varmint set up.

[pavarmint215]

hi, i am new to this board as well as long range shooting. i have a few questions regarding using one of two rifles i presently own to set up for long range shooting. being new to the whole concept i will be looking to start at 300+ yds. and progressing outward as my skill and wallet allow.

my first question is witch of my 06 rifles to use. i am commited to one of these rifles, one, i am into them cheap. i have a weatherby mk v from the 80s. and a rem. 700bdl from the 70s. both in 30-06 two is im into them both cheap. the 700 has been my go to deer rifle for the past 20 yrs so im a bit mor attached to that then the mk v i just picked up in like new condition for 500. i think i could warm up to it for deer and general big game hunting but i like the action better for powerful loads

what would one suggest for stocks, optics ? would a compensator help. i figure if i can get into it for under 1200 with decent optics it might make sense.? would improving one of these rifles with an/and/or upgraded stock , optics, bi-pod and maybe a muzzle break build me a better platform then i could " buy off the shelf? optics excluded of course.

i have been a firearms enthusiast since a young man and am familiar with most types of firearms and own many. i have taken game at well over 150 yrds and posses basic rifle shooting ability. having said that in pa, from whence i hail. we dont often have occasion to shoot long distances. thanks for looking at this long ass post and for any suggestions, jim.

 

[head2h2o]

Re: varmint set up.

I will go ahead and say it because I know someone else will if I don't. The search function is your friend.

With the 2 options that you have available to you, I would go with the Rem 700 to develop into a long range shooting rifle. The Weatherby is just not a platform that you will see many long range rifles built off of. The Rem 700 has many more aftermarket options available for it as well and will be easier to find an aftermarket stock for.

As for stocks and optics, how much are you looking to spend? You can get into a $300 Super Sniper or a $3200 Schmidt and Bender. The more info that you can give with specifics, the better, but again, spending some more time looking through some of the threads and at the various dealers websites may help you better make a decision.

Before you spend money building up a new rifle, I would look at the cost of off the shelf options from Remington and Savage. A little time on their website will give you a few options to choose from. This is probably a better route. Rifles with standard hunting contour barrels are not generally used for long range, especially if you are going to be shooting multiple rounds in each string of fire. A new rifle can be purchased with heavy contour barrel.

 

[wfjames22]

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I would sell the Weatherby and buy a Remington sps varmint or sps tactical in 308. If you sell the Weatherby for the $500 you have in it, you will be out less than $100 switching to one of the one's I suggested. $200 for a used HS stock or a Bell and Carlson, and you still have $900 out of your $1200 to spend on a scope/base/rings. I would go with a Viper PST 6-24x50, EGW 20moa base and TPS rings for this budget.

IMHO, you would have a lot better package than tinkering with a sporter barreled 700 '06 or even worse a Weatherby.

 

[Who Dat]

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I would have to agree, Remington has some good rebates on their SPS and varmint models. Depending who you purchase them from you could walk out the door with two rifles for under $750.

 

[pavarmint215]

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good advice all around. thanks. its nice to be able to think out loud

 

[CCCCanuck]

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Where can I find info on these rebates?

 

[clj94104]

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Look at my thread I started recently. A LOT of advice. We are in the same boat my friend. http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=2612187#Post2612187

 

[Overflow10]

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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: CCCCanuck</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Where can I find info on these rebates? </div></div>

If it is this rebate then I think the SPS Varmint rebate expired 5/31???

http://www.remington.com/pages/news-and-...teRoundup1.aspx

 

[clj94104]

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HS-Precision Stock PST-012 - $319.00, Harris Engineering 1A2-L S $68.08, EGW 20moa base $29.90. Those prices are all with shipping. If you want links, let me know. I decided on the same scope as suggested by wfjames22, Vortex Viper PST 6-24x 50mm SFP, $749... you should be able to hit up to 1000 yards with A LOT of practice....

 

[clj94104]

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The Dick's by me is honoring my rebate a little later because their stickers still said it was good, and the salesman that helped me, and his manager, both told me it was good. Something to think about... I actually have to mail it into Dick's not Remington... so it might be through them?

 

[clj94104]

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By the way for a high quality stock for a price that isn't borderline robbery, I have to say HS-Precision is the way to go. McMillan is nice if funds are endless....

 

[Who Dat]

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Dicks is the place for great Remington deals!

 

[thewileyone]

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I have found that by going to some of the local gun stores and having what I want ordered, I have got better prices that way. Yes, there are exceptions when one of the large suppliers is having a blow out sale but all in all I try to shop locally as much possible. Like everyone else, I prefer Remington with heavier/ varmint style barrels and replace with a custom barrel when you shoot it out. I also know a few guys that bought Savage's and are very happy with them.

Another option is check gunbroker or the classifieds here on the Hide and see wait for a deal to show up that will fit your needs... save some $ that way and pay your local FFL a transfer fee.