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I agree and I'm the 3rd party. The issue is a common one within the industry. We have to tune the single stack mags for our hunting rifles for the same reason. The problem is 300 PRC has the same case head diameter as 300 Win Mag and manufacturers assume that magazines for 300 Win Mag will also work for 300 PRC provided that the mag will accommodate the extra length of the 300 PRC cartridge.
300 PRC has less taper in the case than 300 Win Mag, so magazines set up for Win Mag often do not feed well and need feed lip adjustments in single stack mags even if they are long enough for the 300 PRC. We both shorten the feed lips and adjust the openings on these mags.
The AI AXSR mags with the plastic base plates compound this issue by being a double stack mag. So, the round stack literally binds on itself in the magazine because there is not enough room in the magazine body for the wider cases just below the neck. This is what prevents the round stack from popping up so that the rounds can be fed into the chamber. Instead, the rounds stick nose down and try to feed into the front of the magazine.
The reason that AI has the issue is that the AXSR was originally designed for the US military ASR (Advanced Sniper Rifle) solicitation, which at the time specified .308, 300 Win Mag, and 338 Lapua. As such, the magazines are desinged around those cartridge families. 300 Norma and 338 Norma still use a Lapua bolt face, so the 338 Lapua mags should run those well. 300 PRC while it uses a 300 Win Mag bolt face, is not the same cartridge and is not just a longer 300 Win Mag so there are issues running that cartridge in those magazines. AI probably assumed that since the cartridge diameter is the same and the magazine will accept the extended length of the 300 PRC that they were compatible.
I'm assuming that AI doesn't think there are enough users shooting 300 PRC or the problem is not widespread enough to warrant a revised magazine. It's a shame because after we upgrade the mags, they still run 300 Win Mag just fine. They would not need a proprietary 300 PRC mag.
We address the issue in 3 areas: 1.) We tune the magazine feed lips for proper function with 300 PRC. 2.) We tweak the magazine body to get as much room as we can for the round stack 3.) We install a new follower that moves the magazine spring forward to provide more pressure at the front of the cartridge to help with feeding.
Had the same done with the same results. Definitely worth it.
Here’s your annual “check your folder button retaining pin” reminder gents.
Was casing up the rifle today and felt something hit me in the chest. Looked down and it was the button
You’d need a third party reach around just to get it in the hole
Can modified mags be ordered directly, or do we have to supply the mag for modification?
Just checked mine and snugged it up a little. Good tipView attachment 8587886
Here’s your annual “check your folder button retaining pin” reminder gents.
Was casing up the rifle today and felt something hit me in the chest. Looked down and it was the button
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I ain’t a boomer but yes that’s usually response number 2 here
@Mile High Shooting
Anyone know where I can get these parts? Screw heads on both sides are boogered by the previous owner and I have OCD about this kind of stuff. It’s the folding stock/flush cup retainer and screws on an AX308. Not sure if the stock retainer side is supposed to come apart.
I called Mile High and who ever I talked to “wasn’t familiar with that rifle”. Also, I didn’t see the parts listed on Sporting Services site.
Anyone know where I can get these parts? Screw heads on both sides are boogered by the previous owner and I have OCD about this kind of stuff. It’s the folding stock/flush cup retainer and screws on an AX308. Not sure if the stock retainer side is supposed to come apart.
I called Mile High and who ever I talked to “wasn’t familiar with that rifle”. Also, I didn’t see the parts listed on Sporting Services site.
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Mile High has a Rep on here. Hopefully they will chime in. And hopefully they will be familiar with it.
Hey,
I will double check with gunsmiths. Do you need the whole set up?
Kent
EDIT: Working on an answer. I sit near the customer service guy and I heard him say he was not familiar with that rifle. He is newish and I told him just to ask me first.
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Ok,
Here is what Andrew said:
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We have everything but the actual plastic female catch.
26535
6821
25114
26243
3290
2477
Those are the part numbers for the complete assembly; it includes the flush cup that's missing from the photo above."
The 26243 is the only part we are missing and he is getting some ordered.
Now if you just want the screws I can get that done.
Let me know
Kent
720-674-5455
Here is what Andrew said:
"
We have everything but the actual plastic female catch.
26535
6821
25114
26243
3290
2477
Those are the part numbers for the complete assembly; it includes the flush cup that's missing from the photo above."
The 26243 is the only part we are missing and he is getting some ordered.
Now if you just want the screws I can get that done.
Let me know
Kent
720-674-5455
Let me see if I can get the screw out of the catch side. If so, screws alone will solve my problem.
Put a little AX Covert setup together
lovin it.
Niice. What’s the weight/balance like? 13” forend?
Nice. What case did you use?
Its ass heavy for sure. Locks up tight on that Sawtooth plate though, so not bad on a tripod. I'll have to weigh the whole shebang later. And yes, had to use the 13" forend to clear the 16.5 barrel ok.
Case is a Pelican 1510 I just plucked the foam on. It fits everything suprisingly well. I can't put a wmlrf on and leave it mounted though. I'm messing with a backpack option for that.
Case is a Pelican 1510 I just plucked the foam on. It fits everything suprisingly well. I can't put a wmlrf on and leave it mounted though. I'm messing with a backpack option for that.
Yep.
Those things are a pain to get together I hear. I have all the parts except for the plastic female catch. Do you just want screws? If so PM me and we can figure ot all out or just call me on Monday. Heading to pick up kids now.
Kent
I see Euro sells a 10” handguard… wonder how it’d look. certainly wouldnt help the ass heaviness but they were never barricade guns lol. Was thinking about doing something similar for an nrl hunter legal build
I think the 16" hanguard 20" barrel configuration is really pretty ideal for general 308 use. But I was trying to stay close to the original AX Covert configuration.
Thanks, been the lucky owner for over 10 years. A very accurate rifle with 250 gr Scenars and Lockbase.
Still on the original barrel and @ 1000 meters groups not much bigger than an A4 sheet of paper.
Still on the original barrel and @ 1000 meters groups not much bigger than an A4 sheet of paper.
Guys,
which Harris model was used with the L115A3?
Cant seem to find the correct spec. Guess it is one with the adapter for a sling swivel stud?
I am fed up with the AI bipod. I use an Atlas on my AW but would like to try the Harris just for the sake of originality.
which Harris model was used with the L115A3?
Cant seem to find the correct spec. Guess it is one with the adapter for a sling swivel stud?
I am fed up with the AI bipod. I use an Atlas on my AW but would like to try the Harris just for the sake of originality.
The temptation is strong.There is a sweet trg available locally. I am tempted to trade something for it. But not sure what. One for one it be a AE MKii or an lmt mws.
Yep if trgs had prefits stocked and were a little faster for barrel changes it would be money
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I have been using my DTA for the same reasons, picked up some extras and like the ability to change calibres.
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Here's a new one...
I was cleaning my AT and noticed that the emblem that fits into the side skin was gone. Being that it can't fall out when the skin is on, it must have dropped out when I was installing the comp trigger.
PIC for reference
Is this a part that MHS would have? Any help would be appreciated.
I was cleaning my AT and noticed that the emblem that fits into the side skin was gone. Being that it can't fall out when the skin is on, it must have dropped out when I was installing the comp trigger.
PIC for reference
Is this a part that MHS would have? Any help would be appreciated.
