Christensen Arms Issue or Scope Issue

[The_Whitetail_Kid]

Looks like a 3 inch group centered about 1.5 inches high.

My last several shots were dead on at 100 and the others 1.5 inch high. There was a shot on one of the smaller bullseye that’s cut out that was dead on also and that was my last shot. Which was crazy, after the first several being where they needed to be

 

[TaperPin]

Christensen chambers do not have a lot of slop, which is one reason they often shoot very good. It also means there isnt a lot of extra room for carbon buildup. One of the first things a custom barrel maker will ask if it stops shooting abruptly is how do you clean? Gone are the simple days of hoppys #9 and a patch. An inexpensive borescope is a good investment just to know you’re getting the carbon out.

A second scope to swap out would be nice to see if group size changes.

 

[Sandstrom]

My last several shots were dead on at 100 and the others 1.5 inch high. There was a shot on one of the smaller bullseye that’s cut out that was dead on also and that was my last shot. Which was crazy, after the first several being where they needed to be

A couple of thoughts.

1. I have asked twice, what you torqued all screws to, the only answer I have seen is “tight”. Do you have a in-lbs torque wrench? What you think is tight, might not be. If we have an actual measurement we will all be on the same page with trying to help you with your problem.
2. I am confused with your above statement. Are you zeroing at 100 or 200, or shooting at 100 with a 200 yard zero?
3. Whatever the answer is, it is so much better to zero at 100 (for so many reasons) and then set the dial to 200 for carrying around. You have a scope that dials, use it that way.
4. How are you shooting groups, bags and a bench, bipod and rear bag, off the hood? The Christensen’s I have shot and held have a fairly flimsy for end making it easy to induce flex, causing the stock to touch the barrel which can cause a poi shift.
5. Is the ammo you are using all from the same lot?
These questions/thoughts are nothing personal and are simply to get a better picture of what exactly is going on to better help you.
Ryan

 

[Hott_Shot]

I have had a somewhat similar issue with my ridgeline. Shoots great (1/2 moa) consistently, however I have had issues with my POI shifting vertically between shooting sessions. One day it’s right on, the next day, it might be shooting 1.5” high at 100 yards. Everything is torqued to spec, same shooting location and very similar conditions. I have tried everything I can think of to resolve this issue, and also used a different scope on the rifle with the same result. At this point, I have determined that the issue is in the machining on the top of the action. When tightening my rail to spec, I believe it is pulling a slight warp into the rail. My understanding is that this puts the rail in a constant strain, which then puts the optic in a bind. I just finished bedding the rail to the action, which should resolve this problem. I’ll follow up and let you know if this does in fact fix the problem, if you’re interested!

 

[Jdgardner1979]

Some of these people kill me. Let me clear this for everyone. The ones on here acting like everyone is stupid and they know everything and your beneath them lmao ! Christensen arms has some major issues going on. I guarantee you I have more than 90% of you. Some shoot absolutely crazy good. Like better than some custom $6000 guns. I have also had some that would not hit a barn door. Have had some shoot absolutely crazy good then go to crap. And everyone that has given me issues has been their carbon barrel rifles. You don’t have to be some rifle expert to know a dang rifle will or won’t shoot. I have one that needs to be cleaned after 80 rounds or it shoots like crap. I have one that shoots like crap for about 7 to 8 shots after I clean it. They are all different. But yes Christensen does have an issue and I have dealt with it for years and still am on one remaining rifle. Has been sent back three times. And it will go back ten thousand more until they make it right. Save yourself some pain and buy a custom rifle or a Seekins. I also own 5 Seekins and everyone of them comes out the box gets cleaned and shoots lights out and doesn’t change. I can clean them shoot a foul shot and it’s back to business. Christensen Arms are hit and miss with customer service. There customer service manager is a joke. But there tech manager has patience and is a good dude. If you have a issue deal with him out the gate and don’t waist your time with the people that answer the phone and have no idea what a rifle even is. Bottom line some of you a$$ holes need to lighten up your not rifle gods. Some people experience stuff that maybe you just haven’t. Doesn’t mean they don’t know what they are doing. Some don’t some do but it’s not your place to act superior. Help them or keep your mouth shut !

 

[wind gypsy]

Some of these people kill me. Let me clear this for everyone. The ones on here acting like everyone is stupid and they know everything and your beneath them lmao ! Christensen arms has some major issues going on. I guarantee you I have more than 90% of you. Some shoot absolutely crazy good. Like better than some custom $6000 guns. I have also had some that would not hit a barn door. Have had some shoot absolutely crazy good then go to crap. And everyone that has given me issues has been their carbon barrel rifles. You don’t have to be some rifle expert to know a dang rifle will or won’t shoot. I have one that needs to be cleaned after 80 rounds or it shoots like crap. I have one that shoots like crap for about 7 to 8 shots after I clean it. They are all different. But yes Christensen does have an issue and I have dealt with it for years and still am on one remaining rifle. Has been sent back three times. And it will go back ten thousand more until they make it right. Save yourself some pain and buy a custom rifle or a Seekins. I also own 5 Seekins and everyone of them comes out the box gets cleaned and shoots lights out and doesn’t change. I can clean them shoot a foul shot and it’s back to business. Christensen Arms are hit and miss with customer service. There customer service manager is a joke. But there tech manager has patience and is a good dude. If you have a issue deal with him out the gate and don’t waist your time with the people that answer the phone and have no idea what a rifle even is. Bottom line some of you a$$ holes need to lighten up your not rifle gods. Some people experience stuff that maybe you just haven’t. Doesn’t mean they don’t know what they are doing. Some don’t some do but it’s not your place to act superior. Help them or keep your mouth shut !

There's some good input in there but the "you're all elitist Aholes, I know more than you, lighten up" deal is ironic.

 

[Gunnersdad49]

Some of these people kill me. Let me clear this for everyone. The ones on here acting like everyone is stupid and they know everything and your beneath them lmao ! Christensen arms has some major issues going on. I guarantee you I have more than 90% of you. Some shoot absolutely crazy good. Like better than some custom $6000 guns. I have also had some that would not hit a barn door. Have had some shoot absolutely crazy good then go to crap. And everyone that has given me issues has been their carbon barrel rifles. You don’t have to be some rifle expert to know a dang rifle will or won’t shoot. I have one that needs to be cleaned after 80 rounds or it shoots like crap. I have one that shoots like crap for about 7 to 8 shots after I clean it. They are all different. But yes Christensen does have an issue and I have dealt with it for years and still am on one remaining rifle. Has been sent back three times. And it will go back ten thousand more until they make it right. Save yourself some pain and buy a custom rifle or a Seekins. I also own 5 Seekins and everyone of them comes out the box gets cleaned and shoots lights out and doesn’t change. I can clean them shoot a foul shot and it’s back to business. Christensen Arms are hit and miss with customer service. There customer service manager is a joke. But there tech manager has patience and is a good dude. If you have a issue deal with him out the gate and don’t waist your time with the people that answer the phone and have no idea what a rifle even is. Bottom line some of you a$$ holes need to lighten up your not rifle gods. Some people experience stuff that maybe you just haven’t. Doesn’t mean they don’t know what they are doing. Some don’t some do but it’s not your place to act superior. Help them or keep your mouth shut !

Coming out swinging on a first post!

I noticed a POI shift on my Ridgeline after about the first 80 rounds. It seemed to creep more and more as I shot it. I pulled the stock off to re-torque action screws and noticed a crack forming near the bolt handle inlet. It appeared to have had a bubble or blem in the stock materials that shooting exacerbated. I emailed CA and they asked for photos. I sent them, and within a week had a new stock shipped to my house at no charge.