I got mine on Friday and put it on my 300 PRC and shot 10 rounds down it. I run Lone Peak on my competition rifles. They're both smooth as butter. Go with the Kelbly you want the trigger hanger and mechanical ejector.
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Well I've ran it in 2 nrl hunter matches and a PRS match , with nf elr up next. Since I've got about 2500 rounds through it, it's definitely more broken in now and it's just slick. The ejector on the damn thing is rediculous. If I'm running it as hard as possible it will huck a prc case 15'+@SD Carpenter any more thoughts on your Prometheus since you last posted?
Well I've ran it in 2 nrl hunter matches and a PRS match , with nf elr up next. Since I've got about 2500 rounds through it, it's definitely more broken in now and it's just slick. The ejector on the damn thing is rediculous. If I'm running it as hard as possible it will huck a prc case 15'+
I will probably be getting another one in long action, although there's a serious lead time on these things now talking to Ian a couple weeks ago.
Still kinda stoked my serial number is #007 haha
Let me know if there's anything else you want to know specifically,
No, it's cock on open so the bolt close in our heavy guns is honestly nothing.That's what I was hoping to hear.... What trigger you running and have you played with the trigger timing at all with the hanger?
I had no problems with mine either this weekend, ran like a topRan my Prometheus at the Nightforce ELR this weekend. No issues at all except me not running the bolt back all the way and brass dropping back in the chamber. I've just been running short actions too long. The dust and grit from the match just lapped the bolt in a little.
Pretty sure it's on open, because when I bring the bolt down it's almost on a spring and forces itself shut.... However scientific I'm trying to soundKeeping with the Kelblys theme and not starting a new thread...
Does the Atlas Tactical have a Cock on Open/Closed or 50/50?
Atlas tac is designed to be 100% cock on open. Depending on your Trigger choice, it will change how much or if its over cocking on bolt closure. You want 240k of pin fall minimum in rem700 clones. Different hanger, or shortening cocking piece can eliminate the cock on close.Keeping with the Kelblys theme and not starting a new thread...
Does the Atlas Tactical have a Cock on Open/Closed or 50/50?
The atlas has a great bolt throw. Cock on open only and very hard to bind.Atlas tac is designed to be 100% cock on open. Depending on your Trigger choice, it will change how much or if its over cocking on bolt closure. You want 240k of pin fall minimum in rem700 clones. Different hanger, or shortening cocking piece can eliminate the cock on close.
I have a atlas tac and a fusion. Honestly cant decide wich i like better. Ive heard the atlas isnt the best choice for br based cases but it feeds 6.5cm so smooth i cant feel it pick up a round.Damn, I’m between this and a lone peak.
I have a atlas tac and a fusion. Honestly cant decide wich i like better. Ive heard the atlas isnt the best choice for br based cases but it feeds 6.5cm so smooth i cant feel it pick up a round.
Just what my gunsmith said. Hes all about lone peak so could just be steering me. Otherwise i dont have a single complaint about the atlas. Probably will use one for my 223ai build im getting ready to startweird ive never heard that. I shoot 6br exclusively in my match rifles and no issues. on 2 sep atlas actions. I have all the conversion kits but MDT 12 rnd br mags are the best by a mile.
that being said I really want to switch to Prometheus for built in lug/rail.
going to order one today.
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Technically no but kinda like a hybrid.Are these control round feed?
Seems like chassis will need some help where the hanger sits
The bravo and whiskey chassis are pretty much the same for the action too um. I like the bravo too great chassisThe Prometheus drops in just fine in the KRG Bravo chassis and in the MDT XRS with no modding needed. Yes, KRG calls the Bravo a chassis.
Resurrecting this.
Any more recent input from anyone? I haven’t owned or used a Kelblys. Any reasons to avoid the Prometheus?
I have 2 nanook (lighter versions ) actions one short action std bolt in 260 and another long action mag in 7mm prc. The short action runs ok ,the ejection is pretty goofy but usually ejects fine. The long action is another story it usually drops the spent case back in the action most of the time other then the last round. Gun went back to kelbly they they found gun would run good if you run it hard and don't have a scope with a windage knob on it lol they also replace the ejector and extractor on a rifle with like 50 rounds on it. The action has some good things going for them. I like the firing pin and the nanooks are so light and very reasonably priced but they are a no go in a magnum. I guess the take away is there is very proven ejection systems out there and Kelbly decided to reinvent the wheel. Im not sure it was an improvement.Resurrecting this.
Any more recent input from anyone? I haven’t owned or used a Kelblys. Any reasons to avoid the Prometheus?
I am sorry to hear that you are still having issues with your ejection. If I remember correctly the one-piece mount or the scope you have, has an excessively large protrusion over the ejection port. This is causing the case to hit the obstruction and fall back into the action at times. We mounted a scope on it here (Vortex Razor Gen II, and also a Nightforce ATACR) with two-piece rings and the problem could not be replicated. We replaced the extractor and ejector to verify that everything on the action was functioning properly.I have 2 nanook (lighter versions ) actions one short action std bolt in 260 and another long action mag in 7mm prc. The short action runs ok ,the ejection is pretty goofy but usually ejects fine. The long action is another story it usually drops the spent case back in the action most of the time other then the last round. Gun went back to kelbly they they found gun would run good if you run it hard and don't have a scope with a windage knob on it lol they also replace the ejector and extractor on a rifle with like 50 rounds on it. The action has some good things going for them. I like the firing pin and the nanooks are so light and very reasonably priced but they are a no go in a magnum. I guess the take away is there is very proven ejection systems out there and Kelbly decided to reinvent the wheel. Im not sure it was an improvement.
