Seekins DMR in .223

[usda_beef]

Does anyone own this rifle? Im looking at buying this off the shelf for the quantified performance matches. Would like some feedback.

Side note, I called GA precision to see if they would build me their GAP-15 in .223 for the matches and they said they arnt stocking 223 bolts or barrels. I'd consider the GAP-15 in 6 arc but ive been told its a dying round and the bolts are breaking. Im not very interested in building my own gun or much tuning. Id prefer getting something off the shelf that works.

 

[wvfarrier]

I ran one for a while fantastic rifle. Seekins is, by far, my favorite brand.
Mine was supidly accurate with 64-77 grain projectile weights and was not picky about OAL or jump.

 

[Macht]

I'd consider the GAP-15 in 6 arc but ive been told its a dying round and the bolts are breaking.

First part of that is fake news and the second part is mostly due to the vast number of reloaders that load over max (intentional or not).

 

[346ci]

What distance are your targets going to be at? That would be a better question when trying to decide a caliber.

Seekins makes the DMR in 6arc also..

 

[usda_beef]

What distance are your targets going to be at? That would be a better question when trying to decide a caliber.

Seekins makes the DMR in 6arc also..

200-700 yards.

I have access to a 2 mile range near me that host PRS matches. I think 6arc wouldn’t be bad for the local matches either.

 

[346ci]

700yd is doable with some heavies out of a .223, would give you some great training on reading wind.

The 6arc would be much better at those distances and would be my choice.

 

[db2000]

I have many Seekins rifles. Only a couple small issues and Seekins rectified them quickly. Issues weren’t their fault but they helped me anyway. That meant a lot.
I have a 6ARC with a Proof barrel and matched JP HP bolt. Never any issues. I loaded too hot initially and since backed off. Still no issues for me. Anecdotal but sharing anyway. Great round, low recoil. Definitely recommend.