redneck2
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The fluted bolt is a nice touch. Just an overall good looking rifle
Mossberg Patriot 7MM PRC......
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WisBorn
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I was checking out the Mossberg website. They have a great selection of different Patriot models, but no lefthanded.
Hey MOSSBERG I'll take a lefthanded 300 PRC and a 375 Ruger !!!!
Hey MOSSBERG I'll take a lefthanded 300 PRC and a 375 Ruger !!!!
45/30-06OKIE
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Yeah I have wondered why they don't open up a "custom" shop type thing like Remington used to do?
WisBorn
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I agree! Remington offered lefthanded models in their stock catalog. Plus the custom shop for dangerous game models and higher end rifles.
I would love a 375 Ruger in a $600-$700 rifle. It's hard for me to spend $2000 on a rifle that will only be used a few times a year.
IMHO, you’ve got a lot of rifle for the $$$ invested there. Those vortex scopes are nice! Just an FYI, they do a scheels exclusive RAGE series, that is essentially improved glass in a more simple scope. Also impressive for the money. I have a 4x12 crossfire2. Impressive for their price point. I just saw one of those bushnells… might have to try one out.
I still am happy that we have so many budget rifle options that perform so well!
I still am happy that we have so many budget rifle options that perform so well!
Skylerbone
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I’m just wowed at the weight (or rather lack thereof). That’s a good looking rifle and looking forward like so many to a range report.
45/30-06OKIE
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Yeah 7.1lbs for a walnut stock is pretty good!! My custom walnut stock Remington 700 25-06 is like almost 10lbs with a scope I think. My Patriot Predator 6.5 PRC with the synthetic Strata camo stock is a bit over 7lbs with a scope IIRC? It's really light...
@LoonWulf what scale is that? I've been wanting a half decent accuracy scale for lighter objects like rifles as a typical bathroom scale is only designed to be accurate at typical human body weight lol.
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EIB0879
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I just noticed from Loonwulf's photo that the barrel is also fluted. My 4x4 has the fluted barrel and bolt and maybe that helps on the weight.
Dang you Loonwulf, now I want one too!
Dang you Loonwulf, now I want one too!
Scale just a cheap Walmart cooking scale, but its pretty accurate. Ill go look and see if theres a brand name on it in a few.
I forgot i took pictures of the barreled action weight.
Ill grab a complete weight also.
Sorry!...........
Not sorry!
Another "cheap" option is Savage, they list a few 375 Ruger rifles in the 5-700 dollar range. They will also do "custom" builds.
Could also grab an older flat back off GunBroker or somewhere, and screw a 200 dollar shaw tube on.
Ya know im gonna go do some measuring and comparing of stuff between the Patriot and my Savage. I know the barrels are the same thread (as are Remington 783s, and a few others) but im not sure about bolt face depths etc.
Thanks ill take a look!
I agree its nice that we have more options for affordable bolt rifles now than we did previously....even when i started shooting in the late 90s.
Ive been quite happy with most of the budget rifles ive used/owned, most of the budget scopes also. There are a few that im not a huge fan of, but primarily thats personal preferences/opinion.
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45/30-06OKIE
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I see it says Taylor in this pic. I'll look around at the usual places for something similar.Scale just a cheap Walmart cooking scale, but its pretty accurate. Ill go look and see if theres a brand name on it in a few.
I forgot i took pictures of the barreled action weight.
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Ill grab a complete weight also.
Sorry!...........
Not sorry!
Haha! Nice catch i didnt notice!
WisBorn
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Well I got a pile of .375 ruger brass I can share with you if you do lol.
somethingbenign
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So since we are driving off into budget rifles in general. Would you guys think it would be better to jump on one of these Mossbergs or move over to a Savage/Ruger or wait for Tika to come out with a 7prc? My wife's Tika is really nice but I have this weird thing about having guns that look to similar in my stable, just boring to look at.
So its really hard for me to say this one or that one are BEST, because they are all compromises with regards to my personal preferences.
