Looking for long(er) range advice *update*

Thanks again everyone!

I've found one gun that I'm interested in, can anyone chime in on if it would be a good one to consider or not?

Its a Remington 700 .223 with a R5 mil-spec barrel, Hogue stock, tactical bolt, and a 5.5-25x56 Falcon FFP scope with Tally rings. It weighs in at 12.5+lbs

The things that concern me about this gun, not sure if they should be of concern or not are: the Falcon scope. I've never ever heard of them, so no idea if they're good or junk. This gun has a 19" barrel. Wouldn't a longer barrel be better for accuracy?

Thanks!
 
I'm on my phone so this will be quick..

The houge stocks are pretty much junk . But HS precision takeoffs pop up all the time in the EE.

The 5r line from rem is regarded to be a great out of the box rifle

Falcon scopes are sort of an entry level FFP. Scope , they are ok nothing amazing though

Shorter barrels are stiff so tend to be friendly for accuracy as they are less effected by harmonics , but you do give up some velocity
 
Wow the owner sure downgraded that rifle after buying it. Falcon is a cheap brand, reviews suggest the turrets get mushy over time. There is no warranty due to either import or export issues with the UK so its a paperweight if it breaks. The hogue stocks are good for hunting rifles, crap for precision. The original HS Precision stock that came on that rifle from the factory was pretty good. I personally wouldn't buy it unless it was dirt cheap, there's a lot that will need replacing if you want to do well with it.
 
Thanks so much for the advice. He is telling me it was a $2600 build, and would let it go for about $1300 in trade with only 80rds down the pipe. I guess there's a reason for that hey?
 
Um, 1200 + 500= 1700 for rifle and scope, $100 max for scope base and maybe $50 for rings is nowhere near $2600 lol. Not to mention he took a good HS stock off it and replaced it with a hogue... I take it he had it cut down to 19"? Maybe that's where he's getting that number? Either way its a good barrelled action... the rest not so much.
 
Deuce636 said:
What is wrong with a Hogue stock?

And why would you cut a barrel down from 24" to 19"? Just doesn't make sense to me!
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Most of the hogue stocks have very flimsy forends which are crap when using a bipod because it can flex and contact your barrel causing inconsistency from shot to shot. Maybe even more critical is they are so flimsy they are harder to steady. I would look elsewhere. Who knows why the barrel was cut back, damaged crown maybe? Seems like a lot to cut off for a crown all the same. Maybe he just likes random barrel lengths.
 
Wanting to start off with long range shooting is a bit like starting off wanting to start off learning to play lead guitar solos. Don't underestimate how much fun you can have at shorter range where you can control more of the variables within the limitations of off the shelf equipment.

Brands: Any "big" name is fine, but there are a few exceptions such as mossberg. pure schit. Remington 710 and 770 are also junk. Remington, Savage Tikka, Browning, Howa and CZ all make very good rifles for your purposes.
Calibre: the logical choice for you is something lighter recoiling with easy to find factory ammo. 223 is a good choice. 308 is a staple, but ammo more expensive and recoil is significantly more.
Style: something with a heavy barrel. Hunting rifles are not good for taking to the range and blowing a few boxes. they heat up fast and recoil more.

Just a few pearls.... there is a dearth of surplus 7.62X39mm Russian ammunition available by the case for dirt cheap prices. super Accurate? no, but plentiful and fun. Guns chambered in this caliber will last forever. If you can find a bolt actioned gun in this caliber, grab a case or two and just have fun. It is the centerfire equivalent to a 22.

Tikka: One of the most consistently accurate guns you can buy. Ignore internet whining about plastic stocks. These guns are precise as hell.

Internet Advice: remember what you paid for it... drop out to the local rod and gun club and chat with the folks out there shooting... they aren't trying to sell you something like the dealer "gurus" here.

Never met a shooting enthusiast that settled on just one gun. Get shooting and you will learn more by pulling the trigger than by clicking a damned mouse!
 
I think your best solution is the Savage LRP in 6.5 Creedmoor. It was designed to be a factory long range shooter. People have competed with the factory Hornady 140 Amax ammunition. Put a brake on it and your ready for some fun.
 
A little late to the thread, but if you are dead set on long range with little recoil I would recommend a .308. Not a hunting rifle, but a bench rest model over 12 lbs with a good muzzle brake. I developed a bad flinch shooting a .270WSM with a lightweight rifle. I ended up purchasing a used Sako TRG .308 for long range shooting and the recoil is minimal - more of a gentle push than a sharp punch. Obviously I'd recommend spending as much time at the range as possible trying out different rifles, calibers, and setups before you drop a few thousand on a rifle only to realize you still need a scope! Not that I did that... ;)
 
get something from Mystic or get savage model 12 in a 6br the only ftr 223 in canada is mine just got it so go with a 6br

try a 308 before buying the recoil may not be for your back

Jefferson
 
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