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Air.177
06-08-2004, 15:30
Does anyone have any experience with Savage Rifles? I am looking to purchase a .308 bolt action rifle and there is a heavy barrelled savage that looks like it may just fit the bill. Also in the running is the Tikka T3 "Varmint" (http://www.tikka.fi/) I have handled both rifles and they are both quite nice for their price range. I'll most likely be using the rifle for target shooting and the occasional hunt. Any input is greatly appreciated.

Matt
06-08-2004, 17:08
Originally posted by Air.177
Does anyone have any experience with Savage Rifles? I am looking to purchase a .308 bolt action rifle and there is a heavy barrelled savage that looks like it may just fit the bill. Also in the running is the Tikka T3 "Varmint" (http://www.tikka.fi/) I have handled both rifles and they are both quite nice for their price range. I'll most likely be using the rifle for target shooting and the occasional hunt. Any input is greatly appreciated.

I have a Savage Arms .308 with the Choate stock and their silky smooth "AccuTrigger". Great gun, heavy as s*** though for a hunting rifle at about 11-12lbs loaded with scope.

I have some pictures of mine but am not able to post them cause they are too big, and dont know how to resize. Let me know and I'll email them to you.

Team Sergeant
06-08-2004, 19:26
Send the pictures to me. I'll fix them for you.

TS

JD@professionalsoldiers.com

Matt
06-08-2004, 22:38
e-mail out.

Air.177
06-08-2004, 23:07
Ah yes, Team Sergeant.

Guardian angel of those of us too thick to figure out how to post pictures:D

Team Sergeant
06-09-2004, 07:17
Matt's Pic;

Air.177
06-09-2004, 08:44
Nice looking Rifle.

I see you took the pic in your treehouse:D

Matt
06-09-2004, 10:20
Matt's Pic;

Thanks TS.

Smokin Joe
06-09-2004, 13:53
Air,

I have a Savage 10FLP. In .308 win. (The one Major Plaster desgined for Savage) I bought it before Savage started putting there accu triggers in there guns. The action is stiff and the factory trigger sucked.

I had a good gunsmith try and rework the bolt to make it some-what smooth but it still rattles when you load or slide the bolt. Once it is seated it is solid as a rock.

The trigger pull was in excess of 14 lbs. I don't know what it broke at but it maxed out our scale at 14 lbs and still didn't break. I changed the trigger to an after market I got from Brownells. It shoots fine now.

Last and the best group I have ever shot with it was 3 inch group at 500 meters with 0 wind.

Bottom line I think it is a good rifle for the price

BadMuther
06-13-2004, 13:43
Want to sell it?

:D

Smokin Joe
06-14-2004, 07:36
Originally posted by BadMuther
Want to sell it?

:D

Oh I see how it is you want to pick it up AFTER I get all the work done. :) Nope I don't want to sell it (yet) Plus it is a left handed rifle...I don't think you would want it.

BadMuther
06-14-2004, 10:53
Get a rh LTR shooting good and let me know. :D

Smokin Joe
06-14-2004, 12:25
Originally posted by BadMuther
Get a rh LTR shooting good and let me know. :D

What am I your Prision Bitch? :D

On second thought don't answer that.

BMPDsniper93
06-14-2004, 23:31
I have a Savage rifle that I use on duty as LE sniper with a sharpshooter trigger, McMillan A2 stock(woodland camo), scope base and rings are Precision Reflex topped with SuperSniper 10x42 scope outstanding weapon now, but at first a problem child as the standard stock on a Savage became flimsy after a few rounds causing my group to open, if you decide on a Savage they make one with both a McMillan A3 and choate stock(McMillan much better option) and if you get a set-up rifle they are mounted with Leupold scope, so you can't go wrong with a Savage.

Smokin Joe
06-15-2004, 07:34
Originally posted by BMPDsniper93
I have a Savage rifle that I use on duty as LE sniper with a sharpshooter trigger, McMillan A2 stock(woodland camo), scope base and rings are Precision Reflex topped with SuperSniper 10x42 scope outstanding weapon now, but at first a problem child as the standard stock on a Savage became flimsy after a few rounds causing my group to open, if you decide on a Savage they make one with both a McMillan A3 and choate stock(McMillan much better option) and if you get a set-up rifle they are mounted with Leupold scope, so you can't go wrong with a Savage.

Welcome BMPDsniper93

BadMuther
06-16-2004, 11:49
Originally posted by Smokin Joe
What am I your Prision Bitch? :D

On second thought don't answer that.

Isn't that what your tattoo says?

:p

I saw one of those Savage Tactical packages with the leupold scope, harris bipod, etc...looked pretty sweet...

