shelton573
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So I had plans this year to put together a heavy 260 Rem or 6.5x47 for a long range rig. But now, I recently took a job back home so I will be leaving Iowa and making my way back to Missouri in the next couple weeks. Missouri is where I do the majority of my coyote hunting so I considered scratching the long range rig for now and considered doing a budget lightweight calling rig. I plan to use a savage top bolt release action if I can find one reasonably priced but have been kicking around the idea of trying one of the model 11 TH bottom bolt release actions since there are some after market stocks becoming available. I have been considering doing a 6x47 lapua with a 1:8 twist or something smaller like a 20 practical. I currently do not have anything in the 6mm or 20 cal family so that's why I am considering these. If I did the 6x47 I would likely use it for deer every now and then when I don't feel like bringing out the 270. I realize they are two VERY different calibers, but they are the two that intrigue me for a fun little calling rifle.
Here are my thoughts:
-22 or 24" barrel in a sporter contour. What would be your alls recommendation for barrel manufacturer? We have had great results with shilen so far and one real bad experience that my buddy is still working through with McGowen so they are out (not saying they are a bad company, I just don't like the way they are trying to dodge the blame for heavy tooling marks on the rifling by the crown which we think is what is causing the 3-4" groups a 100). I am considering an X-caliber (they don't list a 6x47 though) or BHW.
-Possibly a Boyd's pro varmint stock and have it bedded by the gunsmith back home. This should keep the cost down.
-Preferably use an action with an accutrigger and just install the 1.5 lb NSS trigger spring. (This turned out REALLY nice on my 223...worth the $10) but if not a Timney.
-Talley LW one piece rings.
-Vortex DB HP 3-12x42 or Nikon Prostaff 5 3.5-14x40 for the glass.
Any input on the setup or a different caliber I should consider would be much appreciated. I am not concerned about saving pelts and I do hand load so ammo is not an issue. Shots will typically be 300 yds or closer but could go farther. Any additional info on the 20 practical as far as the process for making brass, optimal barrel twist for heavier bullets, etc. would be much appreciated as I continue to read about the cartridge. Also, as I understand, the 6x47 is a direct neck down from the 6.5x47 brass and then load?
Thanks in advance!
Here are my thoughts:
-22 or 24" barrel in a sporter contour. What would be your alls recommendation for barrel manufacturer? We have had great results with shilen so far and one real bad experience that my buddy is still working through with McGowen so they are out (not saying they are a bad company, I just don't like the way they are trying to dodge the blame for heavy tooling marks on the rifling by the crown which we think is what is causing the 3-4" groups a 100). I am considering an X-caliber (they don't list a 6x47 though) or BHW.
-Possibly a Boyd's pro varmint stock and have it bedded by the gunsmith back home. This should keep the cost down.
-Preferably use an action with an accutrigger and just install the 1.5 lb NSS trigger spring. (This turned out REALLY nice on my 223...worth the $10) but if not a Timney.
-Talley LW one piece rings.
-Vortex DB HP 3-12x42 or Nikon Prostaff 5 3.5-14x40 for the glass.
Any input on the setup or a different caliber I should consider would be much appreciated. I am not concerned about saving pelts and I do hand load so ammo is not an issue. Shots will typically be 300 yds or closer but could go farther. Any additional info on the 20 practical as far as the process for making brass, optimal barrel twist for heavier bullets, etc. would be much appreciated as I continue to read about the cartridge. Also, as I understand, the 6x47 is a direct neck down from the 6.5x47 brass and then load?
Thanks in advance!
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