Just for conversation. Let's say $4000 all in. What would be you dream light weight elk rifle set up?
Dream Mountain Elk Rifle
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Remington 700
300 Win mag
Swarovski 6-18
And it costs about 1/2 of your estimate
300 Win mag
Swarovski 6-18
And it costs about 1/2 of your estimate
Mtn_Guide said:
Just for conversation. Let's say $4000 all in. What would be you dream light weight elk rifle set up?
How far do you plan on shooting?
http://www.weatherby.com/products/rifles/mark-v/mark-vr-dangerous-game-rifle.html
Some bushnell scope to stay within the budget.
Some bushnell scope to stay within the budget.
McMillan Rem700 stock.
Stiller Predator Action
Timney calvin trigger
Fluted barrel with muzzle break
scope depending on remaining budget and weight.
Edit: 7mag is what I'd use. Hot freaking round, flat as hell, not as brutal on you as the 300win mag
Stiller Predator Action
Timney calvin trigger
Fluted barrel with muzzle break
scope depending on remaining budget and weight.
Edit: 7mag is what I'd use. Hot freaking round, flat as hell, not as brutal on you as the 300win mag
With a $4k budget you have more than enough for a high-grade factory rifle, but not enough for a custom unless you go with a factory action or buy a used rig.
I'd go with this:
Tikka donor action and trigger
Proof carbon barrel chambered in 28 Nosler
McMillan Gamescout stock
Bushnell 4.5-18x44 LRHS
I'd go with this:
Tikka donor action and trigger
Proof carbon barrel chambered in 28 Nosler
McMillan Gamescout stock
Bushnell 4.5-18x44 LRHS
Good call on the Tikka action!
Kimber Adirondack in 6.5 CM. So light out of the box it felt like a toy. Even with a Vortex HST 4-16x on it's still light...and under that budget.
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Drop a Sako Finnlight in a McMillan edge tech stock. Top it with a Swarovski Z6 2.5-15x44. I'm thinking 7 mag or 30-06.
If I wanted even lighter, I'd look at Cooper's Model 92.
If I wanted even lighter, I'd look at Cooper's Model 92.
This, in 300 WSM.arrow said:
Drop a Sako Finnlight in a McMillan edge tech stock. Top it with a Swarovski Z6 2.5-15x44. I'm thinking 7 mag or 30-06.
Kimber Mountain Ascent 280 Ackley Improved.
Conquest 3-9
Berger 168 Classic Hunter
54 gr. RL-17
2900 fps
Conquest 3-9
Berger 168 Classic Hunter
54 gr. RL-17
2900 fps
That's a solid response, but the problem is you'd have to decide how to spend the remaining two grand.
A pre 64 Winchester model 70 in 300 H&H. You pick the scope.
agingcowboy said:
Kimber Adirondack in 6.5 CM. So light out of the box it felt like a toy. Even with a Vortex HST 4-16x on it's still light...and under that budget.
Does anyone on here have one or has shot one?
The weight is stupid light and every caliber coming from the factory with a muzzle brake makes me think this is not a very fun gun to shoot. But easily hauled around the mountain.
Mine has a brake which helps, but it's not bad to shoot. I can generally watch my shots hit. Unlike my 300 wm that knocks me off my target picture even braked.
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if you think you will be shooting long range i recommend the following
Huskemaw Blue Diamond 5-20x50 Rifle Scope
http://www.huskemaw.com/products.html
Huskemaw Blue Diamond 5-20x50 Rifle Scope
http://www.huskemaw.com/products.html
Second time this week I've heard this. I'm currently building my dream Elk rifle, and the guy building did a 180 recently and is all in on the Huskemaw.
my buddy has one on his 300 and 600-700 yard shots are no problem.Carl Hungus said:
Second time this week I've heard this. I'm currently building my dream Elk rifle, and the guy building did a 180 recently and is all in on the Huskemaw.
I'll take my .300 win mag Rem700 rebarrled by Horizon Firearms -- it'll definitely reach out and touch something. Completely outfitted falls just under your budget number.
Only thing I may update is the trigger and possibly scope, otherwise it sits just about perfect for me.
Ask me again when Horizon finishes my 6.5 Creedmoor on their Krux back country stock, but that one won't hit the $4000 budget -- but I'm sure it'll be my new favorite.
Only thing I may update is the trigger and possibly scope, otherwise it sits just about perfect for me.
Ask me again when Horizon finishes my 6.5 Creedmoor on their Krux back country stock, but that one won't hit the $4000 budget -- but I'm sure it'll be my new favorite.
My dream elk rifle is the one I could consistently hit an elk's vitals (think pie plate) out to 400 yards. That is what you need. You don't have it if you don't practice with it out to that range. A .243 is super on elk placed right. A 300 super mag kiss my ass large ass bullet doesn't mean crap if you can hit it right and I have to try to track it through the neighbors.
