I am looking into having a custom hunting rifle built. Can you guys name me some companies you would recommend so I can look into them. I appreciate the help. Take care and happy hunting.
Hunting & Fishing Custom Rifle Builders
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ha ha thanks, GAP does not need an introduction. I should have mentioned that. I know of GAP, Christenarms, Best of the West but was wondering if there are any others out there I should look into.
ha ha thanks, GAP does not need an introduction. I should have mentioned that. I know of GAP, Christenarms, Best of the West but was wondering if there are any others out there I should look into.
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Talk to Mark Gordon at Short Action Customs about what you're looking for. He has always done right by me.
http://shortactioncustoms.com/
440-309-0085
[email protected]
Talk to Mark Gordon at Short Action Customs about what you're looking for. He has always done right by me.
http://shortactioncustoms.com/
440-309-0085
[email protected]
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+1 for Mark at Shortactions. Also GAP has always done great work for me too.
+1 for Mark at Shortactions. Also GAP has always done great work for me too.
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I'd call Mark or BlackOps Precision (formerly Underground Skunkworks). There's a division of Black Ops that is named "Wild Call Rifles" (don't quote me on the actual name) but it's the same guys building precision hunting rifles.
I'd call Mark or BlackOps Precision (formerly Underground Skunkworks). There's a division of Black Ops that is named "Wild Call Rifles" (don't quote me on the actual name) but it's the same guys building precision hunting rifles.
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Give Jon Beanland a look. His rifles shoot, very reasonable price and quick turn around time. You can search him out here on the hide.
Give Jon Beanland a look. His rifles shoot, very reasonable price and quick turn around time. You can search him out here on the hide.
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I would suggest Robert Gradous at gradousrifles.com. He's extremely knowledgeable and his primary work is hunting rifles. He also can make high end tactical rifles. I sent him my REM 700 which was shooting about 1moa and now its .5moa after he fiddled with it. I'd wager if I got one of his full custom rigs, it'd be even better. They're pricey, but he has excellent service, skill, and only uses top end components.
Give him a call and he'll help you out.
I would suggest Robert Gradous at gradousrifles.com. He's extremely knowledgeable and his primary work is hunting rifles. He also can make high end tactical rifles. I sent him my REM 700 which was shooting about 1moa and now its .5moa after he fiddled with it. I'd wager if I got one of his full custom rigs, it'd be even better. They're pricey, but he has excellent service, skill, and only uses top end components.
Give him a call and he'll help you out.
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thanks to everyone for the options, I will start mulling them over and see what to go with. I appreciate the help and advice. Take Care.
thanks to everyone for the options, I will start mulling them over and see what to go with. I appreciate the help and advice. Take Care.
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I chose Mike Bush (Wild Call custom rifles) for my hunting rifle build and am happy with my decision.
I chose Mike Bush (Wild Call custom rifles) for my hunting rifle build and am happy with my decision.
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I'm pretty sold on GAP. The one on the left is a lightweight .260 built on a Templar action. The right is a Surgeon action .308 built by Eric Reid when he worked at GA Precision.
I'm pretty sold on GAP. The one on the left is a lightweight .260 built on a Templar action. The right is a Surgeon action .308 built by Eric Reid when he worked at GA Precision.
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Nathan Dagley of Straight Shot Gunsmithing does a fabulous job. If you dont mind the time to wait as he usually has a backlog.
Jon Beanland just did another gun for me and turnaround was impressive and work looks great as well. I will shoot it Sunday. Lots of SH recommend him and his work.
Nathan Dagley of Straight Shot Gunsmithing does a fabulous job. If you dont mind the time to wait as he usually has a backlog.
Jon Beanland just did another gun for me and turnaround was impressive and work looks great as well. I will shoot it Sunday. Lots of SH recommend him and his work.
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A.J. Brown arms, Score Hi gunsmithing , Gradous. Boswell custom rifles.
A.J. Brown arms, Score Hi gunsmithing , Gradous. Boswell custom rifles.
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Triple6 here on the 'Hide did the fit and finish on this Krieger #8, and trued up the action...I did the stock work, which began life as a McM kevlar mountain.
Seems to shoot pretty well....500 yards, 1.28" center to center.
Triple6 here on the 'Hide did the fit and finish on this Krieger #8, and trued up the action...I did the stock work, which began life as a McM kevlar mountain.
Seems to shoot pretty well....500 yards, 1.28" center to center.
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Robert Gradous seems to be well respected when it comes to building hunting rifles.
Robert Gradous seems to be well respected when it comes to building hunting rifles.
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I've got a .308 and 6.5 x 47 lapua that Jered at APA built for me and they both get the job done. My wife uses the 6.5 and she goes for head shots out to 400 yards or so
I've got a .308 and 6.5 x 47 lapua that Jered at APA built for me and they both get the job done. My wife uses the 6.5 and she goes for head shots out to 400 yards or so
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I just had a 6.5x47 done by John Beanland. This guy can build. By far the best gun i have ever shot. Give him a call.
I just had a 6.5x47 done by John Beanland. This guy can build. By far the best gun i have ever shot. Give him a call.
