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Custom Saber Forsst Surgeon .338 Lapua Build

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chriswyg

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I am building my first custom rifle. I have decided to build a Tactical Competition Bolt Action .338 Lapua. I am going to post images of my project as parts come in. My Surgeon XL action came in just a few days ago so check it out. This action is going to be paired with the Ashbury Precision Ordnance Saber Forrst Mod-0 stock. I upgraded to a folding stock for a little chunk of change but will be worth it. As for my barrel I have decided to go with Krieger because everyone says they are the best for what I want to accomplish. I can't wait for my barrel, but I am going to have to because there is a 5 month wait. It's been almost a month into the order so 4 more to go. I am getting a 27" barrel with a muzzle brake and a 9.35" twist since I will be shooting 300 grain bullets. I am also having Krieger flute the barrel to give it a really nice look and a little more heat control. I will have to get my action and barrel coated after I pair them. I haven't made it that far because there are a ton of options to who can do it and what kind of designs there are. I am going with a base grey on the stock called Nordic Grey. If I go the cheaper route I will just go with a black coating on the action and barrel and have a two tone design. If I go the more expensive route I may go all out and do the 4 or 5 tone coating and be able to have a look no one has.I am just uneasy about having to ship my action and barrel to someone and my stock for that matter that can do the multi-tone design coating. I have not heard of anyone that is local to Tulsa that could do what I am picturing. With that said, does anyone know a good gunsmith that can do great coating work? I have plenty of time though to make the coating decision so I would like to input for that.

As for my accessories I have an Atlas v8.1 bipod with quick release. These bipods are one of the best on the market and very well built.

I am looking for some advice on the type of scope I should consider for long range competition shots at 1000 yards or even farther being that the .338 Lapua can reach 1500 meters accurately. Being in Oklahoma I don't have mountains to shoot into so as much as I want too shoot 1500 yards I don't believe I will have the time or cash to travel to fair very often. So if anyone as any advice as to where I could go that has that kind of range available, I would appreciate it.

If anyone would like to comment on my build I would like to hear every bodies opinions.
 
Re: Custom Saber Forrst Surgeon .338 Lapua Build

Sounds like a hell of a build. In fact it sounds a lot like the Ashbury ASW .338LM

I got some time on one recently and it really felt nice.

What is your budget on glass. That will be the primary consideration.
 
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Sounds like a hell of a build. In fact it sounds a lot like the Ashbury ASW .338LM

I got some time on one recently and it really felt nice.

What is your budget on glass. That will be the primary consideration. </div></div>

Indeed, I've got 1k rounds through my Gap/Ashbury rifle. Rifle takes some getting used to, but in the end its once of the best balanced rifles out there in my opinion.

OP if your having a rifle that looks in the 5k+ USD range to be built....don't cheap out now. I would put a S&B on it.

Some eye candy for op....its a S/A....but my ASW338 thats sort of on order will be setup almost exactly the same.

IMG_1487.jpg
 
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Thanks, I spent a few months going back and forth on the Accuracy International stocks and the Saber Forsst but finally realized I wanted a Surgeon XL action and it wouldn't work with the Accuracy International AX stock, so everyone says which makes since on how heavy duty the Surgeon XL actions are and they have a flat wide base. It weighed 4 LBS just by itself.

My budget would be no more than $2500.00 I am even up for a used one being that the minute you amount on a brand new scope you will have scope marks. So I may go to the extent of coating my scope to match my build if I decide to go with a multi tone coating which jumps up to about $350 to $450 to get complete gun coating.
 
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I was on the Asbury site last night but couldnt find the pricing...what are these going for? Great looking stock IMO.

+1 from your specs agrre dont cheap out on glass but full disclosure I had a 10X Super Sniper on my AWM while for a few months waiting for the PR's to roll out...got some funny looks on that one.
 
