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Anyone own one of these badboys, specifically the .338? I'm just getting into shooting (PAL/RPAL in process), and I am hoping to make a home for this rifle.

Looking for some owner feedback, the price tag is abit scary on this rifle, but it's reputation so far is pretty stellar... I've been looking for an owners forum or some other place to see how people are enjoying them, considering the cost.

Also wondering how the .50 stacks up as well.

While all comments are appreciated, I'd really like to hear if you own it or not.
Cheers!
 
Actually, i've paid for my first firearm already, but can't take possesion until my PAL/RPAL comes through. This would be my 3rd probably, currently got my eye on a pistol.
 
Wow, if you're just getting into shooting, you'll develop one hell of a flinch using this rifle! :D

At any rate, try sending a PM to Morpheus32 (one of the moderators). I know he has an AI - not sure if it's the magnum, though.

By the way, if you have the money for it now, then it's probably a good idea to get it, because you might not be able to afford it down the road. Unless you're rich or something.

Let us know if you end up getting it! You'll probably be the only kid on your block with one ;) I'm also curious as to how good these are.
 
They are a nice rifle with a steep price tag. Just like high end sports cars you are starting to pay a lot to see smaller improvements. Handles about on par with the .308 version, except slightly heavier. Felt recoil is minimal with the brake. Muzzle blast is substantial though and if you are not an experienced shooter can cause you issues. Definately wouldn't be a rifle I would recommend for a shooter just getting into the sport. Spend the extra cash on ammo to practice with. Then once you have things somewhat figured out step up to something like the .338's
 
Cappy said:
They are a nice rifle with a steep price tag. Just like high end sports cars you are starting to pay a lot to see smaller improvements. Handles about on par with the .308 version, except slightly heavier. Felt recoil is minimal with the brake. Muzzle blast is substantial though and if you are not an experienced shooter can cause you issues. Definately wouldn't be a rifle I would recommend for a shooter just getting into the sport. Spend the extra cash on ammo to practice with. Then once you have things somewhat figured out step up to something like the .338's
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Thank you for the insight, and you raise a great point about ammunition costs. Everything I've seen indicates this is a great rifle.
 
It's a great caliber BUT it's not for the inexperienced.

I suggest that you learn on a .308 (Savage or Remington) BEFORE you jump into a .338LM.

You're looking about $100/box of 20 ($5.00 each), Lapua factory is $6.75 each.

Reloading will cut the cost to $2.50 each.
 
Please take all the advise one starting lighter. To many people come out to play the game with a cannon and find out it hurts, they start flinching bad, "who wouldn't" can't hit anything and it is not a whole bunch of fun right off the get go.
 
Start with a Steevens 200 and get your #### wet shooting that first. If the thought of heavy recoil excites you, a .300 WM should fit the bill quite nicely.
 
redman said:
Wow, if you're just getting into shooting, you'll develop one hell of a flinch using this rifle! :D
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Not really.

Its a fairly heavy rifle, with a great deal of mass to absorb recoil. Add to that, it has a fairly efficient muzzle break. Its actually comfortable enough to shoot out of the shoulder if you don't have spaghetti arms...

As always, much also depends on your loads.

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I WOULD recommend that you get yourself a decent reloading press if you want to seriously shoot in .338 as the cost of shooting all but the first box or two is prohibitive.

But with regards to some of the misguided apprehensions about wicked recoil, DON'T think violent recoil like 12 gauge with 3" slugs.

Think steady push....
 
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Thanks for the wisdom! Reloading is definately something I will be doing... no complaints on how the brass comes out of these?
 
sprint said:
Not really.

Its a fairly heavy rifle, with a great deal of mass to absorb recoil. Add to that, it has a fairly efficient muzzle break.
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I was thinking without the muzzle break... But still, 338 LM for a new shooter? Dunno. Anyway, if he can get the rifle now, then why the hell not. Besides, seems this is his 3rd firearm, maybe he has a lower caliber he can get used to first.
 
My wife fired mine without issues. Recoil on M1A Socom 7.62x51mm is sharper. She had no problems with it...

nor did the guy next to me on the firing line, or the range RSO, or his kid. YMMV, but not much.

My typical worked up load was 250 grain Hornady SSP x 88.9 grains H1000 powder @ ~2600 fps. (reads "inexpensive 200m plinking" - my local rifle range is a short one)

Just don't forget to allocate some dineros for GOOD glass and some reloading supplies!
 
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Opar said:
Thanks for the wisdom! Reloading is definately something I will be doing... no complaints on how the brass comes out of these?
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Brass comes out fine. High quality brass like Lapua's will provide you with around 10 reloads.

Also, reloading is a hobby with life ALL of its own.
 
Is there a .22 barrel kit for this rifle. If so I would think about getting one of these rifles. Sound like alot of fun! Just Kidding :) I know opar in RL lol.
 
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And what scope would you use?

The Schimdt and Bender: PM ll 5-25 x 56, illuminated reticle in 2nd focal plane, parallax, double turn elevation

? I guess this is pretty high-end, but is it hardy/rugged enough to match well with the rifle for the bush?
 
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