There are so many pad options out there that I'm not sure why they wouldn't pick one and make the plate to fit one.
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There are so many pad options out there that I'm not sure why they wouldn't pick one and make the plate to fit one.
Not sure either. That’s just the info he gave me.
I have the case club set up too. I have data books, ammo, tools etc that always travel with me so I don’t mind it not holding everything. I also purchased a very cheap double sided soft case to run to my range so I didn’t have to lug the heavier case.
This might be a stupid question, but which magazine do I need for 7mm Remington Magnum?
I assume it's the regular long action mag: ACCESSORIES » DT SRS Magazine - Long Action (deserttech.com)
But they also have this other mag ACCESSORIES (deserttech.com) that says "Compatible with Magnum calibers: 300 Norma Mag, .338 Norma Mag, 7mm" ok... 7mm what?
I assume it's the regular long action mag: ACCESSORIES » DT SRS Magazine - Long Action (deserttech.com)
But they also have this other mag ACCESSORIES (deserttech.com) that says "Compatible with Magnum calibers: 300 Norma Mag, .338 Norma Mag, 7mm" ok... 7mm what?
Mark at SAC just emailed me and they are moving forward with making the adjustable butt pads. He said They have a few things to iron out but they will be coming down the pipeline!
That's just it, I posted what appears to be two different items:
ACCESSORIES » Desert Tech Tomorrow's Weapons
Bipods, Cases, Conversion Kit, Magazines, Maintenance, Muzzle Breaks, Operator Tool Kit, Bore Guide, Torque Wrench, and Scope Mounts by Desert Tech.
deserttech.com ACCESSORIES » Desert Tech Tomorrow's Weapons
Bipods, Cases, Conversion Kit, Magazines, Maintenance, Muzzle Breaks, Operator Tool Kit, Bore Guide, Torque Wrench, and Scope Mounts by Desert Tech.
deserttech.com They both say they're compatible with 338 Norma Mag.
I figured someone at DT is just bad at the interwebs, but when I add them to cart, they have different SKUs:
Are they really the same thing? I sent DT an email, but who knows if I'll ever hear back from them.
I just got one of each mag from Bison Tactical, I'll pay someone else to deal with DT.
Yes. Correct
I bought mine in late 2009 and have used it for about 6 of my own conversions and all the barrels I make for others have been test fired in my chassis to check chambers. I swapped out the skins in about 2012 when I bought the monopod I should have had put on when I ordered the rifle. I put the short Covert handguard on when they started selling them separately. I've not worn out anything, never replaced the barrel index pin, haven't broken the buttpad locking lugs and the trigger is still fantastic. I keep a shot log for my barrels but haven't been keeping track of customer barrels I've tested or shot for any reason. I am on my second 338 Lapua barrel ..... my guess is about like Dogtowns. Somewhere north of 10K so far.
Frank
ES-Tactical barrel arrived (18”, 6.5 creedmoor, medium Palma with some fluting).... first two, 5 round groups down the barrel, the one high round in the second group was a called shot by me. Without the called shot, both groups were sub 1/2 moa (I did fire another round to make sure I got a 5 round group) with the called shot it was .74 moa. As always the rifle shoots better than I can!
Ammo were some 140gr Berger hand loads I developed for a Tikka I used to own. Got 2625 ft/sec average with them. This barrel seems to like them as well.
Ammo were some 140gr Berger hand loads I developed for a Tikka I used to own. Got 2625 ft/sec average with them. This barrel seems to like them as well.
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Has anyone heard what Desert Tech is bring out.
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Been wondering about that myself.
If I had to venture a guess, I'm gonna say SBR kits and Side Eject kits for the MDRx
First SAC adjustable recoil pad. Thought I'd drop a pic to show what Mark might be making available. The pad itself is pretty comfortable, much softer than the factory pad.
Quick question: you notice any fouling on your scope's front lens with the brake being so close to it?
I was keeping an eye on that and there wasn't any for the first 20 rounds or so. I haven't checked it after my last couple range trips, but I will take a look. It is a side port brake as well so that would help.
Thanks for the info.
FYI, you might be interested in this. I bought 3, and they appear to be legit.
DT SRS MAGAZINE .300WIN/.338LM 8RD MFG# DT-SRS-MG-BH *
DT SRS MAGAZINE .308WIN/.260REM/6.5CM 10RD MFG# DT-SRS-MG-AH
www.oaklandtactical.com FYI, you might be interested in this. I bought 3, and they appear to be legit.
