New Hunting Rifle Build

[bool]

Hey guys, I am planning out a new hunting build for this fall.
Here's what I have already decided:
-Rem 700 build chambered in 6.5x47 Lupua
Need Recommendations
- What 3-15 scope do you recommend (Under $1k)? I prefer the extra power, I know it isn't "needed". I might end up opting in for a classic 3-9
-I want a nice classic wood stock. I am a huge sucker for that classic bolt action hunting rifle look. What brands/models have you had luck with?
Thank you!

 

[TRG65]

under 1k, I'd get a PST Gen II

 

[R_Swanson]

You worried about weight?
What are you hunting?
Whats your expected shot distance?

 

[DJL2]

Don't own one, but you might wanna look at the Brownell's MPO if you're good with FFP and 33 ounces. Tons of SFP stuff out there...no real preference for me, but you could look at Meopta. The MeoStar isn't exactly what you want, but it's close. The Optika6 in 2.5-15 or 3-18 would be a solid choice if the reticles/weight work for you. You might wanna hammer down your requirements and post up in the optics section.

No idea on the stock, let me know when you get an answer on that.

 

[bmash]

I have a Tract scope that I really like for $794. they have a t plex or BDC reticle.

tractoptics.com

The only wood aftermarket hunting stock I have tried was a Boyd’s laminate. It was ok, but your best bet would be to look for a take off Remington stock and have it bedded. Personally, while I like the look of wood I have to v blocks or a chassis.

 

[Baron23]

Hey guys, I am planning out a new hunting build for this fall.
Here's what I have already decided:
-Rem 700 build chambered in 6.5x47 Lupua
Need Recommendations
- What 3-15 scope do you recommend (Under $1k)? I prefer the extra power, I know it isn't "needed". I might end up opting in for a classic 3-9
-I want a nice classic wood stock. I am a huge sucker for that classic bolt action hunting rifle look. What brands/models have you had luck with?
Thank you!

I have a Vortex Viper PST Gen II 3 x 15 44 (gad, they way they name these things...sigh) and am very happy with it on a Rem 5R in .308 for a deer gun.

While Vortex shows it at 1,199 I think, you can get them all day long for under $1000.

E.g.

Vortex Optics Viper PST Gen 2 Rifle Scope 30mm Tube 3-15x 44mm 1/10

This updated favorite hands an unfair advantage to shooters who seek to keep the upper hand in every situation from close quarters to long-range shots....

www.midwayusa.com

 

[Ledzep]

Vortex Optics Razor HD LHT Rifle Scope 3-15x 42mm Illuminated HSR-5i

Go lighter for heavier pack outs. From Midwest whitetail fields to open-country mule deer, the Razor HD LHT is the one long-range hunting optic you need...

www.midwayusa.com

 

[Wiscat]

If you’re looking to save a little bit of weight and cash I really like the old 3-15 LH razors. They pop up used here and there.

 

[Brux]

For $1000.00 you can get a lot more scope than a 3-15.
I just finished building a hunting rifle and put a Zeiss V4 6-24-50 on it for around $850.00
Don't know about a wood stock, I put a Manners carbon on mine.

 

[r.ellison2010]

Leupold VX5

 

[fdkay]

Good Japanese made scope:

Sightmark Pinnacle 3-18x44 .1 MRAD TMD Riflescope SM13030TMD

FREE SHIPPING on Sightmark Pinnacle 3-18x44 .1 MRAD TMD Riflescope SM13030TMD

www.eurooptic.com

Boyd's makes some pretty nice laminated stocks.

 

[NewsShooter]

Bushnell lrts was on sale... Midas Tac from Athlon would be a good choice too.

 

[jda2631]

Would definitely give the new Vortex Razor LHT a look. Street price is right at $1k. Should be a great hunting scope. As for wood stocks, look at Boyd's and their stock builder. Can build out a ton of different styles and options, pretty reasonably priced too.

 

[fdkay]

Stocky's® AccuBlock® Heritage Classic Remington 700™ BDL Laminated Sporter

A new top-of-the-line classic sporter stock, Stocky is proud to bring you the first walnut or laminated riflestock with a solid, CNC machined 6061-T6 aluminum bedding block - The AccuBlock® Heritage! We think you'll agree this is the single most important development in a wood gunstock since...

www.stockysstocks.com

 

[IA1865]

I've heard good things about the Cooper Firearms stocks.

Cooper Sporting Classic - Remington 700™ French and Claro Walnut Stocks

Upgraded wood is so hard to come by these days please don't miss out. Cooper Firearms of Montana builds some of the finest semi-custom and custom rifles in the USA with their own hand-fitted stocks. We are now making certain models available in limited production runs of AA+ grade Claro and...

www.stockysstocks.com

The Tract Toric has been a good optic for me and would also recommend the Athlon Ares BTR Gen 2 2.5-15x.

 

[santee116]

Hey guys, I am planning out a new hunting build for this fall.
Here's what I have already decided:
-Rem 700 build chambered in 6.5x47 Lupua
Need Recommendations
- What 3-15 scope do you recommend (Under $1k)? I prefer the extra power, I know it isn't "needed". I might end up opting in for a classic 3-9
-I want a nice classic wood stock. I am a huge sucker for that classic bolt action hunting rifle look. What brands/models have you had luck with?
Thank you!

I recently used one of Stocky's Euro stocks with the bedding block. It works well, accuracy is great in my sample.

Stocky's® Monte Carlo Sporter - Walnut w/ New Accublock Lite®

These are the finest production wood stocks we have ever carried for the Remington M700™! In a world where many are going black-rifle synthetic, Stocky's is delighted to continue to bring you some of the finest production wood stocks in the world. Literally. If there are better factory stocks...

www.stockysstocks.com

 

[DJL2]

I cruised by the Boyd’s stock configurator - 450-500 USD will get you what appears to be a pretty nice wood stock in walnut or maple w/ the LOP of your choice. That’s a “Platinum” model with pillars, laser engraved texturing, 12 3/4 LOP and either XX maple or Circassian walnut. Claro walnut will save you some cash, bring you in around 400 even.

Honestly, that’s pretty compelling to me. I damn near bought a Tikka just so I’d have something with a mag bolt face that I could through in said stock.

 

[EN2722]

Do you have requirements for exposed MIL/MOA turrets on your hunting scope?

If yes, they come with careful consideration of where you will be hunting and brush and other items grabbing the dials. Locking dials may be a consideration.

The average range that you are comfortable ethically taking game animals?
Do you have experience with dialing data or using the reticle to hold on a target/animal? This is not holding 4" off the back with your horizontal line on your duplex reticle.

I would recommend that you define what you need the scope to do and then consider your budget and see what's available.

As for wooden stocks, I have not shot one in 5 or 6 years since putting my gun in a chassis. Game changer! I also recommend you look into the "budget" chassis.

 

[ofelas]

Santee116 - that is one righteous, well put together rifle.