Mystic Precision
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
- Location
- Summerland, BC
I have built several Rems and owned several more. I have no dislike for them at all. I am just annoyed at how far their product has fallen over the last decade. One of my fave rifles is a Rem Classic in 222Rem. THIS is what a Rem should be and it is truly a highlight of what this brand could/should be doing. Circa 1990's production.. Pity I was much poorer then and had to sell it to fund other projects - one of the few rifles I regret selling.
Savage on the other hand has been rapidly improving from their dark days during bankruptcy (and they were junkie then). They now offer a great, accurate, nice running product for a fair price. Plenty of features and options to suit a huge range of shooters. I believe they are the NA #1 bolt rifle by sales now.
Then you include all the things a DIY can enjoy with these rifles, and there is little to not like. Huge performance potential for the money spent/invested. Perfect? not in your life but pretty darn good vs anything in its price range. Add some TLC and quality parts like a Shilen Match prefit, and you are keeping up with some very pricey toys.
Ruger seems to have hit a nice balance with the new American. I am really enjoying this rifle and as a hunting rig, awesome even at double the price.
Tikka continues to be such a gem and so underrated. They cost more upfront but give so much out of the box. If I didn't want to tinker (except bedding), this would be my rifle. But since I can't leave anything alone, I play with Savages.
I am always trying new stuff cause you just never know what will be the next 'bestest' thing. Maybe it will be new nutted Rem?
Jerry
Savage on the other hand has been rapidly improving from their dark days during bankruptcy (and they were junkie then). They now offer a great, accurate, nice running product for a fair price. Plenty of features and options to suit a huge range of shooters. I believe they are the NA #1 bolt rifle by sales now.
Then you include all the things a DIY can enjoy with these rifles, and there is little to not like. Huge performance potential for the money spent/invested. Perfect? not in your life but pretty darn good vs anything in its price range. Add some TLC and quality parts like a Shilen Match prefit, and you are keeping up with some very pricey toys.
Ruger seems to have hit a nice balance with the new American. I am really enjoying this rifle and as a hunting rig, awesome even at double the price.
Tikka continues to be such a gem and so underrated. They cost more upfront but give so much out of the box. If I didn't want to tinker (except bedding), this would be my rifle. But since I can't leave anything alone, I play with Savages.
I am always trying new stuff cause you just never know what will be the next 'bestest' thing. Maybe it will be new nutted Rem?
Jerry
