Rifle is too heavy and expensive, come talk to me

[BHP9]

Re: Rifle is too heavy and expensive, come talk to me

Take a look at my setup at the bottom of my post. It looks awesome, shoots awesome, and most people agree that it's pretty awesome.

<span style="color: #FF0000"><span style="font-weight: bold">However, it's heavy as crap </span></span>and I've got a bunch of cash in it. I'm seriously considering selling the AICS along with the NF NXS and going to something like a 700p HS precision take off stock, stock bottom metal which I have just bought, and maybe a Super Sniper 10x.

I figure it will weigh a lot less, I won't get too upset if it takes a few hits should I take it into the woods, and I can put quite a bit of cash in my pocket (which will also help me get an engagement ring). But I have a couple questions..

-HS Precision 700p stock or something else? B&C maybe?

-Super Sniper is the only thing I can think of that is a GOOD scope in its pricerange. Yes or am I overlooking a good solid scope in this area?

We all know what opinions are like but I still would like to have your opinions. There aren't any tactical matches in my area and when we shoot, it's always informal. So, what say you?

Thanks!

-X

I know the above highlighted statement is a technical term , but how heavy?

Lose the can, chop the barrel to 20", weigh the bipod against a Harris (notched legs and 6-9" with swivel). Also remove the action and weigh the stock.

As for the scope, figure out what you are going to do the most and at what range, then look at the scope specs and make your decision from that.

Good luck.

 

[sickbugs]

Re: Rifle is too heavy and expensive, come talk to me

lop a 1/4 inch off of the end of the barrel, get it bored out to her finger diameter, buy a $1000 diamond and get it installed by a competent jeweler, ring problem solved. now for the weight.. if u like the gun, flute the barrel/mill out the stock, your killing multiple birds with 1 rifle here !!

 

[nock]

Re: Rifle is too heavy and expensive, come talk to

Black-X, if you get ride of the rifle you are an idiot...it's too heavy for you humping it, well you are an idiot! You say you are from Kentucky, well you are an idiot. You want to sell it to get an engagement ring and give it to a cunt, well you are an idiot!

 

[xdeano]

Re: Rifle is too heavy and expensive, come talk to

Ok, here is some advice that was given to me before I was married.

"Buy all your toys now, because after you get married, the money is all hers."

Another one "Have as much sex as you can before you get married. Because after you get married it gets cut off."

And another "If you put a penny in a jar every time you had sex before you were married, and took a nickle out every time you had sex after you're married, you'd still end up with money in the jar."

Of course if you're Stan the jar is empty. But then again Stan forgot how it went and was adding nickles to the jar to begin with and has been taking pennies out, and it's still empty. Lucky bastard.

With all that said, it's a tough decision. When I bought my wifes wedding ring i also bought a scope to offset the deal. It worked out. But if you need the money giving a little bit will hold huge dividends in the future.

xdeano

 

[MontanaMarine]

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I'd say leave your rifle as is, and pick up a lighter rig for traipsin' around in the woods.

 

[Black-X]

Re: Rifle is too heavy and expensive, come talk to me

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: BHP9</div><div class="ubbcode-body">

Take a look at my setup at the bottom of my post. It looks awesome, shoots awesome, and most people agree that it's pretty awesome.

<span style="color: #FF0000"><span style="font-weight: bold">However, it's heavy as crap </span></span>and I've got a bunch of cash in it. I'm seriously considering selling the AICS along with the NF NXS and going to something like a 700p HS precision take off stock, stock bottom metal which I have just bought, and maybe a Super Sniper 10x.

I figure it will weigh a lot less, I won't get too upset if it takes a few hits should I take it into the woods, and I can put quite a bit of cash in my pocket (which will also help me get an engagement ring). But I have a couple questions..

-HS Precision 700p stock or something else? B&C maybe?

-Super Sniper is the only thing I can think of that is a GOOD scope in its pricerange. Yes or am I overlooking a good solid scope in this area?

We all know what opinions are like but I still would like to have your opinions. There aren't any tactical matches in my area and when we shoot, it's always informal. So, what say you?

Thanks!

-X

I know the above highlighted statement is a technical term , but how heavy?

Lose the can, chop the barrel to 20", weigh the bipod against a Harris (notched legs and 6-9" with swivel). Also remove the action and weigh the stock.

As for the scope, figure out what you are going to do the most and at what range, then look at the scope specs and make your decision from that.

Good luck.

</div></div>

Last time I checked it was well over 16 pounds unloaded, no sling, and without the suppressor.

-X

 

[Cigarcop]

Re: Rifle is too heavy and expensive, come talk to

Ahhh, Keep the rifle...it will never leave you

 

[MBass300]

Re: Rifle is too heavy and expensive, come talk to

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: dtac</div><div class="ubbcode-body">What about an engagement rifle? Instead of something that just sits there on her hand, give her something that she can use. Plus it will be something that you two can do together.


