My new .308 from Robert Gradous

[buckey]

UPS delivered my new .308 from Robert Gradous today - the rifle came out perfect for me!!

Robert was a true professional and a real class-act throughout the entire build process. His work is very precise/meticulous & it shows on this build!!

If anyone is thinking of having a rifle built, do yourself a favor & call Robert - he'll answer all your questions and help guide you to a great rifle.

Specs are:

*Surgeon 591 Short Action Repeater
*KMW Generation II bolt knob
*Krieger stainless 5R barrel = #7 Light Target contour, 1-11" twist, 22" finished length, target crown
*McMillan A-5 stock
*Badger M4 bottom metal
*Jewell HVR trigger
*Graphite Black Cera-Kote on all metal
*NightForce Ultra-Lite rings
*Zeiss Diavari FL 4-16x50 scope

 

[Dagsta]

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Very nice rifle Buckey!!

 

[Rob01]

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Looks really good. Give us a range report when you get out with it.

 

[buckey]

Re: My new .308 from Robert Gradous

Here are some 5 shot groups Robert shot (using factory FGMM ammo) while he was breaking-in the barrel & proofing the rifle - not too shabby "out of the box":

 

[Rob01]

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[buckey]

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You da man Rob01!!!

 

[Lofty]

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Nice bang stick!!!

 

[RollinCoal11]

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very nice.....

 

[vipers28]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Rob01</div><div class="ubbcode-body">

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Copy that! +1 Oh and sweet rifle.

 

[Dionis]

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Nice rig. Congrats!

 

[BookHound]

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Robert is a class act for sure and does great work. Really nice lookin' rifle and sure sounds like a great performer (which I'd expect coming from Robert).

 

[slg888]

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Gradous is a one man operation that builds rifles to perfection!
Ask me how I know...

Buckey, good choice on components. And great choice on using Gradous. That is a sweet rig!

 

[Cigarcop]

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Very nice brother!

 

[Pusher591]

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+1 Will be sending my parts to him for my build. Very similar except I will do a 18.5" barrel and SF brake.

 

[Tacticalrum]

Re: My new .308 from Robert Gradous

Very nice

 

[pawprint]

Re: My new .308 from Robert Gradous

Please post more about Robert Gradous, how long build time, etc. We've all seen a lot of rifles, but few stand out like this one does-no fluff-It has a pure quality look, and after looking at the target-I'd like to know more.

 

[Pusher591]

Re: My new .308 from Robert Gradous

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: paw print</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Please post more about Robert Gradous, how long build time, etc. We've all seen a lot of rifles, but few stand out like this one does-no fluff-It has a pure quality look, and after looking at the target-I'd like to know more.</div></div>

I have researched so many builders for months now and have finally decided to let Robert build mine. You know, I have never heard 1 bad thing about him or his work...not 1.

I like how he builds all his rifles himself and he is a FREAK when it comes to perfection, from what I hear. He will be gettingmy busniess very soon.

+1 on the build time, would like to know as well.

 

[psinclair]

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Damn! That's sweet right there!! Just have to like a good .308!

 

[Rolex24]

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Great looking rifle. So "many" top builders. Would be nice to have a stick from each.

 

[slg888]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: paw print</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Please post more about Robert Gradous, how long build time</div></div> I'm not sure on the poster's(Buckey) build, though after parts were recieved, I've took delivery within 3 months on every build with Gradous. Gradous is for the shooter looking for total perfection.

Personality,workmanship,accuracy,test firing to insure accuracy before shipment,ect. Hell, he has even sent me cell phone pics of my rifles during the build process. It don't get no better than that!

 

[Furtaker_.223]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Vipers28</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Rob01</div><div class="ubbcode-body">

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Copy that! +1 Oh and sweet rifle.</div></div>

What was I leaving a comment about again??????

Oh ya, nice rifle.

 

[buckey]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Night poacher</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: paw print</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Please post more about Robert Gradous, how long build time</div></div> I'm not sure on the poster's(Buckey) build, though after parts were recieved, I've took delivery within 3 months on every build with Gradous. Gradous is for the shooter looking for total perfection.

