Seekins HAVAK Precision Rifle

[Gobears16]

Between those three options you’ll have to decide what your plan is to do with the rifle. To hunt open country out west for deer and elk the 6.5 PRC. If you plan to bang steel I’d go with 6CM. If you plan on steel and keep shots at big (elk, deer) game under 500yds I’d go with 6.5CM.... all three cartridges can kill animals and bang steel, some are better suited at than others at each.... that’s just my opinion. I’m sure people will have different opinions. Lots of ways to get it done haha

 

[thomas abbott]

I have a 40% off coupon for $250 to seekins if anyone is interested.

do you still have any coupons are they valid

 

[DROWN]

Got the call from my FFL that I could pick up my Havak Bravo at 16:10 today. Just got back home. No rifle. Virginia State Police background check website was down. We waited for an hour with no luck. Will go back to pick it up on Wednesday. Handled the rifle. Barrel is nice and heavy. Bolt was a bit stiff. This is my third Bravo chassis so no surprise there. Ranges are all still closed and my 200 rds of 6.5 PRC factory ammo haven’t shipped so...like I told my FFL. No rush.

 

[GSRswapandslow]

TL/DR
is there anyway to get it without the hideous barrel flutes?

 

[TurdFerguson]

TL/DR
is there anyway to get it without the hideous barrel flutes?

The Havak Bravo doesn't have them. Cabelas has the havoks in a magpul stock without the barrel flutes. One of these I may start there and ditch the stock.

 

[Newbie2020]

I have the Havak in the Magpul stock in 6.5 CM, and a buddy has the PH2 and Havak Bravo both in 6.5PRC. All three shoot half MOA, run smooth, and like Hornady ELD-X 143 gr factory ammo.

 

[DROWN]

 

[DROWN]

Anyone replace the trigger on their Havak Bravos? Any issues there?

 

[Dooby]

Anyone replace the trigger on their Havak Bravos? Any issues there?

I had installed a TT Diamond, and the safety wouldn't go back all the way. Had to file some of that area out. Worked fine after.

 

[thomas abbott]

do you still have any coupons are they valid

how for the coupon ph 304 588 3917

 

[thomas abbott]

how for the coupon ph 304 588 3917

how much for the coupon ph 304 588 3917

 

[Rolltide]

I've read through this trying to help a friend who wants a rifle that could be a good value for a hunting and one that could double as a range toy and the occasional PRS style match.

He's decided on 6mm Creedmoor as he doesn't have anything in that caliber and will only shoot factory ammo. He's not the least bit interested in hand loading and shoots factory ammo through everything from his 700's to his AI.

I'm so deep in the rimfire world, that I don't shoot centerfires much at all anymore, so I was happy to find this thread.

For the $1700 or so that these seem to run, at least right now at Cabela's, is there anything else out there that would be a better fit for his intended purpose? Outside of the AI, he's a traditional stock shooter, so the factory carbon stock is what he's talked about the most.

I see similar options from Christensen ( BA Tactical ) but there pricing is a higher and get mixed reviews on accuracy. Bergara and Browning have some options as well.

Basically, looking for any and all advice on factory rifles for these options.

Thanks in advance...

 

[clark33]

I've read through this trying to help a friend who wants a rifle that could be a good value for a hunting and one that could double as a range toy and the occasional PRS style match.

He's decided on 6mm Creedmoor as he doesn't have anything in that caliber and will only shoot factory ammo. He's not the least bit interested in hand loading and shoots factory ammo through everything from his 700's to his AI.

I'm so deep in the rimfire world, that I don't shoot centerfires much at all anymore, so I was happy to find this thread.

For the $1700 or so that these seem to run, at least right now at Cabela's, is there anything else out there that would be a better fit for his intended purpose? Outside of the AI, he's a traditional stock shooter, so the factory carbon stock is what he's talked about the most.

I see similar options from Christensen ( BA Tactical ) but there pricing is a higher and get mixed reviews on accuracy. Bergara and Browning have some options as well.

Basically, looking for any and all advice on factory rifles for these options.

Thanks in advance...

