It is so awesome, I am having a hard time containing my excitement.
ILya
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I'm curious about what is the difference between the 308 and 6.5 extensions.
I read about plans of building '338 creedmoor' version. What is that?
I thought it was some sort of a subsonic 338, but I can't recall for the life of me where I heard that. Take it with a grain of salt.
ILya
Somewhere in the Q world, I heard it was supposed to be like a bigger 300 blackout. A 6.5 creedmoor cartridge necked-up to 338 for both subsonic and supersonic rounds.
Why? I dunno, didn't sound too interesting to me, but that's my opinion, worth exactly what you paid for it.
The original thread on this rifle referenced the merkel hinged action rifles due to the similarities in appearance. Not a shill or trying to troll, but does anyone know if the fix's action is mechanically similar to the merkel's since they are so aesthetically similar?
I asked Kevin about the apparent similarities between the Merkel and the Fix by PM when he was active on here. He basically said he has never seen the Merkel so couldn’t comment.
Sounds like a 338 Federal to me. Not sure why they're reinventing that particular wheel.
With everyone on here bitching about something or another, did I miss where someone one on here actually received one of the rifles and shoot it??
If so so how did it shoot? I like the concept but haven’t seen anything about accuracy and precision?
If so so how did it shoot? I like the concept but haven’t seen anything about accuracy and precision?
Had mine for a month and a half and loving it for what its intended to do... so update, a SHer let me know they modified the bolt for the heavy bolt lifts i was getting with the slightly hotter loads and Q responded to me today (yes on a Saturday) and offered to upgrade for free ... folks can bitch and moan, but they have been taking care of me just awesome ...
I received mine (a 308) but have not shot it yet. I'll do so the first week on January when I return home.
ILya
ILya
I also emailed Q multiple times discussing heavy bolt lift after reading the review on here. They acknowledge they had heavy bolt lift issues but they said they had a “fix” for it. I was a bit nervous as I have one on pre order. They also let me know I was third from the last to get my pre order in... so I’ve got that going for me.
What number are you?
Serial number? No idea. I wanna say my order number was 1260. I would have to find it to be sure but i pretty sure throats it
They also said it “should” be ready by February. Maybe before that as they are getting faster at productions as the days go by. I’m not gonna hold my breath but it does give me hope haha
Thanks , im in the high 700s
Anyone post pics yet?
Mine was in the first 40 ...
1040 or 0040. I thought the preorder was supposed to be 500 rifles, yet we see invoices > 1000. Just currious if they started with 1 or 1000 for their order numbers.
Serial number is 00xx where xx is < 40.
That's the serial on the rifle, right? What was your order number, if different? Thanks.
No idea on order number, ordered it through a dealer and he called me up ~ 2 months now when it was in.
PS: My Q Honey Badger I ordered at the same time came in 2 weeks ago and I form 4ed it (twice) last week.
My order number is 1093 and havent heard from them yet, soon hopefully. I will know when its coming since I still have to pay for the 6.5 barrel.
338 creedmoor is just necked up to 338 with the "creedmoor treatment" according to kevin.
338 creedmoor is just necked up to 338 with the "creedmoor treatment" according to kevin.
I finally got back stateside and the rifle in my hands. I set up a Tango6 4-24x50 on it that I just received from Sig for T&E and range time is tomorrow.
I spent a little time getting the cheekpiece and buttpad adjusted, so now everything fits me well. Since I will mostly be shooting off a bench tomorrow, I think I'll use my no-kick recoil shield tomorrow...
ILya
I spent a little time getting the cheekpiece and buttpad adjusted, so now everything fits me well. Since I will mostly be shooting off a bench tomorrow, I think I'll use my no-kick recoil shield tomorrow...
ILya
It is difficult to form concrete conclusions after one day at the range, but I am really liking this rifle for now. It is accurate with factory ammo (I'll do some load development later), handles well, and has a nice trigger. The stock adjusted nicely, so it fits me like a glove. The lock up of the folding stock is very solid.
