Savage Stealth in 6.5 - First impressions.

[CBryars2]

homefrontsniper - I've used Final Finish 5 times now with great results. Have you had a different experience? Took 200 rounds on my wifes RPR to break in, 50 Final Finish did the same job for me. All can shot >.5 when I do my part.

[CBryars2]

DenverDave - Bolt release is to right side of bolt. Easy to use. Draw bolt back, press release and hold trigger down. Slides right out. My Sons remy 700 is down on tirgger guard, don't like the near as much.

He switched to a extreme 2 stage trigger, it is also in trigger guard.

[FW Conch]

Final Finish is a subject for another thread. I have read some bad reviews from the use of it on the net? I am surprised to hear it being used as a matter of fact?

How do I know I need it?
How much is enough?
Can I do the same thing with Flitz?
Should high end barrel makers be using the process? ???

[DenverDave]

DenverDave - Bolt release is to right side of bolt. Easy to use. Draw bolt back, press release and hold trigger down. Slides right out. My Sons remy 700 is down on tirgger guard, don't like the near as much.

He switched to a extreme 2 stage trigger, it is also in trigger guard.

I hate how Savage makes these changes... moving the bolt release around from model to model. Frankly it makes zero sense to me. My 10T is of the bottom release variety. This means I can't use the SSS triggers or SAV-2 trigger. Also my chassis had to be modified to use the BBR (on the side of the trigger guard now on my XLR chassis) which takes away from its secondary market value. Why savage made this change, then switched back (the Stealth is a newer model than the 10T) is beyond me and frankly left a bad taste in my mouth regarding savage guns in general.


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[CBryars2]

My 110 FCP had same release as Stealth, only other Savages I have (had just sold it). So no other experience there.

[CBryars2]

FW Conch - I think you may be thinking of another Final Finish product. Tubb Final Finish are SMK bullets impregnated with lapping compound. Grit changes from course to fine as you progress through bullets. It is referred to as fire forming and has been written about pretty thoroughly. David Tubb is an 11 time NRA Long Range Champion, so he knows his stuff.

Used on 5 rifles with good result.

[CBryars2]

Range Report - Not!

My scope packed it in. Having to send back for warranty work (lifetime luckily). So nothing really to report.

[DenverDave]

My 110 FCP had same release as Stealth, only other Savages I have (had just sold it). So no other experience there.

The top bolt release on the 100 FCP and Stealth is what you want IMO. Aftermarket is much bigger for Mod. 10's with that configuration.


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[homefrontsniper]

How far did your throat move?

[CBryars2]

Have not measured - will try and get a reading. David Tubbs states .003 I believe based on memory. Groups I posted for 300WM are after Final Finish, for .338 during Final Finish rounds.

[CBryars2]

Photo of Talladega CMP 600 yd range
http://i1274.photobucket.com/albums/y437/cbryars2/Precision/IMG_20161118_152100_zpsugrbnhxd.jpg
Targets are at 200, 300 and 600. The 600 is way back in the shadow, left of barrel.

Great deal - 10 bucks and hour and 30 for all day. worth a drive, we go over about every 3-4 weeks.

[CBryars2]

After using 2 long action Stealth's I am wondering if the little hang in chambering occasionally might not be the magazine. Use PMag which works better, however my long actions using Accurate Mag's do not hang at all. Anyone using Accurate Mag that can comment? What Accurate Mag is the correct one?

I sure do like the feel of the Accurate Mag in the 300WM & 338.

[CBryars2]

Asked on another forum about bipod mounts.

For Harris type sling attach, the rifle comes with an appropriate stud.

If you have a rail mount what I recommend might be a more secure choice. MDT makes a rail that fits the Chassis. I removed the front sling stud from chassis and mounted the rail where is was. Brownells has part# 100-009-791WB MDT 5.0 Rail with QD Sling Point Mfr Part: 102215BLK. It works perfectly and is very snug.

[bearcatrp]

Wish I had a range like yours locally. I have to drive 3 hrs but get up to 1000 yards when I drive that far. With owning the 6.5, 308, 300wm, and the 338 LM, should keep you busy for a long time. Still considering selling my 6.5 to fund the 338LM. Got a itch for a heavy hitter since selling my 50BMG.

[CBryars2]

My local is 100yds, Talladega is about 3 hours. Long drive but worth it, like outdoor and longer range. Also can shoot prone or bench.

They are both good rifles. Personally the 300WM & 338 Lapua seem better in terms of bolt and magazine. Feed is flawless and smoooth!

I like the heavy hitter and it manages recoil exceptionally well (IMO). Having made the plunge I am really happy with choices and training should be cross platform. With reloads for 6.5 at .70 to .80 cents with my favorite Berger OTM bullets, it should make for a more sustainable long-term result. I also use Berger 185 OTM on 300WM (about 1.30-1.50) and 300 OTM on 338 (estimated 1.50-2.00 a round). If the 338 ends up shooting like the 300WM, I will be one happy camper.

[CBryars2]

Alternate Magazines -

Magpul makes a pretty good unit - Magpul PMAG AC Magazine AICS Short Action 308 Winchester Polymer Black - https://www.midwayusa.com/product/152100/magpul-pmag-ac-magazine-aics-short-action-308-winchester-polymer-black
Midway sells for around 37 bucks. There are 2 models, above works and not had any issues. I am looking to see what Accurate Mag will fit as I have those on 300WM and 338 Lapua and they are excellent but pricey.

[bearcatrp]

I use the 5 round Magpul AICS mags for my 10T Creedmoor with a cadex chassis. Work fine. Didn't have 10 round ones when I was looking so may get one. Thanks for posting.

[CBryars2]

Quick update.
Primary scope is still in shop, so slowed me down shooting. Due to go to Talladega the 23rd Dec. Not sure if I will make it.

The secondary scope cannot handle the 338 Lapua, recoil is making it go out of focus each shot.


The waiting is the worst part, check daily to see when they will ship scope back. Been 3 weeks, but in fairness, first 4 days were Thanksgiving, so really only on 2 weeks and 4 days.

[Palmaris]

Hello guys.
I am new here and for Savage in general.
I just bought 10BA Stealth on past Monday and in CA, will see/touch/work on hardware only in 10 days. Unfortunately didn't see this thread before I made purchase and didn't measured barrel length in LGS. Now I am wondering, if they still ship barrel 22"? Does anybody have idea about it? I called CS, give them my S/N (the only thing I know about my rifle LOL) and they have no way to determinate what barrel is there. I have S/N K46908X. Whoever bought with 24" barrel originally, can tell me please, if his/her S/N higher or lower then mine?

Regards.

[CBryars2]

Honestly, had 22" on mine, sent back and Savage put 24" on. Both shot .5 moa or less (I reload your results may depend on ammo). I prefer the 24", mainly because I asked them not to flute it. Would not have a problem getting a 22". I think based on what I read your losing maybe 100 fps.

Just my opinion, from what I have heard your most likely going to get the 22".