I am looking at building a rifle. The rifle will be used for hunting deer and elk requiring some stopping power. Additionally I would like this to be long range capable. To achieve this I have decided to go with a 300 win mag caliber for sustained range, power and accuracy. As most people suggest building your weapon around your scope, I have selected the Nightforce ATACR 5-25x56 MILR scope. However, I seem to be running circles when looking at options for rifles. Can anyone suggest a good 300 win mag caliber rifle that has treated them well or has performed well in their opinion for my needs?
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300 win mag rifle suggestions
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Budget? Ive been very happy with my 5R but there are certainly better but you will pay at least double and more like triple to really step up to noticeably better quality.
Here's your build sheet
Remington 700 LA receiver w/ mag face bolt
Oversized recoil lug
Oversized bolt knob
Bartlein 1/10 tw, remington varmint contour, 24-26", 5R rifling
Tuned remington trigger, 2-2.5#
Manners stock with BDL chassis, 100% carbon fiber, inlet for timney and rem varmint barrel, 3 swivel studs
Triad tactical or Eagle stock pack
SWFA 3-15 FFP MRAD
Harris 6-9" swivel, notched leg bipod w/ KMW pod lock
Flute barrel
True receiver
M-16 extractor
Chamber in 300 WM
Finish in your choice (FDE, matte black, etc.)
Thread muzzle brake (vais, badger thruster)
Have fun!
Remington 700 LA receiver w/ mag face bolt
Oversized recoil lug
Oversized bolt knob
Bartlein 1/10 tw, remington varmint contour, 24-26", 5R rifling
Tuned remington trigger, 2-2.5#
Manners stock with BDL chassis, 100% carbon fiber, inlet for timney and rem varmint barrel, 3 swivel studs
Triad tactical or Eagle stock pack
SWFA 3-15 FFP MRAD
Harris 6-9" swivel, notched leg bipod w/ KMW pod lock
Flute barrel
True receiver
M-16 extractor
Chamber in 300 WM
Finish in your choice (FDE, matte black, etc.)
Thread muzzle brake (vais, badger thruster)
Have fun!
I'm trying to keep the budget for the rifle around $1000-$1500 (scope and accessories not included).
Shooting environment will be exclusively in the Pacific Northwest so cold weather and wet conditions can be expected.
As for weight I like the idea of heavier barrel to reduce kick and don't mind humping the weight if it will give me a more accurate shot.
Ranges to be expected; for hunting though I will strive for closer shots I would like to feel comfortable with 800 yrd ranges while at the range I would like 1000 yard capability.
After reading some reviews and literature the Weatherby seems to be spoken/viewed as highly as the Remington's. Is there any truth to that from your experience?
Shooting environment will be exclusively in the Pacific Northwest so cold weather and wet conditions can be expected.
As for weight I like the idea of heavier barrel to reduce kick and don't mind humping the weight if it will give me a more accurate shot.
Ranges to be expected; for hunting though I will strive for closer shots I would like to feel comfortable with 800 yrd ranges while at the range I would like 1000 yard capability.
After reading some reviews and literature the Weatherby seems to be spoken/viewed as highly as the Remington's. Is there any truth to that from your experience?
Tikka T3 light in 300 win mag is a good choice. Light, accurate, stainless barrel for weather. My buddies does kick a bit but holds under an inch at a 100 not problem with hunting ammo and with fgmm will do 1/2" occasionally. Can be had for under 700 bucks.
Francis
A few weeks ago, a friend of mine (he shoots ELR with a custom .338LM) had the same quest as yours, he ended up buying a Remington 700 5R 300 WM topped with a NF 5-22x50 NXS. He is not an experienced hunter and will not know if it was the right choice for him until AFTER hunting season, if he gets lucky. It is not a "light" rifle and many hunters would not want to carry one of these for too long. Now it does fall in your price range, it is plenty accurate and 800/1000 + yards is right on the money.
