I want to build a rifle that i could enjoy while at the same time have to allow my friend who is 5'5 80lbs and my sister (around same) to shoot comfortably - Something for great long distance - so name some rifle/caliber combinations - or should I just get a rifle of my liking and put a very good recoil pad and give them a pillow?
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BigUglyMan
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How great and long a distance are we talkign about here?
Any amount of recoil can be mitigated, it just depends what you want to do and what you're willing to accept. You could get a 50 BMG in the 70 lb range that would feel like a pellet rifle and hit targets way far away...just don't ask your 80 lb sister to tote it very far. On the opposite end you could get a 12 lb 6.5-284 and it likely would recoil about the same btu be much more portable, though not to the distance a 50 would.
Any amount of recoil can be mitigated, it just depends what you want to do and what you're willing to accept. You could get a 50 BMG in the 70 lb range that would feel like a pellet rifle and hit targets way far away...just don't ask your 80 lb sister to tote it very far. On the opposite end you could get a 12 lb 6.5-284 and it likely would recoil about the same btu be much more portable, though not to the distance a 50 would.
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I started shooting again after a broken shoulder and found the Savage .223 12fvss the lightest recoil long range rifle....least "kick' and with a bipod, literally weightless when sighting. But heavy to carry a long distance...mainly a range rifle or varmint. Lighter weight rifles are available at savage also.
This rifle would more so be for target shooting - possibly precision rifle competitions. never been to/done a precision rifle competition so no idea what they want/require... .223 ammo would be great that's what i plan on getting for most of my firearms.
Oh did i mention that the rifle will be painted pink... @_@
Oh did i mention that the rifle will be painted pink... @_@
"5'5 80lbs"
I don't know about petite, that's a pretty average height, but if it isn't a typo, that's an extremely low weight. Going by BMI, 80 pounds is underweight even for someone 5' 0, and for someone 5'5 it's off the low end of the scale
I don't know about petite, that's a pretty average height, but if it isn't a typo, that's an extremely low weight. Going by BMI, 80 pounds is underweight even for someone 5' 0, and for someone 5'5 it's off the low end of the scale
A decent .223 with a quick twist barrel would be just fine, and will work to long range with correct ammunition. As mentionned, there are a variety to choose from. You might want to consider altering the butt to use spacers, so that the length of pull can be adjusted. You are in Edmonton - look up the Alberta Provincial Rifle Association, or contact "inspector" on this site for information about shooting opportunities.
shotgunjoe
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A heavy .223 like the savage or tikka would work fairly well for long range as they have a faster twist rate for heavy bullets.Aheavy .308 is better at 1000 yds where the wind might be an issue and will not kick the hell out of a recoil shy person.Body size is not always a factor concerning how a person handles recoil.
Mystic Precision
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Again, the easiest to get is a Savage 12FV in 223, a bit of bedding, handloads and you can play to your heart's delight out way beyond 1000m. Change to a limbsaver or hogue recoil pad, ballast lead front and rear of the stock so that your OA weight is around 15 to 18lbs.
That should make recoil very comfy and slow. Muzzle brakes would also work but can intimidate new shooters due to noise and concussion.
75gr Amax over Benchmark or varget, CCI BR2, Win brass, Lee collet neck sizer/seater should net you 1/2 MOA.
If you are sure that comp is in the near future, then you might want to go with a standard 308 bolt face and build a 6BR. All depends on your distance and rules.
If F class is what you want to play in, click on the link in my sig to see my F class 6.5 Mystic rifle based on a Stevens. Dirt cheap, moderate recoil, deadly accurate.
With the Savage/Stevens, you can mix and match parts to suit you needs.
Jerry
That should make recoil very comfy and slow. Muzzle brakes would also work but can intimidate new shooters due to noise and concussion.
75gr Amax over Benchmark or varget, CCI BR2, Win brass, Lee collet neck sizer/seater should net you 1/2 MOA.
If you are sure that comp is in the near future, then you might want to go with a standard 308 bolt face and build a 6BR. All depends on your distance and rules.
If F class is what you want to play in, click on the link in my sig to see my F class 6.5 Mystic rifle based on a Stevens. Dirt cheap, moderate recoil, deadly accurate.
With the Savage/Stevens, you can mix and match parts to suit you needs.
Jerry
Basically what Jerry
said. I would stick to a .308 boltface though. I would buy a .243 to start or if you allready have the doner action go with the 6BR. Mild recoil, deadly accurate, awesome barrel life.
I should say this also depends on if you reload.
said. I would stick to a .308 boltface though. I would buy a .243 to start or if you allready have the doner action go with the 6BR. Mild recoil, deadly accurate, awesome barrel life.
I should say this also depends on if you reload.
"...to shoot comfortably..." Stock length would likely become an issue. Especially if you're much taller than your sister. Their weight means nothing though. (Although at 5' 5" and 80 pounds it sounds like your lady friend needs to eat). Lots of petite women shoot. The stock has to be the right size though. There are mechanically adjustable stocks that don't use spacers(that'd work, but it'd be a nuisance). There are also adjustable butt plates. They're not exactly inexpensive though.
