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[TMB 1]

I just Wasn't thinking too deeply when I said that, but that is an option, But I am probably going to go for the short action 6.5 Creedmore, possibly a long action 270 depending on if I find a good deal or trade for something.

I do want a 700 and have a CZ 550 Kevlar Varmint with heavy Target barrel, blued 24" barrel sitting on an HS Precision stock with a single set triggerchambered in .308 Win for trade.

It'll be a benchrest tactical"cool" gun.


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With a long action 280 Remington would be better.

[Cpl_T-Pot]

If you want a target/longrange gun and already have a 308, a 6.5 Creedmoor is the most logical solution.
A 270 is a great hunting cartridge, but not such a good longrange/target cartridge.
This is because of the lack of target bullets/ammo available for it.

Define a budget and then we can figure out your comfort level and make parts recommendations.

When ordering a mcmillian stock, is it ideal to order a basic inlet or a full inlet stock?


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[ar15barrels]

When ordering a mcmillian stock, is it ideal to order a basic inlet or a full inlet stock?

Order a full inlet.
Few shops do a full inletting jobs from a blank or basic inlet.
Before you order the stock, decide on the reciever.
There are small differences that effect the inlet.
Things like a side bolt stop or the length/height of the ejection port in the reciever.

Start with the action and work from there.
Once you know what barrel contour you have, then you can order an inletted stock.

[Cpl_T-Pot]

Order a full inlet.

Few shops do a full inletting jobs from a blank or basic inlet.

Before you order the stock, decide on the reciever.

There are small differences that effect the inlet.

Things like a side bolt stop or the length/height of the ejection port in the reciever.



Start with the action and work from there.

Once you know what barrel contour you have, then you can order an inletted stock.

Awesome thank you


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[ar15barrels]

[Cpl_T-Pot]

Lol, no ****. Noted


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[BillyGoatMachine]

Definitely call a smith to go over what you are trying to achieve. I believe member "Kendog" is also in the Bay area and knows his stuff. I'm around 3 hours north of the Bay area if you like scenic drives.

[rock3ralex]

Order a full inlet.
Few shops do a full inletting jobs from a blank or basic inlet.
Before you order the stock, decide on the reciever.
There are small differences that effect the inlet.
Things like a side bolt stop or the length/height of the ejection port in the reciever.

Start with the action and work from there.
Once you know what barrel contour you have, then you can order an inletted stock.

Great advice. Randal definitely knows what he's talking about. Also look into grayboe stocks. Similar to mcmillian at half the cost. Different materials.

[sigstroker]

I just Wasn't thinking too deeply when I said that, but that is an option, But I am probably going to go for the short action 6.5 Creedmore, possibly a long action 270 depending on if I find a good deal or trade for something.

I do want a 700 and have a CZ 550 Kevlar Varmint with heavy Target barrel, blued 24" barrel sitting on an HS Precision stock with a single set triggerchambered in .308 Win for trade.

It'll be a benchrest tactical"cool" gun.


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Sounds like the rifle you have is already pretty cool. Why not just get a Proof Research barrel for it in 6.5 Creedmoor? You don't even have to change the bolt.

[divingin]

Definitely call a smith to go over what you are trying to achieve. I believe member "Kendog" is also in the Bay area and knows his stuff. I'm around 3 hours north of the Bay area if you like scenic drives.

Kendog is up in the gold country, isn't he?

[kendog4570]

Kendog is up in the gold country, isn't he?

Yep. Oakhurst CA to be exact. I am an 01 FFL so shipping is OK.
PTG sells a "blueprinted", whatever that is, Rem 700 short with a mag bolt face and mini 16 extractor that will work fine for 300 WSM, if you want 300 Mag performance in a short action. If available, best to set that caliber up with Badger type bottom metal and AICS type mags. With a Wyatts hunting type box you only get two round capacity, and spotty feeding.

[ar15barrels]

PTG sells a "blueprinted", whatever that is, Rem 700

It's trued WITHOUT opening up the threads or the receiver bore.
How they magically get the threads straight to the bore that they do not line ream is a mystery to me.

[sigstroker]

Just out of curiosity how do you "fix" threads? Like make them tighter or better aligned?

Weld more metal on it and re-cut everything?

[LynnJr]

https://youtu.be/hYnjRvT6t44

Watch all the videos by sgr218 he is one of the all time best and has a good voice for videos. He explains why and the order. Most of the other YouTube experts are a waste of money because they don't understand why each operation is important or what it does.
Stan is no longer gunsmithing and the video quality is dated but his rifles are known shooters.
To answer your specific question factory threads are only off a very small amount so oversized threads are cut and the barrel tenon is then also cut with larger in diameter threads. A factory barrel would be a sloppy/loose fit if used.

I also would highly recommend Skkeeter at Billy Goat Machine if you can drive north a few hours. He just barreled up a 338 Lapua Ackley Improved and a 338 Norma Ackley Improved for me a couple weeks ago. I am waiting on a bolt and he will be doing a third 338 for me.

[Cpl_T-Pot]

https://youtu.be/hYnjRvT6t44

Watch all the videos by sgr218 he is one of the all time best and has a good voice for videos. He explains why and the order. Most of the other YouTube experts are a waste of money because they don't understand why each operation is important or what it does.
Stan is no longer gunsmithing and the video quality is dated but his rifles are known shooters.
To answer your specific question factory threads are only off a very small amount so oversized threads are cut and the barrel tenon is then also cut with larger in diameter threads. A factory barrel would be a sloppy/loose fit if used.

I also would highly recommend Skkeeter at Billy Goat Machine if you can drive north a few hours. He just barreled up a 338 Lapua Ackley Improved and a 338 Norma Ackley Improved for me a couple weeks ago. I am waiting on a bolt and he will be doing a third 338 for me.

Thanks I'll look into the videos, I appreciate the advice


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