.308 Rifle Project

dev110

When getting into FTR I sold my .223 to fund equipment and the build. Ever since then I have been missing a hunting rifle to just throw over my shoulder and go for a walk. I can do this with the FTR rig but with a 31" barrel and the extra weight things can get awkward and tiring fairly quickly. The only thing I love about the FTR is I know it inside out and know how it is going to perform at different distances.

For the past 2-3 months I have been looking at different calibres. For example: .204, .223, .22-250, .243, 6.5x47 & .308. I couldn't settle on a calibre as I wanted something that would do everything. The .243 stood out for this job but then went back to the .308 as I have everything for it already, cleaning rods, etc.
Also with the .308 it has cheap ammo for messing around on the range.

This will be an attempt at a duel rifle to a degree. It will be used for hunting and also for target shooting out to 600-800 yards.

Last week I started the hunt for parts.
So far I have a Remington action from Fergal White, Ezridax's barrel, Timney trigger off Dave Mulvihill and hopefully a stock off Fish Slapped (that he is screwing me over with ).
What I need to get now is a magazine kit, trigger guard and a picatinny rail.

I have decided to go with a 26" barrel as I won't be using a moderator. Also for the time being I will use my Sightron scope until I gather enough money to buy something for it.

I will be dropping in my application tomorrow or Friday to my FO so hopefully things won't take to long.

I will keep the thread updated from start to finish where I will be testing from 100-300 yards.

Also if anyone knows where I could find a mag kit (ADL I think but will update tomorrow) and a trigger guard for a Remington 700 let me know.

dax121

i got my trigger guard and drop mag from ebay.com. hard to find someone to ship here but sit down and e mail anyone that has them for sale and you mite get lucky. the guy i bought from isnt selling them anymore

Vegeta

Hey dev, would you not be tempted to go with a shorter barrel and throw on a light mod. Keep the balance the same but with the added benefit of reduced recoil and noise?

Do you have a total weight in mind? Does the build have to be usable in standing, kneeling and sitting positions or is it a mainly prone type build you're going for?

Would be interested in your take on those.

dev110

Vegeta wrote: »

Hey dev, would you not be tempted to go with a shorter barrel and throw on a light mod. Keep the balance the same but with the added benefit of reduced recoil and noise?

I won't be using a mod hence the reason for the 26" barrel. I very used to the .308 recoil now and I wouldn't even notice it. Most of my shooting is bog land and away from houses so noise shouldn't be a problem. I always shoot with ear plug in anyway.

Do you have a total weight in mind? Does the build have to be usable in standing, kneeling and sitting positions or is it a mainly prone type build you're going for?

Would be interested in your take on those.

I have no weight in mind. I am just throwing parts together and I'll see what it comes out at the end. I'm used to dragging the FTR rig around and at 14lbs I don't notice it to much with the studs on the side.

Most of my hunting shots are usually prone but if I can't get the shot prone it is usually sitting or kneeling. If standing shots have to be taken I usually try to find something to lean on or it is a quick shot, Rifle raised onto shoulder and the crosshairs brought down onto the target and trigger pulled. Any longer and my arms will fatigue and won't hold on target.

dwighet

If you want quality...look no further
http://www.thirdeyetactical.com/

dev110

I will be getting their rail and when I get a dedicated scope for it I will be getting their mounts also.

dwighet

dev110 wrote: »

I will be getting their rail and when I get a dedicated scope for it I will be getting their mounts also.

good choice.
I have em on my 300 winmag...Rock solid they are.

223Shooter

I was considering one of these bottom metals before picking up an AICS..

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NEW-REMINGTON-700-DBM-TRIGGER-GUARD-FLOORPLATE-ACCEPTS-ALL-AICS-AND-AI-MAGS-/160868570318?pt=UK_SportingGoods_Hunting_ShootingSports_ET&hash=item25748394ce#ht_500wt_1203

Not sure if they're the same quality as others on the market (Badger Ordnance, etc..), but they look the part.

dev110

Application handed in.
I'm hoping to have it back in 2 weeks

Double Barrel

Dev
Blackburn Gun Metal was bought-out and is now part of Swift, top of the line metal.

http://www.swiftbullets.com/blackburn-gun-metal

Good luck with your project.

dev110

I picked up the stock for the rifle tonight.

Here is the initial pictures:





I will be sanding it down tomorrow to get off what appears to be 2-3 coats of paint off. There is 3-4 dings that will be filled.

I'm not sure what colour to go with or if I should try doing a camo effect on it.

dev110

Received letter from Super saying they have my application.

From previous applications I had the grant letter a short time after I received this letter. Fingers crossed.

Letter is dated 19/09/2012 meaning my application was received by the Super two days after I handed it in to my local station.