Remington 700 sps aac-sd Accuracy concerns

[Wisconsinner]

Hello all, Just purchased a Rem sps AAC-sd. I didn't realize how much i was up against when buying the rifle, but i am trying to squeeze as much accuracy out of it as possible. I am looking for a nice 5-20 scope and a stock for starters. As far as scopes goes I'm leaning toward The SWFA ss 5-20, Or Ziess Conquest with the 1000 zplex. Also I really like the HS precision m24 variant stock. Looked on Stockyssocks and saw a few nice stocks but wasn't sure if they carry the Sps tactical barrel. Suggestion are all appreciated ! Thanks!

 

[Onoko]

Well for a stock check the Bell & Carlson stocks for example the tactical medalist style 5 on stockystock.com, its adjustable or the B&C m40 stock. if you don't want adjustable you can try to find a HS Precision pull off stock in the for sale section, they go for like $200. BTW the Varmint barrels will be excepted in the tactical and varmint sections.

 

[seanh]

glass... I'd probably go with the SWFA before I go with the conquest.

Stock...HS precision take-off isn't a bad choice...solid feel and as durable as you'd need. B&C isn't a bad choice if that's all you can afford.

 

[Hammertime]

I have the same rifle with the SWFA 5-20 with the HS M-24 vertical grip adjustable and really like the set up. Also just added a B.A.D DBM. Now order some 175's from Southwest Ammo and you will be happy. That ammo shoots great out of that rifle, you will not be disappointed.

 

[reeljob]

I am running my ACC-SD in a HS takeoff with a PST but a SWFA HD 5-20 sits on my 5R. Great glass in the SWFA and very dependable optic. Stock is a personal preferance and the BC is a good choice for the money as is the takeoffs like mentioned. Any varmint contour channel will take your SPS barrel. Keep your eyes open in the PX and you will find a stock and there is currently a SWFA or two listed in the optics section.

 

[Wisconsinner]

Sorry new to the forum. Are these items available from private sellers?

 

[akscott]

Mine sits in a manners t4a and will have a vortex razor on top of it in 2 days when my rings show up

 

[JB02]

Sorry new to the forum. Are these items available from private sellers?

Yes, they pop up for sale frequently. Here's the deal ... the barrel has the greatest impact on accuracy, but you have a new gun and you shouldn't change it off now. The next greatest impact is a good trigger. I recommend either getting a Timney set at ~ 2 lbs or sending your remington to someone like Mark Gordon at SAC and have him tune it up. That will do alot for you. Next, is ammo. You either need match ammo or you need to reload. Next would be your optic. If you have the appetite to spend over $1k on a scope, look at either the Razor HD, the SWFA HD, or the Bushnell 3-21 tactical; but, I think that a SFP Vortex PST would probably suit your needs just fine. Don't skimp on a quality scope mounting system.

 

[Wisconsinner]

Yes, they pop up for sale frequently. Here's the deal ... the barrel has the greatest impact on accuracy, but you have a new gun and you shouldn't change it off now. The next greatest impact is a good trigger. I recommend either getting a Timney set at ~ 2 lbs or sending your remington to someone like Mark Gordon at SAC and have him tune it up. That will do alot for you. Next, is ammo. You either need match ammo or you need to reload. Next would be your optic. If you have the appetite to spend over $1k on a scope, look at either the Razor HD, the SWFA HD, or the Bushnell 3-21 tactical; but, I think that a SFP Vortex PST would probably suit your needs just fine. Don't skimp on a quality scope mounting system.

Thanks pointing me in the right direction. I'm squared away on the reloading, just need a single stage press, I don't think my progressive press will be so consistent. I orderd the Midwest 20moa base its aluminum, Do you suggest a steel base instead?

 

[JB02]

You can get consistent, match grade rounds out of a progressive press. This subject has been beaten to death in the reloading forum. It takes some skill, patience, tweaking, and the right components to make it work. I don't believe a progressive press should be your first press though, and I really think they are only justified if you are going to make lots of ammo (for example, you regularly shoot a gas gun or compete in 3 gun comps).

I have no experience nor am I familiar with Midwest. There is a reason why many shooters on this forum go with Nightforce, Badger, and Seekins bases and rings ... they are well made and very reliable. The NF base my wife uses on her 308 is made from billet aluminum and works just fine. I think what matters more is that the base uses torx (star type) vs hex mounting screws. It is very easy to strip a hex head mounted base screw in the event you need to remove the base from your receiver.