Browning a-bolt .223

ALAN.N

I am looking at getting a Browning A-bolt in 223 cal,and am wondering if anyone has got one or know much about them, i have a .17 hmr that i use mostly for foxes but want to get something with a bit more killing power , any info would be great.

TriggerPL

ALAN.N wrote: »

I am looking at getting a Browning A-bolt in 223 cal,and am wondering if anyone has got one or know much about them, i have a .17 hmr that i use mostly for foxes but want to get something with a bit more killing power , any info would be great.

Lakeland shooting centre !

rmnrgn

Hi, I have a Browning A-Bolt (Composite Stalker) in a 30.06 cal.
Its a very accurate firearm and very light. The magazine holds 4 rounds and one in the breech. The magazine is detachable from the floorplate and although it makes it secure and less likely to loose, it can also be a bit of a hassle to remove until you have a bit of practice. You can also breech load. Due to the combination of calibre and the fact that that its the Stalker variety (fluted barrel) my only issue is getting it threaded and fitted for a moderator. I believe the factory thread is 14:1 and Browning have a muzzle brake system called BOSS which is designed to improve accuracy by reducing the vibration of the barrel as the bullet travels through it. I'm not sure where one can be sourced in Ireland as I imported mine from the UK.
Either way you can't go wrong and if you can get it for a reasonable price you'll be happy with it. Safe shooting.

Johnny max

Give yurman on the cork road in waterford city a looksee
if not the crowd in goresbridge should have 1

YellowVanMan

got mine in lakeland. lovely rifle. 680euro and threw in a box of shots to break it in and pack of shoot-n-c targets to zero her in.

CJhaughey

I have an A-bolt in .243. Fine rifle for me, I have shot a lot of stuff with it in the last few years and its always been good.
I find it a good positive action and accurate enough for my needs.

JOHN 93

Hi i also have a abolt in 243 gold medallion use it for deer and foxes and it shoots sub moa with most rounds . Really likes 58gr mollys.

Johnny max

ya could hav got him to smile at least

ALAN.N

I purchased the a-bolt at the weekend (.223) just waiting on the lisence to come through and hoping to get permission for a moderator, any views on which moderator to get for this rifle ,i dont want something thats too heavy and upsets the balance of the rifle.

JOHN 93

rodale ultralight? what model a bolt you go for ?

ALAN.N

Hi John i got the a-bolt Composite Stalker in 223 cal.

deeksofdoom

ALAN.N wrote: »

I purchased the a-bolt at the weekend (.223) just waiting on the lisence to come through and hoping to get permission for a moderator, any views on which moderator to get for this rifle ,i dont want something thats too heavy and upsets the balance of the rifle.

Get an Atec, John lambert has them in Camolin.