Seekins DMR in .223

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Does anyone own this rifle? Im looking at buying this off the shelf for the quantified performance matches. Would like some feedback.

Side note, I called GA precision to see if they would build me their GAP-15 in .223 for the matches and they said they arnt stocking 223 bolts or barrels. I'd consider the GAP-15 in 6 arc but ive been told its a dying round and the bolts are breaking. Im not very interested in building my own gun or much tuning. Id prefer getting something off the shelf that works.

 

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I ran one for a while fantastic rifle. Seekins is, by far, my favorite brand.
Mine was supidly accurate with 64-77 grain projectile weights and was not picky about OAL or jump.

 

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usda_beef said:

I'd consider the GAP-15 in 6 arc but ive been told its a dying round and the bolts are breaking.

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First part of that is fake news and the second part is mostly due to the vast number of reloaders that load over max (intentional or not).

 

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What distance are your targets going to be at? That would be a better question when trying to decide a caliber.

Seekins makes the DMR in 6arc also..

 

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346ci said:

What distance are your targets going to be at? That would be a better question when trying to decide a caliber.

Seekins makes the DMR in 6arc also..

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200-700 yards.

I have access to a 2 mile range near me that host PRS matches. I think 6arc wouldn’t be bad for the local matches either.

 

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700yd is doable with some heavies out of a .223, would give you some great training on reading wind.

The 6arc would be much better at those distances and would be my choice.

 

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I have many Seekins rifles. Only a couple small issues and Seekins rectified them quickly. Issues weren’t their fault but they helped me anyway. That meant a lot.
I have a 6ARC with a Proof barrel and matched JP HP bolt. Never any issues. I loaded too hot initially and since backed off. Still no issues for me. Anecdotal but sharing anyway. Great round, low recoil. Definitely recommend.

 

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