Savage Model 110 Long Range Build

[Hair_Boxers]

It is chambered in 30-06, The caliber has the capabilities of getting out to 1000, however i would like to do it with less recoil.
I will also be trying to attempt to shoot 1/2 moa groups at 100 yds. I have th ability to reload, however I would like to be able to buy factory ammo for it, if need be.

First choice for me would be the .243 Win.

Here's why:
- It's going to be a super light hitter compared to the 30-06 on the recoil front. 12lbs gun slinging 100 or 105gr bullets at just over 3100 fps (advertised) has roughly 5.75lbs free recoil. Same gun in 30-06 shooting 180's at 2800 is roughly 13.5lbs.
- Factory loads are common just about anywhere you might shop
- Huge variety of factory loads so you can get stuff for plinking, target shooting, long range, and even hunting varmints to deer sized game
- If/when you reload there is a ton of data out there for it and lots of bullets, brass, and powders that work really well
- Changes to your gun are minimal as you can use the same mag and bolt head. Just swap the barrel.
- Proven accurate without requiring a lot of effort usually

Second choice would be .308.

Here's why:
- it has all the benefits of the .243, but is going to throw off more recoil for a long range load (180's at 2600fps is 11 lbs free recoil)
- mil-surplus is an option for ammo as well as components if reloading

[Russmerle]

Your options are very limited with all of this. Let's start with the second part first. MDT tac sells the LSS and LSS-XL for the long action at 550. Over half your budget. Ooh, and it still needs an AR 15 buffer tube, $30, and a stock, which will cost what you want to pay. Say you just want it cheap, the a2 stock kit will get you going for $65-70, which comes with a buffer tube and stock. Then, you have to get the magazine, since chassis require a magazine. Best place is MDT tac, and its another $70.

So before you do anything with the rifle, just getting a usable chassis system is looking like $690 before shipping.

That leaves you very little cash to do anything else. You may want to look into a more classic style stock. I have just a pillar bedded hogue overmold on my Stevens build, and with very little work, I'm shooting 338-06 at around 2-2.5" at 300 yards.

That being said, less recoil then a 30-06? 1k distance? If you want to keep the bolt simple, then I would say just go with the 6.5 Creedmore. Very hot right now, factory ammo, and on the ammo boxes it gives you the load information so you can reload and match the ballistics of your factory ammo.

Hopefully that wasn't too much, to fast for you. I just know the cost of the MDT system, LSS-XL and mag cost 638.98 shipped to my front door, ordered last week. And I already had the PRS buttstock kicking around. If you are recoil sensitive, start researching muzzle brakes, just understand that a good one will cost around another $100, and then you have to have your barrel cut for it.

Good luck, feel free to message me of you have any questions.

Shm

Yep... The MDT was expensive and you're right on the money. The mag from MDT gave me problems so I went with an actual AICS mag to rule out the chassis. The MDT mag was weaker in width and fully loaded would hardly insert. The mag release catch on the mag was slightly off causing issues with feeding. The AICS mag solved all those issues.

Going with a more traditional stock is a better more affordable option that will still get you that accurate 1k+ rig.

[Russmerle]

Ok, I will call with a TAC 21, FYI you have a nice one there too.
http://i455.photobucket.com/albums/qq271/mousemotors/300%20win%20mag_zpsji63ylkp.jpg

And with the skeleton stock... This thread has officially turned into MDTSavage porn

[Pet-Rock]

I would wait on that stock at all costs, just as others have suggested it will eat your budget. If you do need a new stock, I have heard the Choate Stocks are respectable and fairly heavy (think less recoil) for ~$200.

That will leave you with enough to pick up the barrel, barrel nut, lug, bolt head, etc. etc.

I believe your idea to go with the SWFA fixed power scope is a great choice, as I have heard nothing but good from the people that own them and they have a very attractive price point.