6.8spc bolt gun build?

[Baron85]

Anyone build a 6.8spc bolt gun? Only reason I’m considering it is to consolidate down to a few calibers to minimize reloading components and stuff I have to have and already run an AR in 6.8.

I know I would need a new bolt head for my Origin.

What would I use for mags? MDT 6 ARC mags?

Anyone know of a place I could get a prefit? Or would it be a custom job?

Possible feeding or ejection issues?

Plan would be origin, 14.5-16” barrel with my Kgm r30k, xlr element, and a 1-6/2-10 type optic

 

[hlee]

Only input I have is that the 22 Valkyrie is based on the 6.8 spc. If you can’t find 6.8 spc specific bolt gun mags, look for 22 Valk mags. For example, MDT makes an AICS pattern 22 Valk mag. No experience with it.

 

[RFutch]

I’m using MDT 6BR mags in my Valkyrie/Origin. Just bent the feed lips in a little. Runs like a hot knife through butter.

 

[Baron85]

Who did your barrel?

 

[346ci]

Eric(hdfireman)has a few threads on 68fourms using savage as the host. Not sure what mags they are running.

I’ve thought about a tikka 6.8 but don’t see myself using it much vs the gas gun.

 

[RFutch]

Who did your barrel?

PVA

 

[Baron85]

I like my gas gun but wanting a bolt for my kids and for stand hunting. AR with the can I still want ear pro with the ejection port right next to my ear

 

[RFutch]

I've always liked the idea of a 6.8 Bolt gun. Preferred Barrels will do a shouldered prefits in it if you're looking for a barrel.

 

[Baron85]

I will look into PVA and preffered. PVA must have been with someone else’s blank? I don’t see an osprey in .277.

 

[RFutch]

Yeah it was back when all he did were Rock Creek blanks. I think they still do Valkyrie chamberings if you call but not sure if they've ever offered 6.8.