Re: Custom Saber Forrst Surgeon .338 Lapua Build

It'll be a nice rifle. It'll balance to the point where you could do positionals very easy.
 
Re: Custom Saber Forrst Surgeon .338 Lapua Build

The Mod 0 stocks run about 1650 and the Mod 1's run 2550, depending on options and exact action, etc. Production has not yet caught up, they are still 6-8 weeks out for an order placed today.
 
Re: Custom Saber Forrst Surgeon .338 Lapua Build

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Saber Sniper</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Thanks, I spent a few months going back and forth on the Accuracy International stocks and the Saber Forsst but finally realized I wanted a <span style="font-weight: bold">Surgeon XL action and it wouldn't work with the Accuracy International AX stock, so everyone says which makes since on how heavy duty the Surgeon XL actions are and they have a flat wide base</span>. It weighed 4 LBS just by itself.

My budget would be no more than $2500.00 I am even up for a used one being that the minute you amount on a brand new scope you will have scope marks. So I may go to the extent of coating my scope to match my build if I decide to go with a multi tone coating which jumps up to about $350 to $450 to get complete gun coating. </div></div>

Saber,

This sounds like its going to be a really fine rifle. I like all the components that you have chosen. I would like to point out that the Surgeon XL will fit in a AX chassis. I'm not sure on what if any mods have to be done to make it work but I know it will because I've seen several 338LM on Surgeon XL actions and AX chassis.
Good luck with your build.

Dustin Morris
 
Re: Custom Saber Forsst Surgeon .338 Lapua Build

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dustin Morris</div><div class="ubbcode-body">

Saber,

This sounds like its going to be a really fine rifle. I like all the components that you have chosen. I would like to point out that the Surgeon XL will fit in a AX chassis. I'm not sure on what if any mods have to be done to make it work but I know it will because I've seen several 338LM on Surgeon XL actions and AX chassis.
Good luck with your build.

Dustin Morris</div></div>

I was about to purchase an Accuracy International AX stock on EuroOptics.com and right before I checked out I read that the AX stock will not fit a Surgeon XL because Surgeon Rifles has exclusive rights to use the AX stock and Surgeon XL together. I even called Surgeon Rifles and they explained to me that the Surgeon XL Action is designed differently than your Remington Foot Print actions. They said that they have a deal with Accuracy International where AI makes stocks just for the Surgeon XL action. At that point I was like crap because the AX stock is really nice and more affordable than the Ashbury Saber Forsst. I was going to go ahead and look into other actions that where out there in a 338 lapua with the Remington 700 foot print. When it was all said and done I talked myself into going with what I want because I was going to spend a few thousand on a build anyway. I knew I wanted an action that was going to be very heavy duty because I want a competition rifle not a hunting rifle so it was between the Badger Ordnance Action or the Surgeon XL Action. I called Ashbury to start asking all kinds of questions about different actions and different options one question was, Does the Badger Ordnance action drop into the Saber Forsst Stocks and they said they were still working on perfecting the stock to accept the Badger Ordnance action. I asked how long and they said they were not sure but hopefully by spring. I had to get my barrel ordered or I would be waiting a year for that so I decided to go with the Surgeon XL because Ashbury has been producing the stocks that fit Surgeon XL and it was a two month wait maximum.


The compromise that I did do was between the Mod-0 and the Mod-1 stocks from Ashbury. I went with the Mod-0 because it was $1650 and $156 upgrade charge to add the folding stock. They only bad thing I noticed was that I can't mount any rails on the sides of the forend. That kinda sucks but I couldn't see myself fabricating the forend to allow the Surgeon Action to fit. The Mod-1 has a monolithic rail on top that goes over the action and bolts to it. I called Surgeon Rifles again and they told me that Ashbury ordered like 25 XL actions that they called the XL-II that didn't have the rail built-in. Surgeon told me that I couldn't buy the Surgeon XL-II because it was for Ashury's Rifle builds. So it made my decision easier because I would also save $700.00 in the end.

