My Bartlein barreled Savage 6.5 Creedmoor PICS!!

snipedogg

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So I just got my Savage back and wanted to share in this section. I originally was going to build a 338 EDGE on a long action Savage but I fell in love with the 6.5's and decided to go with a Creedmoor.

The gun was built by Howard Mahute of Rumble Wepnz in Milton Fl. He goes by Shooter53 here on the Hide. Howard has been very insightful and answered all of my questions, trust me I had plenty!

The gun was already equipped with a Choate Tactical stock and Duracoat GAP camo by me. I painted in a Punisher skull on the grip of the stock. tried to give it my personal touch but stay with the GAP colors too.

Howards work included:

Bartlien Barrel 1.250 dia. 30" length 8.5 twist stainless steel
Precision ground recoil lug 0.250"
Cut and Thread tenion to match receiver
Chamber and set headspace
cut 11 degree recessed target crown and polish
Square up receiver face if needed
Sand blast action to prep for paint
paint barreled action 1 coat Olive Drab Green Duracoat

I know this doesn't compare in the amount of work most guys get on there custom guns, and one day I do plan on getting one. But for a 22yr old college kid I think I have a pretty good start.

I will mainly be shooting this in BR competitions at 600-1000 yds which is a reason I went with the 30" tube. Overall I couldn't be happier with the gun and will be getting it out to the 600yd plate match this Saturday then stretch it out to 1000 after the match.

The scope is a Nikon Monarch 8-32x50 ED. Ken Farrell 20MOA Steel base and TPS Steel Medium rings. Also, you might notice the Oakleys OIL RIG's that I paint matched
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I need a shorter bi-pod and I'll be good to go.

This is a link to Howards site: Rumble Wepnz

I couldn't get the best lighting because I have a bottom floor apartment so opening the blinds to get some light isn't the best idea, but hope these will do!
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Re: My Bartlein barreled Savage 6.5 Creedmoor PICS!!

Congrats on the new stick. Like the pics..

I do have a question though, I'm new so maybe my question is a little off, but here it is. Why do you have a 30" barrel,isn't that a tad bit long?? I see you said you will shoot mostly benchrest, but couldn't a shorter barrel be just as good???
 
Re: My Bartlein barreled Savage 6.5 Creedmoor PICS!!

A short barrel will work will almost any caliber. Depending on the caliber, every bullet has a minimum amount of twist/barrel length that it needs to travel before reaching adequate velocity/stability. However, the longer the barrel, the more stability and velocity you can gain. There is a lot to consider when determining barrel length/twist. When you go with a longer barrel, you also have to go with a slower burning powder so you don't reach maximum velocity a few inches before the end of the barrel. Most people stay in the 24-26" range to keep the mobility of their rifles and still get adequate length of the barrel. The 6.5 Creedmoor was developed by Hornady using a 28" barrel.
 
Re: My Bartlein barreled Savage 6.5 Creedmoor PICS!!

Haha thanks HotRod. Luckily I have an Oakley store near my house so I had them take the lenses out for me. It was easy to put them back in.
 
Re: My Bartlein barreled Savage 6.5 Creedmoor PICS!!

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Snipedogg</div><div class="ubbcode-body">A short barrel will work will almost any caliber. Depending on the caliber, every bullet has a minimum amount of twist/barrel length that it needs to travel before reaching adequate velocity/stability. However, the longer the barrel, the more stability and velocity you can gain. There is a lot to consider when determining barrel length/twist. When you go with a longer barrel, you also have to go with a slower burning powder so you don't reach maximum velocity a few inches before the end of the barrel. Most people stay in the 24-26" range to keep the mobility of their rifles and still get adequate length of the barrel. The 6.5 Creedmoor was developed by Hornady using a 28" barrel. </div></div>
Thanks for the response.. I knew about the slow burning powders with a longer barrel. You say it was devloped to have a 28" barrel, so then why did you go with a 30" Just trying to figure out your method to the madness.. lol
 
Re: My Bartlein barreled Savage 6.5 Creedmoor PICS!!

dammit your right coldbore, you got me by .05 inches haha! I checked out your build as well. That's a ton of work you got into it. I'm glad it ended up shooting good for you. I know mines good at 100yds, now I gotta keep my fingers crossed for 600 and 1000
 
Re: My Bartlein barreled Savage 6.5 Creedmoor PICS!!

Yes unfortunetly I'll have to live with it! and having that information all over the internet now too
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But the good news is I think this gun will do exactly what I need it to, I'll post some range pics after I get out this weekend.