</div></div>I like the way you think. When my bride-to-be and I were shopping for wedding bands, she picked out a $2200 white gold and diamond band for herself. I,on the other hand, not being a big jewelry person, opted for a $40 plain titanium band, since just about everything I do (work and play) is condusive to ruining a nice ring. I explained to her that she should have a nice ring because jewelry is something she really likes, and it would have great meaning to her. With mine, the important thing to her is that I wear it, and I would be more comfortable wearing an inexpensive ring on a daily basis.
I also explained that in the same way she likes jewelry, I like guns, and since I was only spending $40 on a ring, that I should get a "Wedding Gun", because that would have great meaning to me.
She still married me, and I got my "love gun".
Now at Christmas time or birthdays or anniversary time, she can buy me parts for it ( a stock, trigger,etc...)
The great thing is, if money ever gets tight, that is one rig she can never ask me to sell. I'm a lucky guy!
To the OP, Congradulations, and good luck.

 

[E3C3H3O3]

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I love this place, what a great thread full of even better advice, sell the fiance for another rifle,,,LMAO,,,,keep the rifle it will never leave you,,,,LMAO,,,,,for my serious opinion I would keep the rifle as is, if it's shooting great,,,,buy a cheap stick with a cheap scope and use that for running through the woods

 

[KYS]

Re: Rifle is too heavy and expensive, come talk to

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: nock</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Black-X, if you get ride of the rifle you are an idiot...it's too heavy for you humping it, well you are an idiot! You say you are from Kentucky, well you are an idiot. You want to sell it to get an engagement ring and give it to a cunt, well you are an idiot! </div></div>

wow. so your calling people from kentucky idiots I see? Aren't you from the state that claimed it was going to be the most dominant in college sports?

who's the idiot now?

 

[jml403]

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+1K DO NOT SELL THE RIFLE. Instead do your research on diamonds big time, you wouldnt buy a car without extensive research would you? You will find out that Bluenile.com has the best prices on high quality diamonds. I saved thousands by shopping there and ended up with an IF diamond perfect in every way and far cheaper than crap rated diamonds of the same size at local and chain jewelry stores.

PS The ladies nowadays love princess cut and platinum!

 

[MBass300]

Re: Rifle is too heavy and expensive, come talk to me

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Usmc242</div><div class="ubbcode-body">If you get rid of this, you will regret it. Everytime you get in a fight with your wife, you will hold it over her head. "Bitch, I sold my AICS and NF to buy you this ring!!!!!!" Then she will throw it at you and say, "F**k your ring". Now your sleeping on the couch with a $5000 ring and a rifle that use to resemble your manhood. Just saying...... It might have happened to me before. Good luck buddy!!!

P.S. Congratulations on the engagement. </div></div>
My heart goes out to you.

 

[CamelSpider]

Re: Rifle is too heavy and expensive, come talk to

dont sell the rifle...go with synthetic stones. $250 for a great ring. Rings

 

[ASIPLEASE]

Re: Rifle is too heavy and expensive, come talk to me

Savage makes one that is much lighter and shoots farther.

 

[zenbiker]

Re: Rifle is too heavy and expensive, come talk to

Just sell me your rifle, suppressor and all. Then go buy whatever you want, start from scratch. PM me.

 

[Cigarcop]

Re: Rifle is too heavy and expensive, come talk to

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: nock</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Black-X, if you get ride of the rifle you are an idiot...it's too heavy for you humping it, well you are an idiot! You say you are from Kentucky, well you are an idiot. You want to sell it to get an engagement ring and give it to a cunt, well you are an idiot! </div></div>

Wow, I missed that one...little harsh, don't you think

 

[KUSA]

Re: Rifle is too heavy and expensive, come talk to

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Cigarcop</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: nock</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Black-X, if you get ride of the rifle you are an idiot...it's too heavy for you humping it, well you are an idiot! You say you are from Kentucky, well you are an idiot. You want to sell it to get an engagement ring and give it to a cunt, well you are an idiot! </div></div>

Wow, I missed that one...little harsh, don't you think

</div></div>
Maybe its just tough love.

 

[Black-X]

Re: Rifle is too heavy and expensive, come talk to

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 1ZNUF</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Just sell me your rifle, suppressor and all. Then go buy whatever you want, start from scratch. PM me. </div></div>

Wow, I really appreciate the offer but this barreled action has been way too good to me to sell off. Seriously. I mean, I had it cut to 22", recrowned, and threaded and it shoots like a custom build.

-X

 

[ASIPLEASE]

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An LTR is tough to beat at it's own game,when weighing bang for the buck in conjunction with practical utility.

I abhor blued metal,but choices are easy when there are none.

