First Savage Build--Long Range Yote Rig

[dakotamike]

I have enjoyed other people's pictures, so I thought I would post some of my own for a change.

I have been putting together parts for a while for my newest addition to the family. I started out with a Model 11 Hunter, nonaccutrigger. My goal is for a long-range coyote sniper. In the winter, I often spot coyotes laying on the hillsides or by cover sunning themselves. Hopefully I can pick them off from a distance before they are startled and run.





Model 11 Action CF DBM
CBI 243 Improved 1:8 twist Light Varmint--slightly used
Rifle Basix Model 1 trigger
Model 12 VLP stock, bedded--used

I do have a Vortex 6-24x50 PST to mount on it, but it went back to Vortex for warranty work a week ago. This was my first attempt at bead blasting stainless. I am pretty happy with the results. I will try to remember to post some pics once everything is together. Still a few more mods to complete.

Karstan Cheek Rest
Duracoat
Scope, Reticle Level, Caps
Better scope base--not impressed with the Weaver, too much slop

I already have 100 rounds of Lapua brass that were fireformed to the barrel (came with the barrel). Picked up some 105gr. Hornady Match BTHP. I plan on trying some IMR 4831, Retumbo, and H1000. I will post pics and loads as I get things done.

[limige]

Looks fantastic. Very similar to my 22-250.

Dont mean to sidetrack but what issue did you have with the scope. I have a pst on my 22-250 I am beginning to wonder about.

[dakotamike]

I am not sure what was wrong with the scope. I got it at a substantial discount because it was a demo. I had it mounted on my 300WM Sendero and my group size tripled. I could not seem to eliminate the parallax or get a decent focus above 9 power. Switched back to the 4-16 and everything went back to normal. I have just decided to leave things alone and put the new scope on the new rifle. Hopefully Vortex warranty works out for me.

[limige]

Same boat here. New gun first ladder test produced a 2" group...everything after that has looked like crap. It was a demo as well so ive been concerned. The crosshairs seem cant'd as well but that could be an illusion.

[sixonetonoffun]

That sounds like a trend. Glad I passed on those. Went with a used VX ii 6-20x40 lrv and nib cheapo vx ii 3-9x40.

Am looking for 1 more scope for a brush gun. Thinking Minox ZA 5I 2.5-10x50 or save a few bucks and go Burris 3.5-10x50 Fullfield 30 European Riflescope 3P#4 LRS Electro-Dot Reticle $329 vs $429.

I really like the idea of illumination though the vx ii scopes I am using now are a world of difference in low light compared to my 2 Redfields at dusk.

Then I see the rcbs powder measure/combo on sale at Natchess for $289 with the rcbs $50 rebate seems like a no brainer.

Bust out another grand and stop an get a psych eval for this disease!

[limige]

Scope checked out fine. Still can't explain the ladder test I did

[243LPR]

For bases I like the 2 piece Burris xtreme steel and the lowest possible rings that will work. Rails like that always put the scope too high for my liking.

[mattri]

Rifle looks great- can't wait to see how the 243ai does for you.