<cascadehunter>
FNG
Hey all,
Looking for opinions on a semi-custom Bergara. The first rifle I ever bought was a Bergara in 6.5cm and, while I was happy with the rifle, I decided I wanted a magnum cartridge. I choose a tikka in 7mmrm for its smooth stainless action and light weight. Now I almost feel the rifle is TOO light at 7.5# fully loaded. I’ve put close to 400 round through this gun. Some days I’m consistently ringing an 8 inch gong at 500, other days I can not for the life of me hit a 10inch at 400. I’ve read that a heavier rifle is more forgiving, so I’m exploring the idea of putting together something in the 10.5# range. Would this help cover some of my inconsistencies or am I trying to throw gear at a skill problem?
If I go this route it would likely look like this:
Bergara Ridge in 7mmrm or 300wm
Iota EKO stock
APA little bastard
Vortex Razor LHT 3-15
Should come in close to 10.5 scoped.
I guess this is two separate questions, one regarding shootability and weight, the other regarding the rifle components in question.
Apologies for being so long winded. I have many questions. Thanks for any input.
Looking for opinions on a semi-custom Bergara. The first rifle I ever bought was a Bergara in 6.5cm and, while I was happy with the rifle, I decided I wanted a magnum cartridge. I choose a tikka in 7mmrm for its smooth stainless action and light weight. Now I almost feel the rifle is TOO light at 7.5# fully loaded. I’ve put close to 400 round through this gun. Some days I’m consistently ringing an 8 inch gong at 500, other days I can not for the life of me hit a 10inch at 400. I’ve read that a heavier rifle is more forgiving, so I’m exploring the idea of putting together something in the 10.5# range. Would this help cover some of my inconsistencies or am I trying to throw gear at a skill problem?
If I go this route it would likely look like this:
Bergara Ridge in 7mmrm or 300wm
Iota EKO stock
APA little bastard
Vortex Razor LHT 3-15
Should come in close to 10.5 scoped.
I guess this is two separate questions, one regarding shootability and weight, the other regarding the rifle components in question.
Apologies for being so long winded. I have many questions. Thanks for any input.