I have a XLR Element 4.0 MG and a MPA Matrix chassis, both inlet for Rem 700 LA pattern actions. Seeing as I have the chassis' picked out already, looks like the BAT Vampire is out of the race.
The Matrix I'll use for precision shooting 6.5 PRC and/or 7 PRC. In this setup I'll care less about weight, maybe even adding weight to the chassis to offset the weight lost in the action, if needed/desired.
Depending where I go hunting, I'll use the XLR chassis with a 16-20" 308 barrel and an Accurate Mag 308 LA magazine (https://accurate-mag.com/shop/magazines/308-win-long-action-sssf-magazine/) or a 6.5 PRC/7 PRC barrel. The 308 would be better suited for areas that don't have long unobstructed line of sight (300-400 yards max, but more likely taking game within 50-150 yards) while the 6.5 PRC & 7 PRC will be better when I could use more reach and/or hunting larger game out of state.
Actions I'm considering:
- Zermatt Origin = Kind of a heavy option, I'd prefer to go lighter. I've read that there's sometimes binding issues with the interchangeable bolt heads, making it not the smoothest action.
- Impact NBK = Looks great but I don't know if the LA will take Proof 737R prefit barrels for SA (sounds like the SA NBK will will take 737Rs).
- Defiance Ruckus Ultralight = lots of people are saying stay away since it changed hands/went up in price
- Defiance anTi-X = lots of people are saying stay away since it changed hands/went up in price, also I don't know if it takes AICS mags and Proof's Ruckus prefits.
- Kelby Nanook = not sure if that window cut out becomes an issue for gunk getting in very often or not.
- BAT Vesper = looks amazing, but is overbuilt for my needs (6.5 CM/308 to 300 PRC), but again looks amazing so I'm not sure if there's anything better but it's also the most expensive and there may be smoother bolts out there, better timing, etc etc. for all I know.
- Terminus Kratos Lite = not sure if that window cut out becomes an issue for gunk getting in very often or not. I like that it's a shorter bolt throw. Wish that it accepted Proof's SA prefits.
- Curtis Helix Hybrid Hunter = not sure if that window cut out becomes an issue for gunk getting in very often or not. I like the idea that the bolt is smooth on the bottom so that it doesn't potentially scratch my Lapua brass.
- Pierce titanium skele-ti = seems titanium isn't ideal according to some
- Other
The Matrix I'll use for precision shooting 6.5 PRC and/or 7 PRC. In this setup I'll care less about weight, maybe even adding weight to the chassis to offset the weight lost in the action, if needed/desired.
Depending where I go hunting, I'll use the XLR chassis with a 16-20" 308 barrel and an Accurate Mag 308 LA magazine (https://accurate-mag.com/shop/magazines/308-win-long-action-sssf-magazine/) or a 6.5 PRC/7 PRC barrel. The 308 would be better suited for areas that don't have long unobstructed line of sight (300-400 yards max, but more likely taking game within 50-150 yards) while the 6.5 PRC & 7 PRC will be better when I could use more reach and/or hunting larger game out of state.
Actions I'm considering:
- Zermatt Origin = Kind of a heavy option, I'd prefer to go lighter. I've read that there's sometimes binding issues with the interchangeable bolt heads, making it not the smoothest action.
- Impact NBK = Looks great but I don't know if the LA will take Proof 737R prefit barrels for SA (sounds like the SA NBK will will take 737Rs).
- Defiance Ruckus Ultralight = lots of people are saying stay away since it changed hands/went up in price
- Defiance anTi-X = lots of people are saying stay away since it changed hands/went up in price, also I don't know if it takes AICS mags and Proof's Ruckus prefits.
- Kelby Nanook = not sure if that window cut out becomes an issue for gunk getting in very often or not.
- BAT Vesper = looks amazing, but is overbuilt for my needs (6.5 CM/308 to 300 PRC), but again looks amazing so I'm not sure if there's anything better but it's also the most expensive and there may be smoother bolts out there, better timing, etc etc. for all I know.
- Terminus Kratos Lite = not sure if that window cut out becomes an issue for gunk getting in very often or not. I like that it's a shorter bolt throw. Wish that it accepted Proof's SA prefits.
- Curtis Helix Hybrid Hunter = not sure if that window cut out becomes an issue for gunk getting in very often or not. I like the idea that the bolt is smooth on the bottom so that it doesn't potentially scratch my Lapua brass.
- Pierce titanium skele-ti = seems titanium isn't ideal according to some
- Other
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