a lightweight 243 and it's very nice.

One of the vortex ffp scopes would be ok, too, but the ones I've looked at were about 30oz. Too heavy for my taste.

 

[carverk]

Get a Aero precision mount (3 ounces) and a leupold , can't get much lighter.

Were can I find a Aero precision mount?

 

[Brianma65]

Were can I find a Aero precision mount?

I got mine from Brownels, I've used them on my AR,XCR and.308 without any issues.

 

[etoast]

Any updates? News? Teaser pics?

 

[6MT]

I think they are sending the uppers (or lowers) to be nitrited. In Edmonton, I think. Progression is pretty much on schedule as per Shaun (last week).

 

[Brianma65]

I've been without a .223 since last September , I'm getting so antsy . I'll have my shoulder beat off from my 7 MM by summer