Thanks man, I really appreciate the advice. I would def be shooting matches to enhance my hunting skill set….. buuuuuut human nature is human nature haha. for some reason PRS or any shooting match is already somewhat intimidating to me so my expectations starting out would be set very realistic!
I really appreciate everyone’s input. I think the strategy to build the gun more hunting oriented is the route with the possibility to take it to a NRL match. The rifle build is chambered in 7SAW, so I knew going into it that it wouldn’t be ideal for a PRS but still possible. I liked that...
Thanks for the advice man! I think that helps me feel more confident in a decision. What are you currently using for a hunting rig? What’s your thoughts on the aluminum chassis with rubber m-lock inserts?
Having a custom rifle built and I cannot land on a chassis or stock. The build as of now is:
-benchmark MTU lite #10.5 26” (3lbs 13oz)
-Christiansen arms SA rem700 action (2 lbs)
-trigger tech trigger
-scope/rings possibly Mark5 or helos BTR (2 lbs with Hawkins ultralight rings)
-bipod (1 lb)...
Are those speeds out of a 24” tikka barrel? I’ll post back here once I get rolling, unfortunately I’m about a year and a half out for my build to be complete :/ stay tuned lol
Same boat, my gun really likes factory federal premium loaded with Berger hybrids. Def going to start keeping an eye out for factory ammo that is more brass focused. How many rounds do you have through your rifle to feel ready for load development?
I’ve actually tried to stay away from hornady components but I am guilty of giving them the benefit of the doubt on brass for some reason. What other brands would you recommend? I haven’t looked if Sig makes 300 WSM but loaded up some 270 a couple weeks back and that brass seemed pretty decent...
New to reloading and I have a few questions/recommendations on the best way to get brass during these crazy times.
300 WSM is the brass I’m after, preferably Lapua, Hornady, or ADG. My question are below.
-what websites are you guys acquiring from and are there websites I should be weary of? I...
Haha when I started typing it out I even had to stop and remind myself why I didn’t want a 6.5 lol the main reason would be wanting to get into that 160 grain+ bullet. How has it been finding brass for your 7SAUM, would you recommend someone building one if they have no brass at the moment.
Did you go into your build wanting a 21” barrel or what factor made you decide 21? I was looking at WTOs velocity testing and they used a 31” barrel so it was hard to truly determine what to expect. It states a 26” barrel would be needed to get a 162 into that speed range.
I am currently stuck in the caliber black hole! Building my first custom rifle and can’t land on a caliber to save my life. My intentions for this rifle is kill elk under 500 yards and ring steel at 1,000+. I would like to do it in a bullet bigger than 6.5 and also it has to be in a short...