The rifle is a completely stock Havak. I had an older Leupold scope that I put on it just to get it out and do some shooting.
Seekins HAVAK Precision Rifle
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The rifle is a completely stock Havak. I had an older Leupold scope that I put on it just to get it out and do some shooting.
DAMN! I had heard the Magpul Hunter stocks were touchy with accuracy (torque on screws) and that the forend flexed enough under load to de-free-float when loading a bipod. I guess either Seekins does work on them, or the accuracy concerns with the Magpul Hunter are unfounded, cause those are some damn fine groups. Color me very impressed.
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The hunter version in 6.5PRC will be my new long range hunting rifle unless I can find anything that offers a better light weight, and accuracy combination close to the same price. Saving every dollar possible right now. I think I like the anticipation of a new gun almost as much as getting the new gun. I always feel like a kid a Christmas while I'm saving to buy one.
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Let me know if you’re looking to get rid of one and what you want for it. Wanting one of these Havaks for the old lady.
The 28 Nosler does exist. Try to get to range to see how it shoots.
Wow! Great looking rifle and scope combo! I assume that's the Seekins built stock? If you have any comparison between their in house stock and other stock options, I really would like to hear your thoughts on it. Have you noticed any concerning level of roughness in the action? Can't hardly wait for the range report. I've never owned any rifle with heavier recoil than a 7mm mag. I would also be interested in how well you feel the brake mitigates recoil?
Seekins built ProComp CH1 carbon-fiber stock. Fit and finish is nice but could be improved around QD Cups. But this rifle is not for beauty competition.
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I saw some people talking about the KRG Bravo earlier, but never saw if someone actually put a Havak action in one. Anyone know if they will fit.
Also, does anyone know what height rings I need to mount a gen2 razor on the Havak pro model?
These guns look good, all the pictures have me wanting to expedite my timeline to purchase one.
Also, does anyone know what height rings I need to mount a gen2 razor on the Havak pro model?
These guns look good, all the pictures have me wanting to expedite my timeline to purchase one.
It comes with 20 MOA rail on it.
I am running the Vortex Precision Matched Rings with my AMG in the .97 inch height.
If you can see in one of my pics I have less than a 1/4" but my barrel tapers.
Your scope tube and exit objective will be larger in diameter as well
I am running the Vortex Precision Matched Rings with my AMG in the .97 inch height.
If you can see in one of my pics I have less than a 1/4" but my barrel tapers.
Your scope tube and exit objective will be larger in diameter as well
Anyone know if that magazine is proprietary? Or is it just AICS pattern?
If it's AICS, I'd sure love to have a couple. Not seeing them for sale anywhere.
So, I don't think anyone has swapped the stocks yet but I have and a buddy of mine has and while they fit we both experienced problems with the bolt hitting the magazine and won't close. Also when the bolt is closed the magazine won't latch. I've struggle trying to figure out what the issue is, contacting Seekins and them telling me it was probably a DBM or stock issue. I even as far as sending my stock back to AG Composites to check the specs (they requested it back to check). They checked it out and it was in spec and they installed a Bergara and my DBM and mag in with no issues.
My buddy has a Grayboe Ridgeback and has the same issue. He just contacted Seekins and this was their reply:
"Hey there. I can help you will all of that. It’s very close to 700 and I’m not sure why our M5 bottom metal wouldn’t work in the grayboe stock. Fits great in my McMillans. The only thing that needs modified on the badger DBM is the latch height. Our Bolt is larger than a 700 therefore the magazine needs to sit about .037 lower than it is right now. There’s nothing that fits a 700 that won’t fit ours with very minimal modification."
I am well aware that not every action, even Rem700 clones all fit perfectly, but this is a significant issue, and what it seems to me a known issue. If that is the case why do they not post that on their website so people know? It's not a deal breaker but I've been dealing with it for weeks and I contacted Seekins as well and wasn't told this. It's a relatively easy fix but I would have love to know that before so I know what I would have to do.
So if anyone is planning of swapping stocks, be aware that you will have to modify your DBM.
My buddy has a Grayboe Ridgeback and has the same issue. He just contacted Seekins and this was their reply:
"Hey there. I can help you will all of that. It’s very close to 700 and I’m not sure why our M5 bottom metal wouldn’t work in the grayboe stock. Fits great in my McMillans. The only thing that needs modified on the badger DBM is the latch height. Our Bolt is larger than a 700 therefore the magazine needs to sit about .037 lower than it is right now. There’s nothing that fits a 700 that won’t fit ours with very minimal modification."