Now I do plan on looking into either making some custom brackets to do some side mounts or take it to a gunsmith and see if it is possible to insert female threading on the front forend to add the side rails. Now I will just have to deal with that later and it gives me more to work on and adapt to a really sweet build.

A little more info than you might want but I thought I would go ahead and explain my process and decision making to get to this point of the build.

Now I am waiting on my stock to come in and barrel. I haven't ordered my trigger yet because I was wanting other people's opinions about what they have experienced in the past.
 
Re: Custom Saber Forrst Surgeon .338 Lapua Build

Just FYI, the hard points for side rails are on the Mod 0, it's just not delivered with side rails. You can get 12" plain, 12" with flush cup points, 4", 4" with flush cup and 4" EO rails.
 
Re: Custom Saber Forsst Surgeon .338 Lapua Build

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: CoryT</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Just FYI, the hard points for side rails are on the Mod 0, it's just not delivered with side rails. You can get 12" plain, 12" with flush cup points, 4", 4" with flush cup and 4" EO rails.</div></div>

Thanks for the correction, I'm glad you told me that. I guess I would have figured it out when it gets delivered to me but now that makes me feel like it was a better buy for my budget I can always add those rails when ever I want. So how much are the 12" plain and the 12" with flush cup points? Also are there any images of those two 12" rails? Haha I'm already wanting to upgrade... I will have to do 4 of them at some point to make it look the best but I'm guessing it will be a couple hundred more?
 
Re: Custom Saber Forrst Surgeon .338 Lapua Build

You just told me several things I didn't know. Thanks for the information.

Dustin Morris
 
Re: Custom Saber Forrst Surgeon .338 Lapua Build

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: CoryT</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Just FYI, the hard points for side rails are on the Mod 0, it's just not delivered with side rails. You can get 12" plain, 12" with flush cup points, 4", 4" with flush cup and 4" EO rails. </div></div>

Cory, you may want to check with APO on that. Mr. Peterson told me at SHOT that the Mod "0" will have the inserts for the top rail installed. One of the price savings is from NOT installing the side inserts.

Both the Mod "0" chassis at SHOT and the pictures in their sales literature show slick sides.

However I was told the the forend can be drilled and tapped by the end user for whatever rails you want to install. I wasn't aware that you could do that with carbon fiber, but they assure me you can.
 
Re: Custom Saber Forsst Surgeon .338 Lapua Build

No problem, I have been back and forth with the AX and the Saber Forsst because both are really sweet stocks so I have called several people 10 different times asking all kinds of questions to understand how a build really goes and what kind of options and limitation I had because I almost wasted some money and/or dealt with returning some gun parts.

Now, I haven't talked about my barrel at all except what manufacturer I was going with. I have several more reasons to why I was going with Krieger Barrels... If anyone wants to know some differences between Krieger and other manufacturers let me know and I can explain a little about why I went Krieger than any other like Hart or Lilja or any other great custom barrel makers.
 
Re: Custom Saber Forsst Surgeon .338 Lapua Build

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: CoryT</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Just FYI, the hard points for side rails are on the Mod 0, it's just not delivered with side rails. You can get 12" plain, 12" with flush cup points, 4", 4" with flush cup and 4" EO rails. </div></div>

Cory, you may want to check with APO on that. Mr. Peterson told me at SHOT that the Mod "0" will have the inserts for the top rail installed. One of the price savings is from NOT installing the side inserts.

Both the Mod "0" chassis at SHOT and the pictures in their sales literature show slick sides.

However I was told the the forend can be drilled and tapped by the end user for whatever rails you want to install. I wasn't aware that you could do that with carbon fiber, but they assure me you can.</div></div>

Well I'm getting my hopes up now... Either way if I have to tap and drill myself then that's fine I guess I am trying to be a little conservative because I still haven't paid for coating or a scope.
 