I have a PH1 in 6cm and it shoots 1/2MOA all day with hornady match ammo. Shoots the Precision Hunter almost as well but the SD's are lower on the match stuff. I don't think he'll regret it.

 

[clark33]

This was at 200 yards with the PH1 6 Creedmoor Hornady Match ammo

 

[Gobears16]

I have to agree with Clark. My 6creed PH1 is a hammer with the Hornady eldm at 3030fps and SD in the 8-10 range. Shot this group at 600 the other day.

 

[Rolltide]

Thanks guys!

Who knows, I may get a wild hair and order one for me when he orders his...

 

[Gobears16]

Thanks guys!

Who knows, I may get a wild hair and order one for me when he orders his...

You can't leave your buddy hanging... its the gentlemen thing to do.

 

[Thecelt]

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Looks good, did you shoot it yet?

 

[DROWN]

Looks good, did you shoot it yet?

Not yet. All the ranges around here have been closed since I got it. But ammo is ready to go. Scope too. Will hopefully get it out to 1000 yards at Peacemaker in WV in May.

 

[Thecelt]

Not yet. All the ranges around here have been closed since I got it. But ammo is ready to go. Scope too. Will hopefully get it out to 1000 yards at Peacemaker in WV in May.

Looking forward to reading about it. Ive been tempted to try out a havak bravo but not completely sold on it yet.

 

[Newbie2020]

These are two groups from a buddy’s Seekins Havak PH2 and Seekins Havak Bravo both in 6.5PRC shooting Hornady 143 ELD-X.

 

[Schamsy33]

I have a couple 25% codes good through July 1, 2020. PM me if interested.
Thanks

 

[Newbie2020]

Dang! Where do you guys get these codes?!

 

[Wormydog1724]

Any info on getting a replacement barrel? I think my 6.5CM HAvak Pro HP1 is about done, nearing 3,000 of 'warm' reloads. The lands have moved about .06", not sure if that's a ton but the groups certainly aren't what they were for the first 2,500 rounds or so. Can't load any closer to the lands because I'm already at mag length.

 

[Newbie2020]

I’m no help but I’m encouraged to know you’ve got at least 2,500 rounds of accurate life. I also have a 6.5cm HP1

 

[Wormydog1724]

I’m no help but I’m encouraged to know you’ve got at least 2,500 rounds of accurate life. I also have a 6.5cm HP1

I mean it's still good even nearing 3k, good enough for me honestly. I'm just wanting to plan for the eventuality of a new barrel.

 

[waspocrew]

Any info on getting a replacement barrel? I think my 6.5CM HAvak Pro HP1 is about done, nearing 3,000 of 'warm' reloads. The lands have moved about .06", not sure if that's a ton but the groups certainly aren't what they were for the first 2,500 rounds or so. Can't load any closer to the lands because I'm already at mag length.

If it were me, I’d have Straight Jacket Armory spin up a prefit.

Seekins HAVAK prefit barrel - Straight Jacket Armory

chambered barrel for Seekins Havak rifles

straightjacketarmory.com

 

[JS/]

Since you're conversing on the Havak... a couple of months ago, I gave myself one for a retirement gift, the Havak Pro Hunter II. I didn't really want spiral fluting, but it has grown on me to the point that I don't mind it now. I am very interested in 6.5 Creedmore, but since I have been set up for handloading .308 Win. for years, that is what I went with. The bare rifle with magazine and supplied scope rail was 7 pounds. My goal was to keep the loaded rifle with optics at 9 pounds. With a Nightforce NXS 2.5-10x42, Seekins low rings, five rounds in the box and a simple nylon sling, this rifle ended up at 9 pounds, 1 oz. It's just about perfect.

To get on paper, I just used some Gold Medal Federal Match 168s and some hand loads for another rifle. This rifle is super. Five hole groups were clustered in the .5 to .6 range. Some old 1966 L.C. match 173 gr. rounds were slightly over an inch. I'm still waiting for decent weather to continue with this rifle, but initially...I am delighted with it.

