Accurizing a 5R Milspec

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I just got a new 5R Milspec to replace my LTR and I'm wondering what kind of accurizing is worth getting.

My LTR has nothing done to it other than the trigger pull lessened.

The 5R also has an HSP stock, so the rifle is pretty much already bedded and the barrel floated.

What else besides the trigger should I consider doing with it?

For a scope right now I have VariX II 6-18. I'm ordering new rings for it to go on my Farrell base.


I'm just asking because I plan on taking the rifle to the gunsmith soon and if I'm going to get stuff done to the rifle I'd rather it get done in one shot.
 
have you shot it much, or at all, yet? You might consider shooting it a bit before you decide to take it to a smith. You might find out in the end that it doesn't really need any work to make it what you want. You may even find that the trigger is fine as is and you can save the money you would have spent on speculative gunsmithing and spend it on a better scope.
 
Oh I intend on shooting it first definitely. I know the I want the trigger pull lessened though for sure.. I had it set at 2lb on my LTR and it was perfect for me.

I just want to know what options are out there in terms of accurizing besides the usual trigger, bedding and floating
 
Remington 5R

:) Hi - I've had one for about 3 months now. I also wanted a 2lb. or less trigger but could never make the stock trigger go low enough. The trigger pull was also extremely inconsistent, swinging up and down 2 lbs. at times from a 3.5 lb. pull. I finally gave up on the trigger and bought a Rifle Basix trigger. Now I have a very crisp, predictable 1lb. pull. My rifle has a very long throat and does not like the standard Varget recipes for reloads. At first I thought bad bedding or loose scope bits until I tried IMR 3031. For some reason the rifle works really well with that powder and 175g. Bergers. 20 thou crush fit into the lands and it averages 1/2" to 5/8" CtoC at 200m. for 3 shots. Velocity is a bit low but excellent performance for a factory rifle. I have had the action out of the stock many times and as long as I torque the action screws to the same 64 inch lbs. the zero stays the same.
 
Accurizing a 5R milspec:

1) Lighten the trigger: The only issue I've had with the trigger is the weight. Although the 5 pound trigger weight still shot extremely well. With mine the trigger was crisp and clean. I had the weight brought down to 3 pounds. I'm happy with it.

2) Make sure the screws are tightened for the stock to the receiver. 65 pounds per inch I believe is what is required.

3) Buy 20 rounds of Federal Gold 168 grain match ammo. If everything on your rifle is right, you should get sub .5 moa with this ammo. This is one of the few factory rifles where the bullets should be seated at the 2.8 OAL and because of this you can shoot factory match grade ammo with excellent results.

Shoot the rifle first with #2 and #3 suggestions before spending any money. Use a good front rest, and a back stock support. Then decide if it's worth spending the money.

I also thought I'd have to "accurize" my 5R. Turns out $40 for the trigger was the only thing this rifle needed. I'm afraid to change anything since it's shooting exceptionally well. If it isn't broke, don't fix it.
 
Thanks..

Yea i just found out that the X-mark trigger can only really go between 3-5lb, which sucks for those that like less pull.

I might just go and get an aftermarket trigger like a timney or jewel.

All I ever did with my LTR was the trigger and I was very happy with it. I hear that it is very similar with the 5R.

I have a new bolt knob coming from allen gunworks but that really isn't for accuracy, just comfort in shooting.
 
Put 80 rounds through mine on Friday trying different loads. Some loads tested better than other but bottom line was rifle shoots a heck of a lot better than I do. Got a couple <.5moa groups at 200M (had a clover leaf group of three, too bad it was a 5 shot group...) and <1moa at 270M. Also found shooting 5 round groups a lot more difficult than 3 round groups.

To make you shoot better the trigger should help.

To make the rifle shoot better would start with the crown but if it aint broke...

Mine will get trigger done, maybe a skim bed. Think truing action theoretically better but probably will shoot better groups by spending that money on ammo and practice. Though is nice to say that a,b,c & d done on rifle and its perfect.
 
I agree with has been said already and shoot it first. You may be suprised the accuracy you get with quality match ammo.
 
ceriksson said:
Thanks..

Yea i just found out that the X-mark trigger can only really go between 3-5lb, which sucks for those that like less pull.

I might just go and get an aftermarket trigger like a timney or jewel.

All I ever did with my LTR was the trigger and I was very happy with it. I hear that it is very similar with the 5R.

I have a new bolt knob coming from allen gunworks but that really isn't for accuracy, just comfort in shooting.
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The X-mark on my VSSF II was brought down to 2.5 lb. I specifically asked for 3 pounds on the 5R. This is simply because that's the trigger weight on the .308 rifles we had at work. For a designated marksman rifle/sniper rifle I don't like less than 3 pounds. On my target rifle the Timney's is set at 1 lb.

The 5R is a tactical rifle. The bead blasted stainless steel and HS stock actually fits looks wise with the regular duty gear of the RCMP, much more than a P model. Once upon a time, General duty members were actually taught how to use a .308 and could use them as designated marksmen firearms if required (providing you were qualified). Ahhh the good old days. :(
 
Hey Guys

Glad to see someone else as a Rem 700 5r milspec. Got mine in Oct. 2008. Your wright the trigger pull could be a little lighter but got to admit its pretty crisp trigger.

Mine seems to like Sierra 175 gr hpbt with 43 grs of varget OAL at 2.800".

The only thing I dislike about the rifle is the bolt knob, but thats a future project.

I've read on a different forum or may it was this one, that someone had their bolt trued and the gunsmith who did the work said it was pretty good to begin with for a non-custom rifle.


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I would shoot it and see what results you get.

the standard low-cost tips have been mentioned: Lighten the trigger & Bed the action

The more expensive list of projects include getting the action accurized and getting rid of the factory barrel.

To extract the most accuracy out of what you have. load your own ammo and load develop to find something that works best.
 
Do not over look the importance of bedding your rifle. This is the single largest improvement with your present rig.

Alum chassis stocks have very generous inletting. Using alot of action screw force to try and hold it in place is false economy. The screws are not designed as load bearing devices and will loosen and/or bend which will eventually lead to fliers.

Also, the alum chassis many not be flat relative to your action so using alot of force may bend the action. Worst stock I bedded needed to have the bedding raised 1/8" to level.

Bed the action especially the entire recoil lug. The action and stock should feel solid when assembled WITHOUT the action screws. I bet the action wiggles around the stock right now.

Beyond that, lighten the trigger and reload. If you are lucky, your barrel will shoot. If it doesn't, there are many excellent options for match grade barrels.

Enjoy...

Jerry
 
Agree with Jerry, Most important thing you can do with any rifle is bed the action. I have an AICS chasis and Still bedded it even though its suppose to be drop in. A fully and properly supported action is the best gaurantee of accuracy.
 
Thats why its bedded...haha. Did the same with my LTR. HS stock, all the bells and whistles, but was just so much more consistent bedded. Shot a bunch of .4's with 168 fgmm and handloads were tight. Anytime I buy a rifle the first thing that happens is bedding and trigger. I usually drop in an aftermarket trigger, but my shooting partner just got a 5r and the trigger is nicely adjusted, so either or. And like Obtunded said, shoot it and see what you get. It can't hurt. Bedding can happen anytime.
 
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