Re: Custom Saber Forrst Surgeon .338 Lapua Build

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Saber Sniper</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: CoryT</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Just FYI, the hard points for side rails are on the Mod 0, it's just not delivered with side rails. You can get 12" plain, 12" with flush cup points, 4", 4" with flush cup and 4" EO rails. </div></div>

Cory, you may want to check with APO on that. Mr. Peterson told me at SHOT that the Mod "0" will have the inserts for the top rail installed. One of the price savings is from NOT installing the side inserts.

Both the Mod "0" chassis at SHOT and the pictures in their sales literature show slick sides.

However I was told the the forend can be drilled and tapped by the end user for whatever rails you want to install. I wasn't aware that you could do that with carbon fiber, but they assure me you can.</div></div>

Well I'm getting my hopes up now... Either way if I have to tap and drill myself then that's fine I guess I am trying to be a little conservative because I still haven't paid for coating or a scope. </div></div>


Errr Theres no way I'd tap/drill the carbon Fiber on that hand guard....that is asking for trouble if you ask me.
 
Re: Custom Saber Forrst Surgeon .338 Lapua Build

Maybe they're talking about drilling,tapping, then installing threaded inserts.
 
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That's what I had pictured. I figured you could tap drill the carbon and insert the threads but I don't know how to appropriately bond the carbon fiber and the threads since I am not a gunsmith I don't know a good method. But if Ashbury can do it then I should be able or a gunsmith should be able.
 
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My bad, the newest ones will have the inserts deleted. You can upgrade to the standard Quattro unit, so I'd do that if you ever want the side rails. I don't have that cost handy, but I'll find out abnd post it here.
 
Re: Custom Saber Forsst Surgeon .338 Lapua Build

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Saber Sniper</div><div class="ubbcode-body">That's what I had pictured. I figured you could tap drill the carbon and insert the threads but I don't know how to appropriately bond the carbon fiber and the threads since I am not a gunsmith I don't know a good method. But if Ashbury can do it then I should be able or a gunsmith should be able. </div></div>

Remember Ashbury is doing it as part of the curing process more than likely. If you drill/tap the carbon fiber you run the risk of cracking the carbon fiber, and then you are completely screwed.
 
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Poison123</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
Errr Theres no way I'd tap/drill the carbon Fiber on that hand guard....that is asking for trouble if you ask me. </div></div>

I specifically asked if a threaded insert or helicoil would be needed. He stated no, you can drill and tap directly into the carbon fiber. I didn't measure it, but the handguard is pretty thick. Different epoxies and different curing techniques yield different strengths. I would be inclined to believe the manufacturer. I wouldn't go clamping a tipod on the side and channel recoil through it, but for lights/lasers/etc. I am betting it will be just fine.
 
Re: Custom Saber Forrst Surgeon .338 Lapua Build

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Poison123</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
Errr Theres no way I'd tap/drill the carbon Fiber on that hand guard....that is asking for trouble if you ask me. </div></div>

I specifically asked if a threaded insert or helicoil would be needed. He stated no, you can drill and tap directly into the carbon fiber. I didn't measure it, but the handguard is pretty thick. Different epoxies and different curing techniques yield different strengths. I would be inclined to believe the manufacturer. I wouldn't go clamping a tipod on the side and channel recoil through it, but for lights/lasers/etc. I am betting it will be just fine. </div></div>

*shrugs* From what I've seen in the car world....I wouldn't do it.
 
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I am not trying to convince anyone, one way or the other.

Just passing on information from the manufacturer. Maybe if it plays out this year I will be able to test it out.

I have some carbon car and motorcycle parts in the garage right now. Not really an accurate comparison.
 