Personality,workmanship,accuracy,test firing to insure accuracy before shipment,ect. Hell, he has even sent me cell phone pics of my rifles during the build process. It don't get no better than that! </div></div>


A huge +1 on what Night Poacher stated above.

After he received my components, I had my rifle back to me in about 3.5 months. Robert is a genuine nice guy & his work is outstanding. If its not perfect, its not leaving his shop!!! Little things such as barrel break-in, proofing of rifle, & awesome communication are included in his builds - no fluff or BS coming outta his shop.

Here are a couple more pics:

 

[Widowmaker0001]

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Thats a darn fine rifle,Robert does a very detailed job~

~R

 

[bterry]

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I've been looking for a builder also. Can you post Robert's contact information, thanks.

 

[buckey]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Raider99</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I've been looking for a builder also. Can you post Robert's contact information, thanks. </div></div>

Here's his website with all his contact info:

www.gradousrifles.com

 

[buckey]

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My Zeiss on this rifle was a lemon - first time to the range after mounting it, I could not dial in my windage!! It seems the windage adjustment was froze in 1 spot & would not move at all.

Zeiss replaced the scope for me, but I moved on to a NightForce NXS 5.5-22x50 & could not be happier!! It took me an entire 4 shots to precisely zero this rifle after getting my NightForce.

Rifle shoots way better than I do - loves FGMM 168 grain ammo!!

Thanks again Robert!!

 

[mahiman]

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Great rifle!

 

[smirker]

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Roberts work is some of the best you will ever see.There is no such thing as good enough with Robert.I have two rifles and a third in the shop now.If there is anyone out there doing work at his level I would like to see it.

 

[Micah Hughes]

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great choice on the bbl with 5r have a #8 myself in 26inch that i might be cutting down or replacing with MTU when she wears out

 

[Wylie Custom]

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Really nice looking rifle.

 

[burkeknives]

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Very nice rifle!

 

[Runamuk]

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Damn, overall one of the best looking rifles I've seen.

 

[BlackWhiskey]

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Beautiful rifle. How do you like that Diavari?

 

[fw707]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: BlackWhiskey</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Beautiful rifle. How do you like that Diavari?</div></div>


<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Buckey</div><div class="ubbcode-body">My Zeiss on this rifle was a lemon - first time to the range after mounting it, I could not dial in my windage!! </div></div>

I don't think he liked it at all.


That's one of the nicest rifles I've ever seen.

 

[buckey]

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Thanks guys!!!

Robert did a great job & I love this rifle.

The Diavari had some of the nicest glass I have ever seen in a scope(and I'm a S&B guy), but like I said above, it was a lemon!!

I will give some kudos to Zeiss Customer Service - replaced the scope with a brand new one very promptly, but I was a little "gun shy" of it & moved on to a NightForce 5.5-22X50, which has been great.

 

[stiletto raggio]

Re: My new .308 from Robert Gradous

That is beautiful. Is that replacing anything in the collection or just adding another bit of variety?

 

[Chiller]

Re: My new .308 from Robert Gradous

Very nice rifle.

 

[buckey]

Re: My new .308 from Robert Gradous

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: stiletto raggio</div><div class="ubbcode-body">That is beautiful. Is that replacing anything in the collection or just adding another bit of variety? </div></div>

It replaced a GAP .308 of very similar components that I shouldn't have sold!!!

 

[jswhitesell619]

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Very nice rifle man! Hope to hear you getting plenty of use out of it

 

[BullzeyeNJ]

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Beautiful stick. Very nice selection of components.

 

[95LTZ]

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That is an extremely good looking no nonsense rifle. After doing all your research on top quality rifle builders I don't feel that there is any way you can go wrong having Robert Gradous build you a rifle. His attention to detail & work ethic is unbelievable. I am very proud of the Robert Gradous that I own already with future builds already in the works.
On the down side......once you have one of Robert's rifles you are all out of excuses.
Semper Fi