New kelbly atlas tactical action

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Available for shipment 08/25/2014 is the new Atlas Tactical action.
Features are a 416 RS body with a 4140 Bolt Body with a TIG welded 420 bolt handle.
Available in Short Action for .308 cases and .532 cases.
Accepts both the AICS or AW Magazines.
Features our "Never Fail" TG Ejector, Fluted Bolt, APA Tactical Bolt Knob, and Dual Pin Recoil Lug.
We have upgraded the Bolt Stop Screw to be "hammer proof" to take the beating tactical shooters put on there bolt stops cycling rounds.
We have also pinned the 20 MOA Picatinny Rail, so that it is just like an integral rail.
We top it all off with a Salt Bath Nitride Coating, trade name is Melonite. This allows shooters to use their bolts dry, so that dust and grit does not stick to the bolt.
This action was optimized for the practical/tactical shooters by feedback from shooters in the field.
Action will retail at $1200.

Contact Kelbly's today at 330-683-4674 or email [email protected]

Thanks,
Ian A. Kelbly
 

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yes they do. Kelblys atlas actions are tits folks. Very high quality, and straight dead nutz straight. I worry a little bit about the heat from the melonite, but everyone I have talked to about this says its safe. I think im going to bite and buy one. Lee
 
#4
I melonited my first action back in 2008. Been running it ever since. It's an FTR rig in .308 with over 8,000 rounds on it. High pressure loads, testing, and blown primers in the action. Never had a problem with it. All the testing we have done with Melonite have shown no shift of trueness of degradation, or brittleness. They work very smooth and we are happy to have a package like this to offer.

The only issue with the Atlas action is in a chassis, you will have to open up the action inlet to accommodate the trigger hanger.

Any questions, please ask.

Thanks,
Ian
 
#5
The Atlas is a great action, very well machined, runs nice n smooth. The TG ejector works great, esp for short case cartridges like BR, 221, 300BLK. No issues with brass in the raceway or dented necks like you can somtimes have with traditional spring ejectors. We have built a handfull of rifles with the Kelblys actions and have been very pleased with there price and performance.
 
#6
Ian A. Kelbly said:
Available for shipment 08/25/2014 is the new Atlas Tactical action.
Features are a 416 RS body with a 4140 Bolt Body with a TIG welded 420 bolt handle.
Available in Short Action for .308 cases and .532 cases.
Accepts both the AICS or AW Magazines.
Features our "Never Fail" TG Ejector, Fluted Bolt, APA Tactical Bolt Knob, and Dual Pin Recoil Lug.
We have upgraded the Bolt Stop Screw to be "hammer proof" to take the beating tactical shooters put on there bolt stops cycling rounds.
We have also pinned the 20 MOA Picatinny Rail, so that it is just like an integral rail.
We top it all off with a Salt Bath Nitride Coating, trade name is Melonite. This allows shooters to use their bolts dry, so that dust and grit does not stick to the bolt.
This action was optimized for the practical/tactical shooters by feedback from shooters in the field.
Action will retail at $1200.

Contact Kelbly's today at 330-683-4674 or email [email protected]

Thanks,
Ian A. Kelbly
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Do you have different angle porn shots of the action? The one you posted does very little to appreciate it.
 
#7
My shooting partner runs an Atlas single shot, and I have a repeater. They are excellent actions without a doubt, and will likely continue to by my first choice when it comes to a build. Looking under the couch cushions right now...

Ian, any expectation of providing these in a repeater with a 223 bolt face?
 
#8
Ian:

With the new AICS AX stock, where the rear of the stocks folds to the right, do you know if the bolt handle will fit into the hole??


Oh, and please more photos yes!
 
#9
As soon as they are all finished out, I will take some more photos. We wanted to see how the would sell at first, then introduce the .223 option. We don't sell very many .223 actions, but we will be happy to add the option. I will get one of the new AX stocks and try it out.


Thanks,
Ian
 
#15
Guys,
Kelbly's has been doing this thing right! They are attending matches, listening to what the guys want in a product, and as you can see delivering it.

Additionally, they are bending over backwards to support the community they serve. They always give back generously to the matches. We here in Las Vegas are proud to have Kelbly's as title sponsor to the 2015 Vegas Precision Rifle Challenge in January. They have a special side match that will be taking place so that everyone can put rounds down range with a Tactical Atlas.

