I am going to be getting a 338 lapua (yes, I'm sure), in some way shape or form, in the upcoming months. I've had the Ruger Precision 338 and didn't care for the finish on most of it, nor did I care for the near 20 lbs it weighs with a scope, mounts, and bipod.
So, looking for opinions on which route to take. CA MPR with a SS barrel for $1900, or a custom build that with put me a little over the $3000 mark.
Custom build would include: VPR SST Action by Kauger Arms, MPA Chassis, Diamond Trigger Tech, Custom McGowen Barrel (still a toss up here), Defcon 1 Brake
CA seems to have very comparable specs to this custom build for a fraction of the price, with the sub-moa guarantee as well, I could have a nearly complete rifle for the price of the custom build w/o a scope or anything. Is the custom build going to be that much better aside from the satisfaction of doing it myself?
Note: Barrel installation is not an issue with the REMAGE nut system so gunsmithing is not required for this build
So, looking for opinions on which route to take. CA MPR with a SS barrel for $1900, or a custom build that with put me a little over the $3000 mark.
Custom build would include: VPR SST Action by Kauger Arms, MPA Chassis, Diamond Trigger Tech, Custom McGowen Barrel (still a toss up here), Defcon 1 Brake
CA seems to have very comparable specs to this custom build for a fraction of the price, with the sub-moa guarantee as well, I could have a nearly complete rifle for the price of the custom build w/o a scope or anything. Is the custom build going to be that much better aside from the satisfaction of doing it myself?
Note: Barrel installation is not an issue with the REMAGE nut system so gunsmithing is not required for this build
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