Wondering if anyone has any thoughts on this rifle. I've read a number of reviews and seen some videos from SHOT but was curious about any practical experience. I am looking for a nice .338 and was fairly settled on a TRG-42 but am now considering the MRAD. Any thoughts would be appreciated. Thanks.
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The MRAD is awesome, Barrett did a great job on it and it's switch caliber capable
The MRAD is awesome, Barrett did a great job on it and it's switch caliber capable
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I was just like you, and was thinking I wanted the MRAD. Looking back I wanted it because of aesthetics. I have the TRG-42 now. I couldn't be happier!
Here is the link to what I did with mine.
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthre...937#Post3042937
I was just like you, and was thinking I wanted the MRAD. Looking back I wanted it because of aesthetics. I have the TRG-42 now. I couldn't be happier!
Here is the link to what I did with mine.
http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthre...937#Post3042937
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Very nice looking rifle, thanks for the link! The guys at my club that really shoot long distances recommended the Sako. I was pretty set on that, but if the MRAD is as accurate (which I currently have no knowledge of) the one thing that "feels" interesting would be the ability to switch calibers. Well... it would also be "cool" to own a Barrett. This would be a very large indulgence on my part so am taking my time on the decision.
Very nice looking rifle, thanks for the link! The guys at my club that really shoot long distances recommended the Sako. I was pretty set on that, but if the MRAD is as accurate (which I currently have no knowledge of) the one thing that "feels" interesting would be the ability to switch calibers. Well... it would also be "cool" to own a Barrett. This would be a very large indulgence on my part so am taking my time on the decision.
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If you are thinking about a multi-cal system The Desert Tactical Arms SRS is tried and trued. I have read a lot about the MRAD and there is some skepticism about it holding accuracy with barrel changes. All I am is saying is that if I were going to spend all that money I would want to know for sure the system I was purchasing was going to be "dead nuts" accurate.
If you are thinking about a multi-cal system The Desert Tactical Arms SRS is tried and trued. I have read a lot about the MRAD and there is some skepticism about it holding accuracy with barrel changes. All I am is saying is that if I were going to spend all that money I would want to know for sure the system I was purchasing was going to be "dead nuts" accurate.
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The issue with the DTAs are that they do not always work right out of the box. I have seen plenty of them around here and I have yet to see one that functioned 100%. Most of them have had to get parts replaced and quite a few still have intermittent problems.
The issue with the DTAs are that they do not always work right out of the box. I have seen plenty of them around here and I have yet to see one that functioned 100%. Most of them have had to get parts replaced and quite a few still have intermittent problems.
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At the SHC we have a "walk in" stage where the shooters engage a 1 MOA target from 500 yards in, and only 2 people out of 60+ cleaned the stage, 1 was using an MRAD. 5 Shot groups on each target, the MRAD cleaned it.
Also we have had several people try to compete with a 338 caliber rifle and they have never fared well until Tom Fuller brought a Barrett 338, he was a Top 10 shooter in a tactical competition usually won by 6.5 caliber rifles.
I have a video on Youtube of me shooting an MRAD and on command went instructed to hit an 8X14 target at 1000 yards, I just transition to it and nail it.
The MRAD is plenty accurate. The guys out here from TBAC use the MRAD to great success. Accuracy is not an issue and is much more flexible than a TRG.
At the SHC we have a "walk in" stage where the shooters engage a 1 MOA target from 500 yards in, and only 2 people out of 60+ cleaned the stage, 1 was using an MRAD. 5 Shot groups on each target, the MRAD cleaned it.
Also we have had several people try to compete with a 338 caliber rifle and they have never fared well until Tom Fuller brought a Barrett 338, he was a Top 10 shooter in a tactical competition usually won by 6.5 caliber rifles.
I have a video on Youtube of me shooting an MRAD and on command went instructed to hit an 8X14 target at 1000 yards, I just transition to it and nail it.
The MRAD is plenty accurate. The guys out here from TBAC use the MRAD to great success. Accuracy is not an issue and is much more flexible than a TRG.
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can you get the MRAD in short action calibers?
can you get the MRAD in short action calibers?