For me, when I go to spend the cheddar, I spend mine with the companies like Kelbly's that give back to the community.

Ty
 
#17
It is a 90 degree bolt throw like a Remington. We are running .005" of bolt clearance in these instead of .002". We flute the bolt to help with debris. This will push the debris into the flutes and away from critical areas.

Next time we run a batch of Atlas Tactical actions, we will run a batch of .223 actions as well.

Thanks,
Ian Kelbly
 
#20
As of right now we can make lefty's upon request. Long actions haven't been asked for yet, so we haven't made them. We wanted to see how it was accepted and let customers direct us where to go. We can make long actions upon request
 
#22
We received our shipment of these actions and we are very impressed. The machining on these is excellent.

The trigger hanger is a great addition for match shooters no more banging and beating on your gun to get out the trigger pins in the middle of a match if your trigger goes down, which happens quite often.

The extractor is bullet proof and we like the design of the ejector, it doesn't put tension on the case when its in the chamber which should enhance accuracy.









 
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#24
Ian, or anyothers who might know.

I have two atlas builds. My 300WM is a hunting arm, also have Dasher for F-Class. Love both by the way! The 300WM is a hunting arm, and I live in a pretty wet environment. I'd like to get it coated. That said, did you adjust the tolerances for these tactical builds? Mine is super tight, which is great, but don't see how any coating would work, for sure not any paint. The Melonite process looks like a good option, just wondering if this would work and still function on a :normal" atlas.

Thanks
 
#25
Ak,

The tolerances were changed on these actions to .005 vs .002

I would not coat the bolt, if you wanted to get the action painted then be sure the inside of the action is not coated. It might not look the best but will run smooth. I really like melonited actions and find them to the smoothest actions ive ran.
 
#27
Kelbly has always turned out killer products! Many years ago I had a Grizzly II repeater barreled by Kelby's with a Hart 30" in 6.5X284 it was in a Lone Wolf stock with a Jewell trigger. I also had it set up with Kelbly's scope rings that rifle was a hammer for about 1200 rounds and just a phone call to Kelblys had it back killing it again. I never had to send the rifle in. This Atlas reminds me of my Grizzly II, I miss that rifle well all but the barrel eating caliber haha.
 
#28
fireguyty said:
Guys,
Kelbly's has been doing this thing right! They are attending matches, listening to what the guys want in a product, and as you can see delivering it.

Additionally, they are bending over backwards to support the community they serve. They always give back generously to the matches. We here in Las Vegas are proud to have Kelbly's as title sponsor to the 2015 Vegas Precision Rifle Challenge in January. They have a special side match that will be taking place so that everyone can put rounds down range with a Tactical Atlas.

For me, when I go to spend the cheddar, I spend mine with the companies like Kelbly's that give back to the community.

Ty
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No doubt Kelbly's is a stand up establishment. Very great bunch to work with. Just wanted to give a shout out as they certainly have earned their reputation. I think there are probably only a handful of companies in the shooting community that I can give that kind of praise to.
 
#30
B.Bates said:
Ak,

The tolerances were changed on these actions to .005 vs .002

I would not coat the bolt, if you wanted to get the action painted then be sure the inside of the action is not coated. It might not look the best but will run smooth. I really like melonited actions and find them to the smoothest actions ive ran.
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I agree with all you said here. I have a Bat Tactical from Wolff Precision and it is slicker than butter.
 
#31
OTM Tactical said:
We received our shipment of these actions and we are very impressed. The machining on these is excellent.

The trigger hanger is a great addition for match shooters no more banging and beating on your gun to get out the trigger pins in the middle of a match if your trigger goes down, which happens quite often.

The extractor is bullet proof and we like the design of the ejector, it doesn't put tension on the case when its in the chamber which should enhance accuracy.


















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Man is that PURTY stuff right their and glad to see some more pictures of these posted up. I will be calling you on 1 of these. Glad to see Kelbly moving forward in other directions to support shooters in different areas. I have had varmint rifles built some years ago by them and can attest to the superb quality of their products not to mention they are some of the best fellows you will ever deal with.
 