Does anyone know of anywhere that is offering a REM 700 LTR package? I know a few of the cop houses used to offer the PSS packages...

GackMan
06-17-2004, 13:03
Originally posted by BadMuther
Does anyone know of anywhere that is offering a REM 700 LTR package?

the remington part number for the 700 TWS is 5711.

The TWS package includes a Leupold® Vari-X™ III (3.5 x 10) scope with a Duplex™ reticle and flip-open lens covers. A Harris bipod, a Michaels 1" Quick Adjust™ sling with swivels, a rugged Pelican® hard case, and sample of Remington gun care products to round out the system. It's only available in .308 Win./26"BBL.


don't dig the duplex scope. and they don't allow you to swap out for a mildot. the package is the package.

BadMuther
06-17-2004, 14:03
Right...that's for the regular .308...I was wondering if they had a similiar package with the shorter LTR barrel.....I guess not, thanks anyway.

GackMan
06-17-2004, 16:41
no soup for you!

edited earlier post for clarity...

Air.177
06-18-2004, 14:47
OK, Rifle Project is under way. My Savage model 10FP-LE2 arrived today. Now, I need optics. Working where I do, I figured I would just go with the best we have in the warehouse here. I present: The Leapers Golden Image 3-9X40

You may read more about this Superb Piece of Glass here (http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/ctd/product.asp?sku=SCP%2D604&thru=fr&mscssid=V9FXV5G1USJ18L8KGF7HRA8XM6SW2CRF)

Air.177
06-18-2004, 14:51
Next I will need Rings for such a wonderful optic. Once again, Nothing but the best:Rings (http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/ctd/product.asp?sku=SCP%2D530&thru=fr&mscssid=V9FXV5G1USJ18L8KGF7HRA8XM6SW2CRF)

Smokin Joe
06-18-2004, 15:00
WOW Air .177 :eek: Man you are going all out on this thing. Be careful you don't break the bank.

Air.177
06-18-2004, 15:01
What else is there? Oh yes, the Stock. I find Savage's factory Synthetic hard to beat, so why improve on perfection I say. Scope Base, No need to go throwing money around, I have a scope base for another rifle along with a Dremel tool at the house. With those tools, I figure I could probably mount that wonderful piece of Glass to just about anything.

The Reaper
06-18-2004, 15:14
Originally posted by Air.177
What else is there? Oh yes, the Stock. I find Savage's factory Synthetic hard to beat, so why improve on perfection I say. Scope Base, No need to go throwing money around, I have a scope base for another rifle along with a Dremel tool at the house. With those tools, I figure I could probably mount that wonderful piece of Glass to just about anything.

Hey, why bother with that factory stock?

Just get a 2x6 and whittle one out.

Matter of fact, skip the pricey rings and use duct tape.

And you really don't need the barrel if you have a piece of 1/4" pipe. Just wrap it real heavy with the tape, the first round should blow it out to .30.

You could also use a bolt type lock for the action if you are low on bucks.

Some good tips here:

TR

Air.177
06-18-2004, 15:20
Yeah, I kind of used the Brilliant ideas of the Birdman group as a template for my Masterpiece:D

Air.177
06-18-2004, 15:32
All kidding aside, This (http://www.riflescopes.com/products/SS10X42M/super_sniper_10x42.htm) is the scope I am putting on my rifle. I picked it up from these guys yesterday and it is Very Nice. I plan to mount it with a base from Ken Farrell (http://www.kenfarrell.com) and Leupold PRW rings. I'll follow that all up with an HS Precision Stock.

BMPDsniper93
06-20-2004, 20:39
It's looking good, nice glass, can't go wrong with Ken Farrell base or HS Precision stock, but you may want to take a look at Precision Reflex rings, which will withstand the recoil of a .50 cal. and your glass won't budge, you can check them at pri-mounts.com or mountsplus.com.:confused:

Air.177
06-22-2004, 17:26
Here is a pic of the rifle and the Scope.

Air.177
06-22-2004, 17:28
I'll get the mount and rings as funding allows, but I've almost got it together.

Smokin Joe
06-22-2004, 18:55
How is the action on it?

Air.177
06-22-2004, 20:07
It's a little rough, but That's to be expected in a weapon with a finish like it has. I think that is is parkerizing, it is rather porous and rough, but with time, it will wear down. I really like the Accutrigger, but then again I haven't even fired it yet. Time will tell.

BadMuther
06-23-2004, 01:42
Originally posted by Air.177
I'll get the mount and rings as funding allows, but I've almost got it together.

credit card baby!

get that bad boy together and shoot it!