Project Completed -- 375 RUM Defense Rifle Project Need Suggestions :)

I need help...

I am looking for a s/s front sight ramp NECG's doesn't make theirs in s/s and I'm thinking that I don't even need a barrel band type sight, my Marlin 1895GS only has a ramp and all of Remingtons rifles that have iron sights are only ramps.

Any idea where I can find a s/s front sight ramp that will take a 3/8" dovetail sight?
 
As you know I like Ruger's barrel band front sight, they are available in stainless and I consider them superior to a 3/8ths dovetail ramp. If you insist on a stick-on-ramp but are unable to find one in stainless, you could get a standard ramp and have it nickle plated. If you can't find anything suitable from Brownells, that might be the best solution.
 
As far as sights go you could have the NECG's nickle plated which looks nice or you can leave them black which looks even better (my opinion).

I went with a significantly heavier barrel (than the stocker) on my 375 Ultra . I feel by going so light Remington missed the mark here. I also used an aluminum picatinny rail with titanium (Nigtforce) rings that have the advantage of both being completely bulletproof as well as offering the ability to switch on another (pre sighted) scope with sub MOA shift in POI.

I also equipped it with a McMillan Remington Sporter (I use this stock on all my hunting rifles).

The completed rifle hangs perfectly for offhand shooting.
My completed rifle is 9-1/4 pounds.

Boomer has significant experience with the 375 Ultra, a short barrel, and someone's 350 grainers...I would PM him....Sounds like a devastating combo.

Good luck!
 
I want the lighter stock barrel because I am going to be carrying this rifle far more than shooting it, I can handle the recoil fairly easily and can't imagine 5" being cut off the barrel increasing the felt recoil that much.

Yes I will be shooting it mostly without a scope mounted so that will also lighten the rifle up a bit but as of now I still do not see having an issue if the recoil is to much I'll reduce the velocity 50fps.

I just weighed the rifle with nothing done to it yet it weighs appr 7 3/4 lbs, cut 5" of barrel off add scope bases, ghost ring sights and a sling it should equal appr 8lbs.

The VX-3 2.5-8X36 scope I'm mounting weighs 11.4oz rings aren't much so when I have the scope on it should be 9lbs when completed.

I already pm'ed Boomer before I started this thread... :cool:
 
Sorry Boomer....Didn't see your post earlier. lol!

It occurred to me that a defensive rifle may be a bit handier with a shorter stock (LOP)...Especially if you are mainly using open sights.

FWIW I added the stiffer barrel to help with balance and to tame muzzle rise. Shortening a factory barrel will make it muzzle light...Especially when the scope is off.

Good luck with the project Camp and keep us informed on progress.
 
Shorter butt stock makes a lot of sense but I'll be trying it full length to start if I decide to shorten it later it won't take much I have masking tape, a chop saw and a belt sander in the garage. :)

Still looking for a s/s front sight and have to order the K-E recoil pad...
 
When I was younger I spent many years deer hunting off of a dirt bike so was constantly looking for a more comfortable sling system. I ultimately went to a military style flush cup system with the cups installed on the opposite side to the bolt handle.

A barrel band looks cool on a rifle like this and also allows the rifle to hang significantly lower. Depending on what you are carrying or doing this may or may not be an advantage.

CRF has its good points, but I find that I am best to stick with both what I am most comfortable with and operate most instinctively.
 
geologist said:
I am amazed that the CRF issue hasn't raised its ugly head. Maybe we're maturing?
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I far prefer a CRF rifle, but it's usually the operator or an improperly adjusted individual rifle that makes it unreliable. The PF system works fine if if the rifle itself is working fine, and if you don't short stroke it.:)
 
Piller bed the stock. Most british rifles were about 24"-25" for dangerious game rifles, and the 375 falls into that catagory. Cut the stock so that it fits you, don't make it to short!
 
Gibbs505 said:
Piller bed the stock. Most british rifles were about 24"-25" for dangerious game rifles, and the 375 falls into that catagory. Cut the stock so that it fits you, don't make it to short!
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I've had 375s with 24", 25" and 26" bbls. I'll never have a 375 longer than 22" again. 21" would be perfect. The improvement in handling is significant!

Most British style rifles have a short forend. 9" - 9.5" is about right.

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The scope arrived today bought it off the EE it is used but there isn't a mark on it... :)

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Ordered the scope bases and rings last Friday but they haven't arrived yet and it is from my local store weirdest part of it is the guys wife was at the distributor when I ordered them and she was supposed to bring them in the next day I have trouble dealing with that kind of cr*p... :(

Think I'll cancel the order I'm going to Kamloops tomorrow will pick them up at WSS instead and even pay less.

Still looking for a front sight... :)
 
SuperCub said:
I've had 375s with 24", 25" and 26" bbls. I'll never have a 375 longer than 22" again. 21" would be perfect. The improvement in handling is significant!

Most British style rifles have a short forend. 9" - 9.5" is about right.

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All my rifles have had barrels of at least 24", never had a problem.
 
Finally got around to glass bedding the rifle finished it this morning only the second time I've ever tried this on a bolt rifle.

Now to adjust the trigger.

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