I recently acquired a T3 in .270 WIN and quickly got the bug, purchasing accessories before fully considering how I would use the rifle. I opted for a Gen 2 LSS XL chassis and SCS buttstock, along with a premier grip and full-length Arca rail. The scope I chose weighed in at 23 oz, which I felt was reasonable. In the end, I ended up with a non-folding rifle that weighed 11 lbs plus. It shot like a dream, and for a while, I was satisfied with it.
However, during a recent trip to Wyoming, I used a Kifaru gun bearer, and after walking 23 miles, my perspective changed. I realized I needed to rethink my setup and began rebuilding with weight in mind. I decided on an Element 4.0 mg chassis and a carbon buttstock with a folding mechanism. When everything is said and done, should be right at 8.5#. I aimed for a more manageable overall weight while still maintaining performance and reasonable recoil. At this point I feel like Im chasing this elusive sub 8# scoped rifle. When is enough enough? I feel like the cost to reduce weight is started to be prohibitive. Looking for overall thoughts and suggestions...
However, during a recent trip to Wyoming, I used a Kifaru gun bearer, and after walking 23 miles, my perspective changed. I realized I needed to rethink my setup and began rebuilding with weight in mind. I decided on an Element 4.0 mg chassis and a carbon buttstock with a folding mechanism. When everything is said and done, should be right at 8.5#. I aimed for a more manageable overall weight while still maintaining performance and reasonable recoil. At this point I feel like Im chasing this elusive sub 8# scoped rifle. When is enough enough? I feel like the cost to reduce weight is started to be prohibitive. Looking for overall thoughts and suggestions...
