Re: Savage F class
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Dirty Harry</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Guys,
I purchased the Savage Model 12 in 6mmBR and have just run the barrel in. So far I've only tested it at 100 yards using factory Lapua Match Ammo which gave the same results as my handloads which was around 0.5 MOA. I'm hoping the groups improve when I get more lead down the barrel.
Hopefully with more case prep groups will tighten now I have my Redding Type S die with .267 bushing and expander mandrel in Wilson expander die.
It's a lot of rifle for the price thats for sure.... I'm hoping for some accurate shooting with this rifle from 100 - 1000 yards. It's very tough to find a calibre for all ranges but with the 6mmBR & 1:8 twist.. I'm sure I can develop loads that will be competitive.
<span style="font-weight: bold">I've heard stories where Savage made many faulty barrels in 6.5x284 but not sure if this is true?
Apparently the rifle doesn't perform until you have at least 200 rnds down the barrel due to chatter?</span>
Your thoughts appreciated!
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I have neither heard of nor experienced the last two statements you've made with any new Savages that I've shot or heard of people shooting.
As for your first two paragraphs, a definite advantage of the Savage is the two calibers the F-class comes in. They aren't stock calibers anywhere else. But, they both perform well. And, there is loaded match ammo for both.