Official (DTA) SRS, HTI, Covert, Hunter Thread
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I also love this ammo. Usually shoot the 147 eldms, and I use bartlein barrel, but The DT barrels honestly seem to shoot the same in my experience.
Oh. I thought I was on last page. Must have been on first page lol. These multi hundred thread pages need their own sub forum to split this stuff up
I ordered a SRS A2 rifle and 6.5 CM conversion kit from ES Tactical, case from case club, grip tape from Talon grips, m10-QD-L mount from American Rifle Company (40mm, 30 MOA), and I’m waiting on my Minox ZP 5-25 MR4.
What is everyone using to change barrels? Are you using the Desert Tech torque wrench or another brand
I bought the Desert Tech maintenance kit at the same time I bought my chassis. It is a really nice kit. However, if I were shopping now I'd have to give a hard look at the Borka kit. I believe a new kit was released recently. Very nice stuff and as mentioned @kortik is good dude.
Thanks. I ordered a new and improved Borka Field Kit. It will work well with my bikes, too.
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Where did u find it at that price? I’m looking for the 308 bolt
I changed the barrel kit it on my SRS A1 twice today and the second time I heard a squeaking or a clicking sound when the bolts were close to final torque. The barrel kit has been used but the chassis was brand new and not shot before. Is it something to worry about? It didn't make those sounds the first time I installed the barrel kit.
The screws are probably dry. Mine did it when new. I took the skins off and put grease on them.
Clamping force is increased for a given torque by lubricating the fastener but it hasn't caused me any issues
Badass. I have a Proof barrel in 300 PRC and absolutely love the cartridge. You’ll have a blast with this.
Price is steep but it's otherwise perfect. I ride the hog to the range some days.
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When did you place your order by chance? I ordered my 22 Creedmoor barrel around September 13th.
August 20th....it’s important to note I ordered a longer barrel, 30”, and the twist of 1:9 for 30 cal is a little uncommon yet. Took a bit longer than usual for those reasons.
I'm really looking forward to developing a load for this one. I'm going to start with the Hornady 230 grain A-tips.
I'm thinking about getting my new barrel cerakoted. Have any of you found which flat dark earth color matches the DT skins well? I had no idea there were so many variations until I started to look.
So, while you all were waiting on your rifle, did it seem to take years for it to arrive? I’m on day 11 and it feels like I ordered last century.
Well, I’m hoping they don’t have to manufacture my rifle before they send it to me.
Those with a 338 lap conversion - what factory rounds have you found to be good, and those that reload, anyone want to share their recipe (first time reloader here)
I've been shooting 338 Lapua since I got the rifle in 2010. I've worn out one barrel already. I'm now running one I built from a Lothar Walther blank at 30".
I've not fired any factory stuff so no info there. I've been reloading for many years though. I would suggest you start with some basic load data and work up a load for your rifle. What works in mine may not work in yours and the factory barrels may have changed over 9 years of production. It doesn't take a lot to make things different. I've worked up some loads with the 250gr Sierra Matchkings in Lapua brass and Federal 210 match primers (not magnum) with Reloader 33 starting at 99gr to get 2950 fps in my 30" barrel. My factory barrel at 26" would be a little slower. Your barrel will likely be different too so pick a powder, bullet, brass and start at the recommended start load. Work your way up. Have a look at the reloading for long range posts to learn a bit more about ladder tests and other details to help you work your loads up. Seating depths can affect a lot of things too. Just copying a load from someone else may not be your best bet.......
Frank
I've not fired any factory stuff so no info there. I've been reloading for many years though. I would suggest you start with some basic load data and work up a load for your rifle. What works in mine may not work in yours and the factory barrels may have changed over 9 years of production. It doesn't take a lot to make things different. I've worked up some loads with the 250gr Sierra Matchkings in Lapua brass and Federal 210 match primers (not magnum) with Reloader 33 starting at 99gr to get 2950 fps in my 30" barrel. My factory barrel at 26" would be a little slower. Your barrel will likely be different too so pick a powder, bullet, brass and start at the recommended start load. Work your way up. Have a look at the reloading for long range posts to learn a bit more about ladder tests and other details to help you work your loads up. Seating depths can affect a lot of things too. Just copying a load from someone else may not be your best bet.......
Frank
After some advice here. I had only one calibre up until recently (6.5cm) and just purchased a 338 conversion second hand - factory barrel etc etc. It had barely been used. I pulled my 6.5 barrel out with no issues - although I did notice the 4 side screws were very loose. I put the 338 barrel in - realised I had put it in the wrong way up... and then couldnt get it out! It was STUCK. No screws done up, no lock on etc. I managed to pull the 338 barrel out, with a fair bit of force. I put the 6.5 barrel back in with no issues, then tried to put the 338 in, which would not go in, and I didn't want to force it. Has anyone else had issues with barrels getting stuck, or not fitting?
The only time I've had an issue with my barrels has been when they were cerakoted. Sometimes the coating adds just enough to the diameter of the barrel that it causes seating difficulty until it gets worn enough to slide in and out.