I got used to it pretty quick. Just run the bolt normally and don’t try to be all cool guy running it super slow. One thing I don’t like is if someone is helping you on a stage being a brass monkey the brass is never kicked out far enough for them to easily grab.Currently on the market for a long action. Have never used Kelly’s and the Prometheus seems interesting. I guess my only worry would be getting used to the mechanical ejector, I know some people love it how much of a learning curve is it really?
I’m running an Atlas Tactical in 30 Nosler, great action and I’ve become somewhat of an addict to the mechanical ejector…I’m an retired benchrest guy (Kelbly’s been a staple in that world for decades), which makes me a brass whore…can’t stand them tossed in the dirt unless it’s a necessity. This ejector setup allows me to be easy or western with it.I am sorry to hear that you are still having issues with your ejection. If I remember correctly the one-piece mount or the scope you have, has an excessively large protrusion over the ejection port. This is causing the case to hit the obstruction and fall back into the action at times. We mounted a scope on it here (Vortex Razor Gen II, and also a Nightforce ATACR) with two-piece rings and the problem could not be replicated. We replaced the extractor and ejector to verify that everything on the action was functioning properly.
Have you tried a different mounting solution?
We build magnums all the time and have them all over the world without the same issue that you are seeing. Our most popular magnums right now are the 7mm PRC, .300 Norma, and .338 Lapua. All of them are running without issue.
The ejection angle is optimized to clear a spent or loaded case (large magnums) without impacting the action rails with an empty magazine. So, the ejection angle is upwards, and a large knob or one-piece mount can cause issues.
If you truly aren't happy with the action, please contact us and we can find a solution for you.
Two piece base high rings nf nxs 3.5-15 x50 It s not the scope. The problem as I talked to the guy in your office is the rounds in the mag are negatively impacting ejection. On the bench you can get the gun to run ok. Best I have seen is like kicking brass 12-18" out of the rifle for sure not next zip code. As the rounds move forward in the mag during recoil the ejection gets worse and ether just falls out if the gun or the ejection moves to 12 o clock hitting the scope and drops the round back in the action. So testing on the bench really doesn't duplicate the problem. I can also move the rounds anywhere in a short action .473 and it doesn't impact ejection at all. The larger diameter of the mag cause the empty case to be lifted by the unfired cases and rob the ejector of power or change ejection angle.I am sorry to hear that you are still having issues with your ejection. If I remember correctly the one-piece mount or the scope you have, has an excessively large protrusion over the ejection port. This is causing the case to hit the obstruction and fall back into the action at times. We mounted a scope on it here (Vortex Razor Gen II, and also a Nightforce ATACR) with two-piece rings and the problem could not be replicated. We replaced the extractor and ejector to verify that everything on the action was functioning properly.
Have you tried a different mounting solution?
We build magnums all the time and have them all over the world without the same issue that you are seeing. Our most popular magnums right now are the 7mm PRC, .300 Norma, and .338 Lapua. All of them are running without issue.
The ejection angle is optimized to clear a spent or loaded case (large magnums) without impacting the action rails with an empty magazine. So, the ejection angle is upwards, and a large knob or one-piece mount can cause issues.
If you truly aren't happy with the action, please contact us and we can find a solution for you.
If you have an action that is running great I could defiantly use some help. What bottom metal/mag system are you using? If you have a phone/ camera that can shoot slow mo it would help a ton to see an working action so I can get mine running better. ThanksI’m running an Atlas Tactical in 30 Nosler, great action and I’ve become somewhat of an addict to the mechanical ejector…I’m an retired benchrest guy (Kelbly’s been a staple in that world for decades), which makes me a brass whore…can’t stand them tossed in the dirt unless it’s a necessity. This ejector setup allows me to be easy or western with it.
I’m also running two piece rings with Razor LHT. Good luck and I wouldn’t hesitate…I have two Nanooks in the safe waiting for me to build something.
Sounds good. Can you email me the link to the videos?Two piece base high rings nf nxs 3.5-15 x50 It s not the scope. The problem as I talked to the guy in your office is the rounds in the mag are negatively impacting ejection. On the bench you can get the gun to run ok. Best I have seen is like kicking brass 12-18" out of the rifle for sure not next zip code. As the rounds move forward in the mag during recoil the ejection gets worse and ether just falls out if the gun or the ejection moves to 12 o clock hitting the scope and drops the round back in the action. So testing on the bench really doesn't duplicate the problem. I can also move the rounds anywhere in a short action .473 and it doesn't impact ejection at all. The larger diameter of the mag cause the empty case to be lifted by the unfired cases and rob the ejector of power or change ejection angle.
I shot some slow mo vid of the problems to see what was going on I will try to upload the videos.
Unless your trying to make a light weight class the amount of ounces ain't going to e that big of a difference only of the action.I am going to re-revive this thread. Are their any big reasons to choose the Promethius over the Nanook aside from weight considerations? Reading the above thread it seems like both actions are well liked.
I am leaning towards a short action nanook as I would be building something on the lighter side possibly to shoot NRL hunter type matches with and/or for mule deer. I have a Impact 737 already as my main PRS match rifle.
I am going to re-revive this thread. Are their any big reasons to choose the Promethius over the Nanook aside from weight considerations? Reading the above thread it seems like both actions are well liked.
I am leaning towards a short action nanook as I would be building something on the lighter side possibly to shoot NRL hunter type matches with and/or for mule deer. I have a Impact 737 already as my main PRS match rifle.