Plainsman Steve.
03-09-2013, 09:44 PM
Hi Guys,
Just purchased my first savage rifle with the intent to build it.......So i figured i would join this forum and tap into all the knowledge that i'm sure is here.
Looking to build a nice hunting rifle that is accurate, On the lighter side in the weight department, And easy to carry since i walk a LOT when out hunting......I know, I'm asking for a lot out of one rifle.....I don't expect it to meet all of these goals perfectly, but would like to get as close as i can.
After much time studying ballistic charts and both reading reviews and talking to guys in person that have handled/loaded many different calibers, I have settled on 6.5x55 for my caliber to build the rifle in.
I scored a really nice(But still rough) stock that is actually fairly light and fits my hand really well(I have no idea who made it, Its not marked anywhere), So i should be set in the stock area.
My big question is what is generally considered to best route to go in the area of barrels........I've been looking at a Mcgowen barrel....Stainless, 24", 1X8 Twist, #4 Contour....Its listed at about 4lbs, so that shouldn't weigh the rifle down to badly.
What is your guys thoughts?
http://i127.photobucket.com/albums/p149/stevenrayspeck/Picture011_zps4ce2471d.jpg
http://i127.photobucket.com/albums/p149/stevenrayspeck/Picture012_zps0b65489f.jpg
Just purchased my first savage rifle with the intent to build it.......So i figured i would join this forum and tap into all the knowledge that i'm sure is here.
Looking to build a nice hunting rifle that is accurate, On the lighter side in the weight department, And easy to carry since i walk a LOT when out hunting......I know, I'm asking for a lot out of one rifle.....I don't expect it to meet all of these goals perfectly, but would like to get as close as i can.
After much time studying ballistic charts and both reading reviews and talking to guys in person that have handled/loaded many different calibers, I have settled on 6.5x55 for my caliber to build the rifle in.
I scored a really nice(But still rough) stock that is actually fairly light and fits my hand really well(I have no idea who made it, Its not marked anywhere), So i should be set in the stock area.
My big question is what is generally considered to best route to go in the area of barrels........I've been looking at a Mcgowen barrel....Stainless, 24", 1X8 Twist, #4 Contour....Its listed at about 4lbs, so that shouldn't weigh the rifle down to badly.
What is your guys thoughts?
http://i127.photobucket.com/albums/p149/stevenrayspeck/Picture011_zps4ce2471d.jpg
http://i127.photobucket.com/albums/p149/stevenrayspeck/Picture012_zps0b65489f.jpg