Looking for a .223 left hand bolt action. It will be a practice and fun gun. I am finding they are pretty scarce. Not many are made and none are stocked anywhere I can see.
My options appear to be:
My options appear to be:
- Tikka CTR - It looks like Beretta may finally be importing these and Eurooptic has them listed on their website. The model JRTXC414R8L fits the bill with a 1 in 8, 24 inch barrel. I called and they have 20 on order and are available to back order, but there is no estimated time of delivery and I would have to pay in full up front at $1,048.00.
- Tikka Tac A1- Tikka recently added a .223 option and there is a model on the Tikka website with a 24 inch barrel. This is at the top of my budget at $1,800.00 or so, but I may call Eurooptic again to check on availability as it is not listed on their site.
- Remington 700 action/rifle- The SPS Varmint LH is discontinued, but I may be able to find one used. I think they may have a 1 in 12 twist barrel which is not ideal though.
- Custom Build- This will exceed my budget. The most affordable and (somewhat) available option looks like using a Bighorn Origin action, barrel of choice, and a KRG Bravo left hand stock. Keystone Accuracy lists the Origin with a Green Mountain button rifled barrel for $1,285.00. Plan on $2,000.00+.
- Savage- This could be a last resort as there are a number out there, but I am not a fan.