The Mossberg has the most "features" of the budget rifles, but they are also rougher around the edges than anything besides an AXIS, which dosent come in 7PRC. That said if you want nice wood, its really your only budget option. If your willing to do some polishing, and are either OK with the rough exterior or are willing to paint it ( could also pay more for the factory cerakoted option), they offer a great bang for the buck.
The Ruger American would be my choice in the 500-600 dollar range if your NOT looking for a wood stock. AFAIK they only come in the Go Wilds right now, which are Cerakoted. This fixes the finish issues that the RAs sometimes have. The only knock I can give the RAs is that none of the 7mms I've seen have been fantastically accurate, very acceptable, but nothing spectacular. The other Calibers have all been more impressive.....could just be luck of the draw tho, I've only had 1 and shot 2 or 3 other .284 bore Americans. Still, your paying more for similar feel and performance to the cheaper Patriot (IMO).
Savage would be in here somewhere, primarily because of the action length (action is 3.75" so beter suited to larger longer cartridges IMO) and firing system quirks (small double firing pin spring and UL firing pin). They will also run you about the same or more than an upscale American or a Standard Howa/WBY. Still a solid option, just not quite the fit "I" would want for the cartridge.
Personally, and if staying factory, Id either go with the cheapest option if all you want to do is try out the round, or Id wait for Howa/R77/Tikka to drop what you want if looking for something a bit nicer.
Theres also psuedo customs.....just slapping a barrel on any action that will take a 7mm or 300wm......that can be pretty affordable.
ya know.....the 7mm PRC and .375 Ruger are the only cartridges that make the T3xs interesting to me. Perfect fits IMO.....
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I use one similar to this. Mine has a hook instead of the strap. I like it really well. Not trying to hijack a thread. Just… you know… gun room gadgets.
Digital Luggage Scale Gift for Traveler Suitcase Handheld Weight Scale 110lbs https://a.co/d/1CaUNib
Thats a neat one....i might need to get one of those, they would be great for checking the draw weight on my bows too!
I made it to the range for a little while today. I had to sight my dads Grendel, my 7-08, and mess with the PRC, so time was limited.
Chronographing was abbreviated but as follows
RET
70gr (5rnds)
Avg 2866, high 2871, low 2855, ES 16
70.5 (5rnds)
Avg 2895, high 2901, low 2890, ES 11
Those were the only full sets I got to shoot. The other 3 charges just had a single round fired due to time.
71
2918
71.5
2949
72
2976
Heres the bulk target picture for the day. The shots on the bottom left and right were the 7-08....No adjustments, I think i might have a scope failure. Top left was sighting my dads Grendel. The PRC is straight up the middle (first shot bulls eye!) then adjusted up for about a 1.5" high zero...(actualy 2" for some reason I was thinking that 2 squares was 1.5)....should put me pretty close at 200. Which is where Ill finalize zero.
and the last 3 shots .5 gr difference.
I expect better precision in the future, nothing about my support or position was consistent today. Still its shooting pretty well.
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troy fairweather
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Looking good what bullets with them loads
citizenconn
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I'd be interested in buying the .270 ammo, brass and reloading stuff. PM me if you decide to.
I think you will really like the 6.5 PRC. I've been shooting a couple chassis rifles out to 1300 yards for about a year now and really, really like the extra juice over the Creeedmoor.
180s Eld-Ms. I might run some lighter stuff just cause I have it, but not right now. My smaller 7s work well with 162 and down.
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troy fairweather
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Ok good so your there with what they said they will make for fps with 180s, plus you should get some speed up to.
Yeah, from previous experience 72-73gr of Ret behind a 175-180 should push about 3k.
Im actually out of capacity on the PRC using Retumbo. No pressure yet.
troy fairweather
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I haven't looked at any 7prc load data yet, but my 7wsm likes H4831 alot.
Hornady has some data out. The 4831s are on the fast side, Ret is a little on the slow (kinda sorta) side. H1k should be about ideal......im all out of H1k.
I need primers first, but ill probably grab some next time get.