Sorry for the rant. Whatever you can shoot well is the best elk rifle.
I think I would like to get out to 500 yards consistently.Tx-Ag2010 said:Mtn_Guide said:
Just for conversation. Let's say $4000 all in. What would be you dream light weight elk rifle set up?
How far do you plan on shooting?
Right now I have:
Tikka t3x in .300wsm
Leopold VX 4.5-14
Harris Ultralight Bipod
It's actually a pretty good setup but I'd like to go a little lighter weight and I'm really not a fan of Tikka's stocks.
Obviously. My current accuracy isn't that much of a problem. I'm MOA at 400. I think I could do a little better but really looking for something lighter weight.BradMtn346 said:
My dream elk rifle is the one I could consistently hit an elk's vitals (think pie plate) out to 400 yards. That is what you need. You don't have it if you don't practice with it out to that range. A .243 is super on elk placed right. A 300 super mag kiss my ass large ass bullet doesn't mean crap if you can hit it right and I have to try to track it through the neighbors.
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I've got it.
Horizon Firearms 6.5 Creedmoor, threaded and spiral fluted barrel, etc. hydrodipped in Kryptek Typhon.
Horus Vision HDMR 3.5-21 x 50
It's going mule deer hunting with me in NM this fall.
Horizon Firearms 6.5 Creedmoor, threaded and spiral fluted barrel, etc. hydrodipped in Kryptek Typhon.
Horus Vision HDMR 3.5-21 x 50
It's going mule deer hunting with me in NM this fall.
The one I have is good enough...
Weatherby Vanguard in 300 Win Mag
McMillan Sako Classic with Edge Fill
Talley Lightweights
Leica 2.5-10x42 ER
180 gr. Barnes TTSX at approximately 3,050 fps.
8# 4oz all up, IIRC.
Weatherby Vanguard in 300 Win Mag
McMillan Sako Classic with Edge Fill
Talley Lightweights
Leica 2.5-10x42 ER
180 gr. Barnes TTSX at approximately 3,050 fps.
8# 4oz all up, IIRC.
IMO get what fits your type of hunting. Hiking, horseback, truck trolling...other? All the calibers listed above are plenty capable. I use a mark v 300 wby mag with a 3-9 wby scope and have taken Elk from 100 - 500 yrds. In your shoes I'd be inclined to find something with a 20" barrel w/5rd mag (we group hunt if they're scarce) and in a caliber found in most stores (bc **** happens).
First picture of mine has arrived. Still needs checkering and at least a weeks worth of finish on the walnut, but the basics are there. Shooting it tomorrow and making final adjustments/customizations. I'm like a school girl at a Bieber concert.
Can't figure out how to get the picture to load. Pocketgur disappeared from iOS so I'm using the full version that doesn't seem to be working. Anyone know what's up?
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Thank you!
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That's bigly Dream rifle.
That's bigly Dream rifle.
I was really close to buying a Tikka in a .300 WSM.
But my uncle offered up his Weatherby in .270 WSM. Finding an ammo combo I liked sorta sucked (ie expensive). Once I found an elk appropriate round it liked, it was nicer than anything I own. I had no problems hauling that Weatherby all over the place. It is now my "dream" to basically copy that rifle....and should be pretty doable.
But my uncle offered up his Weatherby in .270 WSM. Finding an ammo combo I liked sorta sucked (ie expensive). Once I found an elk appropriate round it liked, it was nicer than anything I own. I had no problems hauling that Weatherby all over the place. It is now my "dream" to basically copy that rifle....and should be pretty doable.
Sorry. I deal with some guys that think dollars spent means elk killed, and I hate trailing wounded elk, which is what they do best. It is one of my sore spots.
I've got a now 13 year old girl, daughter of a friend, that I have taken elk hunting 2 years now, and she has killed everything she has ever shot at with her 243.
I've got a now 13 year old girl, daughter of a friend, that I have taken elk hunting 2 years now, and she has killed everything she has ever shot at with her 243.
A real elk rifle must.
Be able to buy some shells for it at Joe's 6pack and sporting goods in BFE Colorado or Wyoming.
Sure, you'll never forget your shells. Or run out. Or grab the wrong box (me). Until you do. It is at this moment you will appreciate having any caliber you can find shells for in the average western states convenience store.
Be able to buy some shells for it at Joe's 6pack and sporting goods in BFE Colorado or Wyoming.
Sure, you'll never forget your shells. Or run out. Or grab the wrong box (me). Until you do. It is at this moment you will appreciate having any caliber you can find shells for in the average western states convenience store.
None of you guys want to hunt elk in September?
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