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TrxR

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Still trying to decide on whether to buy a rifle or build one. :( I have been looking at the Savage LRPV and F/TR in a .223 1 in 7 twist. I am also debating on whether I should build a rig so I'm not putting alot of cash out at once. Do any of you think the target action from Savage is that much better than a standard Savage or Stevens action? What are the difference between the model 10 and 12 actions? What I am wanting is a accurate single shot .223 rig to learn with for shooting off a bipod and bags. I am also thinking about trying some local competitions from time to time. Im not completely ruling out Remingtons either but I would like a fast twist barrel. Any suggestions on parts or riffles would be appreciated. I am also keeping my eye on the EE as well.

Thanks
 
If you have the budget, build it and forget it. Buying a factory rifle is hit or miss, no pun intended, on it being somewhat competitive. Long story, but in the end I lucked out with my Model 12 BVSS, and the other day I shot a 150-27V out of a possible 150-30 in F-class, maybe I got lucky. Either way when you buy a custom barrel from a reputable manufacturer, you know it will shoot and if it doesn't, they will fix it. The stevens is the same as the savage actions, except the target action, which is not worth the extra IMO. If I was going to shell out the money for a Savage target action, you might as well spend the extra few hundred and go to a custom like Stiller or Barnard.

Don't forget about quality optics as well. That's one thing I kick myself for every time I shoot, looking through that cheap scope. It works, but once you look through a Nightforce, you don't want to go back to your cheap POS. It makes a HUGE difference.
 
I am looking at doing the same thing, looking at the same rifles as well. I think I am going to build mine though. I am going to find a donor Stevens, Order a Shielen Match barrel, Triger and stock. Hopefully it will all come together for next year.
 
If you are building, go single shot.... do it right from the start. The Savage target action is a good cheap alternative, and it is single shot, meaning it is stiffer, easier to inlet for and feeds better with match rounds.

Honestly, money spent on a LRPV or an F-Class model would be better spent if you are starting out. They have everything except the optics in one package, and the DO shoot very well. Also, do you reload??
 
Obtunded: which do you think would be the better package the LRPV or the F/TR? I believe they are within a hundred dollars of each other. I don't reload but have a guy willing to teach me how and has been reloading for years.

Thanks
 
Build it. Why? because you will be sure the barrel will shoot and will spend about the same amount of money.

There is Zip difference in performance between any of actions Savage produces. The only difference is the accutrigger on the target actions. These can get quite light but you can duplicate this with an aftermarket trigger too.

They also all share the same outside diameter so except for action length and action screw spacing - all the same.

Big issue is the stock. Most Savage factory stocks are not ideal for competition use so you compromise. If your goal includes F class, the only stock that looks interesting is the F open Savage but for that much money, you can build a ground up rig and get great performance.

I compete with a Savage or Stevens mag fed action with a Score Hi follower glued/taped in. Works just fine.

Then you have the flexibility to now use the mag fed gun for tactical shoots or for hunting.

I would suggest you look at spending the extra money on a Quality match barrel like a Shilen AND a comfortable stock that fits YOU.

Coupled with a good scope, and proper reloading, you will be way ahead then investing in a factory rig.

Now if you are ok with factory rig accuracy and want to stay in factory class shoots, then by all means. But first look at the rules of the matches you may want to play in. Most will have weight limits or exclude purpose designed factory rifles.

So you may have a factory rig but can't play in a factory class...

Neither rifles you have interest in could shoot in the BC factory F class matches.

Jerry
 
mysticplayer said:
So you may have a factory rig but can't play in a factory class...

Neither rifles you have interest in could shoot in the BC factory F class matches.

Jerry
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Jerry,

Since he is in New Brunswick, I doubt the fact that the rifle wouldn't qualify for club level Sporter Class in BC much matters to him.

Ontario (which is much closer to his location) has (or did have) a F-M class (F-Manufactured) where any Factory made rifle is acceptable including the F-TR and F-Class offerings from Savage, XR-100 from Remington among others.

Not sure if they offer these classes at NB matches or not....mpwolf may be the one to ask about that.

Even if they don't, I know many guys use factory rifles in the F-TR class and do just fine.
 
Im just looking for something that I can have fun shooting and will be competitive in f-class comps. I know I wont be competitive at first but I want a rig that will be so I can concentrate on getting a good load and getting better myself. I don't car about how fancy it looks I just want something that I am comfortable with and works the way its suppose to.

Thanks
 
TrxR said:
Im just looking for something that I can have fun shooting and will be competitive in f-class comps. I know I wont be competitive at first but I want a rig that will be so I can concentrate on getting a good load and getting better myself. I don't car about how fancy it looks I just want something that I am comfortable with and works the way its suppose to.

Thanks
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Start with anything Savage. Leaves lots of options down the road. I am moving all my actions toward the new screw spacing and/or center feed mag. Not lots of stock available yet but they are coming.

Here are just a few rifles that are all built on the same action with minor variations.

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