Re: Custom Saber Forrst Surgeon .338 Lapua Build

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: CoryT</div><div class="ubbcode-body">My bad, the newest ones will have the inserts deleted. You can upgrade to the standard Quattro unit, so I'd do that if you ever want the side rails. I don't have that cost handy, but I'll find out abnd post it here.</div></div>

Can you check Monday? If it's somewhat reasonable I may want APO to go ahead and install the threads so I could add the side rails later. My clocks ticking so I don't know how far they are with mine but if it's still an option I would prefer side rails. It just looks more tactical and you can put more accessories on there.
 
Re: Custom Saber Forrst Surgeon .338 Lapua Build

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Saber Sniper</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: CoryT</div><div class="ubbcode-body">My bad, the newest ones will have the inserts deleted. You can upgrade to the standard Quattro unit, so I'd do that if you ever want the side rails. I don't have that cost handy, but I'll find out abnd post it here.</div></div>

Can you check Monday? If it's somewhat reasonable I may want APO to go ahead and install the threads so I could add the side rails later. My clocks ticking so I don't know how far they are with mine but if it's still an option I would prefer side rails. <span style="font-weight: bold">It just looks more tactical and you can put more accessories on there.</span> </div></div>


LOL
 
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Just got my Atlas Bipod v8.1. These puppies seemed like they were kind of hard to find. I read on the Atlas website that they were awarded a government contract and are not manufacturing any to the general public at the moment. I wonder how long that will be. Anyways here are some images of the Atlas Bipod.

AtlasBipod.jpg

AtlasBipod2.jpg
 
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Still waiting on my stock to get finished. While I am waiting does anyone know a really good gunsmith that can coat my action and barrel?
 
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Kind of disappointed with Ashbury Precision Ordnance, I had to send my Mod - 0 stock back because my image of quality control is obviously different than Ashbury's. When I received my stock it was scratched right below where the action sits, which really wasn't the issue I had. The hand grip was not tight, they had to shorten the screw that holds it in place but before they could fix that they dug the bolt into the aluminum to try to tighten it down and now I have what appears to me is damage. That again wasn't my main concern but with that already said their quality control is much lower than I expected for a $2000.00 stock. So the reason why I sent the stock back was because of the carbon fiber fore end. First off I know that working with carbon fiber is hard to do and it takes skill to achieve high quality finished carbon fiber products.

Ashbury Precision Ordnance was prompt and understanding on the phone and sent me a return label immediately. I sent it back and they in return sent it back to me quickly but the disappoiniting thing was the fact that they hardly touched the carbon fiber. They say that they have a sand blasted natural finish, which is wonderful but when I tell them that my concern is with the carbon fiber fore end they fixed one thing on it and it was one of the thread insert that was not flush with the carbon and crooked. There are holes on the sides and top as well that are there for the carbon fiber process and after it hardens the holes are then filled with an epoxy. The thing is the holes were never filled all the way. When I received it the first time it was pretty bad but the messed up thing is when I received it the second time it almost appeared like they didn't fill it anymore.... Well they did a little but again was not flush and was not looking as nice is the images appear online. So the holes are still one of my main issues but my other issue is the "finished look" it really bothers me that they actually approve the "finished product" I am amazed that they do not have higher standards and I can not believe after sending it to them to finish the stock they send it back without fixing the scratches, It was bead blasted but was not done very well so it did not cover up the scratches caused by sanding it down or buffing it. Also there are air bubbles in the carbon fiber on both sides of the fore end, is that bad? And to top it off with the issues that the fore end has is that the seam that matches up on the side of the fore end has a line all the way down the fore end because they did not use any filler in the low areas. Is there a reason why they would ignore the carbon fiber issues? I was so excited when it arrived the first time but after getting it back the second time I am really starting to regret buying one of these stocks. Maybe Ashbury isn't ready for carbon fiber fore ends....
 