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I LOVE my gap Non Typical for a hunting rifle, cant say enough about it. I know GAP has been mentioned and you clearly know about them from your post. But I give two thumbs up to Non typical
I LOVE my gap Non Typical for a hunting rifle, cant say enough about it. I know GAP has been mentioned and you clearly know about them from your post. But I give two thumbs up to Non typical
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Here is another High 5 for Jon Beanland who put together a 7mm-08 for me thats sure a heck of a shooter. Or if you have time to wait, Karl Feldkamp @ Kampfeld Customs builds a heck of a nice rifle, just got a .243 from him and couldn't be any happier with how it shoots.
Here is another High 5 for Jon Beanland who put together a 7mm-08 for me thats sure a heck of a shooter. Or if you have time to wait, Karl Feldkamp @ Kampfeld Customs builds a heck of a nice rifle, just got a .243 from him and couldn't be any happier with how it shoots.
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I have to say Mark at Short Action Customs is the only smith I go with. The man is an artist when it comes to his machining abilities. Here is a picture of the latest rifle he has built for me. It is a surgical instrument in every way.
I have to say Mark at Short Action Customs is the only smith I go with. The man is an artist when it comes to his machining abilities. Here is a picture of the latest rifle he has built for me. It is a surgical instrument in every way.
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Kenny Jarrett can build one if you're willing to spend the $$.
http://www.jarrettrifles.com/
Kenny Jarrett can build one if you're willing to spend the $$.
http://www.jarrettrifles.com/
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I have owned pretty much all the big name custom builders out there and have not been disappointed in any really but pound for pound Mcwhorter custom rifles have been the most accurate and the best fit and finish ive ever shot . thanks Dustin
I have owned pretty much all the big name custom builders out there and have not been disappointed in any really but pound for pound Mcwhorter custom rifles have been the most accurate and the best fit and finish ive ever shot . thanks Dustin
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Benchmark Barrels have built several accurate rifles for me. Not one complaint. Here is my current one.
Benchmark Barrels have built several accurate rifles for me. Not one complaint. Here is my current one.
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Marc at Spartan precision rifle.
http://www.spartanrifles.com/Welcome.html
Marc at Spartan precision rifle.
http://www.spartanrifles.com/Welcome.html
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: wannabe</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I just had a 6.5x47 done by John Beanland. This guy can build. By far the best gun i have ever shot. Give him a call.</div></div>
No, don't give him a call...... He's getting way too famous and us Oklahoma boys are having some pretty long wait times for builds because of all the "out of towners".
Honestly, Beanland is a awesome smith and very down to earth. He builds a great rifle and does a great 6.5x47 chamber.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: wannabe</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I just had a 6.5x47 done by John Beanland. This guy can build. By far the best gun i have ever shot. Give him a call.</div></div>
No, don't give him a call...... He's getting way too famous and us Oklahoma boys are having some pretty long wait times for builds because of all the "out of towners".
Honestly, Beanland is a awesome smith and very down to earth. He builds a great rifle and does a great 6.5x47 chamber.
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I've been quite happy with the lightweight rifles from Rifles, Inc. out of Texas.
http://riflesinc.com/
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: PGS</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I'm pretty sold on GAP. The one on the left is a lightweight .260 built on a Templar action. </div></div>
PGS, how much does the lightweight Templar weigh?
I've been quite happy with the lightweight rifles from Rifles, Inc. out of Texas.
http://riflesinc.com/
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: PGS</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I'm pretty sold on GAP. The one on the left is a lightweight .260 built on a Templar action. </div></div>
PGS, how much does the lightweight Templar weigh?
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Mark at Short Action Customs is my smith of choice. His work is amazing.
http://shortactioncustoms.com/
440-309-0085
[email protected]
Mark at Short Action Customs is my smith of choice. His work is amazing.
http://shortactioncustoms.com/
440-309-0085
[email protected]
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Might want to check out steve white out of Bakersfield Ca. He guarantes 1/4 moa at 100 thats the best i have heard of and his builds will shoot he just did a 260 for me and a 3 shot group at 100 yards .130 he is awsome and quick.
Might want to check out steve white out of Bakersfield Ca. He guarantes 1/4 moa at 100 thats the best i have heard of and his builds will shoot he just did a 260 for me and a 3 shot group at 100 yards .130 he is awsome and quick.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Scottie15</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I've been quite happy with the lightweight rifles from Rifles, Inc. out of Texas.
http://riflesinc.com/
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: PGS</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I'm pretty sold on GAP. The one on the left is a lightweight .260 built on a Templar action. </div></div>
PGS, how much does the lightweight Templar weigh? </div></div>
yeah, those Rifles, Inc sticks are very light and yet still very accurate.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Scottie15</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I've been quite happy with the lightweight rifles from Rifles, Inc. out of Texas.
http://riflesinc.com/
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: PGS</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I'm pretty sold on GAP. The one on the left is a lightweight .260 built on a Templar action. </div></div>
PGS, how much does the lightweight Templar weigh? </div></div>
yeah, those Rifles, Inc sticks are very light and yet still very accurate.
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another guy is James Thomas over at High Speed Shooting Systems in Yakima, WA. I've heard he's very good, but I haven't personally fired any of his rifles yet. Give him a call and hear what he has to say. (509) 945-6623
another guy is James Thomas over at High Speed Shooting Systems in Yakima, WA. I've heard he's very good, but I haven't personally fired any of his rifles yet. Give him a call and hear what he has to say. (509) 945-6623