I called ES Tactical today to confirm that my dealer had sent his information to them since ES has said it would be about 3 weeks from order to shipping. My dealer had not sent his info but Eric is in the hospital getting a kidney stone removed and my rifle would be about 3 more weeks.
I really need my new toy to fondle.
I really need my new toy to fondle.
Thanks to everyone that has contributed to this thread - this has to be the best resource for the SRS platform, bar none. I never ever thought I'd be an owner of one of these, but the SRS A1 liquidation that occurred mid-summer was too much to resist, even for a miser like me. No regrets. Doubt I'll have much useful information to contribute here any time soon, but at least I know where to go when I do, thanks to y'all.
I did try and post a pretty thorough Desert Tech resource list (everything from retailers, custom work and barrels, hard to find parts and tools, misc accessories, etc.) here yesterday, but maybe it violated a forum rule for postings?
I did try and post a pretty thorough Desert Tech resource list (everything from retailers, custom work and barrels, hard to find parts and tools, misc accessories, etc.) here yesterday, but maybe it violated a forum rule for postings?
Desert Tech Data Dump... 2nd attempt
DESERT TECH OFFICIAL SITE
Also, scroll to bottom of page and select month/year to read more from the archives
RETAILERS and/or CUSTOM BARRELS
PROOF RESEARCH CARBON FIBER BARRELS
MISC PARTS
BOLT KNOBS ・look for Bergara or CZ Style - metric thread, M6x1.0
SINGLE SHOT SLED
CHASSIS PLATE
ARCA RAILS - SRS A1
SRS TRIGGER JOB
SRS DIFFERENCES
SRS GETS BRUTALIZED
TOOLS
Barrel Extension Wrench - Tenon thread pitch 1 1/16 -16
Fore-End Removal Tool
Fore-End Upgrade Kit Procedure
BORE GUIDE (other)
ADJUSTABLE BUTT PAD
CHEEK RISER PADS
GRIP STUFF
HANDGUARD INSULATOR
MAGAZINE HOLSTER
Case Club Case for SRS
AMAZON
EBAY
MAGNETOSPEED ADAPTOR
FRONT TRIPOD
BULLET QUIVERS
NV Clip on adaptor
SCOPE MOUNTS – seen in this forum (other) - 1.5" centerline height preferred lowest for 56mm
Other Brands 0-40MOA
70 MOA
35mm diameter
YOUTUBE VIDEOS
SOCIAL MEDIA PAGES
FDE Color
SEE ATTACHED FILES FOR PDFs:
Let me know if there's anything that should be added or removed...
DESERT TECH OFFICIAL SITE
Also, scroll to bottom of page and select month/year to read more from the archives
RETAILERS and/or CUSTOM BARRELS
PROOF RESEARCH CARBON FIBER BARRELS
MISC PARTS
BOLT KNOBS ・look for Bergara or CZ Style - metric thread, M6x1.0
Also, Search “Snipe Custom Arms“
SINGLE SHOT SLED
CHASSIS PLATE
ARCA RAILS - SRS A1
MLOK Specific – shouldn't be hard to find others with a search
SRS TRIGGER JOB
SRS DIFFERENCES
SRS GETS BRUTALIZED
TOOLS
Barrel Extension Wrench - Tenon thread pitch 1 1/16 -16
Fore-End Removal Tool
Fore-End Upgrade Kit Procedure
BORE GUIDE (other)
ADJUSTABLE BUTT PAD
CHEEK RISER PADS
GRIP STUFF
HANDGUARD INSULATOR
MAGAZINE HOLSTER
Case Club Case for SRS
AMAZON
EBAY
MAGNETOSPEED ADAPTOR
FRONT TRIPOD
BULLET QUIVERS
NV Clip on adaptor
SCOPE MOUNTS – seen in this forum (other) - 1.5" centerline height preferred lowest for 56mm
Other Brands 0-40MOA
70 MOA
35mm diameter
35mm
YOUTUBE VIDEOS
SOCIAL MEDIA PAGES
FDE Color
SEE ATTACHED FILES FOR PDFs:
- Desert Tech SRS A1 Users Manual
- Stock bolt set placement
- Primal Rights Trigger Job
- Forearm Upgrade Procedure
Let me know if there's anything that should be added or removed...
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Excellent stuff , thanks for doing that . Saves looking for info on 200+ pages
Enjoy your rifle and be sure to post pics
Enjoy your rifle and be sure to post pics
Thank you! Gives me something to do while I wait for my rifle
You should add that entire post to the resources section rather than letting it get lost in this mega thread that is near impossible to sift through.
I'm still trying to figure out how to do all the fancy stuff on here. There's a few other hints and tricks I'd like to put in there, i.e. the washer trick for the sticky magazines, etc.
Glad it's useful though. I'll poke around some more and see if I can figure out the "resource" thing.
Update 10/27/2019 - posted in the resources section.
Glad it's useful though. I'll poke around some more and see if I can figure out the "resource" thing.
Update 10/27/2019 - posted in the resources section.
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