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Bacarrat</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The issue with the DTAs are that they do not always work right out of the box. I have seen plenty of them around here and I have yet to see one that functioned 100%. Most of them have had to get parts replaced and quite a few still have intermittent problems. </div></div>
Wow...I just bought one. I have yet to shoot it, but I'll get a chance tomorrow. I hope what you are saying doesn't ring true for me.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Bacarrat</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The issue with the DTAs are that they do not always work right out of the box. I have seen plenty of them around here and I have yet to see one that functioned 100%. Most of them have had to get parts replaced and quite a few still have intermittent problems. </div></div>
Wow...I just bought one. I have yet to shoot it, but I'll get a chance tomorrow. I hope what you are saying doesn't ring true for me.
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Yes, I have seen the MRAD in 260, it switches from 338 to 308 ... you just get the bolt head and barrel.
Yes, I have seen the MRAD in 260, it switches from 338 to 308 ... you just get the bolt head and barrel.
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awesome, I am going to have to take a look at one of these
awesome, I am going to have to take a look at one of these
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Did Barrett announce when the switch calibers were gonna be out ?
Did Barrett announce when the switch calibers were gonna be out ?
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No dates yet that I have found. There's some information about the kits in this thread though. http://snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=3030619#Post3030619
I had a quick look just now on gunbroker and a few other sites but nobody seems to have the MRAD in stock. Are they still ramping up production?
No dates yet that I have found. There's some information about the kits in this thread though. http://snipershide.com/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=3030619#Post3030619
I had a quick look just now on gunbroker and a few other sites but nobody seems to have the MRAD in stock. Are they still ramping up production?
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.338 to .260 = cat's ass!
.338 to .260 = cat's ass!
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: HotRod308</div><div class="ubbcode-body">.338 to .260 = cat's ass! </div></div>
Has the .260 been confirmed. I've heard rumors of it
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: HotRod308</div><div class="ubbcode-body">.338 to .260 = cat's ass! </div></div>
Has the .260 been confirmed. I've heard rumors of it
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: GoBig</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Bacarrat</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The issue with the DTAs are that they do not always work right out of the box. I have seen plenty of them around here and I have yet to see one that functioned 100%. Most of them have had to get parts replaced and quite a few still have intermittent problems. </div></div>
Wow...I just bought one. I have yet to shoot it, but I'll get a chance tomorrow. I hope what you are saying doesn't ring true for me. </div></div>
I'm very fortunate!!! I got a chance to shoot my DTA SRS in 300 Win Mag for the very first time today and did not have any issues. They must be doing something right these days!
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: GoBig</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Bacarrat</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The issue with the DTAs are that they do not always work right out of the box. I have seen plenty of them around here and I have yet to see one that functioned 100%. Most of them have had to get parts replaced and quite a few still have intermittent problems. </div></div>
Wow...I just bought one. I have yet to shoot it, but I'll get a chance tomorrow. I hope what you are saying doesn't ring true for me. </div></div>
I'm very fortunate!!! I got a chance to shoot my DTA SRS in 300 Win Mag for the very first time today and did not have any issues. They must be doing something right these days!
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: skr</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Does anyone know where to get ahold of an MRAD? Can't seem to find anyone with it in stock.</div></div>
Try Lin Schriver gun sales.
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: skr</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Does anyone know where to get ahold of an MRAD? Can't seem to find anyone with it in stock.</div></div>
Try Lin Schriver gun sales.
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Sounds like they are running a year behind at this point. All the switch barrels sets were supposed to be out towards the end of last year. Sounds like people will be lucky to see them by mid year this year now
Sounds like they are running a year behind at this point. All the switch barrels sets were supposed to be out towards the end of last year. Sounds like people will be lucky to see them by mid year this year now
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What about the different barrel lengths? I was thinking 24 or 27 but am curious about any experience folks have had. I guess you could have both at some point, but wondering if you had to pick one, which one would you pick. Thanks.
What about the different barrel lengths? I was thinking 24 or 27 but am curious about any experience folks have had. I guess you could have both at some point, but wondering if you had to pick one, which one would you pick. Thanks.
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I've been shooting a MRAD for a few months now. It's been very accurate. I like it a lot
I've been shooting a MRAD for a few months now. It's been very accurate. I like it a lot
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I am impressed with the MRAD. I like it.
When they do a 6.5 CM, I will own one.
I am impressed with the MRAD. I like it.
When they do a 6.5 CM, I will own one.
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I am happy to hear that the MRAD is doing well!
I am happy to hear that the MRAD is doing well!
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