How is fierce doing?

[ALslamma]

Wanting to get a 7PRC and have been looking at the fierce carbon rival xp. Seen some older posts about fierce and wanted to see if they have gotten better. The place where I was looking at the rifle talked highly about it of course. Its just hard to get past the 1/2 moa guarantee.

 

[big44a4]

Wanting to get a 7PRC and have been looking at the fierce carbon rival xp. Seen some older posts about fierce and wanted to see if they have gotten better. The place where I was looking at the rifle talked highly about it of course. Its just hard to get past the 1/2 moa guarantee.

I’ve had a 6.5PRC edge from cabelas for over 3 years now. No issues like some others have had. Gun shoots lights out for me.

 

[CorbLand]

Fierce Firearms Disaster

Long read but could save you some money and headache. A few years ago we placed an order through a local Fierce distributor for 4 rifles. A Fury in 28 Nosler, a Fury in .300wm, a Carbon Fury in 6.5 PRC, and a Carbon Edge in .300 PRC. Out of those rifles the Carbon Edge was the only one to shoot...

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[Bama67]

If you got Fierce money and want accuracy, just get a Seekins and have a great gun from great people.

 

[SuperDUECE22]

WHAT HE SAID
Don't overpay for a company that has horse$hit QC & CS

 

[mt100gr.]

At the end of this semester Fierce will have completed Lands and Grooves 101.

 

[JohnJohnson]

If you got Fierce money and want accuracy, just get a Seekins and have a great gun from great people.

Just replying to emphasize this.

 

[IDVortex]

If you got Fierce money and want accuracy, just get a Seekins and have a great gun from great people.

If I end up getting a new backpacking rifle this is the route I'm going. Made in Idaho too to boot!

 

[rkcdvm]

I have one of the old Fierce Fury's but it was made in Canada not Utah. Mine has had zero issues and definitely shoots sub 1/2 MOA with the recommended round. My buddy however has one of the newer ones made in Utah. He had all of the same issues with the extractor as everyone else. He also had the bolt handle break off. He ended up taking it to a gunsmith after having Fierce repair it several times. His is a shooter but it kept breaking until his local gunsmith did some fixing of it.

I wouldn't buy another one unless the reviews start turning around.

 

[tysonmax]

I took a chance on a Fierce Carbon Rival in 6.8 Western and it's been pretty great. The chamber tolerance is much more to spec than my X-Bolt in 6.8, which is like throwing a hot dog down a hallway.

 

[kevingm1987]

I took a chance on a Fierce Carbon Rival in 6.8 Western and it's been pretty great. The chamber tolerance is much more to spec than my X-Bolt in 6.8, which is like throwing a hot dog down a hallway.

Good to hear. Looking at this set up very closely myself. Or maybe going to the rogue and paying a couple extra bucks for them to make me one in 6.8.

 

[tysonmax]

Good to hear. Looking at this set up very closely myself. Or maybe going to the rogue and paying a couple extra bucks for them to make me one in 6.8.

If you end up going that route (22" Carbon Rival) feel free to reach out to me. I've got a nice load worked up with the 160gr Hammer HHT @ 2,960fps at a consistent .6" group.

 

[Kenn]

Wanting to get a 7PRC and have been looking at the fierce carbon rival xp. Seen some older posts about fierce and wanted to see if they have gotten better. The place where I was looking at the rifle talked highly about it of course. Its just hard to get past the 1/2 moa guarantee.

Don't get too excited about the guarantee. Here's the fine print (the bold italics are mine);

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
Before sending your rifle in for an accuracy warranty claim, ensure that you have addressed all possible issues that may be contributing to your inability to achieve the accuracy guarantee for your specific rifle model. Please contact a Fierce Firearms representative before sending your rifle back for review. They will review your shooting practices and advise several possible solutions. If you feel you have exhausted all options and there is still an issue with the rifle, make proper arrangements with Fierce customer service representative. The customer will be responsible for shipping the rifle to Fierce HQ for inspection.

IF, Fierce personnel IS NOT able to acheive the 3 shot accuracy grouping (100 Yards), the necessary repairs will be made to ensure your rifle meets our accuacy standards. Fierce will cover the return shipping fee.

IF, Fierce personnel IS able to successfully achieve the 3 shot accuracy grouping (100 Yards), you will be charged $200 labor and ammo plus you will be responsible for the shipping fee when your rifle is returned.

 

[wind gypsy]

Don't get too excited about the guarantee. Here's the fine print (the bold italics are mine);

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
Before sending your rifle in for an accuracy warranty claim, ensure that you have addressed all possible issues that may be contributing to your inability to achieve the accuracy guarantee for your specific rifle model. Please contact a Fierce Firearms representative before sending your rifle back for review. They will review your shooting practices and advise several possible solutions. If you feel you have exhausted all options and there is still an issue with the rifle, make proper arrangements with Fierce customer service representative. The customer will be responsible for shipping the rifle to Fierce HQ for inspection.

IF, Fierce personnel IS NOT able to acheive the 3 shot accuracy grouping (100 Yards), the necessary repairs will be made to ensure your rifle meets our accuacy standards. Fierce will cover the return shipping fee.

IF, Fierce personnel IS able to successfully achieve the 3 shot accuracy grouping (100 Yards), you will be charged $200 labor and ammo plus you will be responsible for the shipping fee when your rifle is returned.

Exactly. "1/2 MOA guarantee" that they could get a 3 shot group to a 1/2", regardless of how many groups they shoot until they luck into one. Doesn't mean shit, its a marketing schtick.

 

[Larry from East TN]

Recently bought a Fierce carbon rival in 7MM PRC. I too was concerned about all the negative reviews but decided to take a chance. The gun is light, handles well, and shoots “lights out”. Glad I made the purchase. Hope this helps.

 

[7LRM]

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[lager]

I just sent a MTN Reaper, 7 PRC, package deal with the zeiss scope and hard case back a few days ago that I have put 300 rounds through trying to get under 1 moa . 5 different powders, 4 different bullets and primers. I had enough and called them. They sent me shipping label and papers to sign for the $200 labor deal. The factory Hornady 175x that came with the gun shoots 2 1/2 inches at 100 yards. I dont shoot factory, but the warranty says 1/2 moa with factory ammo. Not sure who makes there carbon fiber barrels, but it obviously has a bad one. I have my fingers crossed that I dont get stuck with it. Gun belongs to friend that wanted a accurate load worked up for it, but have not been able to find one.

 

[david2duck]

If you got Fierce money and want accuracy, just get a Seekins and have a great gun from great people.

This or do a custom. My buddy just had his Seekins Element action crack. From phone call to brand new rifle was 10 days. My semi custom tikka with a WTO switchlug and 2 different barrels cost less than most of the Fierce rifles.