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Post by Deleted on Dec 6, 2016 8:50:28 GMT -5
Been researching and asking questions on a new build. Some know I am back and forth on what I'm doing for a new build however after talking to Linebauh I'm going to build a bolt gun. I want something lighter than my 11.5lb McRem which I need to lighten up as well because I'm giving it to my boy. I'll probably try to trim some weight of my McRem and change scope to a vortex diamond back 4-12 I have on my 7 mag. Hope to get it down under 10lbs.
I will be building a 45, Nebraska rules and regs limit me to this option. Going to be ordering a Brux barrel but not sure what profile. Around 25" long possibly a break, for sure a mercury recoil reducer. Not sure what stock and from the research I've done the vortex diamond back 4-12 bdc reticle it weighs in around 14oz. I haven't seen any other scope that is what I want and weighs lighter than my viper. I'll be using a center-fire action and I'll probably look at Boyds stock unless i can find something in that price range with light weight options.
My goal is 9-9.5lbs with new build and still be able to shoot moderate loads. I'm not a competition shooter and don't feel I need anything over a 275 grain bullet to do the hunting I do. I do want a gun capable of 400 yard shot for antelope hunting just in case I need it.
Any suggestions appreciated just trying to put everything together my head before I start ordering. Thanks.
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Post by bestill458 on Dec 6, 2016 9:48:04 GMT -5
Been researching and asking questions on a new build. Some know I am back and forth on what I'm doing for a new build however after talking to Linebauh I'm going to build a bolt gun. I want something lighter than my 11.5lb McRem which I need to lighten up as well because I'm giving it to my boy. I'll probably try to trim some weight of my McRem and change scope to a vortex diamond back 4-12 I have on my 7 mag. Hope to get it down under 10lbs. I will be building a 45, Nebraska rules and regs limit me to this option. Going to be ordering a Brux barrel but not sure what profile. Around 25" long possibly a break, for sure a mercury recoil reducer. Not sure what stock and from the research I've done the vortex diamond back 4-12 bdc reticle it weighs in around 14oz. I haven't seen any other scope that is what I want and weighs lighter than my viper. I'll be using a center-fire action and I'll probably look at Boyds stock unless i can find something in that price range with light weight options. My goal is 9-9.5lbs with new build and still be able to shoot moderate loads. I'm not a competition shooter and don't feel I need anything over a 275 grain bullet to do the hunting I do. I do want a gun capable of 400 yard shot for antelope hunting just in case I need it. Any suggestions appreciated just trying to put everything together my head before I start ordering. Thanks. Under10 lbs is tuff but can be done. Stockys offers a new carbon fiber stock at very reasonable price. I would definitely go with muzzlebreak like Hankins with load thru funnel and not use mercury reducer. No ramrod will also help. Get a 3 piece with pouch from spinjag. If staying with moderate loads you can use a barrel nut barrel install and also trim weight. 700 sa is also lighter than a 700 ml so good choice |
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Post by buckstuds on Dec 6, 2016 10:10:30 GMT -5
Do a search on me. I had richard build me a lite bolt gun.i think it is exactly what you want.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 6, 2016 11:01:53 GMT -5
Do a search on me. I had richard build me a lite bolt gun.i think it is exactly what you want. What is the barrel length on your Rem that Richard built? Do you know what the stock weighs separate from your gun? I've done some research and they all seem to weigh around 2-2.5lbs unless you spend a lot of money and then your buying a stock that cost as much as the gun or more. Thanks for the info! |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 6, 2016 11:38:35 GMT -5
Why does your build have to be so light? Chad, a young ruttin' buck like yourself ought to be able to hump gear all day.... LOL
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Post by Deleted on Dec 6, 2016 11:48:53 GMT -5
Why does your build have to be so light? Chad, a young ruttin' buck like yourself ought to be able to hump gear all day.... LOL Come hunt where I do and you'll be singing a different tune!!  |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 6, 2016 11:59:27 GMT -5
Why does your build have to be so light? Chad, a young ruttin' buck like yourself ought to be able to hump gear all day.... LOL Come hunt where I do and you'll be singing a different tune!! Your probably right..... but if I was your age again I'd sure like to give it a try. My break open would be a lighter option but may not have the range you are looking for. |
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Post by buckstuds on Dec 6, 2016 12:27:55 GMT -5
The title of thread is New Build and then look at thread accumax-free target also first time at 300 yards.
