Seekins PH3

[Gulogulo]

I have not shot it yet. I ordered medium bases for a Nightforce NX8 and needed high.


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Seekins lows .....

 

[toast_malone88]

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What were your groupings? Haven’t been able to find any reviews or comments online about accuracy.

 

[Gulogulo]

What were your groupings? Haven’t been able to find any reviews or comments online about accuracy.

I've had this one for 5-6 weeks. 350 rounds and couldn't be happier. Extensively tested H1000, N560 and N565 with 143 ELD-X and 140 EH. Legit repeatable 1/2". Not crazy about the mag and mag release but it works fine. Never been a multi barrel/rifle kind of guy but will be picking up a second barrel down the line. I feel the PH3 is a lot of gun for the money.

 

[toast_malone88]

I've had this one for 5-6 weeks. 350 rounds and couldn't be happier. Extensively tested H1000, N560 and N565 with 143 ELD-X and 140 EH. Legit repeatable 1/2". Not crazy about the mag and mag release but it works fine. Never been a multi barrel/rifle kind of guy but will be picking up a second barrel down the line. I feel the PH3 is a lot of gun for the money.

I was just hoping for sub MOA, .5 is great for an $1800 hunting gun.

 

[8mille]

Anyone have any thoughts on what they are using inside the bolt to make the lift on the 60 degree bolt smooth and easy? Something that will wear out?

I think they flattened the bolt, added a bushing and the bolt assembly runs through the bolt handle. Supposedly it helps make the bolt operate as smoothly in both directions- if I understand it properly. After reading comments here I’m encouraged that it won’t be a poor decision to buy a PH3.
Seems like you get a good value. I’ve been having a hard time deciding if it’s worth me going for a GA Precision. No doubt a likely tack driver. But there’s a more financially practical side to me thinks a Seekins may be a good enough start. The comments have been helpful- thanks. Any other comments are welcome.

 

[huntem]

What were your groupings? Haven’t been able to find any reviews or comments online about accuracy.

Disclaimer: this is not a bash on Seekins.

You draw your own conclusions on this information. My PH3 in 6.5 PRC was not the expected accuracy based on Seekins reputation. Ragged crown so bad that the patches would tear on the edges. It was a bit challenging to get a response from customer service but once the return was initiated the process was smooth sailing.

The notes read: Recrown barrel, true mating surfaces, re bed the mini chassis, update bolt head to current gen, test fired in tank, accuracy tested. 3 sub .5moa groups with factory ammo submitted. I received it back over the holiday weekend and have yet to get it back to the range.

Would I buy it again, yes. Do I have a second Seekins on order? yes

 

[Gulogulo]

I've got 350+ down the tube and couldn't be happier with the accuracy.

 

[ELKhunter49]

Love my seekins PH3 in 308 shoots great groups. I live in Colorado and kind of wish I would have got a larger caliber like 7mm PRC or 300 win mag.

 

[toast_malone88]

Love my seekins PH3 in 308 shoots great groups. I live in Colorado and kind of wish I would have got a larger caliber like 7mm PRC or 300 win mag.

Honestly, don't let the Hornady sponsored PRC buzz give you too much FOMO. 308 is plenty for big game, especially with good shot placement which the accuracy on this gun allows. Not to mention the fact that you'll have a lot more money for good quality factory ammo, and the 308 is just a more pleasant gun in general to take to the range.

 

[waspocrew]

Finally had the chance to fondle one at Scheels in Missoula the other day. It’s a pretty slick action!

 

[Lvball19]

Looks like a great rifle

 

[Ophidian]

After watching the video and having owned an element in the past I’m 100% ordering a 7PRC 22” barrel version… once I sell some stuff.

 

[Ophidian]

Found a place with a 22” 7PRC PH3 on sale in the woodland camo (exact rifle I want) pretty stoked to get it. Will slap the nx8 I have on my howa 6 arc which was so overkill for the rifle.

Time to shop for a cheaper, simpler scope for the arc

 

[toast_malone88]

Found a place with a 22” 7PRC PH3 on sale in the woodland camo (exact rifle I want) pretty stoked to get it. Will slap the nx8 I have on my howa 6 arc which was so overkill for the rifle.

Time to shop for a cheaper, simpler scope for the arc

Nice, congrats! I'm happy I got the 22". Yes you give up some of the velocity and benefits of 7PRC over 7 rem mag with the 22" over the 26", but it just feels like the perfect size and weight for a mountain gun. Plus, I've been shooting 175gr ELDX at a pretty consistent 2930fps (very suprising for a hornady factory load). So I feel very confident taking big game out to 600 yards.

 

[Ophidian]

Nice, congrats! I'm happy I got the 22". Yes you give up some of the velocity and benefits of 7PRC over 7 rem mag with the 22" over the 26", but it just feels like the perfect size and weight for a mountain gun. Plus, I've been shooting 175gr ELDX at a pretty consistent 2930fps (very suprising for a hornady factory load). So I feel very confident taking big game out to 600 yards.

I don’t do long distance hunting this is more of a fun thing so I’m not hurt over a little less velocity. I’d much prefer a shorter barrel for all the shit I crawl through with a lot of my hunting.

 

[Blake C]

Anyone check the weight of these yet? Not listed on website.....

 

[AndrewMT34]

I was admiring the PH3 at Scheels this week and noticed that there is a hole in the action where the lugs seat when you close the bolt. I could physically see the lugs turning in there.

At some point, I’d like to pick one up in 6cm for NRL Hunter. Can any owners of the PH3 advise if they think this could cause an issue with dust/snow/ice/water affecting the action when in the field?

 

[RWT]

I was admiring the PH3 at Scheels this week and noticed that there is a hole in the action where the lugs seat when you close the bolt. I could physically see the lugs turning in there.

At some point, I’d like to pick one up in 6cm for NRL Hunter. Can any owners of the PH3 advise if they think this could cause an issue with dust/snow/ice/water affecting the action when in the field?

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I thought this is the emergency vent/pressure hole in the event a case ruptures.

 

[AndrewMT34]

I thought this is the emergency vent/pressure hole in the event a case ruptures.

Interesting! I guess I’ve never noticed one before on different actions.

 

[big217boy]

Love my seekins PH3 in 308 shoots great groups. I live in Colorado and kind of wish I would have got a larger caliber like 7mm PRC or 300 win mag.

If desired, you could always have a 300wsm barrel made for it…switch the bolt face…and now you have your mag.


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