My new Savage 116 Alaskan Brush Hunter in .338 WM

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Hey guys,

I just came back from the range where I spent the whole morning shooting my new Savage 116 Alaskan Brush Hunter in .338 WM (used Rem 225gr bullets). As you can see from the pics I
removed the iron sights, added an EGW picatinny rail, a Harris bipod, a Burris set of scope rings and a Redfiled Revenge 3-9X42 scope. Even though I really like this setup I will make some modifications in the weeks to come with a new Vortex PST 6-24x50 MOA FFP scope and a Choate Tactical Stock.

It was my first time shooting the .338 WM and I just love it (experienced with 7mm, 300WSM, 300WM, 45-70, 308, 303 and .223). This rifle shoots -1 moa and the recoil isn't bad at all in fact it is way less then I was expecting. Recoil starts to bother me when I shoot a 430gr 45-70 bullet out of my Marlin 1895 (to give you an idea of what I can manage as far as recoil goes).

I always wanted a short bolt action rifle in a big caliber and this one is just perfect for me (weighs 10.4 pounds). I never hunted big games and I would really like to go Moose hunting this next fall the only problem is I'm not sure if I could handle the ''field dress'' part after the kill :( But I really wanna learn so I'll have no choice but to deal with it :)

Anyways, all this to say that I love this rifle and if you ever think of getting one go for it you won't be disappointing (the also make it in 375 Ruger).

Cheers, Mario

http://www.savagearms.com/firearms/model/116ALASKANBRUSHHUNTER





 
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Mario; nice setup.

I tried a bi-pod on my moose rifle for a few trips but found it to be a heavyweight nuisance that was just not practical in the field at all.

I'd suggest plenty of practice without the bi-pod before any actual moose hunt as I suspect you may be pressed into taking your shot without it anyway. If you end up being able to use it, then that's fine too, but just don't head out hunting having ONLY shot this rifle prone with a bi-pod, if I may suggest.

I'd also suggest staying with the 3-9X scope in this short barrelled moose banger, and leave the 6-24X for your long range varmint rifle. You didn't chose this rifle for its ability to shoot moose at 700 yards anyways...
 
Northman999 said:
Mario; nice setup.

I tried a bi-pod on my moose rifle for a few trips but found it to be a heavyweight nuisance that was just not practical in the field at all.

I'd suggest plenty of practice without the bi-pod before any actual moose hunt as I suspect you may be pressed into taking your shot without it anyway. If you end up being able to use it, then that's fine too, but just don't head out hunting having ONLY shot this rifle prone with a bi-pod, if I may suggest.

I'd also suggest staying with the 3-9X scope in this short barrelled moose banger, and leave the 6-24X for your long range varmint rifle. You didn't chose this rifle for its ability to shoot moose at 700 yards anyways...
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Thanks for all the tips, I will practice without the bipod and stick to a 3x9-40mm. Is there a better scope I could get ? (instead of the Redfield). I don't know much about Redfield scopes but this one is actually quite nice.

Thanks
 
What are you trying to accomplish? Is it just the look that you like? (and there is nothing wrong with that if it is) I'm a little confused with a .338 Win Mag Alaskan Brush Hunter with the iron sights removed, picatinny rail, 6-24x50 scope, bipod and tactical stock.
 
bcsteve said:
What are you trying to accomplish? Is it just the look that you like? (and there is nothing wrong with that if it is) I'm a little confused with a .338 Win Mag Alaskan Brush Hunter with the iron sights removed, picatinny rail, 6-24x50 scope, bipod and tactical stock.
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fair question.... to be honest I wanted to use my Marlin 1895 for shots under 100 yards and the Savage for 100 yards and over. I also really enjoy shooting it at the shooting range (200 yards). I will try to find a longer range in my area.
 
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