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Post by schunter on Dec 6, 2016 12:46:52 GMT -5
I will get the exact weight on my MeRem tonight but I believe with the Nightforce it weighs about 10.5 lbs(not including the bipod). The stock is a HS Precision PSV004 ADL not bedded. The Nightforce weighs about 30 ounces so with the vortex diamondback you could easily get under 10 lbs. The barrel is 25" fluted McGowen. A 10/50 duplex with 250 gr. bullets is very comfortable to shoot in this gun. I don't remember the weight of the stock but I do remember it is a couple ounces lighter than the Boyds thumbhole that was on it previously.  |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 6, 2016 13:01:47 GMT -5
The title of thread is New Build and then look at thread accumax-free target also first time at 300 yards. Did some more digging and found the info I was looking for, yes I believe your right this is exactly what I am looking for in a build. I was pretty set on the vortex diamond back at 14 oz but I do like the viper better and at 16oz i don't think it will make a huge difference. After the first of the year I am going to start shopping for actions and right now set on a Savage model 110 action. Found one a while back for around $300 and I bet it if I look hard enough will find one for less than $300. I want to be able to do the build myself this time which is why i am doing all the research I can at this point. Thanks again. Still like more feed back I have a lot of research I am doing before I start putting things together. Thanks everyone for input! |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 6, 2016 13:02:41 GMT -5
schunter I like your build! Thanks for posting.!
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Post by Deleted on Dec 6, 2016 13:05:04 GMT -5
I would definitely go with muzzlebreak like Hankins with load thru funnel and not use mercury reducer. Why would you not use a mercury reducer? |
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Post by hillbill on Dec 6, 2016 13:10:12 GMT -5
give me a Pm and I can tell you exactly what you need to do to meet a specific target weight, light or heavy. some options CF action with aluminum single shot follower #6 brux with 1.250 for 4-5" forward of the lug in the 23-25" range and a brake for recoil help, fluting helps with weight. fluted bolt/ aluminum bolt shroud/ firing pin .187 lug the stock mentioned above ( which I intend to use on my next build) or the Mcmillan HTG which is excellent and weighs in at about 2 1/4 lbs or some in the Manners line are great. a quality aluminum rail such as Seekins or talley and quality aluminum rings to go really light you can skeletonize the bolt handle and do an aluminum bolt knob a trigger such as a Timney with an aluminum housing will also save you a couple ounces over the factory trigger I have done several guns with these options and if done correctly with base and rings it can be done under 8 lbs. been there but it's not cheap to get skinney.  |
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Post by doug136 on Dec 6, 2016 13:11:35 GMT -5
I'm also curious on the recoil reducer . Do they work ?
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Post by bestill458 on Dec 6, 2016 16:44:28 GMT -5
I would definitely go with muzzlebreak like Hankins with load thru funnel and not use mercury reducer. Why would you not use a mercury reducer? Your after a light build and they definitely add weight. Ive installed 2 of them and was not impressed will recoil reduction. Did they reduce recall yes but not much more than just adding the weight would do. |
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Post by Richard on Dec 6, 2016 16:52:38 GMT -5
Bestill has it right! I have used them in shotguns and not been impressed with recoil reduction. Porting or a break is what you need. Then just "suck it up" and take the recoil!  Find yourself a "gun bearer!" |
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Post by schunter on Dec 6, 2016 21:58:32 GMT -5
schunter I like your build! Thanks for posting.! 10.5 lbs. is what it weighs and that is with steel bases and rings |
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Find yourself a "gun bearer!"