And why? you can shoot a 22-250, or 22Creedmoor, or 22-243. The Valkyrie is for small frame AR's, the SRS doesn't have the limitations of AR magazines.
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And why? you can shoot a 22-250, or 22Creedmoor, or 22-243. The Valkyrie is for small frame AR's, the SRS doesn't have the limitations of AR magazines.
I've only shot reloads, but it loves the 195 Hornady BTHP's, and I've shot 150 grains super sonic stuff too. Wish I had another deer tag to cut with the blackout.
Well im glad you asked CB. Its not gona feed well because the factory ammo is loaded short to fit in AR mags. Like 2.125” COAL for the stuff I have in front of me. The distance from the end of the SA mag feed lips to the chamber mouth is aprox 2.560”. Might be able to make it better if you hand load the 90’s.
ejection is gona be hit and miss because the case is so short. Like 1.6”, thats right around the same size as BR/ dasher/ grendal. Just too short to eject reliably.
And the key being the funky case head dia of .420” Not standard .470” ,just a bit below. So it’s just not gona work in that respect.
Anyone else get a custom bolt knob? I was hoping to get one that Snipe Custom Arms has, but haven't gotten any response back from them. Phoenixcustomerifles.com has responded and said I could send them my bolt and they'd make one for $40, and it looks nice.
I got the one from Snipe Custom Arms. I like it. Screws right on.
While there was nothing functionally wrong with the original round plastic one, I thought it made the rifle look "cheap".
You want to pay attention to the Gen1 / Gen2 bolt discrepancy. Having very recently purchased a lefty bolt, I figured it would be a Gen2, but pictures proved it to be a Gen1. Did I get an old bolt, or are all lefties Gen1?
While we're talking bolts, is it just me that thinks the bolt arm should be swept forward instead of back? Seems like on a bullpup, you'd want to do that to place the knob closer to the hand and to reduce how far you need to crank your arm back on ejection. Probably a dumb question, but: Any way to turn it around?
While there was nothing functionally wrong with the original round plastic one, I thought it made the rifle look "cheap".
You want to pay attention to the Gen1 / Gen2 bolt discrepancy. Having very recently purchased a lefty bolt, I figured it would be a Gen2, but pictures proved it to be a Gen1. Did I get an old bolt, or are all lefties Gen1?
While we're talking bolts, is it just me that thinks the bolt arm should be swept forward instead of back? Seems like on a bullpup, you'd want to do that to place the knob closer to the hand and to reduce how far you need to crank your arm back on ejection. Probably a dumb question, but: Any way to turn it around?
SupressYourself,
The reason that the bolts bend to the rear is so that they move with the wrist movement. Even with a bullpup there is still an upward and rearward movement to the wrist. If the bolt bent forward, it would fight your natural wrist movement.
I think you are missing something, and getting something else. What your missing is there are much better options than the Valkyrie, as mentioned above. And the Valkyrie would be difficult to feed in the SRS as SC explained also above. What you are getting, is the marketing campaign from Federal. If you want a 224 caliber that shoots 75+ grain bullets at 3000+ FPS, then get a 22CM, if not, a 223 will do the rest just fine.
We touched on that a few pages earlier, they did create those. I believe the current shop producing them has changed but it's the same kit, quality and 1/2 moa guarantee. I'm planning to pick up their kit with both 223 and 300blk later this year.
16" 8 twist Bartlein, it likes the 195 Hornady BTHP's and Trailboss.
https://coldboremiracle.com/2018/01/14/short-action-black-magic/
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Thanks for the info and link. Is 16" the shortest the covert takes without chopping the handguard? I understand the SBR aspects.
Its not as simple as opening the bolt face. The extractor/ejector would have to be completely redone. And the V would not work in the 223 mag.
SAC has been and is the only shop making the 223 conversion. If someone buys a conversion kit and has it rebarreled someplace else, thats another thing. But SAC is the only one making parts for 223 conversions.
Yes sir!
https://www.milehighshooting.com/search.php?search_query=Hrd
They are compatible with Accuracy International AX/AT/AICS Legacy, JAE, KRG, Cadex, Mlok, Keymod, and Anschutz Freeland rails as well.
I ordered one of his DT knobs online earlier this week. My card got charged so I sure hope he’s still in business.
I could have sworn I saw a post by Mark or on the SAC site saying that another shop was taking over making those. Guess I dreamt it.
