Edit: Selling the X-bolt, looking to possibly build something.
Just aquired a browning X-bolt Pro McMillan in 6.5cm, 26”. Got it for far less than MSRP (~$2200). So my question is, for the amount, can I do better? A bit higher priced production gun, would like to see everyone’s opinions.
Before I impulsively bought this, A Tikka CTR was on the radar, with a KRG bravo.
Only reason I have a little buyers remorse is: My range is 300 yards and I’ll mostly be shooting this distance, 26” is a bit long. I do have access to 500-1000 yards at camp, but my club is much closer. I’ll also be shooting a decent amount suppressed, so 26” with a suppressor is a big boy. Also was leaning toward .308.
As far as glass, was looking at VX5 3-15 44 or similar, ~$1000 range.. Open to suggestions all around.
Any recommendations/thoughts and/or other options within this budget is greatly appreciated. I have an open slate, just want a fun bolt action gun where I can target shoot and occasionally take it out for a hunt or two.
Just aquired a browning X-bolt Pro McMillan in 6.5cm, 26”. Got it for far less than MSRP (~$2200). So my question is, for the amount, can I do better? A bit higher priced production gun, would like to see everyone’s opinions.
Before I impulsively bought this, A Tikka CTR was on the radar, with a KRG bravo.
Only reason I have a little buyers remorse is: My range is 300 yards and I’ll mostly be shooting this distance, 26” is a bit long. I do have access to 500-1000 yards at camp, but my club is much closer. I’ll also be shooting a decent amount suppressed, so 26” with a suppressor is a big boy. Also was leaning toward .308.
As far as glass, was looking at VX5 3-15 44 or similar, ~$1000 range.. Open to suggestions all around.
Any recommendations/thoughts and/or other options within this budget is greatly appreciated. I have an open slate, just want a fun bolt action gun where I can target shoot and occasionally take it out for a hunt or two.
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