I had to hunt for a bore guide, and finally bought a Sinclair unit from Brownells. Look for one that is .785 inch diameter. For .308, it is item #749002869. This fits the Dewey nylon coated rods for .27-.30 caliber. There's probably a different number for the smaller 6.5 bore size.

 

[Gobears16]

Any info on getting a replacement barrel? I think my 6.5CM HAvak Pro HP1 is about done, nearing 3,000 of 'warm' reloads. The lands have moved about .06", not sure if that's a ton but the groups certainly aren't what they were for the first 2,500 rounds or so. Can't load any closer to the lands because I'm already at mag length.

I’d just send it back to Seekins. I called a couple weeks ago about getting a new barrel and they quoted me $500 chambered w/ threaded muzzle. I’m not sure what the profits are from straight jacket.

 

[Wormydog1724]

I’d just send it back to Seekins. I called a couple weeks ago about getting a new barrel and they quoted me $500 chambered w/ threaded muzzle. I’m not sure what the profits are from straight jacket.

I reached out to Seekins and they quoted me $600

 

[melglass]

Shot three more Seekins rifles today first rounds down range in each. 3 shot groups.

308 Element Steiner 4-16x56 Harvester suppressor. Just shot some ammo I had around.
150 Win pp. sucked ass. 2in at 100
165 Win ballistic ST. Not much better 3.23 at 200
155 Nosler with IMR4895 pull down that I loaded about 15 years ago. 1.5 at 200 for 4 shots. Called a shot on that group so fired the 4th. The three good shots .75.

Havak PH1 6mm #1 Athlon Ares BTR no suppressor
Hornady Black. .75 At 200
Hornady match .9 at 200

Havak PH1 6mm #2 first run gun. SWFA 16x no suppressor
Hornady Black .9 at 100
Hornady Black 1.9 at 200
Hornady Match 2.1 at 200
All groups strung vertically 1/4 to 1/2 wide on this gun

 

[Wormydog1724]

I guess the Havak isn’t quite ready for a new barrel after all.
Decent enough for me. Still not thrilled with the Bergers tho.

 

[Gobears16]

I guess the Havak isn’t quite ready for a new barrel after all.
Decent enough for me. Still not thrilled with the Bergers tho. View attachment 7310578View attachment 7310579View attachment 7310580View attachment 7310581View attachment 7310582

Could careless about those great groups. Let’s talk about that stock!!! Foundation? What specs? Sweet rifle and let that barrel keep spitting lead, lots of life still left.

 

[Wormydog1724]

Could careless about those great groups. Let’s talk about that stock!!! Foundation? What specs? Sweet rifle and let that barrel keep spitting lead, lots of life still left.

Foundation Stocks Exodus with KMW mk-1 dbm.

 

[DROWN]

Not yet. All the ranges around here have been closed since I got it. But ammo is ready to go. Scope too. Will hopefully get it out to 1000 yards at Peacemaker in WV in May.

Today was the day. Peacemaker is amazing. Got it out to 1011 yards and shot at steel from ~475 yards out and up. This rifle is a shooter. With an Athlon Ares BTR I was regular hitting targets on first shot while building up my DOPE. Had been on the fence about keeping it after a couple trips to the 100 yard range but it’s definitely a keeper.

 

[TheBigCountry]

Has anyone compared the havak action to a Bighorn? If so, what’s the verdict?

 

[SouthFLShootin]

Has anyone compared the havak action to a Bighorn? If so, what’s the verdict?

I have a seekins Havak Bravo. If I were going to pony up $1200 on a custom action, the seekins wouldn't be the one. Just my opinion though...

 

[JMS904]

Good opinion, there are amazing options out there for that money. I love the Seekins as a great bolt action rifle option for the money but as far as just the action is concerned for $1200 hell no.
Considering you can get one of those nifty 25% off Seekins coupons for $30-50 here on the PX and buy an entire bravo or PH2 for around $1400 brand new direct...just saying.

 

[clark33]

Picked up my PH2 300wm today. Got it scoped up and on paper. First 200yd zero group wasn’t bad. Shooting Berger ammo 215 hybrid at 2850. Ear plug for reference

 

[JMS904]

How’s the recoil on that, which muzzle break?

