Christensen Arms Modern Precision Rifle Chassis

[Huklebry]

Of course they're selling them separate now... I just bought something else...

Modern Precision Rifle Chassis - Christensen Arms

Specs: Machined from 7075 Billet Aluminum Black Hardcoat Anodized or Desert Brown™ Anodized Accepts AICS-compatible short-action magazines or CIP-length long-action magazines. 14″ or 17″ Carbon Fiber Handguard with M-Lok™ Adjustable Carbon Fiber Cheek Riser (1″ adjustment) Adjustable Length of...

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[Frankr]

3.3-3.7 pounds.

Not the lightest side folding stock but the ones with their action seem super light and comfortable

 

[XLR308]

Of course they're selling them separate now... I just bought something else...

Modern Precision Rifle Chassis - Christensen Arms

Specs: Machined from 7075 Billet Aluminum Black Hardcoat Anodized or Desert Brown™ Anodized Accepts AICS-compatible short-action magazines or CIP-length long-action magazines. 14″ or 17″ Carbon Fiber Handguard with M-Lok™ Adjustable Carbon Fiber Cheek Riser (1″ adjustment) Adjustable Length of...

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That's all they were waiting on @Huklebry every one else was in on to just watching and waiting. ???

 

[zog]

I have never built a gun from components but would sure like to try. Wish it would fit other than Rem 700.

 

[Colohunter]

I've had an MPR for just over a month and so far I like the way the chassis fits me and performs. The stock locks up tight, it was easy to adjust and the magazines feed well.

 

[roamin]

 

[Dooby]

Its a good lookin' Chassis, might use this on my next build.

 

[Dooby]

I was hoping to use this Chassis for my Origin. But wonder if the Handguard is slotted for the extended rail. Also, handguard seems to be a tight fit, wonder if a M24 or MTU profile will fit under it.

anyone possibly have any ideas?

 

[Dooby]

Anyone get this new Chassis yet? What action did you mate it with?

 

[benchmstr]

I like the carbon fiber heat shield...I just do NOT like the companies hit or miss reputation and QC.

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[Dooby]

I like the carbon fiber heat shield...I just do NOT like the companies hit or miss reputation and QC.

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Agreed, not from personal exp, but many reviews I've seen. Many folks had problems with sticky extraction. I just learned alot of it had to do with bolt timing. The cam on the back of the action is suppose to help with primary extraction, but many actions were not timed correctly to the bolt handle.

I really wanted to get the chassis for a hunting setup with folding stock, but hit/miss QA and the $1100 price tag is kinda high.

Was hoping Brownells had it in stock so i could at least do 10% off and another 4% from active junky.

 

[benchmstr]

Agreed, not from personal exp, but many reviews I've seen. Many folks had problems with sticky extraction. I just learned alot of it had to do with bolt timing. The cam on the back of the action is suppose to help with primary extraction, but many actions were not timed correctly to the bolt handle.

I really wanted to get the chassis for a hunting setup with folding stock, but hit/miss QA and the $1100 price tag is kinda high.

Was hoping Brownells had it in stock so i could at least do 10% off and another 4% from active junky.

A year ago I was set to buy a rifle from them as a light hunting gun....but, i just didnt want to waste money on a 50% chance of a good rifle

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[zog]

I just do NOT like the companies hit or miss reputation and QC.

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Having chalked up a miss, I agree with you. I'm 0-1.

 

[Aaron47pb]

Having chalked up a miss, I agree with you. I'm 0-1.

Is that “miss” only because you didn’t like the sound the MPR action made/feel of the action?

 

[zog]

Is that “miss” only because you didn’t like the sound the MPR action made/feel of the action?

Yes. I have not fired it hoping it will make returning it easier, though it probably won't matter whether I shoot it or not, it's far less value now that I've opened the box and stupidly took it home from the shop. Their incomplete machining job was laughed at by my go-to gunsmith.

CA can't or won't fix it, they ran the bolt when I sent it to their factory and - get this - have actually told me to I need use plenty of grease and hold pressure on the bolt handle differently so it doesn't rub as much, which means they have acknowledged its not right. I have been patient and courteous with them, it was going well but now they conclude with this insulting answer. On a $400 rifle, maybe, but not on a premium "precision" rifle. There is very little precision in the way this action was machined; why should I trust the chambering, extractor, or any other part of the construction?

I can't imagine what my gunsmith's reaction will be when I tell him they said to add more grease and be more careful when I cycle the bolt. "Congratulations and nice choice on your $2200 precision rifle - just be careful, we didn't have time to build it right, so try a few different ways to hold the bolt handle and bite gently on your cheek when you cycle it."

No more CA for me - there is way too much competition out there for me to accept this joke of a rifle for their price. I now have a barrel and chassis for sale, and maybe I can get $1.50 for the scrap value of the receiver and bolt.

Quite a few shooters I have talked with since buying this rifle have said CA used to be good but pressure to produce volume has wrecked them. Someone above also said they have developed a hit-or-miss reputation.

I sure don't mean to insult any CA owners; if you got a "hit" - great for you. I got a "miss".

 

[Weatherby_Eyebrow]

Anyone know who makes this chassis for CA? I called looking for parts and was told no and given the impression they don't make it which is why they don't sell parts.

 

[EzGoingKev]

These have been available for a while so any updates?