I am well aware that not every action, even Rem700 clones all fit perfectly, but this is a significant issue, and what it seems to me a known issue. If that is the case why do they not post that on their website so people know? It's not a deal breaker but I've been dealing with it for weeks and I contacted Seekins as well and wasn't told this. It's a relatively easy fix but I would have love to know that before so I know what I would have to do.
So if anyone is planning of swapping stocks, be aware that you will have to modify your DBM.
thank you very much for the info and update. I'm planning on sticking this into the Bravo chassis and I remembered you were the one who sent us the detailed pics when you first received your havak. I appreciate the measurements and close ups. as for the modification on the latch height, I will have to discover this myself whenever I finally receive my havak. I've been SLOWLY piecing this backup/hunting rifle as I'm trying to keep it as cheap and save every penny I can on this build. I've got everything except the rifle as it's the most expensive piece of the puzzle.
Absolutely. Glad I could inform everyone looking to swap stocks. I wish I knew this but my pain is your gain and glad to help.
Once I get my stock back and shave the DBM latch down a little, we'll see how it fits. If that works I'll post some photos.
Had to put SRS Rail on tonight. FYI the QD cup is not usable with the swivel portion pointed down. Didn’t feel like grinding this evening. I got bolt weight and action without scope now.
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I have a spare 10% off certificate available if anyone is interested. Send me a message if so.
Picked up a couple at a match last weekend and am leaning towards using the bigger discount on a 6.5 PRC. Don't need it but sometimes you gotta spend money to save money! ;-)
Picked up a couple at a match last weekend and am leaning towards using the bigger discount on a 6.5 PRC. Don't need it but sometimes you gotta spend money to save money! ;-)
7lb 14.75 ounce eh? Might have to cancel my 300 WM order.. that's way off from advertised weight.
Well in their defense this is the PH1 Cabelas Model in Long Action. The one on Seekins website does not distinguish between Long Action and Short Action. Also, mine has the ATC Muzzle Brake. I know it might be a stretch for 14 oz but I am happy with my purchase.
Yeah, I decided to keep the order. I have other lighter rifles already. Any idea what the brake weighs?
Both are in the $4500 range.
Here is recap with Glen
http://www.gunsandammo.com/rifles/new-seekins-precision-havak-rifle/
How light do you want? And what Caliber? I have the HP PRO 1 and in the middle of swapping out the stock to a Carbon fiber stock. Once I get it all together I'll weigh it but I am betting it's around 9lbs w/o scope. But the barrel is a much heavier contour than the hunter spiral barrel.
I think the CF stock is easier and cheaper. I only know of proof and Christensen Arms are the only guys making CF wrapped barrels and they are expensive. And I know Seeking uses Rock Creek barrels and Seeking does the profiling which I assume because they want to control that part.
300 WM PH-1 is waiting for me at Cabelas now. Unfortunately wont be home for 3 weeks to pick it up!
Excited to give her a run.
Excited to give her a run.
Just purchased the original style Havak in the pro hunter stock from Cabela’s.
Bolt ran relatively smooth, a few hundred cycles and it was really nice. The fit and finish was good, and the entire package is light.
I really detest this stock’s low cheek position though. It’s almost impossible to imagine holding properly with this thing.
I’ve read every response here and it seems that there’s no chassis this thing fits into without significant modifications, eh?
Bolt ran relatively smooth, a few hundred cycles and it was really nice. The fit and finish was good, and the entire package is light.
I really detest this stock’s low cheek position though. It’s almost impossible to imagine holding properly with this thing.
I’ve read every response here and it seems that there’s no chassis this thing fits into without significant modifications, eh?
I believe your best bet is adding a stock pack or getting the stock modified for an adjust cheek piece. There is somewhere here on the Hide that had that done to his Havak. Looked good too.
Also may start calling this rifle Linda Lovelace ?
The throat is so deep 168 SMK give me a 2.991 hitting lands ?
The throat is so deep 168 SMK give me a 2.991 hitting lands ?
Mammoth, why would you have to bed the stock again if you added an adjustable cheek piece? The rifle already comes bedded from Seekins.
If this is the rile you guys are talking about it's mine. All I did was send the stock to Stock Doc and have him do his adj. cheek piece job on it. Got the stock back, dropped my barreled action back in, and went shooting.
Looks so awesome.Mammoth, why would you have to bed the stock again if you added an adjustable cheek piece? The rifle already comes bedded from Seekins.
If this is the rile you guys are talking about it's mine. All I did was send the stock to Stock Doc and have him do his adj. cheek piece job on it. Got the stock back, dropped my barreled action back in, and went shooting.
I just assumed once they were separated I’d have to do it over again for it to be right?
Nope. Once a rifle stock and action are bedded it's like a chassis. Just bolt it back in and torque to spec.
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