 

[Prebanpaul]

@clark33 where did you buy it from. If it was factory, what was your lead time.

 

[Gobears16]

@clark33 that looks like a .75 moa group for the first couple rounds down the rifle. I’d be happy knowing that it’s probably only going to get better.

 

[clark33]

How’s the recoil on that, which muzzle break?

I put a Area419 Hellfire on it, rifle with scope weighs right at 10lbs, recoil was similar to non-braked 308

@clark33 where did you buy it from. If it was factory, what was your lead time.

I bought it from classifieds on another forum, it was unfired, guy decided to go another route

@clark33 that looks like a .75 moa group for the first couple rounds down the rifle. I’d be happy knowing that it’s probably only going to get better.

Yes I’m very pleased, pretty noticeable heatwaves even at 200, took it out to 570yd and center punched an 8” steel plate first shot. Really happy to see it shoots just like my PH1 6cm. I’ll always vouch for Seekins

 

[Gobears16]

I put a Area419 Hellfire on it, rifle with scope weighs right at 10lbs, recoil was similar to non-braked 308

I bought it from classifieds on another forum, it was unfired, guy decided to go another route

Yes I’m very pleased, pretty noticeable heatwaves even at 200, took it out to 570yd and center punched an 8” steel plate first shot. Really happy to see it shoots just like my PH1 6cm. I’ll always vouch for Seekins

like you I’m huge fan of the seekins 6cm. I see a few Seekins in my future.

 

[clark33]

I also bumped the trigger down to 2lbs right off the bat too. Timney hunter is crisp

 

[Mooseknuckles]

I just ordered a havak bravo from my lgs. They will have it in at the end of the month. Can some one confirm that they do come with the timney 510. If so has anyone changed it out to a trigger tech or did you just run the timney?
thanks.

 

[S_R]

Took PH2 7mm rem mag To the range.
Copper Creek 168 VLD average speed spread 6 fps
Hornady 162 ELDX average speed spread 80 fps
HSM 168 VLD average speed speed 40fps (but experienced Half a box of light strike)
Then I drop my magnetospeed On concrete. And after Federal 150sp shows 3700fps with average speed spread 20fps.

 

[Gobears16]

I just ordered a havak bravo from my lgs. They will have it in at the end of the month. Can some one confirm that they do come with the timney 510. If so has anyone changed it out to a trigger tech or did you just run the timney?
thanks.

I left my timney in my 6cm and adjusted it down to just under 2lbs. I've had other timney's in other rifles but this one is great. crisp and very, if any, over travel. i like the wide shoe and for me is very consistent. If i didnt like it i'd swap it out and actually planned on it, but so far its been great. My advice is to adjust it as low as you can and see how you like it. If you dont, sell it and buy a TT or something else.

 

[Mooseknuckles]

My Seekins HAVAK Bravo showed up today.
The trigger in the rifle isn’t the timney 510. It turns out the new havak rifles come the Timney elite hunter. I pulled the action and adjusted it down to 2 pounds and I am very happy with it.
The action is a bit gritty but I’m sure it will smooth out with use. So far I am happy with the rifle.
We will see how she shoots in the next couple weeks.
I definitely need to install some lop spacers. It is very short for me.
I’m 6”3 and have long arms

 

[Gobears16]

My Seekins HAVAK Bravo showed up today.
The trigger in the rifle isn’t the timney 510. It turns out the new havak rifles come the Timney elite hunter. I pulled the action and adjusted it down to 2 pounds and I am very happy with it.
The action is a bit gritty but I’m sure it will smooth out with use. So far I am happy with the rifle.
We will see how she shoots in the next couple weeks.
I definitely need to install some lop spacers. It is very short for me.
I’m 6”3 and have long arms
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Well I suggest your rape that action a few 1000 times while you wait to go to the range. My 6cm was a little rough but its like glass now. I run the action 20-1 when I’m at the range. It just keeps getting smoother. That action feeds so smooth that my friends that shoot the rifle think the action missed picking up the round. I love these rifles!!