First Precision Rifle

[Rubicon37s]

Hello,

I'm starting my research on my first 308 Precision Rifle and was hoping for some advise. I have been looking at the Remington 700 was wondering which model would be a good one to start with.

I can shoot up to 300 yds at my range

Thanks
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[ultimate_monkey]

Realistically any of the heavy barrel models will shoot about the same as they are all factory guns. SPS , SPS tactical , 5r are all decent choices . The price difference come from the stock and if the rifle is SS or just coated in a finish

 

[Rubicon37s]

Found these two do you think the M700 Stainless is worth 500 more and a better platform to buld on

M700 s/s 5r milspec 308, 24" s/steel 5r rifling, 1-11.25 twist, hs

700 sps tactical 308,4 shot,black overmolded stock, 20"bbl,

Thanks

 

[lonely_wolf]

5R is a great rifle is you plan on shooting now and building in the far far future.

If you plan on building soon- then what you’re really doing is buying a donor action, not a rifle. Don’t waste the money on the 5R. Find a cheap stainless 700 SPS and strip it. This route will save you a lot of money.

As far as the 5R vs the SPS Tactical, I would buy the 5R if you have the money. I think it is worth the premium cost over the SPS Tac. It has a better barrel and stock. Also, stainless is a plus out in the field. Krylon it if you don’t like the shine.

If you prefer the shorter barrel, I would still get the 5R and then have a smith chop and crown the barrel. Most it will cost is another $100 (probably less), but you will have a better crown than the factory job and a very good rifle that will keep you happy until you get bored and want to upgrade.

 

[Rubicon37s]

Thanks Lonely Wolf

I actually would like to put off modding it till the future

 

[Rubicon37s]

Can someone help me understand twist

The 5R is supposed to have a 1:11.25" twist, and the SPS in .308 a 1:10" twist.
Why the difference I do not know

Thank You

 

[saskcanshooter]

When a rifle has a faster twist for example 1:10 as aposed to 1:11.25 it can stabalize heavier bullets. The bullet Will spin once in the barrel every 10 inches of barrel length with a 1:10 twist and 1 time in 11.25 inches for every 11.25 inches of barrel. 1:11.25 twist is good for your 175 smk or 178 amax or bthp hornadys.

If you want to be shooting the bullets in the 200+gr range then the 1:10 would be the best. As for getting the sps or the 5R, The 5R hands down.

 

[Rubicon37s]

Thanks,

it seems odd to me that seemingly the better rifle is less accurate...I was hopeing the 5R would be more accurate and at a longer distance

When a rifle has a faster twist for example 1:10 as aposed to 1:11.25 it can stabalize heavier bullets. the bullet Will spin once in the barrel every 10 inches of barrel length with a 1:10 twist and 1 time in 12 inches for every 12 inches of barrel. 1:11.25 twist is good for your 175 smk or 178 amax or bthp hornadys. If you want to be shooting the bullets in the 200+gr range then the 1:10 would be the best.

 

[Budweiser360]

twist rate has nothing to do with accuracy, unless we start talking about stability issues....

 

[yyc_ranger_4x4]

I've got a 5R with only 20 rounds down it...just waiting for some time to head out and do more than make noise at a local indoor range. I'm looking forward to starting at 100 yards and quickly get out to 500+ with it!

 

[lonely_wolf]

To be clear:
5R: 1/11.25
SPS ACC-SD: 1/10
SPS Tac/P/LTR/XCR's: 1/12

A faster twist is normally preferred. That being said, I wouldn't choose a faster twist over stainless steel. Barrels are bound to be worn out and changed. The action is forever.

Of course, a lot of people like cm steel...