Is a Troy par as accurate as a .308 bolt?
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No. That's why I don't watch Nutnfancy
From my limited experience anything ar related has a sloppy "nato" chamber, sadly this includes the heavy "match" barrels (223 wylde isnt much better)
If you get a properly chambered barrel (saami) it shoud be just great, you could even specify to have the gas port only drilled halfway thru, finish it if you decide to swap that barrel on a semi auto
It seems most are comparing a shilen/kreiger/mgowen bolt gun to a colt/faxon/ect ar... Then concluding bolt guns are way more accurate
If you get a properly chambered barrel (saami) it shoud be just great, you could even specify to have the gas port only drilled halfway thru, finish it if you decide to swap that barrel on a semi auto
It seems most are comparing a shilen/kreiger/mgowen bolt gun to a colt/faxon/ect ar... Then concluding bolt guns are way more accurate
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Interesting...thinking of it as a lighter weight stalking/humping through the bush gun. I am a lefty and don’t want a right hand bolt. Left hand bolts are too far and few between and I hate paying the premium just for a left bolt. So was thinking this would be a good hunting as it’s not too heavy and shorter barrel.
Use my bcl102 as more of a blind/stand rifle.
Use my bcl102 as more of a blind/stand rifle.
I bought a par in .223 for coyotes for the same reasons. With hand loads it's a 1 - 1.5 moa gun out to 300 yards with everything stock and a 4.5-14 scope. I did polish the factory trigger, which is still a weak link. I'm sure an upgrade there would tighten groups a bit more.
I have a PAR 308 fitted with a Primary Arms 1- 8 Scope. I think it's plenty accurate enough for hunting - that's my intended use.
Sorry I can't quote MOA, but I've been consistently hitting dinner plates at 300m using Hornadny Precision Hunter factory ammunition.
Tip. If you are going to buy a TROY PAR, I recommend getting the latest version with the upgraded pump action and rod block.
I purchased a Troy National PAR in 300AAC BLK and it is a very accurate rifle indeed. Compared to my Ruger Gunsite Scout 308 there is nothing in it for the first 150 metres. After that the 308 has the legs.
If comparing it with a Tikka T3 or similar, then the Troy comes a decisive second, but virtually everything else I own comes second to the Tikka in the accuracy department.
I still struggle with pump action rifles / shotguns, but thats me and lack of practice as opposed to being an inferior method of operation.
The Troy PAR is an excellent rifle, and the main reason I purchased it was to be able to use a lightweight 'AR' type rifle in the bush. The quality of the rifle and particularly the folding stock really make it a joy to own and use. I have used it with success for close range deer hunting, but I am a traditionalist and prefer a bolt action rifle for my deer hunting.
My next potential purchase is a heavier version of the PAR in 308, but I am waiting until next season so no hurry. The Nutnfancy channel is well worth the viewing, yes he is wordy but he has some very good observations / reviews so worth the time in my opinion.
Candocad.
If comparing it with a Tikka T3 or similar, then the Troy comes a decisive second, but virtually everything else I own comes second to the Tikka in the accuracy department.
I still struggle with pump action rifles / shotguns, but thats me and lack of practice as opposed to being an inferior method of operation.
The Troy PAR is an excellent rifle, and the main reason I purchased it was to be able to use a lightweight 'AR' type rifle in the bush. The quality of the rifle and particularly the folding stock really make it a joy to own and use. I have used it with success for close range deer hunting, but I am a traditionalist and prefer a bolt action rifle for my deer hunting.
My next potential purchase is a heavier version of the PAR in 308, but I am waiting until next season so no hurry. The Nutnfancy channel is well worth the viewing, yes he is wordy but he has some very good observations / reviews so worth the time in my opinion.
Candocad.
There's a *Kiwi gunsmith on YouTube who has raised the issue of the bolt catch fragility. He ended up machining his own (apparently stronger) replacement part.
Personally, I had to replace the Operating Rod after about ~300 rnds. My gunsmith suggests that it wasn't tempered properly causing slight wear on the notches - rather odd for a reputable manufacturer like Troy. That said, I was able to order a new Op Rod from Troy without any hassles.
All appears to be working reliably now.
