338Fed build is complete.

[06 SB]

I have used a 338-08 then a 338Fed on a Remington 600 for decades and love it but I am switching to hunting suppressed. I could not see threading the barrel on the 600 so I had another one built on a stainless 700. 22” Pac-Nor #4 fluted barrel , Triggertech trigger, Hawkins Hunter DBM and a Pure Precision Altitude Stock. Suppressor is a Diligent Defense DTF STi. It is 7lbs 11oz without the bipod and balances perfectly. Right at the target weight I wanted. The scope, for now, is a Zeiss Conquest 3-9x40 but will eventually put something else on it. I am still working on that aspect of this build. I can’t believe I have to wait until next week to shoot it.

 

[NRA4LIFE]

That'll put the hurt on them.

 

[HandgunHTR]

I have used a 338-08 then a 338Fed on a Remington 600 for decades and love it but I am switching to hunting suppressed. I could not see threading the barrel on the 600 so I had another one built on a stainless 700. 22” Pac-Nor #4 fluted barrel , Triggertech trigger, Hawkins Hunter DBM and a Pure Precision Altitude Stock. Suppressor is a Diligent Defense DTF STi. It is 7lbs 11oz without the bipod and balances perfectly. Right at the target weight I wanted. The scope, for now, is a Zeiss Conquest 3-9x40 but will eventually put something else on it. I am still working on that aspect of this build. I can’t believe I have to wait until next week to shoot it.

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Question about the suppressor. I looked on Diligent's website and it seems that it doesn't come with a way to actually attach it to the rifle. Is that correct? Do you have to purchase your choice of HUB attachment separately?

 

[06 SB]

True statement. The DTF does not come with a direct mount. I just bought one of their 5/8x24 hubs. It seems stupid to not come with a hub.

 

[HandgunHTR]

True statement. The DTF does not come with a direct mount. I just bought one of their 5/8x24 hubs. It seems stupid to not come with a hub.

Thanks. I have been looking at them as a possible option for my next can, but I don't want to have to purchase something separately just to use it.

 

[onlybrowning]

Awesome build. Tell us about the load you’re hoping to hunt with.


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[prm]

That’ll do! I’ve played with smaller calibers, but this cartridge is still my favorite.

 

[tony]

Always wanted a 338 federal
Nice rifle there!

 

[Robobiss]

Thanks. I have been looking at them as a possible option for my next can, but I don't want to have to purchase something separately just to use it.

Then there are people like me that would rather not waste their money on a DT that I’m never going to use that is included in the MSRP of the can because I’m going to slap a QD hub mount of my choice on it.

 

[06 SB]

Awesome build. Tell us about the load you’re hoping to hunt with.


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Initially going with the 185gr TTSX/TSX for elk and bear. I have about 1100 185gr Fusions from Midway when they were discounted. I use those in my other 338Fed too. I have a lot of suitable powders too. A2230, CFE223, 8208XBR, Lever, H322 and more. I know I will find good loads with each bullet. I want to try the 210 Scirocco II as well when I find them.

 

[onlybrowning]

Nice! I’m planning to use 200gr Speer Hot Cor’s in mine most of the time. I’d love to find those 185 Fusions!


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[Wmmichael20]

Trying 200 grain hot cores as well in mine and just snagged a box of 200 grain trophy copper leftovers off of midway for 53 cents per bullet,I've currently got 200 rds of the 200 grain fusion and 2 bags of new starline brass to play with.