So I got my first high power rifle. I've got the upgrade bug, but have a budget. I own a Remington 700 SPS Tactical in .308 with the Hogue overmolded stock. I don't mind the stock, but the forend of it sure does flex. I was thinking of trying to make the forend a little more rigid by adding an aluminum length of 1/2"x1/2" bar stock and then bedding it in. That would also give me a place to mount accessories (another stud) at the front. What do you guys think of that until I can afford a McMillan. Of course I'll bed the action as well.
Another question, I want to work my action over a little bit. I'm thinking of sending my rifle to PT&G to have them ream my raceway and then make a custom bolt with a tactical knob until I can afford a Surgeon. Should I wait to do that when I get the barrel I want (Kreiger 1:11) and a larger lug or will I see results from the bolt and action truing alone. I want to make an accurate, but dependable tactical rifle that could be used to compete in mid-range competition, locally. More for the hobby of it than national fame. Would I be better off waiting to do all of this at once or can I do it incrementally?
Another question, I want to work my action over a little bit. I'm thinking of sending my rifle to PT&G to have them ream my raceway and then make a custom bolt with a tactical knob until I can afford a Surgeon. Should I wait to do that when I get the barrel I want (Kreiger 1:11) and a larger lug or will I see results from the bolt and action truing alone. I want to make an accurate, but dependable tactical rifle that could be used to compete in mid-range competition, locally. More for the hobby of it than national fame. Would I be better off waiting to do all of this at once or can I do it incrementally?
