Precision Rifle Build

[RiskyBusiness]

Been wanting to step up from my first AR15 and was looking for something with a bit more bang than the 223. I noticed an ad at Cabelas for a Ruger Precision and I've seen how big the cases are of those creedmors so naturally it gave me a boner. I put together the AR and I'm open to putting together a build for this new rifle if the savings are quite large compared to C's price of $1300, maybe even less with discounts.


Anything important i should know or advice that can lead me in the right direction?
Also will any of the new laws regarding fixed stock,featureless etc apply to this since it will be a bolt action?

[hotrail]

Not sure the market has develop to the point where you build your own RP from components, the way you do an AR15.

If you want something to build, you could check out Remington 700s, where you can buy a barreled action and there is a huge aftermarket for stocks, etc. There is a separate website that is a Remington 700 forum that is a great source of info.

And the new laws don't apply because it is not semiautomatic..

[Jimmy's]

Get the Ruger and be done.

[k1dude]

You can get the RPR for $1,147 at Big 5 if you wait for a sale. Or you could use gift cards and Active Junky to get it at Cabelas for less than $1,300. But then you'll have to add in shipping and FFL fees.

I started acquiring components to build a custom when the RPR hit the market. I immediately abandoned my custom because I realized it would cost as much or (far) more than an RPR, but I wouldn't have to go through all the shopping, time, and assembling/gunsmithing hassles.

Get the Ruger and be done.

You'll learn the ropes with the RPR, and will likely never want for more. But if you really get into it and find the RPR lacking, the RPR will have taught you what you really want and THEN you can build the custom of your dreams.

[Guardian Mode]

Get the new Remington 700 aac-sd in 6.5 Creedmoor.
Drop it into the stock/chassis you like.
Put a decent mil/mil scope on it.
Done.

[tpfishnfool]

Easy say. RPR is a good start. Then the glass comes into play. Just remember to do your homework.
Welcome to the addition.

[RiskyBusiness]

You can get the RPR for $1,147 at Big 5 if you wait for a sale. Or you could use gift cards and Active Junky to get it at Cabelas for less than $1,300. But then you'll have to add in shipping and FFL fees.

I started acquiring components to build a custom when the RPR hit the market. I immediately abandoned my custom because I realized it would cost as much or (far) more than an RPR, but I wouldn't have to go through all the shopping, time, and assembling/gunsmithing hassles.

Get the Ruger and be done.

You'll learn the ropes with the RPR, and will likely never want for more. But if you really get into it and find the RPR lacking, the RPR will have taught you what you really want and THEN you can build the custom of your dreams.

would Cabelas ship a RP to CA?

[k1dude]

would Cabelas ship a RP to CA?

Yes.

[Rorge Retson]

https://gun.deals/search/apachesolr_search/736676180080

[NorCalFocus]

A custom built rifle vs any factory rifle are two different animals. A factory rifle at best will be a 1/2 MOA gun most of the time. While a well built custom will get you 1/2 MOA or better almost all the time.

I hear guys say all the time, the gun is more accurate than me. They think this because they'll get one really good group every now and then. Yet they never get behind a rifle that shoots good enough to really show them that they can shoot. With a custom rifle youll get 100% positive feedback with every shot fired. Not so much with a factory rifle.

If you can afford it and really want it, a custom rifle is the way to go. You don't have to spend $4k plus to get one either. You can out together a decent custom for about $2500.

[Rorge Retson]

Get the new Remington 700 aac-sd in 6.5 Creedmoor.
Drop it into the stock/chassis you like.
Put a decent mil/mil scope on it.
Done.

How viable/realistic/accurate is this?

[LHC30]

I'd call Randall (AR-15 Barrels) on the board. He has great info and lots of experience. Look in the "Long Distance Shooting" section for him and other info.

[Guardian Mode]

How viable/realistic/accurate is this?

Well, it's not out yet. But it looks like it will be pretty soon.
$680 or so for a Remington 700 in 6.5 Creedmoor
with a threaded, heavy 22" barrel gets you the most popular action in the most popular caliber.

The barrel will likely be good enough for 90% of shooters.
The secret is to just get it into a good, rigid chassis/stock.
And get a lighter trigger.

You can go MDT or XLR chassis for under $500,
but depending how you option them, they can add up.
Also, the cheaper ones have short forends.
A Grayboe Renegade/PTG Stealth/Kydex cheek riser combo is about $500.
Or a KRG XRay is $550.
A sweet deal is the AB Arms chassis for $630.
Check that one out, if you want the AR style handguard.
Or, go AICS or higher end.
The point is, there are many, many options for the R700.

Many trigger options, too, from nice to super hero.

[ExtremeX]

Get the new Remington 700 aac-sd in 6.5 Creedmoor.
Drop it into the stock/chassis you like.
Put a decent mil/mil scope on it.
Done.

Very cool, it's about time Remington offered the 6.5 CM in a factory chambering.

I might have to look into this option for myself... I already have a 308 in a chassis setup the way I like. It would be a drop-in upgrade at this point and without having to change any of my ergonomics or accessories.

[symbology]

Look up "Remage", with a few tools you can build that up yourself. I am not a fan of chassis with full rails on the front (like the RPR). I prefer the MDT HS3, or XLR Element. This also avoids the need to have a folding stock.

You can also look at the Savage BA Stealth. They can be had for under 900-$1K and are made with a version of the MDT LSS Chassis.

With the RPR, if you do not like the chassis you have one option, sell the entire rifle. With the Stealth, or a build your own.... you can sell off the chassis and drop your action in something else.