Still in the shop. I'll update as soon as I get it back.
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The Forever Rifle: rOm's Scout Rifle
- Thread starter rOmiLaYu
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You have to really want that specific build today.
With all the great choices of quality 1x6, 1x8 and 1x10 optics I think the scout concept has evolved.
I love a fast lite rifle in a stout but easy handling caliber.
I tried the pistol scopes on mine but the lpvo's rule the roost with better versatility when you figure all you get with them.
With all the great choices of quality 1x6, 1x8 and 1x10 optics I think the scout concept has evolved.
I love a fast lite rifle in a stout but easy handling caliber.
I tried the pistol scopes on mine but the lpvo's rule the roost with better versatility when you figure all you get with them.
Bit the bullet and picked up this Mossberg Patrol from another trader yesterday.
For $450 I have no complaints.
I put 10 rounds through it this morning and it was more accurate than I am with iron sights.
I was pleasantly surprised by the bolt, not as smooth as my Tikka but better than my new Savage.
I know the quality control is hit or miss but it seems I got one that was made on a Monday.
For $450 I have no complaints.
I put 10 rounds through it this morning and it was more accurate than I am with iron sights.
I was pleasantly surprised by the bolt, not as smooth as my Tikka but better than my new Savage.
I know the quality control is hit or miss but it seems I got one that was made on a Monday.
Yup. The rifle I had functioned well. It was just too heavy and clunky for what I wanted. Glad you're happy with it...and $450, you did alright!
It’s hard to believe such a compact little rifle can be so heavy.
Now to decide what optic.
It really is surprising. I suspect it has something to do with the heavy profile on the barrel, but I think it's largely the stock. It's just ... dense.
But I think that's the trend. Lightweight is the new black, I guess...or whatever the metaphor would be. I mean, when you consider that your average bolt action is going to weight around 2 lbs and the the barrel adds another 2 or 3 lbs, you put it in one of those Magpul Hunter stocks that weigh over 4 pounds (!) by themselves and you're pushing 8 pounds - before any kind of optic or loaded mag - in a bolt gun. That's ridiculous.
Depends on what cartridge you're shooting. You don't want to get too light.....
For sure....but a .308 bolt rifle that weighs almost 10 pounds? Nah...I'm good.
I have one that weighs @ 6lbs with scope. It ain't a range gun. But it shoots one hole groups at 100yds
Connecticut? How gross! That New Jersey all my places never to go!