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Since I was considering this exact stock, exact action (surgeon 1581 XL) and a kreiger barrel (i was kinda wondering if you were spying on me) i had a few questions for you. with the stock, did you order it directly from them or a distributor (ie stocky stocks)? also i noticed the action as a recoil lug built into it, does this fit well into the stock as you are attaching the foreguard? in reference to the finish of the carbon fiber, is it polished smooth (like i would imagine it to be in order to see the weave pattern) or is it more muted/sandblasted like i think ive read in your post. since the action has an integrated rail on top (no clue as to what MOA it adds, hopefully 30-40) how did the action merry up to the foreguard? it seems like it would sit kinda uneaven with the top of the action and into the height of the rail. if that is the case, what height rings did you get? i plan on putting a US Optics 5-25X56 scope with a 35mm tube on top and i know its going to be a beast up there so i need to have the right height going into this.

ok if that isnt enough to keep you busy, can you tell me why you chose kreiger for the barrel? did you need to specify the particular threads in order for the receiver to match the barrel? did you install the barrel and action yourself or did you have a smith do it? what sort of crown did you get for the barrel and why did you choose the rate of twist that you did? i heard that 1-10 was ideal for 300gr bullets.

did you decide on a trigger yet? are you going to use the pillars the surgeon rifle comes with? how do they integrate to the APO stock?

ahhh so many questions! sorry for the rant but im in afghanistan with nothing to do but dream up a long distance rig to treat myself with when i get out of here.
 
Re: Custom Saber Forrst Surgeon .338 Lapua Build

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Poison123</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: LoneWolfUSMC</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Poison123</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
Errr Theres no way I'd tap/drill the carbon Fiber on that hand guard....that is asking for trouble if you ask me. </div></div>

I specifically asked if a threaded insert or helicoil would be needed. He stated no, you can drill and tap directly into the carbon fiber. I didn't measure it, but the handguard is pretty thick. Different epoxies and different curing techniques yield different strengths. I would be inclined to believe the manufacturer. I wouldn't go clamping a tipod on the side and channel recoil through it, but for lights/lasers/etc. I am betting it will be just fine. </div></div>



*shrugs* From what I've seen in the car world....I wouldn't do it. </div></div>

This isn't the "car world"

APO's head of production told me that the carbon fiber they are using is stronger then most metals. I wouldn't have any reservations in tapping the carbon fiber and putting a but of epoxy on the threads before screwing them down. You would be surprised the strength of carbon fiber. It is an extremely strong product.
 
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I'll second KYS on this one. My APO chassis will be here Friday or first of next week. The APO rep I delt with was extremely helpful and assured me that there is no problem tapping the carbon fiber.
 
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When using the standard Surgeon XL action, there will be no integrated top rail, you just use the actions rail for scope mounting. A small forward rail section can be used for mounting NVG/thermal sights. The recoil lug just slips ring into the center section, the fore end bolts to the center section. Teh pillars and bottom metal are not used, the action bolts directly to the center section which has the mag well and trigger guard built in.

The carbon fiber is a 'prepreg' type, vacuum bagged and is a plain matte finish, in keeping with the mil-spec coatings used on the rest of the system. There is no gel coat, you can screw and glue right to it, no problems.
 
Re: Custom Saber Forrst Surgeon .338 Lapua Build

Poison,
What are the specs on your short action gap/ashbury rifle?
 
Re: Custom Saber Forrst Surgeon .338 Lapua Build

Disregard I found it.
 
Re: Custom Saber Forsst Surgeon .338 Lapua Build

Hey Saber Sniper...

It seems you are on the money with your new build... I would love to see some pics of the finish product... I'm sure it's going to be awesome.. Congrats...

What brand of 300gr bullet are you using?

I am having someone built a rifle for me with identical spec, but I am using a McMillan A5 stock....I was told that with the Surgeon XL 1518 I would not be able to load 300g Berger bullets, because I would end up with a cartridge that was too long.... I would have to seat the bullet too deep into the casing in order to use the 300g Berger which is not an option... I will have to use the 250g SMK for it.... I am also using Lapua brass... Thanks Saber...
 
Sounds like a nice build! Have you gotten any farther any more pictures?
 
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