Prarie Hunter Stock for Axis 7mm-08
Gentlemen, the Axis 7mm-08 is at a turning point, having shot a couple hundred rounds now the average group at 100 yards is right around 1.10", group after group. The only modification has been a lighter trigger spring. Actually pretty good for a cheap hunting rifle but would like to do better. I have no problem with the plastic stock, but from what I understand the next step to improved accuracy is in the stock bedding. But... having my doubts about investing time messing around with the plastic stock.
I think the Prairie Hunter is a great looking stock and from what I have read with some modifications could improve accuracy to around 1" at 100 yards.
Now the question is do I take the plunge and put more money into this rifle, or trade it off an upgrade to a Weather Warrior? Like, you know what happens when you buy a cheap Harbor Freight tool... then down the road upgrade to a Powermatic or Milwaukee or Snap-On? Turns out the best choice would have been just invest in the quality right off the bat. Any thoughts?
Prarie Hunter Stock for Axis 7mm-08
Even an aftermarket stock you should bed unless it’s sitting on aluminum rails or block.
Just bed the front lug in the stock. JB weld, paper tape and some wax/ shoe polish.
Make sure scope mounts and bases are square and tight. Trigger around 2#.
If your scope allows you to aim under a .5 moa the rifle should do it.
I like the stiffen your stock post.
A lot of people won’t agree but put a cleaning brush on stick in a drill and use a light compound and scrub that barrel good. Shoot about 10 fouling shoots and start some group work. It should shoot.
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