Barrett Fieldcraft at Home

[TxLite]

I’ve recently become enamored with the Fieldcraft rifles but at the current used market prices I don’t see them being worth it when you can essentially do a full custom for the same price. I like the super light setup with a short, fast twist threaded barrel. I’ve looked at the Wilson NULA’s but they just don’t seem to have the same magic as the Fieldcraft.

I am toying with the idea of just building a 16-18” 7tw 243 or 8tw 7mm-08 “clone” to scratch the itch. Ideally it would have a sub 90 degree throw. Something along the lines of a SKLTN action or similar. AG privateer stock?

At this point it’s just a brainchild, but I’d like to see what folks have done for a similar setup. I’m interested to hear what your build list was and bare rifle weight.

 

[David Walter]

Just buy the Fieldcraft. They hold value, custom builds don’t.

 

[N8funk83]

I have a Fieldcraft in 7mm-08. I recently handled a proof research elevation 2.0 with the hunter stock in 308. They feel very comparable in my hands. Obviously the barrels are way different, but actions,
stocks, and triggers are comparable.

Also, I love the Sako 90 adventure. I’ve handled them as well. Trigger and action are excellent. Fiberglass stock with adjustable cheek piece. Everyone here knows how tikkas and sakos just shoot (mostly). May be worth a look if you can find one.