Which factory 7mm PRC?

[Ten_Ring15]

I’m pretty well set on getting a 7mm PRC, which has taken a while because I’m so indecisive. I’m not in a position where I want to spend the money on a custom build so I’m leaning between a Seekins Havok PH3, Tikka (Roughtech?) and Bergara (wilderness Sierra?).
Looking for some recommendations from the Rokslide experts. Thanks!

 

[Reporchie]

Can’t speak to Bergara’s or Tikka but I have a Seekins PH2 in 6.5 PRC. Shoots amazing. Put three shots inside a quarter at 300. The trigger has zero creep, such a crisp break like a muzzleloader with a set trigger. My only beef is the mag release in inside the trigger guard.

 

[jfh]

Recently picked up a Bergara MGLite in 7 PRC. It shoots well, but the magazine catch retention screw loosened pretty quickly, and it continuously failed to load from the magazine the second time at the range. Took a while to figure it out, but I tightened it and hopefully it is fixed (hopefully!). Not sure if it is a QC issue or one-off, but it is in my head now, and I will remember it if/when I get another rifle.

 

[Ten_Ring15]

I’m not hung up on weight of the rifle, if anything, I’d rather have it on the heavier side in 7mm PRC.

 

[V00D00]

I've always heard nothing but good about Bergara, yet every single one I ever been around has been the most inaccurate 700 action ive seen. thats just my personal experience. in the 7prc group on fb plenty guys lately sending 7prc Seekins back because of inaccuracy. if it were me i would look into the 307 action, tikka action, or 110

 

[Ten_Ring15]

I've always heard nothing but good about Bergara, yet every single one I ever been around has been the most inaccurate 700 action ive seen. thats just my personal experience. in the 7prc group on fb plenty guys lately sending 7prc Seekins back because of inaccuracy. if it were me i would look into the 307 action, tikka action, or 110

I haven’t given Weatherby much thought. Do you have any personal experience with these rifles.

 

[V00D00]

I haven’t given Weatherby much thought. Do you have any personal experience with these rifles.

no. i dont. i have a buddy i grew up with who has built two guns off the 307 builders action and they both shoot great. itll be the next action i try

 

[Deeker]

depending on what you wanted you wouldn’t be far off from a custom rifle cost with the seekins. I built mine for 5700, but if you takeoff the scope and suppressor I’m at 2300 including the gunsmith. And everything is what I wanted it to be. So roughly 500 more.

 

[grfox92]

7PRC is the only time I wont recomend a Tikka, unless you are swapping barrels. Out of your list I would do the Seekins.

You dont have it listed But I would consider an X Bolt personally.

 

[Ten_Ring15]

depending on what you wanted you wouldn’t be far off from a custom rifle cost with the seekins. I built mine for 5700, but if you takeoff the scope and suppressor I’m at 2300 including the gunsmith. And everything is what I wanted it to be. So roughly 500 more.

Do you mind sharing the details on what components you used?

 

[KenLee]

What are you planning to do with the rifle?
I've not seen any reason not to buy a plain Jane x-bolt.

 

[Ten_Ring15]

I mostly whitetail hunt but want a 7prc for elk/mule deer out west.

 

[KenLee]

I mostly whitetail hunt but want a 7prc for elk/mule deer out west.

Yep a $600-800 x-bolt or x-bolt 2.
Last few years, we've used 300wsm, 7mm-08 and 6.5 Creedmoor with zero complaints. Son, brother and myself normally kill 30 or more a year.

 

[grfox92]

Yep a $600-800 x-bolt or x-bolt 2.
Last few years, we've used 300wsm, 7mm-08 and 6.5 Creedmoor with zero complaints. Son, brother and myself normally kill 30 or more a year.

This is is the way for a 7PRC.

 

[Deeker]

Do you mind sharing the details on what components you used?

Of course.

Tikka action from unknown
Omr barrel 18 in carbon
omr stock ( can’t find the exact one on website right now)
Bottom metal from unknown
Bix n Andy trigger
Rings are unknowns tikka ring with bubble


That was 2300. And you could save some cash if you wanted a steel barrel, tikka stock, and the trigger spring. My guess would be around 1800. Which is honestly what I should have done.

 

[Michiganhunter97]

I’m pretty well set on getting a 7mm PRC, which has taken a while because I’m so indecisive. I’m not in a position where I want to spend the money on a custom build so I’m leaning between a Seekins Havok PH3, Tikka (Roughtech?) and Bergara (wilderness Sierra?).
Looking for some recommendations from the Rokslide experts. Thanks!

I’m getting Bergara wilderness b -14 series set up now.

 

[dårlig jeger]

I'm definitely projecting my own biases but if I was going to buy an off-the-shelf 7prc, I'd have to have a Ruger Hawkeye in stainless and walnut.

Ruger Hawkeye Hunter 7MM PRC 3+1 Capacity, 24

Engineered for hunters who demand precision, strength, and long?range capability, the Ruger Hunter Hawkeye is a modern firearm chambered in the advanced 7MM PRC cartridge. This caliber is known for its efficient ballistics, high velocity, and excellent energy retention at extended distances...

www.smga.com

 

[4th_point]

I voted "Other", just to give you some other options.

I've considered both, but don't own either:

1. Barreled action from Bergara - their Premier action, their barrel for ~$1200. Get the trigger and stock/chassis of your choice.

2. Springfield 2020 - Boundary or Waypoint. They have AG stocks and a TriggerTech. I've seen them as low as $1200 for complete rifle.

 

[V00D00]

Of course.

Tikka action from unknown
Omr barrel 18 in carbon
omr stock ( can’t find the exact one on website right now)
Bottom metal from unknown
Bix n Andy trigger
Rings are unknowns tikka ring with bubble


That was 2300. And you could save some cash if you wanted a steel barrel, tikka stock, and the trigger spring. My guess would be around 1800. Which is honestly what I should have done.

Not to hijack the thread but I just built a 18” tikka 7prc as well. If you reload I would be interested in speeds, powder, load data if u have any.

 

[gearguywb]

Seekins. Splits the line between a full custom and mass produced. They stand behind their products.