SCJ429 wrote:axio wrote:My pick would be 308, I own one, let me know if you want to know anything about it?
What projectiles are you using in your 308 and over what ranges are you shooting in competition?
It seems to like 165gr Sierra GameKings but i'm at early stages with it so havn't tested many yet. Hornady 178gr ELD-X look like a good contender to test next.
Oh and only bought it as a carry around hunting rifle, though should go well in competition if you don't need to fire too many rounds (keeping in mind sporter barrel heating up fast)
There are a few nice things I like about it so i'll just put them in point form
> Action is buttery smooth for a budget rifle
> Trigger is crisp, 2.5lbs confirmed on the trigger gauge
> 5 round Magazine sits flush and release catch is not easily bumped out (pain in the ass on my Howa)
> At 2.9KGs minus scope and rings it is very light but recoil is easily manageable off a bench
> Can top load magazine easily
> Cool little storage bit in the buttstock, looks like it'll fit a few cigarettes or boresnake