I bought a prototype Damascus knob.
https://www.amazon.com/photos/share/lrCxnbGShOEHVps4F5kQYSWZFBpc4HDAgOqgDiDDYWr
I bought one of his knobs a a year or two ago. I like it alot, they look great and still allow you to run a dta bolt like a raped ape!
My scope mount and muzzle brake finally showed up yesterday morning. After installing the brake and mounting the scope I finally got to send my first rounds down range with my new to me SRS A1 300 WM .
I had 15 rounds of some cheapo Federal 180 grain soft point ammo laying around and figured I'd use it up to get the scope zeroed and fire a few groups.
Everything went nice and smooth until my last 3 round group, the damn TS Customs barrel put 3 of the junk bullets into a .2" group. I'm not sure if I'll get any better accuracy handloading, but at least I'll be able to load higher quality bullets. I use 215 hybrids in my other 300 WM and the SRS will be fed the same.
I had 15 rounds of some cheapo Federal 180 grain soft point ammo laying around and figured I'd use it up to get the scope zeroed and fire a few groups.
Everything went nice and smooth until my last 3 round group, the damn TS Customs barrel put 3 of the junk bullets into a .2" group. I'm not sure if I'll get any better accuracy handloading, but at least I'll be able to load higher quality bullets. I use 215 hybrids in my other 300 WM and the SRS will be fed the same.
Peasant is a big word for someone who shoots a Barrett, it’s ok though You’ll come around?Thought I'd check in and see how the DTA peasants were doing
I'm guessing you ordered the Gen 1 knob? When I select the gen 2 knob it has said out of stock for past few months.
I've emailed them and haven't heard anything back. Think I'll go with Phoenix Custom Rifles, was told to just send them my bolt and $40 will get my knob back in a week. Glad the forum is back up. Was sad to try to get on and see the site down. No more "dislike" button, lol! I did like the Thanks button though.
Yes, I've got a leftie SRS, which has the Gen 1 style bolt handle, so I ordered a Gen 1 knob.
Anyone use any type of rail extension to mount a clip on to their covert length hand guard? ADM makes an Eotech riser that looks like it might work for me but not sure if it’ll clear the ocular lense of the PVS 30
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I just recently purchased a DT in 6.5 Creedmoor and got the deal of the century. I was quoted the wrong price and I drove an hour to get it the next day. The guys at the store were shocked when I told them what I was quoted, I would have totally understood if they wouldn’t sell me the rifle but they did! I basically got the complete rifle for the price of a chassis! So I’ve got some leftover money and looking at getting another barrel/caliber, bolt, magazine and see which one piece scope mount to get. Either the Desert Tech 34mm or the one Primal Rights carries. I’m ready to get behind the trigger and send some rounds downrange! Any suggestions on scope mounts and where the best place is to get the aftermarket barrels and conversion kit, bolt and Mag?
For barrels go with Eric at ES Tactical. http://www.es-tactical.com/shop/Desert-Tech/ES-Tactical-SRS-Barrels--Conversion-Kits.htm
I’ll be calling you today for one of the mounts. I haven’t seen the Hawkins one piece but I like the DT with bubble level. I’ve got a Larue mount right now, which I guess is fine, it serves it’s purpose. I’m also waiting for suppressor mounts for the Crux and SAS cans.
Can't go wrong with Spuhr ISMS. There's a few barrel options for the DT. Short Action Customs, Primal Rights, ES Tactical, Special Purpose Weapons, and I think they may be 1 more company to spin up barrels. I have 1 from SAC and a Proof barrel from Special Purpose.
We can help with DT mounts, aftermarket barrels, bolts and mags . Shoot us an email, or give us a call next week at the shop. Es-tactical.com
Curious, but what's market value for a used good condition Gen2 DTA, FDE, in 308 and 260 barrels? Low milage on the barrels.
I was trying to sell a 6.5 Creed barrel a few months ago and got down to $650 with no takers. I bought it used from another member here as a backup but didn’t shoot it. I plan to shoot it when it warms up and share the target with the new for sale/for trade ad, and that price will change based on how it shoots.
You can expect to see barrels going anywhere from $850 (Black Friday pricing) to $1200 new. You can also consider trading barrels, or having them modified (shortened, rechambered, etc) to better suit your current needs.
