Waiting on Apache barrel

[Dennis]

Not knowing anything about Jim business with the exception that all his efforts that I have been involved with are quality, similar to Jim himself and that he has missed many deadlines. I think what would help Apache is if he gave customers a purchase order number. A simple spreadsheet could help him track everything and could be used as a reference of when the order was made, details of the order, the time-frame on barrel acquisition etc...etc...

That would make a accurate response from Apache to inquiring customers simple.

There are some good cheap and even free programs to help.


full prompt refund here

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Wow, and I thought that my wait from a July order was taking a long time! Jim had originally told me a month for my build, now it looks like I might not get it anytime soon. Has anyone been successful at canceling an order and getting a refund?

Matt

Things are not going to happen overnight, but I am sure they are going to happen.

FYI, Dennis

[Dennis]

Sorry for a few of the double posts. I don't know where the issue is, but hopefully either I or Jim will figure it out.

FWIW, I have had a few ask why I disappeared for 2 years now.

2 back operations is the reason, but things are looking good for me now.

When someone is told they may be paralyzed from the waist down within 6 months, it will get your attention. I stopped everything to get this taken care of.

I also hope to be competing again 2019!

Thanks, Dennis

[eddiesindian]

Glad you're doing better.

[Dennis]

Glad you're doing better.

Thanks, and it feels great to be back in the swing!

Dennis

[Robinhood]

I noticed you were energized lately.
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[Mthomas90]

So has anybody heard anything from Jim in the last 4-6 months? I'd rather have my barrel, but would take a refund if its not ever going to happen.

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[eddiesindian]

So has anybody heard anything from Jim in the last 4-6 months? I'd rather have my barrel, but would take a refund if its not ever going to happen.

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I too had to wait that long for mine. I got lucky with mine in the sense that I got a hold as he responded to my email. I reminded him about my order and he delivered 2 weeks later after a 6 month wait.
Asking paying customers to be patient without a good line of communication is a bit to ask for. I'll never second question jimmies ability running the lathe, he,s organizing needs work.

[snowgetter1]

I was able to contact him via his eBay listings. He responded and is currently working on my barrrels. 14 months

[Dennis]

Question: What's everyone's thoughts on the most sought after "Savage" Pre-Fits?

Usually everything in 243/6mm's (8 twists), 264/6.5mm's (8 twists), 30 calibers (10 & 12 twists), 284/7mm's (mostly 9 twist), and now 338's (9 twists) are getting popular!

6.5/Creedmoor's, 26" Length, 8 twists are pretty popular. Heavy Varmint contours being the most popular.

308's, 10 twist, 26" or 28" Length are popular. Either Heavy Varmint (.80 @ the muzzle), and some bulls!

284 Winchester's, 9 twist, 26" & 28" lengths, Heavy Varmint Contour. Bulls are also popular!

Then the famous 243, most popular are Heavy Varmint 8 twist, 26" length. Many in the Mid West love the 243's. Personally, the 243 with 55 or 70 grain Nosler Plastic Tips are brutal on pest roaming the fields in the Mid West! 400 to 500 yard shots are nothing for the 243 w NBT'S! There is also a 90 grain pill, NBT if this is your choice. I have seen many "Targets" with the 70 grain NBT's, and IMO that's all you need! 3,500 fps plus!

I talk to many who love the 338's shooting 168 grain bullets! 4,200 fps plus, I have two, and call them my 22-250's on Steroids! This combination is "very serious" on game or pests!

Just thinking tonight, Dennis

ETC ETC ETC

All 416R Stainless.

Then we have the Rem-Age line!

Just thinking, share your ideas. No recommendations below a 223 please!

Dennis

[Robinhood]

6CM, 7mm08, 6.5mm or 7mm RCM/PRC,

There are a lot of actions that are taking savage pre-fits so the market is expanding.

[Dennis]

6CM, 7mm08, 6.5mm or 7mm RCM/PRC,

There are a lot of actions that are taking savage pre-fits so the market is expanding.

Yes, and it's going to be tough to keep everything on the shelves!

The calibers you mentioned above I can pretty well assure you they will be Special Order Items only, except the 6.5's. The 6CM I assume your referring to the "Creedmoor's"?

Dennis

[fayettefatts]

284 Shehane

[snowgetter1]

Hurray!!! Both of my barrels arrived today. 14 months

[Dennis]

Has anybody heard from Jim at Apache lately? I ordered a barrel a while back for an antelope hunt from him. I haven't heard anything from him in a while, trying to figure out if I need to have another gun ready in its place.

Thanks,
Michael

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Michael, PM me the details of your order. And yes, I have talked to Jim a few times in the last 2 weeks.

Thanks, Dennis

[mnbogboy2]

Dennis,
My guess is sporter contour 6.5 creed 8tw, 6 creed 7tw, 260 rem 8tw both remage & sav small shank would sell like hotcakes if they were stocking items. Any time they come up for sale on boards like this one, whether aftermarket or factory take offs they don't last long.

[Dennis]

Dennis,
My guess is sporter contour 6.5 creed 8tw, 6 creed 7tw, 260 rem 8tw both remage & sav small shank would sell like hotcakes if they were stocking items. Any time they come up for sale on boards like this one, whether aftermarket or factory take offs they don't last long.

Great suggestions, Thanks,
Dennis

[Mthomas90]

Michael, PM me the details of your order. And yes, I have talked to Jim a few times in the last 2 weeks.

Thanks, DennisSent.

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[Dennis]

Sent.

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Got it, Dennis

[jo2015]

I believe in good communication,had one ordered from him,but later canceled,can’t stand no communication

[Dennis]

6CM, 7mm08, 6.5mm or 7mm RCM/PRC,

There are a lot of actions that are taking savage pre-fits so the market is expanding.

Yes, there already very popular!

My only wish would be to have everyone on the same "Caliber" page!!!! I know it's wont' happen, the cost of the reamers and maintenance is one of the biggest factors!

I would love to buy a CNC with "ready to go" software! Jim would love this!

PS: bore and twist are no problem, just the caliber choices. You will tie up a small fortune in reamers! And some calibers, you might have 3 or more reamers!

Dennis