I would like to try and revive this thread given that last post was more than three years ago and a lot can happen in the market place during that time.
I have started my research on the best options for a 300 PRC build starting with the action. A little background on me and what i want to achieve...
Years ago as a young Marine, I shot in a few competitions, with some that had me shooting 1,000yds using an M-14 built by the USMC Rifle Team and iron sights. After that experience, I was hooked. In 2017 i wanted to relive that experience but the M-14 (M1A) was illegal in the state where I was living. I opted for an AR-10 chambered in 6.5 Creedmore and a 5-25 scope. With that system, i shot PRS and was able to hit most anything out to 1,000 yds. Lately, i have been attempting to turn my AR-10 into more of a precision system but that has had its challenges. I guess that for a gas gun, 1,000 yards is about the limit and may have to settle for "good enough" accuracy.
My next challenge (bucket list item) is to reach out to 1 Mile. Along the way, I purchased a Bushmaster BA-50 and have put together everything i need to reload my own ammo for the system. I know that shooting system can reach out to 1 mile and more. The problem is that I am not as young as I used to be (to put it lightly) and handling that mammoth gun with my bruised and battered body is, on one hand lots of fun, but on the other hand not so much fun.
Now, I decided to sell/replace my BA-50 with something a bit easier on the body. To that end, I chose to build a 300PRC. Now, I am trying to gain knowledge on the different actions and barrel combinations. Once I come to terms there, i will focus on triggers, stock, and etc. I already know which scope I am going to use, just not settled on anything else.
I am open to all options. I believe in the addage "cry once - buy once" meaning that i am willing to spend a little more to get what I want. I prefer to build rather than buy a complete system but I am open to both options.
Thanks in advance