Rem 700. 308 questions

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First post here, so any advice would be appreciated.
I Have been looking into building my first LR rifle, I have been looking at a rem 700 in 308 with a heavy barrel. Doing research online the rem 700 has been taking a lot of heat lately on Qc and accuracy. Has anyone bought one recently and how is your experience with it?
Thanks
 
Very popular rifle and calibre. Lots of after market upgrades available. Heavy barrel is better for precision. You'll have fun....and spend some $$.
 
Thats what I did, remington 700 5r in 308 24" barrel. I'm glad I bought it, I have been able to print sub-moa groups with factory ammo (federal gold medal match 168 gr). The only thing it was missing was a detachable box magazine, to remedy that I went with a Cadex chassis. There are endless options to go with, all depending on what you want and how you shoot (F-class, BR, PR etc.).
 
bsand said:
Thats what I did, remington 700 5r in 308 24" barrel. I'm glad I bought it, I have been able to print sub-moa groups with factory ammo (federal gold medal match 168 gr). The only thing it was missing was a detachable box magazine, to remedy that I went with a Cadex chassis. There are endless options to go with, all depending on what you want and how you shoot (F-class, BR, PR etc.).
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Agree with the Remy 5R.

My best group so far. I just need to head to the range more frequently to practice. :(

 
I purchased a used but unfired .308 SPS from a dealer and was amazed with the accuracy from a stock out of the box rifle with factory Federal GameKings and Nosler trophy Accubonds.

I too was concerned about recent QC horror stories but so far no issues and great performance.
 
There seems to be a hole you aren't accounting for?? =)

I have a 5R as well in a Whiskey 3 chassis and Timney. Jury barrel waiting to go on.

If I were you, especially if you plan to run 308, I'd go full custom off the start. Get a custom action, after market barrel, stock, and trigger.

More then a stock Rem 700, but far, far better. You'll do these upgrades eventually either way, but this way you start with a great shooter that will last you a long time (30cal).

Don't forget reloading set-up. You'll want it as well.

Have fun.
 
Shibby! said:
There seems to be a hole you aren't accounting for?? =)

I have a 5R as well in a Whiskey 3 chassis and Timney. Jury barrel waiting to go on.

If I were you, especially if you plan to run 308, I'd go full custom off the start. Get a custom action, after market barrel, stock, and trigger.

More then a stock Rem 700, but far, far better. You'll do these upgrades eventually either way, but this way you start with a great shooter that will last you a long time (30cal).

Don't forget reloading set-up. You'll want it as well.

Have fun.
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The problem is he doesn't know what he likes or wants yet. I'd get a trial rifle first, then if it's your thing drop 2-6k on a custom.
 
I know for sure I will be customizing it later on that is why I'm thinking about the rem 700 as a base. Just don't want to be spending that kind of cash right out of the gate. It is still a toss up between this and a savage model 10. I just like the aftermarket availability of the Rem 700. Thanks again for the input !
 
Then by all means go with a Rem 700. But if you are planning on doing this eventually, I'd suggest you take the plunge or wait till you can afford it.

If building a 700 like so many do, start with the action you want. Don't buy a SPS if you want a stainless action, etc.

Good luck.
 
Shibby! said:
There seems to be a hole you aren't accounting for?? =)

I have a 5R as well in a Whiskey 3 chassis and Timney. Jury barrel waiting to go on.

If I were you, especially if you plan to run 308, I'd go full custom off the start. Get a custom action, after market barrel, stock, and trigger.

More then a stock Rem 700, but far, far better. You'll do these upgrades eventually either way, but this way you start with a great shooter that will last you a long time (30cal).

Don't forget reloading set-up. You'll want it as well.

Have fun.
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Hahahaha .... Yup!

This thread -- > http://www.canadiangunnutz.com/forum/showthread.php/1076678-Can-be-improved

Just got too busy in the last few months, haven't visited my range in a while. :(
 
I see your point but I dont fully agree. The popular starting rifles have pretty good resale value if they're not modded out too much. A guy will spend way more on ammo learning the basics and getting his fundamentals down than he stands to lose selling a used SPS or Savage. And if precision isn't for him he doesn't have to sit for months looking for a buyer for a custom and take a pretty big hit on resale. But there is no denying the huge difference between factory and custom in both quality and accuracy. Well worth it if you're sure you're ready to commit but a bit of a gamble to get your feet wet. Not arguing just putting another perspective on it.

Shibby! said:
Then by all means go with a Rem 700. But if you are planning on doing this eventually, I'd suggest you take the plunge or wait till you can afford it.

If building a 700 like so many do, start with the action you want. Don't buy a SPS if you want a stainless action, etc.

Good luck.
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I am going to the range this weekend to test out how accurate my 700 AAC-SD is.... FYI if it is not less then 1moa I will be getting a Tikka T3.....
 
3of30 said:
First post here, so any advice would be appreciated.
I Have been looking into building my first LR rifle, I have been looking at a rem 700 in 308 with a heavy barrel. Doing research online the rem 700 has been taking a lot of heat lately on Qc and accuracy. Has anyone bought one recently and how is your experience with it?
Thanks
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I see a lot of new shooters at the club buy a Rem 700 .308 HB and I always tell them to wear out the barrel first. We can always screw on a match barrel later if they feel the need, but most don't as accuracy meets their expectations for the occasional shooter.
These latest guns have all been good and no complaints so far.

I rebarreled my old 700 hunting rifle with a take off .308 SPS barrel and accuracy is back to where it should be again.
 
I've shot my Remington's at National and International level competitions and they have always done me just fine. The problems were with the driver not the action. ;)
Great first longrange rifles and really the Mr. Potatohead of bolt guns. Buy with confidence and upgrade when you start to feel that you aren't getting everything out of the gun with your confidence and skill level.
 
EHG said:
I see a lot of new shooters at the club buy a Rem 700 .308 HB and I always tell them to wear out the barrel first. We can always screw on a match barrel later if they feel the need, but most don't as accuracy meets their expectations for the occasional shooter.
These latest guns have all been good and no complaints so far.

I rebarreled my old 700 hunting rifle with a take off .308 SPS barrel and accuracy is back to where it should be again.
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That's exactly my plan, well shoot out the barrel then get a custom lefty made up.
 
Longshot said:
I've shot my Remington's at National and International level competitions and they have always done me just fine. The problems were with the driver not the action. ;)
Great first longrange rifles and really the Mr. Potatohead of bolt guns. Buy with confidence and upgrade when you start to feel that you aren't getting everything out of the gun with your confidence and skill level.
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Exactly. My plan is to learn to shoot on it, then probably put a match barrel on it and get it trued, then maybe drop it into an Ai chassis. I just wanted to be sure I wasn't starting with a garbage gun. Thanks again for the input.
 
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