TRG 42 ??

I've got a TRG - 42 in 300 win mag. Couldn't be happier with it. I do have to agree with Slavex, it will out shoot me. The muzzle break that Sako has is great, as is the Burris scope that it came with.
I do reload now so for me it is really cost effective to shoot 300 win mag ( I already had everything set up, I also have a Rem 700 in 300 win mag ) If you want any more info on it please feel free to PM me, and I'll try to answer you questions.
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ivo wrote:
I have a TRG 42 in a 338 Lapua that I recently purchased and I love it. It is a heavy initial investment especially after optics, rings, base, muzzle brake and some accessories. The rings, base and muzzle brake I purchased from Richard Near and I couldn't be happier both with looks and initial performance.

If you reload it would make it worthwhile to buy this gun, if you don't reload it would be very expensive to shoot at $160 per box. This round isn't as uncomfortable to shoot as I expected, over the course of last Saturday I put 55 rounds down the barrel.

Performance is as would be expected and then some with this rifle and round. Last weekend I had a few 3 shot groups that measured .5" at 300 meters(with witnesses of course). This was during some load development shooting 215gr Sierra Gamekings at 3290fps, not Matchkings, Gamekings. I haven't found a load yet that doesn't shoot at least 5/8" or better, this rifle is a shooter.

I have trouble believing guys that say they can have an equally(comparable) good rifle built for half the price(it has been dicussed to death on this forum ) yes you can build a great rifle for less but just a McMillan A5 stock is 1/3 the price of the TRG 42.

My opinion is that if you can afford one get it, you won't be disappointed.


OK ivo, I'm following your lead. So if I'm not delighted with the result, I'll blame you ok,, ?

Just kidding.

The Near muzzel break, did you install this yourself ?

Thanx!
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I think you will be very happy with your decision.
The Near brake is just a standard bolt on with a set screw to tighten the brake where you want it.

Just a side note to this muzzle brake issue, under no circumstances do I recommend shooting this rifle with a brake without ear protection ever. I found this out this weekend while antelope/coyote hunting the hard way!
 
Sako accessories are pricey,
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Not Really you can order your accessories from Sako in Finland should have cost saving of 1/2 to 1/3 the price here My cousin bought a TRG 22 from the The Shooting Edge he ordered his accesories 1x Mag and a Bipod it cost him $500.00 he was shocked at the prices here and decided to order direct
 
Thanx for the advice ivo. I'll be sure to have both plugs and cups on.

I initially thought the 300 WM would be a practical choice but have since decided to reload and not compromise on performance. I have yet to produce a round, but after some reading and research I'm seeing that reloading for precision is a vital enhancement to the sport, not just a time investment for the frugal trying to produce cheap ammo. I'm looking forward to getting into it now that my eyes have been opened a bit, and yes, there is no doubt that $$ will be saved reloading the .338 LM. :mrgreen: .
 
I've never seen a TRG in person. How is the bipod attached? From the photos I've seen it appears to be "clamped" onto the barrel??? I can't believe that could possibly be the case, right?
 
JNG said:
I've never seen a TRG in person. How is the bipod attached? From the photos I've seen it appears to be "clamped" onto the barrel??? I can't believe that could possibly be the case, right?
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no, it enters in a slide in the stock front part. The pivots are the same height as the barrel but does not touch it in any way
 
The 308 is nice but the 33 is awesome

The 308 is nice for moderate range and for being able to purchase affordable factory target loads, so I went with that. If I had the time to do reloadinf I would have the 338 Lapua. The 300 win is sort of inbetween these and if you want a truly long range rifle the 338 is the way to go.
 
Since my last post I've acquired reloading equipment and supplies and have made up 100 rds of .338LM in 10 different loads. This will be a starting point to determine a load that will produce the smallest groups for my new rifle, when I get it. Its been good fun so far. The $$$ has been spent, now I'm just waiting for stuff to arrive.
 
HKMark23 said:
Since my last post I've acquired reloading equipment and supplies and have made up 100 rds of .338LM in 10 different loads. This will be a starting point to determine a load that will produce the smallest groups for my new rifle, when I get it. Its been good fun so far. The $$$ has been spent, now I'm just waiting for stuff to arrive.
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Congrats on making the comittment, you will enjoy that rifle.
If you have any questions on loads or whatever don't be afraid to ask, someone on this board may be able to save you a lot of money and grief, trust me!
 
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