Rem Mountain SS Input

[ShrtRnd]

Recently picked up a Rem Mountain SS in 30-06 for a sweet deal. I've searched/looked at all the threads regarding this model, but most are geared to the Western altitudes where ounces matter and are either 7-08/308 based.


This was just to be a lighter overall option in my stable so weight isn't too critical. A poor mans Kimber/Weatherby etc build if you would. Looking for input on building a semi-light rig (7-8lbs) optically and any other areas I should seriously consider. Max range would be 3-400yrds but not regularily encountered. Thinking either 168gr TTSX or 180gr Nos Pars for pills.

* Edited* This is primarily a backup Moose rig. Primary being a T3 .300 WSM

Cheers

 

[bassman]

I'd look long and hard at the 150 TTSX and would toss a 2-7x33 VX2/ 2.5-8x36 VX3 on it.

 

[double gun]

Set of talley lightweights and a vx3 3.5-10x40. I would shoot 150 or 165gr accubonds, and if you wanted to drop any weight, replace the stock with a wildcat. If not, shoot it and be happy.

 

[cam1936]

Set of talley lightweights and a vx3 3.5-10x40. I would shoot 150 or 165gr accubonds, and if you wanted to drop any weight, replace the stock with a wildcat. If not, shoot it and be happy.

Very sound advice.

You may have seen my thread I posted a 7mm08 where I swapped for a Wildcat. The Wildcat saved me 14 oz over the B&C that comes stock. May be worth it or it may not.

My rifle also shot quite a bit better after bedding and floating the barrel.

 

[Black-Jacket]

I have a VX3 in 3.5-10X40 on my Mountain LSS, running 180gr scirocco's for deer, works well. Likely dial it back to 165gr this year though.

 

[ShrtRnd]

Thanks for the suggestions. LW Low Talleys are on the way along with a Trigger Tech trigger. Leupold VX 3/i is currently atop the leaderboard for optics, but I'm also looking into Vortex, Zeiss etc..