bolt action

I am wanting a new bolt action rifle in 6.5 Creedmoor. Mostly as a bench rifle to shoot long(er) range, but that could be used as a hunting rifle too. The rifles I've been thinking about are: Ruger American Mossberg Patriot Thompson Center Compass (or Compass II) Savage Axis II and similar...

A friend of mine recently purchased a bolt action Ruger American Ranch rifle in 5.56. He is currently unemployed but has the opportunity to purchase a pound of powder, but only has enough money to buy one pound, His choices are Accurate 2230 and Ramshot Tac. I am not familiar with either of...

First time posting here outside of the intro thread, but I've read threads for a long time. Greetings. I've been handloading since I was 14 (>20 years now...time flies), but am trying to get serious and into PRS competition. Having my M70 rebarreled is a several month process, so like many I...

I’m wondering if it would be safe to shoot slugs in a Stevens 58 bolt action 12 gauge. I’m not overly concerned about the chokes, but I am wondering if the bolt with the one locking lug (from what I can see) can handle the recoil and pressure.

We were shooting the other day and I pulled the bolt back and it broke. Hoping to get some help in finding a replacement part. I have looked at some pictures and it seems there are two different types of bolts. One looks more like a trigger (the one I broke) and the other is rounded and short...

Hello: I have a general question regarding the quality of BRNO rifles. As I mentioned in an other thread that my .243 Win BRNO bolt is not as smooth as I would like it to be. It seems like there is some friction while moving back and forth. Friction like as if it is not oiled. I tried...

Hello! I’m looking around for a simple, rugged, reliable hunting rifle. Most likely chambered in .308, and I was looking at the Henry Single Shot rifles. I would like this rifle to last a long time with minimal maintenance, and ideally be able to be passed down. Should I consider this single...

Ok so if the title doesnt say enough, i just got an older model savage 111. Its got a pretty durable synthetic stock, not plasticky like the new ones, this one feels more rugged. It doesnt have the accutrigger either. And its an internal magazine. I think theyr called blind mags? Iv never owned...

Hello guys & gals. So... Just what title says. Any decent-quality rifles that can be found in .308 & 30-06 for around the Mosin price? $300-450? Bolt-action or semi-auto. I've heard Savage Axis 2s & T/C Compass & Ventures. If anyone could be more specific than Brands, & name models, that...

So recently iv been looking into a hunti g rifle in 30-06 and at my local shop i happened across a savage model 110 for 399, wood stock with a scope, this was about two weeks ago. Then, found out theres a gun show coming up sponsered by C and C reloaders. Figured id save up for the show incase...

Does anyone recognize this logo/trademark? Have an old bolt action .22. It needs a clip, but don't know who made it.

I'm looking to add something in 7.62 x 39 as a property "truck" rifle. I have narrowed the search down to either Ruger's Mini Thirty semi auto or the Ruger American bolt action. I am leaning towards the bolt action as my boys will be using it occasionally for vermin but the semi auto, if as...

With the increased popularity of the various 6 MM's and the myriad number of rifle choices, sifting the wheat from the chaff has become a confusing mess. I'm not a "precision rife or crack shot" BUT I usually hit what I'm aiming at. I'm finding in my old age that my .300 WIN is just to...

First thread here, I’m going on a Moose hunt in Newfoundland Canada in September of 2019. I’m in need of a new rifle for this hunt and future big game hunts and I was deciding between a 7mm mag or 300 Win mag. Leaning towards a 300 Win Mag based on internet research and previous...

In everyone's own opinion what is your favorite 22lr hollow point in terms of actually expanding in a hunting scenario. I use mine for target, small rodent, and if nothing stronger is within reach, for coyote. (The coyote are an issue here so I don't care to use 22lr occasionally though I have...

I've been considering getting another bolt action rifle for awhile now, I miss shooting my Turkish Mauser but 8mm Mauser ammo is too expensive to just plink with nowdays. I'm after a .223/5.56 rifle for low cost plinking with the option of hunting small-medium game if I ever get into that. I...

Hello all, I occasionally see informal matches set up that are rimfire only, but more like a PRS style match. Locally, a few clubs have started discussion on similar type matches and it seems like this rifle would be perfect for a match where the shooter will transition from prone to standing...

I know it's kind of a generic topic. I have a Mosin, which is in good shape overall, shoots very well, but has a below average action, and I say that with the understanding that Mosin actions in general are pretty rough. It's hard to open (cock), heck it's even a little hard to open when...

So I'm redoing a 1912 Chilean Mauser for a buddy but the rear sling loop is gone. All that is left is the base with the eyelet. I tried a Mexican one but it's not the right base. I need it to fit the stock exactly and work! Any ideas would be great!:banghead:

I recently got a Win Model 70 and have a problem with the bolt. The safety lever is stuck in the fire position even though bolt has been cocked. I remove the bolt from the action, press the retaining pin and twist the rear or the bolt. As soon as the bolt reaches a groove, the firing pin...