#33
The entire action is done in melonite. The only parts that aren't are the scope base and cocking piece, which are anodized.

If you were to order a left handed .223, it would be about 4 weeks to make. We are making another batch of actions now.

Thank you everyone for the kind words, we love hearing feedback from customers.

Thanks,
Ian Kelbly
 
#35
Ian A. Kelbly said:
The entire action is done in melonite. The only parts that aren't are the scope base and cocking piece, which are anodized.

If you were to order a left handed .223, it would be about 4 weeks to make. We are making another batch of actions now.

Thank you everyone for the kind words, we love hearing feedback from customers.

Thanks,
Ian Kelbly
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Ian, would it be possible to source one of these actions through Stuart Elliot at BRT in Australia?
 
#37
Northman

I have ordered one of the first AICS AX stocks. It should be here anytime. I will see what modifications it needs for our action.

Long actions can be made. I will get a batch of them started.
 
#40
diverdon, I do not know if the Cadex Chassis will fit our action. We haven't tested with one of those yet. Do you have one? We could see if it does, or even modify the chassis to accept our action.
 
#42
We have just started 10 long actions. 5 in .308 and 5 in .532 boltfaces. Should be ready in about 4-5 weeks. We also started 2 of each configuration in left hand.
We now will be offering them in
Short Action- Right and Left Hand Models- .223, .308, .532 Boltfaces
Long Action- Right and Left Hand Models- .308, .532 Boltfaces

Thank you to everyone picking up one of these!

Best Regards,
Ian
 
#43
Ian...hey man how have you been? haven't seen you in a while. wondering if you will be at the fall rayners sniper match and have any of your actions with you. would love to put hands on one. i like what i see!!!!!.

take care.
 
#44
Killswitch Engage,

Ya it has been awhile since I have shot. Planning on starting up again next year. I won't be able to make it this year. I just had ACL surgery on the 5th, so I have to get back to walking. What are the dates of it? Maybe my father can make it down to that one.

Thanks,
Ian
 
#45
Received my action today from OTM and Mark was a super fellow to deal with over the phone. When payment was received action was shipped out with no delay. As always from the Kelblys, action is first class all the way and any who order 1 will be very happy. These are a hell of a deal, the coating was perfect and the bolt glides back and forth very smooth. The action also came with a tube of lug grease and stainless receiver screws. Not that it makes a difference but the only thing i would like to see is the pic rail on top of the receiver be comepletely closed off on top like on the Defiance actions and not have a small space open between the rail and top of receiver.
 
#46
BTW: Ian, could you do a Kodiak with the 20moa pic rail, same bolt nose and features as the Atlas Tactical, melonited and use a DBM like a Seekins for it. Or would it only except a BDL type system for feeding as a repeater? Could you also keep the same bolt to raceway clearance typical on a Kodiak with it melonited and not have any binding issues?
 
#48
Yes....does not have to be melonited but would like same bolt nose configuration as Atlas Tactical, RB RP, 20moa pic rail and use a Seekins DBM. I would have the action cerokoted and would like the handle threaded to install what bolt knob i wanted.
 
#49
Guys,

We can make the Kodiak Action with a 20 MOA Rail. We can also cut the magazine to accept AICS and AW magazines. We cannot melonited the Kodiak body, because it is aluminum. We can coat the bolt though.
The nice thing about the Kodiak is the Picatinny Rail and Recoil Lug is integral.

The rail on the Atlas Tactical has a chamfer. That's why it has the gap.

All the best,
Ian
 
#50
Ian A. Kelbly said:
As of right now we can make lefty's upon request. Long actions haven't been asked for yet, so we haven't made them. We wanted to see how it was accepted and let customers direct us where to go. We can make long actions upon request
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I bought an Atlas Left hand long action earlier this year with Meloniting it is smooth. Mine came with the bolt handle style typical of a Kelby (no complaints) and i did not get the fluted bolt option, because they understand field vs. bench requirements .005" of bolt clearance instead of .002" i also selected the TG ejector one for simplicity the other reason i can't short stroke a long round. In order to eject the brass with a TG you need to pull it all the way back until the pin engages the ejector.

I am happy with the action.
Trevor
 
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