While I am waiting for another mount to come in for the TT315M I earmarked for this rifle, I put a Sig Tango6 4-24x50 I just received. Even with this rather heavy scope and a bipod, it barely breaks past teen pounds.
The trigger is very nice and crisp. The bolt is less heavy than I expected and quite smooth.
There is really a lot to like.
I'll post updates as I keep shooting, but I am really liking this gun.
ILya
While I am waiting for another mount to come in for the TT315M I earmarked for this rifle, I put a Sig Tango6 4-24x50 I just received. Even with this rather heavy scope and a bipod, it barely breaks past teen pounds.
The trigger is very nice and crisp. The bolt is less heavy than I expected and quite smooth.
There is really a lot to like.
I'll post updates as I keep shooting, but I am really liking this gun.
ILya
So a member here told me Q had a fix for the heavy bolt, so i wrote to Q on FB and immediately got a ack and they turned it around in 1 day. These guys are great to work with. Will run some of my hotter reloads through it (6.5CM) this weekend and report out.
Me too ..... it grows on you more and more.
So what’s the Fix for heavy bolt lift?
can any one comment on the .308 16” barrel’s ability to cope with prolonged fire? Any POI changes?
I cant decide whether to get a spare 6.5 creedmoor and a .308 or just 2 6.5 creedmoor barrels.
I did not do any real rapidfire, but I fired fifteen shots without stopping for the barrel to cool down with nor discernible change in POI.
ILya
I will be in New England in February, so I will just bring The Fix with me and go visit them. They said they will take care of it while I am there. Easier than shipping the rifle back and forth.
ILya
I dont remember who posted up on here about bullseye indoor range in GA having the two fix rifles but i ended up picking up the 22" 6.5. I got rifle number 0093. Havent taken it to the range yet but have been playing with the action and trigger at home. Not shooting any riunds through it yet and thr bolt was smooth but then got a little harder to lift as i played with it. I noticed some some thick white grease in the bolt assembly while i was inspecting it so i tool some wd40 and sprayed it out then oiled with my gun oil. Helped loosem the bolt a bit. Gonna take it to the range tomorrow and see how everything goes. Ill make sure to post up my experiences with everything.
Looks like new bolt and some "innards" changed. Also they reduced the trigger pull on my gun - its now 2.5 lbs and very very crisp (like a glass rod).
Thats really interesting to hear. I have had contact with Q who have assured me all issues have been resolved and I won’t have a heavy bolt lift which is reassuring.
Nice!!
Stumbled upon this thread at lunch time and have been reading through all these posts. Reading your thorough review has me very interested in the gun. I still like my AI, but I may have to consider one in the future as a lightweight setup. Thanks for the honesty on the recoil... I wonder if they'll make a Fix for the new 224 Valkyrie round. I think that'd be like PB&J.
And if Kevin comes back, thanks for putting up with some of the newer members... I think some of them just wanted to increase their post counts instead of PMing you directly. The rest of us always greatly appreciate it when an industry rep comes in.
They are supposed to be making a “mini fix” and it will be for 224 vlk and 300blk among others. It’s supposed to take standard AR mags
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I love how negative everyone is. Lets just run Remington 700's for ever more.
Now, that I have been messing with it for a while... while The Fix" is an ambitious name, it is definitely a unique design.
The biggest thing it fixes for me is weight. This is easily the lightest bolt gun rifle with AR-like ergonomics and folding stock I am aware of. Add to that the ability to easily swap barrels and one of the fastest bolt throws I have seen to date.
I am one of those weird people who regularly practice shooting from unsupported and other odd positions and the 45 degree bolt is proving really useful. I can run this bolt really quickly and light weight is helpful.
