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Thanks guys I don't have a weight but it's substantial
specs:
savage fcp-k .308
xlr chassis in custom fde/bronze cerakote
egw 20moa base
burris extreme tactical high rings
vortex pst 6-24x ffp
Accuracy first level (pricey but worth it)
accutrigger with match spring (1.5 lbs)
accuracy international magazines
ptg fluted bolt body
Glades Tactical bolt handle
bolt lift kit I made with race bearing (retained cocking indicator)
atlas bipod
xlr sling swivel mount
aad mount scope caps
https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3946/...224eda_b_d.jpg
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Here's my old rig (sold a few years ago, posted back on page 5)
Savage 10FP 20" .308
Bell and Carlson Tactical Medalist
Karstens Custom Cheekpiece
Bushnell 4200 Tact 6-24x50mm
Burris XTR 30mm Rings
Leatherwood 20MOA Base
Harris 6-9" Bi-pod
http://gconnoyer.zenfolio.com/img/s1...89822898-4.jpg
And the new girl. I just finished it up, and still have a few things on the list. I want a new barrel (pending how this shoots) and then also needs bedded. Also might try and see what it takes for a 10rd box mag.
Savage 10FCP 24" .308
McMillan Stock
Karstens Cheekpiece
Vortex Razor HD Gen II 4.5-27x56 34mm
Badger Rings and Base
Harris 6-9" Bipod
http://gconnoyer.zenfolio.com/img/s5...41372941-4.jpg
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It takes me forever to put one of these together spending a little at a time, but this one's to the point where it's pic worthy. Might still opt for a DBM (cha-ching...) and it definitely needs a decent optic (BIG cha-ching...).
Savage 10FCXP (243Win Walmart special ;))
24" LV Contour CBI 260 Match barrel
Northland barrel nut
SSS recoil lug
Glades Armory Tactical Bolt Handle
B&C A2 stock
"Custom" matched Cerakote (Graphite Black on Magpul FDE lightened with Bright White)
Burris E1 3-9x (for now)
Basic no-name bipod for the pic.
http://i1291.photobucket.com/albums/...ps9ea20dee.jpg
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[IMG]6.5x47lapua1.jpeg[/IMG] hopefully this pic posts
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Latest version of my Precision Shooting Stick... Everyone kept telling me that the factory tube wouldn't stabilize the Hornady 105 BTHP Match. I am here to tell you, that just ain't so...
She helped a Prairie Dog take a dirt nap at 607 yards on Saturday. I am very pleased with the results of my combination. Running the 2nd node to the average of 2870fps. Me likey!!
DK
http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x...ps6d689b99.jpg
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Really like that Element Chassis!
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How long is that 11VT barrel, again? Seem to recall you had it cut down...?
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Thanks Wolf!!
Boiler: The barrel was cut back to 22-1/2" originally for use with the Badger Mini FTE, and then the Ross Schuler brake (as shown), right after I bought it. However, I will be cutting it back further to 18-1/2" for my YHM Suppressor... IF IT WILL EVER GET HERE!! Both Hornady and Hodgdon suggest that I at least try the 105's with the shorter tube, prior to dropping back to the 87 V-Max's that I will be running afterward. Which would help, as I have just over 600 of them loaded at the moment.
Hopefully they will perform as I hope they do...
DK
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2870 in a lower node from a 22.5" barrel seems pretty reasonable to me, especially if accuracy was there.
What was the velocity of the higher node?
Also - how's the Element compared to the MCS-T to get behind?
Thanks for humoring my 20 questions....
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The lowest node was from 38.5, then opened up a bit before getting to 40.5. I began running the higher grains, and got to 42.1 before I stopped trying. It was on it's way to tightening up again, but I really hate pushing that hard. I don't know what the velocity was at the 42.1 grains, as my buddy shot my chrono. It was easy for me to settle on the 40.5 with how good it was shooting, but it also matches what my wife's .243 really likes. It just makes it easier to not have to remember a bunch of different charges. I also appreciate the definite lack of recoil impulse, as my hamburger shoulder really hates it now.
As far as the Element vs. MCS-T battle goes, it came down to a matter of bedding. I have spent a lot of time and money, and Manners makes an awesome stock!! However, dealing with bedding over and over again, switching back and forth between hunting and target rifles, and not wanting to destroy a stock to change things around, I just decided on the chassis. The Manners, IMHO, is the best overall stock out there as far as a conventional stock goes. I love the ergonomics, and even though the MCS-T is their cheapest stock, it is not lacking at all.
Now enters the time of the Element. I can't say enough good things about this stock. The overall adjustability of the stock is incredible!! I am not an easy fit, but the Element fits me like a glove. Not to mention that XLR Industries is not too far from me. Kyle was a super dude to deal with, and asked me a bunch of questions and outfitted my stock to my particulars. It was also very nice to see how many different chassis for so many different rifle manufacturers... IN STOCK!! Mine was literally ready to go within 10 minutes. I am sure that it really only took that long, due to he is such a good guy to talk about all things guns!! I honestly can't recommend them highly enough!!
DK
http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x...psc6d02dfc.jpg
OK, here she is as of now... at 18"!! I ran the numbers, and after losing 4-1/2", she is currently running 2750fps. I am borderline on my stability numbers, so I will probably be chasing after that high node after all. So far though, I am really lovin this rifle!! Super easy to shoot, load for, carry, and maneuver around obstacles.
http://i187.photobucket.com/albums/x...psc946506a.jpg
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I want a rifle on a tripod:(
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Thanks for the comments, DK.
By way of explanation for the viewers, the 3 pics above, are of my Savage .308, FLCP-K. I spent the last couple years getting it set up the way I wanted and the most recent change brings her to the "mostly done" stage.
Some of the components I have assembled include the SWFA SS HD, illuminated 5-20x50 scope, SWFA cat tail, Vortex bubble level, TAB Gear sling, Harris bi-pod, Glades Armory extended bolt handle and XLR's Element chassis.
The chassis was Cerakoted in burnt bronze, last week by the 'smith at my LGS.
Bailagent100