As far as a factory production rifle, whats everybody liking in the 338 lapua mag platform? Without spending $4k+?
338 lm build
- Thread starter BB KoncepZ
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If thats your budget, assemble it yourself with quality components. You can even get the tools to do it and still be way under budget.
Doesn't he specify "factory production rifle"?
I know Savage has several versions in 338LM but my favorite was the TRG42 from Sako. You also have the Ruger RPR in the mix now.
I owned the TRG42 but sold it back during the chemo year of life. It was a comfortable platform with accuracy to spare.
Recently, I decided to go 338LM and did some shopping. Prices have definitely escalated from a year ago (or less). I also looked into building one from the ground up and that idea won. I have a Brux 9.5 twist blank to finish at 30" and it will go on a Kauger Precision SST Viper action. Once that is done my plans include the KRG X-Ray chassis and a Trigger Tech trigger.
Funny thing though; I have about as much sunk into dies and components as gun parts right now.
He does, but who would opt for that over a custom? I suspect maybe he doesn't know he can do that. The TRG is one the few that uses his budget, and is a good rifle. No chance I pick the TRG though when I could have a Lone Peak/Bartlein/AI chassis for his budget.
Under 4K and nice?
Your going to probably need to piece it together or find a good deal on a TRG.
Your going to probably need to piece it together or find a good deal on a TRG.
I bought a RPR in 6 CM a few months ago. I really don't care for the butt of the chassis but it does shoot very well.
A buddy has one of the Savage 110 versions in 338. He paid $1500 before the big run. Now they are running $2k+ and the RPR 338LM I have seen are right at $2,500. I'll be sitting about $2500 in my custom build when finished.
Savage or Ruger?
if that’s your question then I would say Ruger.
Why?
The battel quality is likely to be better (less tool marks) and I prefer the Ruger bolt design over Savage.
My buddy had some issue with his bolt right away and it took a while to get resolved.
Check out the Christiansen arms ELR in 338, in your price range, carbon fiber and they shoot great.
None of these are mine.
My son owns a 110 BA Stealth...honest 3/4 minute all day long with 300 A-Tips.
Easy to fit any AR buttstock of your choice, the factory one is a bit cheesy but functional.
Easy enuf to spend 2-4 times as much, but why?
Easy to fit any AR buttstock of your choice, the factory one is a bit cheesy but functional.
Easy enuf to spend 2-4 times as much, but why?
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I have an rpr in 338 lm, i didnt change anything to the rifle really except having to adjust the brake strait cause it was crooked from the factory. But i got it after everything went to shit and still only paid 2k for it new in the box. With a scope and ammo and dies and bullets and powder and a bipod im hovering around 4k total into it.... but allready looking at better scopes too.
LOOK HERE! Seems like a great deal.
Firearms - TRG 42 FOR SALE. SOLD
338 Black phosphate post 2013 with about 500rds on it. Has a few small upgrades. Atlas adaptor, rear monopod attachment point. I have a factory trg bipod as well. It is an absolute hammer too. Pm me for pics, I'll try to get some posted here as soon as I can. $3000 OBO
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