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    Bighorn, Beanland 6.5x47 rifle porn......

    very nice, and congrats to you man! Very lucky dude right there folks.
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    Some questions on a 6.5 CM custom build

    You know it...... I think that's the nicest thing about NSS, is that you can basically do the whole thing from one place and Jim's a good guy who knows his stuff.
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    Some questions on a 6.5 CM custom build

    No worries, the pack is badass and is completely relevant to argue for the folding stock, which I may have to do now lol.
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    Some questions on a 6.5 CM custom build

    Ok, so this is where I'm at so far, after speaking with Jim this morning for about 15 min.: Savage Varmint Stainless action with Varmint trigger, all the included work/goodies: ~500.00 Criterion Hand-lapped Match Grade @26" barrel: ~300.00 Mcrees G5 Model 1 fixed: ~627.00 (paid 75.00 more...
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    Some questions on a 6.5 CM custom build

    I agree totally.....not just Savage but most manufacturers these days. I have no idea what goes on in these guys' heads. They hire some new marketing genius that says "hey this has been great for the last decade, let's f*ck with it".
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    Some questions on a 6.5 CM custom build

    I love that backpack, somebody was thinking there.... nice pair of rifles bunsen, the .260 looks pretty sweet. How much was the Cerakote for the 6.5? Looks like it turned out pretty friggin' good....
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    Some questions on a 6.5 CM custom build

    That is a great looking weapon clayne, very subtle. Thanks for sharing it with us! The G5 impresses me, but haven't made up my mind on a folder or not. I think the only benefit for me on that end would be that it fit in my case easier having a folder.
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    Some questions on a 6.5 CM custom build

    I looked at the Model 12 as my first choice also, very nice. Definitely recommend changing the stock at least, Clayne. I guess there was an issue with the floating barrel making contact with the Hogue, causing occassional fliers and whatnot. Even if you haven't seen that yet, I don't know if I...
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    Some questions on a 6.5 CM custom build

    Thanks Triceratops, that's what I initially suspected, which is why I started with the Savage as a base for the project. Outside of that, I think I'm sold on the Mcrees G5. Maybe won't switch out the barrel until I see how it performs. Here i was starting to think I would have to start picking...
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    Some questions on a 6.5 CM custom build

    LOL.....us gun guys are freakin' nuts. Isn't it funny how almost all gun projects that initially start out simple evolve into some major friggin' albatross? This is beginning to take on a life of its own lol...
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    Some questions on a 6.5 CM custom build

    Ok, bungle you've got my attention.........so riddle me this. I like the Mcrees chassis - G5 non folder....probably do that. They say it's drop-in for stock actions, so assuming the custom action will also work how much of this can I do myself? Can I mate the custom barrel (likely Criterion or...
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    Some questions on a 6.5 CM custom build

    Too funny....... What is the likelihood that I'll find one with side mounted bolt release lever? That was mentioned above and I hadn't even given that a thought until now....I would prefer it there vs. the trigger version.
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    Some questions on a 6.5 CM custom build

    Thanks much Steve, I appreciate the help....:)
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    Some questions on a 6.5 CM custom build

    That's what I'm also looking at doing, Bungle. I'm buying this stuff a little at a time also to make it more affordable, and I chose the Savage action as it's a proven action for this build. Accurate and easy to work on/modify as you go. I may check into the ones you mentioned also, as it's...
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    Some questions on a 6.5 CM custom build

    Awesome information Steve and Mtn, that is a big help! So I guess that just leaves one major decision- stock or chassis system. I like the modularity and ease of home smithing you get with a chassis system, but which is going to be more accurate? I've heard that some chassis systems are not as...
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    Some questions on a 6.5 CM custom build

    MtnCreek- Yep, i think if you google Northwoods Shooter's Supply it should come up, that's where I initially looked when planning this thing. Make sure you check the spelling on this and get the right one though, there's quite a few places with a similar name. It should have his name somewhere...
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    Some questions on a 6.5 CM custom build

    Thanks for the heads up on the target action.....I just thought it was a match grade version, not a single shot. Also good to know about the bolt release on older models, a friend of mine has that setup on their .270 I think. Are there aftermarket actions with the side release made, or am gonna...
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    Some questions on a 6.5 CM custom build

    Thanks BKW, good ideas all around. haven't even thought of looking at the Mcrees, I'll have to check into it!
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    Some questions on a 6.5 CM custom build

    Forgot to add- If there's anything that I'm not considering or left out, let me know and I'll provide any other information you're looking for :)
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    Some questions on a 6.5 CM custom build

    Hey Guys, I'm working on a new custom build 6.5 CM based on a Savage action for LDS. I've noticed this has become a pretty popular build, and I've seen a lot of information on the subject here on The Hide. This is a new project for me, so I just want to clear up some things from some of you...
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