Since there is no separate chassis, I do not need to be concerned with bedding of any sort, tightening chassis screws or anything like that. Another interesting thing, is that all the important clockwork is contained inside the bolt. How durable that is remains to be seen, since the design is new. However, from a serviceability standpoint, I wonder if I can simply have a spare bolt in case something goes wrong.
Unlike everyone else apparently, I also like being able to use ubiquitous AR-10 mags.
Whether that fixes anything for you is sorta personal, but it all adds up to a very interesting design for me.
ILya
The biggest thing it fixes for me is weight. This is easily the lightest bolt gun rifle with AR-like ergonomics and folding stock I am aware of. Add to that the ability to easily swap barrels and one of the fastest bolt throws I have seen to date.
I am one of those weird people who regularly practice shooting from unsupported and other odd positions and the 45 degree bolt is proving really useful. I can run this bolt really quickly and light weight is helpful.
Since there is no separate chassis, I do not need to be concerned with bedding of any sort, tightening chassis screws or anything like that. Another interesting thing, is that all the important clockwork is contained inside the bolt. How durable that is remains to be seen, since the design is new. However, from a serviceability standpoint, I wonder if I can simply have a spare bolt in case something goes wrong.
Unlike everyone else apparently, I also like being able to use ubiquitous AR-10 mags.
Whether that fixes anything for you is sorta personal, but it all adds up to a very interesting design for me.
ILya
Is the handguard a solid design? Im looking to add a clipon and the design and weight of the rifle looks like a ideal candidate for nighttime shooting
I think this platform would be perfect for the 224 Val. or how about the new 6.5 PRC. I just saw on EuroOptic today that the are going to start Magnum calibers in the Christensen MDR. 300 NM, 300WM 338LM. If Q would pull their head out of their a$$ and make it accept AICS mags so reloaders can actually load high BC bullets, it would be a miracle. The MDR is looking better everyday to me after actually seeing/handling one in a local shop. I wonder how long it will be until that is the case with "The Fix"?
I am not sure what you mean by "solid design"? It is a single piece design that feels quite sturdy. The top rail is a single piece, which attaches to both the action and the handguard.
ILya
Exactly what I was thinking!
Just want to make sure its not flimsy and has a lot of flex
I think some of you are missing the point about the rifle and magazines. It's a hunting rifle not a PRS rifle. I don't want to spend $90 on a 10 round or $70 on a 5 round magazine that is going to be clanking around in the woods, polymer is much quieter and $18 for a 5, 10, 20 round magazines. Get a KAC mag if you are that worried about it.
Completely agree with you. I read through this thread trying to find factual first hand information, but was disappointed to see pages of posts comprised of nothing more than folks complaining that this rifle doesn't meet their exact PRS needs. Very reminiscent of the internet's reaction to Glock's G19X announcement recently. Not every product release is meant to satisfy every single individual's needs. If you personally don't see the point of a product that's fine; but it likely fills a niche for a large group of other people.
Craigos and koshkin: Thank you both very much for your honest reviews - truly appreciated. A lightweight, accurate sporting rifle with AR ergonomics that I can easily hike with and hunt with is exactly what I am looking for; so I've gone ahead and placed an order. Koshkin - thanks also for your remarks on how the rifle handles in various shooting positions. I regularly practice awkward unsupported shooting with my AR's and pistols - glad to know the Fix runs easily in those situations too!
Take care all!
-Dave
To that extent it doesn't truly represent anything that a traditional design cannot do. A hunting rifle doesn't necessarily need to be tacticool and cost $3000+ to be lightweight, ergonomic and bolt action. Barrel changes? Why would I need to change my barrel when I can afford more than one gun for the same price. The fix is nice in that offers a non-traditional alternative. For it's stated purpose is it revolutionary? No. Costly? Oh yeah.
From my view the nice thing about the similarly positioned Christensen Arms MPR is that it does have a standard action that can be replaced in case the company goes under. They weigh approximately the same according to the user measured weight of the 16" models.
I think a lot of interested buyers look at the Fix more as a PRS rifle.
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