When you say "As for weight I like the idea of heavier barrel to reduce kick and don't mind humping the weight if it will give me a more accurate shot."; it sounds like you may be more looking for a tactical rig, your choice of scope goes along the same line, the ATACR is a great scope but a small 3-9x40 works fine too for hunting. Anyway, you will kill an elk just as well with a 15 lbs rig, or 9 lbs rig; it is heavier but if you are willing to deal with it, that's your choice and it's all good. If you were looking strictly for a hunting rifle, it would not be the best choice, as weight would be a decisive factor. You can also have a very accurate hunting rifle, lighter, with a thinner barrel; takes a bit of work and a few extra $$ but these first 2 or 3 shots will be right on the money too.
This is an old dilemma, the perfect rifle, hunting vs tactical. The truth is with so many great builders nowadays, we are getting closer to the ideal rifle but it does cost more than $1000 or 1500.
Good luck and good shooting.
The remington 700 long range in 300 would defiantly fit the bill. That would put you in your budget even with accessories added. the rig isn't really heavy and would be a great value for a hunting rig that will run long range paper and steel as well. Top that with good reliable glass, muzzle brake to manage recoil, skim bed it, then cerakote for weather protection and you'll have a great combo stick
I have been looking for a 300 Win Mag Elk rifle recently too, at the top of my list right now is the Sako Gray Wolf. All stainless, laminated stock, controlled round feed, adjustable stock trigger, excellent accuracy and the butter smooth Sako action. It weighs 7.75 lbs without a scope so while it isn't the lightest it also isn't so heavy that it will be terrible to carry on a hunt. A big advantage is that it would be ready to go out of the box, no gunsmithing required.
Biggest downside is that the Sako doesn't have many aftermarket stocks available, but McMillan does offer a few. I have been so impressed with the quality and accuracy of my Tikka that my next purchase will be from the Sako/Tikka family as well.
Biggest downside is that the Sako doesn't have many aftermarket stocks available, but McMillan does offer a few. I have been so impressed with the quality and accuracy of my Tikka that my next purchase will be from the Sako/Tikka family as well.
If you hand load , the 700 PSS is a great shooter. I took mine out past 1200 yards with a 208 amax and was printing 6" groups. Trigger is already there, stock is already there, and I would personally put a Badger Thruster on it. Cheap but VERY COSY EFFECTIVE. Then add a good solid base.
I shot the bbl out of mine and then had the action blue printed and added a 30" Broughton 5c and dropped a Jewell HVR in it and put in an AICS. Also had it throated for the 230 Bergers so now it's an ELR rifle.
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You can always also look at the 5R. I bought one of those to replace the previous 300 (PSS). It has no problem popping 1000 yards with 208 amaxs, and 215 Bergers. The only thing I don't like about 5R is the wide palm swell on the HS stock. But it's damn sure a shooter.
I shot the bbl out of mine and then had the action blue printed and added a 30" Broughton 5c and dropped a Jewell HVR in it and put in an AICS. Also had it throated for the 230 Bergers so now it's an ELR rifle.
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You can always also look at the 5R. I bought one of those to replace the previous 300 (PSS). It has no problem popping 1000 yards with 208 amaxs, and 215 Bergers. The only thing I don't like about 5R is the wide palm swell on the HS stock. But it's damn sure a shooter.
I think the Steyr SSG 04 or the more expensive Sako TRG 42 in 300 Win Mag (both) are EXTREMELY accurate. They are my first choice and i love them both.
I gave a remington 700 5r milspec 300 win mag for sale if interested pm me for details. Have plenty of extras brass bullets etc. If you want. I take this rifle to 1000 yards at ease with my hand loads.
Get the cheapest 700 you can find with a mag bolt face,buy barrel from Bughole, send to LRI for the group buy build, go to stockys and buy a stock for it.
I Had to build this when my oldest son said he was ready for his own rifle and I said pick one out! So he took mine!!!WTH
and yes this is my HUNTING RIFLE. A Sendero will be really hard to beat for the money your looking to spend, $1000.00 plus a $200.00 jewel trigger and your in business. Good luck......
and yes this is my HUNTING RIFLE. A Sendero will be really hard to beat for the money your looking to spend, $1000.00 plus a $200.00 jewel trigger and your in business. Good luck......
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