I made the jump - synthetic stock and stainless. My new Steyr Pro Hunter

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I thoroughly enjoyed picking up my mail today as the rifle I have been waiting to arrive was finally waiting for me! I won a contest for 6 months free gun financing right after Christmas and it's not like I really need another excuse to buy a new rifle but this one fit the bill just fine. I have had my eye on a Steyr Pro Hunter after trying a friend's in .308 and I have also wanted to have one nice .270 in my safe....so I found exactly what I wanted at Prophet River, I sent Clay an email, and they took care of the rest.

Initially the Nikon Monarch 3 in 4-16x42mm I ordered was in stock but in between getting the paperwork sent in that 'in stock' scope disappeared. So, Prophet contacted Nikon and they only had the 50mm objective in the same scope, so Prophet upgraded me at no extra charge. A week passes, I get a call that there was a 42mm Monarch and a 50mm Monarch being sent but they would stand by their offer, even though I offered to pay the difference they wouldn't take it. Prophet mounted the scope and bore sighted it for me so all I need to do is get it to the range. I've been smiling all afternoon and already tinkering with it: cleaned it, added a cheek pad, and also added a sling.

This is my first synthetic stocked rifle, my first .270, and also my first stainless rifle, so we shall see how I like those attributes when I take it out hunting. I have read some threads about these Pro Hunters and people have their opinions I know, but it is what I wanted and I look forward to putting it through its paces; I do plan on using this rifle out in the bush, so I will update this thread down the road with anything worthy of mentioning. I love that forged barrel swirl....







 
Nice setup,

I too am a fan of Prophet River, and have had great dealings with them.

If it's your first stainless/synthetic rifle and you hunt on the "wet coast", you're going to love it!
 
GMC403 said:
Nice setup,

I too am a fan of Prophet River, and have had great dealings with them.

If it's your first stainless/synthetic rifle and you hunt on the "wet coast", you're going to love it!
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Clay was answering emails on Christmas about a CZ I was buying - that's his level of dedication and Customer Service.

My two hunting partners both have Sako 85's in synthetic/stainless 7mm STW and they always go on about how they love them hunting in the wet....as I dried, wiped, and oiled my old Parker Hale.
 
elker said:
Something is wrong with the tie knot dangling on the surface of recoil pad. Makes no sense to me.
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That is just a loop from the side zipper - it's a brand new pad and I may cut that loop of fabric off anyways. I tried to pull it down, but it is standing out like that until it gets a little use.
 
looks sweet, I will keep my eyes open for it (you) down at the range. also looking to get a synthetic ss for the fall. not exactly sure what yet so very interested to hear how that works for ya. enjoy!
 
A lot of guys including myself need a lift on the cheek of the stock to get a comfy view threw the scope. Sweet rig. Wonder if thy have one in 264wm. Lol Dutch
 
dutchhunter said:
A lot of guys including myself need a lift on the cheek of the stock to get a comfy view threw the scope. Sweet rig. Wonder if thy have one in 264wm. Lol Dutch
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That means to me that your scope objective is too big and/or your rings are too high.

Assuming a pupil diameter of 6mm, a 2.5-8x36 scope is good to 6X every moment a 50mm objective scope is good to 8.3X, and stars-out twilight isn't really the time for shots so long that 6x won't cut it.

Adding a part to fix a problem with a different part just doubles the number of problems.
 
I think the bag is a good idea - I would consider bagging my whole deer gun in a soft, quiet material - too often a gun taps something when getting into a tree-stand-house-atv-vehicle. The bag could go over the top of the scope too - just leaving lenses visible. I've got a coyote gun with cotton over most of it and it is much quieter.
 
Bartledan said:
I'd lose the pad/bag/thingy off the stock. The cartridge loops are superfluous on a magazine-fed rifle, and the bag itself will be a pain in the arse in the field.
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I put the rounds in there for the pic, and the bag may or may not stay on, we'll see. I like this pad as the top of it is suede-like material and helps with a cheek weld, as I often am wearing a balaclava when I hunt. In the meantime, I will develop a load that this rifle likes and that pouch will hold my Spot On data card for the BDC reticle.

Bartledan said:
That means to me that your scope objective is too big and/or your rings are too high.

Assuming a pupil diameter of 6mm, a 2.5-8x36 scope is good to 6X every moment a 50mm objective scope is good to 8.3X, and stars-out twilight isn't really the time for shots so long that 6x won't cut it.

Adding a part to fix a problem with a different part just doubles the number of problems.
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Objective had nothing to do with it on this rifle - the bolt had everything to do with it. Even a smaller objective needed these Talley high rings to clear the bolt. I had a 36mm on my old Parker Hale and needed high rings to clear that bolt, too. I added a 50mm to that rifle because I could due to the ring height. A simple pad for better cheek weld and height positioning is no big deal and certainly isn't a 'problem'. One stock does not fit all.
 
Nice rig! I am sure you will have many great hunts with that beauty. I have debated switching my big game rig from a wood stock/blued rifle to a synthetic/stainless but I guess I am too cheap to do it...
 
Very nice setup. I just made the leap as well...well kinda. I have had some synthetic stocked guns before but was never a fan, and I had one stainless synthetic but wasn't a fan of the chambering or model so sold it right away. Finally though I broke down and decided to switch from a kimber classic in 270 to a kimber montana in 270. This one is the first stainless/synthetic that will be staying in my possession for a long time. Practicality and functionality finally won out over good looks and classiness. Looking forward to hearing how your gun shoots
 
Bartledan said:
That means to me that your scope objective is too big and/or your rings are too high.

Assuming a pupil diameter of 6mm, a 2.5-8x36 scope is good to 6X every moment a 50mm objective scope is good to 8.3X, and stars-out twilight isn't really the time for shots so long that 6x won't cut it.

Adding a part to fix a problem with a different part just doubles the number of problems.
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Wish I didn't need ANY sort of cheek riser on ANY rifle. I always use the lowest rings possible and smallest objectives to accomplish task (typically 32, no larger than 36 on a hunting rifle) and I STILL need a cheek riser on all my scoped rifles.

The drop angle of certain stocks combined with facial structure is what it is.....short of going through several different stocks, which isn't a reality for most of us.

I hate all cheek risers, bags, all adjustable types, foam and gaff tape.... whatever. Also don't want any ammo on the gun. But .... my devastating jaw line :p seems to require one on just about everything. Wish that were not the case.
 
Great choice, I'm actually on the lookout for something similar. All I have at the moment is blued steel, be nice to have stainless or a coated rifle for the wetter days. A fair weather hunter wouldn't be doing much hunting in your area.
 
I'm sure you'll be happy with your Steyr purchase. While I much prefer wood and black metal, I have really grown to appreciate the functional utility of my Tikka T3 Battue. It sports a synthetic stock and coated metal. I also have a stainless/laminate Savage MKII and a nickel plated/synthetic Rem 870 Marine Magnum that I'm quite fond of. I have found that well treated or coated wood, and coated metal is just as maintenance free and looks better. If there were ever a fire in my house, however, none of my stainless and synthetic rifles would be the first out :)
 
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