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Larue bolt action
- Thread starter B4Maz
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No. They are making these in-house.
From all indications, it's a push-feed 700 clone with a 3 position safety on the bolt shroud.
I handled one of the early prototypes they were showing a few years ago. Seemed nice enough, though not incredibly innovative.
IMO it depends on how far the "clone" concept is taken. If the footprint is the only thing that matches between the action in question and an R700, I'd say absolutely not. However, if it's a two-lug, 90 degree throw, setup that doesn't have a machined-in rail or recoil lug, then... yeah, to me, that's a "me too" kinda deal.
Just my $0.02.
With the popularity of precision rifle growing, it no wonder we are seeing new development of this bolt gun.
It's got some hallmarks of a quality action: Small ejection port, pinned scope base (likely), and an exacting machinist. I can appreciate the QC that you're likely to get from it, but the real justification to buy is because you want to buy from them.
Really, I'd wager that you won't see anything but complete rifles for years after they actually start selling them. If that's what you want, great.
He did a comparison test between a few mounts, Larue compared poorly, heads exploded. This is back when Larue was actually inovative. Now, well, that action shows you where they are ...
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I like the 3pos safety idea, I doubt I’ll buy one... but I’m glad to see that on the market if true.
Some people love two stage triggers and swear by them. I get their utility in a field rifle, but I am still not a fan, and think it is totally pointless to put one in a comp rifle, but all sorts of people just are used to them and like the way they feel. More power to them.
Some people love a three position safety (not a Mauser blade). I see no point in it whatsoever, and since my bolt is always back with a chamber flag in the breach (for all competitions) it's even more useless for me.
That's Mark Larue's reputation. He's brash and outspoken. It seems like people either love him or hate him.
Some people love a three position safety (not a Mauser blade). I see no point in it whatsoever, and since my bolt is always back with a chamber flag in the breach (for all competitions) it's even more useless for me.
That's Mark Larue's reputation. He's brash and outspoken. It seems like people either love him or hate him.
Got to wait to see what it is first.. and the price.. I could use a light bolt gun for hunting.. the MRAD is just not that handy lol I do have a TranQuilo and see what kind of deal or offer there has been speak of..
If you sling a rifle behind your shoulder and are using trekking poles, the damn bolt has a tendency to pop open on my Remington; especially if wearing a ruck. Most annoying.
A bolt lock stops that. My sako 75 doesn’t have a three position safety like a Winchester, Ruger or Mauser; but does have a bolt lock.
When packing with a rifle I use a Vorn. It’s literally like a drag bag till you need it, and then it’s faster than a sling. Might change your life...