DT SRS MAGAZINE .300WIN/.338LM 8RD MFG# DT-SRS-MG-BH *
DT SRS MAGAZINE .308WIN/.260REM/6.5CM 10RD MFG# DT-SRS-MG-AH
MGW also has quite a bit of DT parts in stock including mags. My order shipped within 48 hrs.
spring, pins, screw, bolt repair kits might come in very handy in the future.
The main reason I posted that link is that Oakland Tactical has the 8 RD magazines (DT-SRS-MG-BH) for $89.95, while that magazine is roughly $140.00 everywhere else. I believe it is currently $137.15 on MGW.
Will it work for 300 PRC?
Yes, I bought 3 of them for my .300 PRC set-up. Strangely the magazine will accept 9 rounds of .300 PRC. I suppose it will only accept 8 rounds of .338 LM.
How long are they? Any chance you could get a picture of it in the chassis?
I will try to post a pic when I get home tonight.
Here you go. This is with a .300 PRC round inserted, and it came in the typical DT packaging. The one pictured came from Oakland Tactical along with 2 more, and appear to be a DT factory magnum 8 round mag. It’s a great deal, $50.00 less than retail. I personally think they simply priced it wrong by mistake.
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Oakland Tactical are good to work with. They are local to me and always have a few A1/A2, MDR, and other high end stuff on the gun rack. In-stock suppressors, high end optics, etc. they have been a DT dealer for a while and they are members on the hide. There is no reason to doubt what you see for sale on their website.
Heading up to British Columbia in October of 2022 for some moose and mule deer. I was thinking about getting a 300 PRC barrel or a 300 norma barrel for my a1. What are your guys thoughts on caliber and barrel length. I have been seeing some 18 inch barrels in those calibers and the shorter barrels are my cup of tee. What are your thoughts?
What bore guide y’all using? I have a Possum Hollow (can’t remember the number) that works well for my 6.5cm... getting a 450bm from SAC spun up.. wondering which one I should get for that chambering or if I should just buy the DT guide
It all depends on how much energy you will need at a certain distance. I love my short barrels but I kept the 26" length when I went from 300wm to PRC because I like energy farther down range. Its still a manageable piece of kit in our bullpup chassis.
If you are going to go short, you might as well go Norma and get as much energy as you can. Be prepared for the concussion.
The Possum Hollow is a fine bore guide. The factory bore guide, not so much... Just call PH and get one made.
I’ve got a 20” .300 prc, getting 2880fps with 212’s. Puts the smack down on elk.
if you shoot suppressed that will need to be a consideration in chamberings and length.
Been trying to. Hard to get a hold of anyone over there.
edit: got a hold of Eric, he’s gonna make me up one
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Looks like they raised the price to $137 for those!
I find it a lot easier to clean the barrels removed from the chassis and found the Barrel Off Bore Guides from 21st Century my favorite
When I ordered them, they were actually on $63.00 a piece. I called to make sure they were the legitimate DT magazines because I was skeptical of the pricing and was told that the pricing was DT's new price point, however I told them they might want to take another look into that. They ended up immediately changing the price to $89.95, but I assumed it wouldn't last long.
Have a link? Not finding it that cheap
They raised the price. They were $63.00 when I bought them, then they raised the price to $89.95, and now they are $137.15.
Question for those that have an A2 chassis. I received an 88.5” inch lb torque wrench with my new A2 chassis.
I saw where another member reported they also received the same roughly a year ago. The manual states to not go over 80 inch lbs.
I find it odd they would include a torque wrench that would be outside of their recommended torque values. I assume It’s good to use?
I saw where another member reported they also received the same roughly a year ago. The manual states to not go over 80 inch lbs.
I find it odd they would include a torque wrench that would be outside of their recommended torque values. I assume It’s good to use?
Yeah, they have been sending those 88.5 in/lbs out for a while. They are fine to use but I have found them to be extremely inconsistent. Get a Borka or Seekonk or Fix it Sticks and call it good.
Thanks! I’ll get one of those on the way.
i do shoot mainly suppressed, but i have to look up the regulations in Canada to see if i would be able to use my suppressor there.
Nothing cool is allowed in Canada. I’m gonna completely guess our beloved cans are a big no no over there, but I could be wrong