 

[Onemoretime]

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I've got a 26" PSS barreled action in a short action M24 stock with Badger M5 bottom metal and 5 round mag. She weights 10.4 pounds without scope,rings, and sling.

About 14lbs even with TAB sling, Premier 3-15 and Atlas bipod with Seekins SRS.

 

[ASIPLEASE]

Re: Rifle is too heavy and expensive, come talk to

Bitching or bragging?

 

[Onemoretime]

Re: Rifle is too heavy and expensive, come talk to

Bragging... I think she's a light weight. The scope is burly.

 

[Nateeight]

Re: Rifle is too heavy and expensive, come talk to

I agree it is heavy as shit. I don't know what they were thinking building that rifle that heavy. Supposed to be for field use apparently.

I've humped it a couple weeks, dragged it while stalking and crap and yea it gets heavy. You might not be using it enough for your body to get used to the weight. Also a good sling setup will help a ton with this. Your arms won't get smoked.

I got used to the weight, but when I'd pick up other's m700s they felt like twigs. Shooting from standing is hell and unsupported (cept for sling) prone was retarded because of the weight.

The only thing I can see being an advantage is the folding stock. Great for transport (I have a shorty storm i3100) and shooting from awkward positions that require the stock to be folded. But if you're just hunting and not practicing field craft then yea that rifle is too expensive and heavy as shit.

Nice thing about it is when I gouge the stock, a little sand paper and paint and it disappears.

AI bipods look euro gay. The harris is lighter and you can grip the shit out of it while shooting movers at funky angles because it's closer to the body. Dudes were right about the 6" to 9" harris.

Yes I lift weights and also masturbate a lot so yea, I'm in shape.

 

[mtechgunman]

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Big mistake in selling the rifle to fund an engagement ring, IMHO.

And I'm not against marriage. You will regret selling the rifle, this much I can promise you.

 

[exedotbat]

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Check out McMillan's website for the stocks they have in stock
http://www.mcmfamily.com/mcmillan-specials-remington.php

They have some HTG stocks that might work for you, I picked up the 2135 for 375.00

 

[cbrokes1]

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X,

I recently sold my best rifle in order to pay for an engagement ring to buy her a ring that SHE wanted....best decision I ever made. She loves the ring and I'm happy that she is happy. I figured you can always buy another rifle down the road, but sometimes you just have to bite the bullet to make the ole girl happy. You won't regret it, save some money and do a build the way you want to when you can afford it and you will be happy. I'm already starting to save up some cash for a build on a hunting rig as we speak. My fiance didn't ask me to sell the rifle or bitch when I want to go shoot or hunt, thats what made the decision to sell my rifle to buy a ring so easy. Make her happy without being miserable and things will work out. Just my .02 cents.

Chad

 

[jeffersonv]

Re: Rifle is too heavy and expensive, come talk to

Sure things.
Death, taxes, and
Selling nice firearms = future regret.

 

[kingston]

Re: Rifle is too heavy and expensive, come talk to

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: MinorDamage</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Black-X</div><div class="ubbcode-body">This is one heck of a shooting rig that I've shot 1/3moa with on more than one occasion </div></div>

If it shoots that well now, don't put in in another stock. Start eating Ramen and save for the ring.

Josh</div></div>

x2!

 

[The Shootist]

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Rings? Rings?? If you have to sell it at least invest the money is a balls transplant?

 

[MBass300]

Re: Rifle is too heavy and expensive, come talk to me

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Black-X</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Take a look at my setup at the bottom of my post. It looks awesome, shoots awesome, and most people agree that it's pretty awesome.

However, it's heavy as crap and I've got a bunch of cash in it. I'm seriously considering selling the AICS along with the NF NXS and going to something like a 700p HS precision take off stock, stock bottom metal which I have just bought, and maybe a Super Sniper 10x.

I figure it will weigh a lot less, I won't get too upset if it takes a few hits should I take it into the woods, and I can put quite a bit of cash in my pocket (which will also help me get an engagement ring). But I have a couple questions..

-HS Precision 700p stock or something else? B&C maybe?

-Super Sniper is the only thing I can think of that is a GOOD scope in its pricerange. Yes or am I overlooking a good solid scope in this area?

We all know what opinions are like but I still would like to have your opinions. There aren't any tactical matches in my area and when we shoot, it's always informal. So, what say you?

Thanks!

-X

</div></div>

Hey Black-X,
Don't keep us in suspense! What did you decide to do?
Please tell me that magnificent rifle is still in one piece?

 

[deadjustice]

Re: Rifle is too heavy and expensive, come talk to me

I wouldn't sell the rifle. But at the same time don't go cheap on your ring either. Somebody posted that a woman to share your life with is priceless and I agree. if you are stuck in a rut you have to ask what do you love more? A good woman will enrichen your life in many ways. Any which way, I wish you the best of luck and let us know how it goes.