Have decided on 260AI build. Don't want a 'borrowed' 700 action but something else like Nesika, Stiller.
Anyone got a build where they would were really happy with the action? I might be keen to try the Hardy action, looks good.
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Have decided on 260AI build. Don't want a 'borrowed' 700 action but something else like Nesika, Stiller.
Anyone got a build where they would were really happy with the action? I might be keen to try the Hardy action, looks good.
Ask Tui_man2 he built a rifle on one not so long ago.
Defiance getting used a bit apparently. Just remember youll need to import something like that.
Hardy action.. just another 700 clone
Few cheap sakos on trademe at the moment too
I have a stiller at the moment really happy with it but would
Like to try a hardy out as well, have had a defiance all nice actions.
Im using a Stiller on my 338 Edge, really impressed with it.
Dean Maisey has sharp prices on the stiller actions
Get a Stiller or Defiance, job done :)
I have used three Stillers on clients rifles, very impressed.
The Stiller will be cheaper & easier to get than the Defiance, if cost is an issue.
Single shot or magazine? Target shooting, tactical or hunting?
Would like to throw the Kiwi made Barnard in there, easy enough to get, bloody good actions.
Another action to throw in would be Surgeon..
Barnard SM, jewel trigger, gives you loads of stock options
Thanks. Ideall bottom metal with box mag detacbable. Purpose med/LR hunting/target. Barrel is a Proof Research carbon fiber suppressed, stock will be Senator.
Jewell trigger too. I would like to be able to work the bolt without breaking the cheek weld....if possible?
Blaser? :DQuote:
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LOL...would've been BRADS but someone who will remain unnamed bet me.
Fuxk gimps one still on trade me isnt it . 4 ks a good price
I saw that and 6.5x55 ideal...but want to build my own lightweight now.
Then buy a blaser😆Quote:
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Maybe a senator stocked r93? :cool:Quote:
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I am hoping there will be such a thing😆Quote:
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I think you would have to let your existing stock be pulled apart to make that happen, given the bedding system?
Christensen do mate a carbon stock for the R93.. LJP has one and it sure is light!!!! $$$ though..
Piece of piss. Just need the senator to be ready to receive it. Won't be needing the original stock if it all works as it is supposed to anyway, so not a problem.Quote:
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Been waiting to see one for a while as they are being worked on now.😆
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That would be a game changer.
Those Defiance actions are very nice....emailed Tracy to ask about the Stiller Tac 30 action.
Google and Youtube "Mausingfield" actions
remington m700 footprint with controlled feed and several other improvements...
Would have to get first prize for the most hideous bolt knob ever ...Quote:
Originally Posted by Sidney
http://www.americanrifle.com/images/products/88.png
yep - lol
Aside from that it looks pretty cool..............no.......I am NOT building any more customs...........NO........I'm NOT............................got a link to the manufacturer?
Nice action...US$1600 so getting a bit rich for me. DED says Stiller are a m700 clone too...I guess most are, just prefer something a step up from a stock 700.
So what your saying is you need a Savage action - something that works straight out of the box and doesn't need blueprinting ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by Tikka7mm08
Tikka action? 😆
Nothing against Savage as never owned one. But happy if that continues ;)
Dean Maisey is the one for stillers mate and they are by no meansQuote:
Originally Posted by Tikka7mm08
A stock 700 action just the same footprint that's all, makes life easy for stocks etc
Ah...righto will call him in the morning!
I would a hardy over a stiller any day of the week, stiller are the bottom of the line custom actions price wise you still have alot of play in the race ways, gaps amd loose bolt release. Hardy are very well finished amd better priced for what you get in return.
Most clones are rem700 based.
I have a ti xtreme am peirce ti as well as a couple of bats but all are dearer.
Hardy would be my choice or you would be better off with a tricked out rem accuracy wise over a stiller in my opinion. . . .
I would love to see the Ti Pierce action.Quote:
Originally Posted by tui_man2
Seems to be a little heavier than a Std Rem LA, if you can believe specs the internet
I agree Tui Man...down to Surgeon and after speaking DED this morning a Christianson for $2495 that includes bottom metal, timney trigger, and carbon fiber mag! Need to researxh that...email and call in Dean but not heard back.
Spoke with Dean - very knowledgeable as you would expect - Surgeon no longer supply bare actions... Damn.
Phoned back just before lunch - thanks for leaving a message. No email received at all so not sure what happened there??? Didnt even know this thread was running, too busy working!! ( thanks for the heads up KG :) )Quote:
Originally Posted by Tikka7mm08
Yes, i stock and sell stillers, they are a good custom action at a good price, and not just a rem clone or dollied-up remmie. There are significant upgrades/improvements over the rem700 action design. See the threads running in my commercial advertisers section for pics and details. Bolt/bore clearance is normally about 0.002" on diameters not "sloppy" at all - similar to what you will see on a barnard etc, which are also very good actions, but not lightweight. Cheers.
Thanks again Dean, will check commercial section - forwarded email I sent to 'info' address...and just received the dreaded MS Outlook message delayed...here is the original in case lost in ether or I got address wrong:
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Date:24/03/2015 8:33 AM (GMT+12:00)
To: info@gunsmith.co.nz
Cc:
Subject: Custom Rifle Action
Hi Dean
Am in process of putting together a 260AI with Proof Research CF barrel and Senator stock. Trying to land on an action and for no good reason don't want to doll up a m700 action.
I would like to have the m700 footprint for simplicity with Senator stock but with detachable mag. Can you tell me about the Tac 30 and Surgeon actions?
Rifle purpose is lightweight LR target/hunting.
If you don't mind I will call you later today....
Must have had alot better ones them I have them dean as mine would be nowhere close tm .002 clearance in race ways but that why you get what you pay for can't expect them to be right up there when they are the lower level custom.
I would build off then for clients but not recommend them if starting out.
But it's personal choice is main thing as long as they are happy, everyone has different thoughts amd likes. Makes it the best think of going custom. . . .
Surgeon havent supplied bare actions for probably 3 years. They are also really heavy.Quote:
Originally Posted by Tikka7mm08
Defiance Actions are the shit!!