roninflag Report post Posted August 1, 2015 which .243?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Titanium700 Report post Posted August 2, 2015 You will be happy with a .243 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Desert Rat Report post Posted August 3, 2015 which .243?? I went with the Weatherby Vanguard Series 2. I thought about the Howa, but didn't like the heavy stock, although I would love a heavy stock like that on my Tikka. The Nikko scope on the Howa would have been ripped off eventually anyway. As appealing as the Ruger American was pricewise, the bolt action just seemed clunky. The Remington 700adl was $90 cheaper with a scope, but it's a throwaway scope and the Weatherby I thought was worth the extra $90. I moved my 4x12-40 Vortex Diamondback from my 300wsm to the 243 for now until I buy another scope. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bnnes Report post Posted August 6, 2015 Lamrith I've been thinking about building a 6.5 Grendel. I'm not sure with what parts to go. What setup did you go with? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lamrith Report post Posted August 6, 2015 Lamrith I've been thinking about building a 6.5 Grendel. I'm not sure with what parts to go. What setup did you go with? I had a stack of AR parts laying around. I will not deny it I am a cheap SOB, I only bought above base Milspec on a few items, def not a pinnacle build but it is working VERY well, best most fun shooting rifle in my safe. Check out 65grendel.com for the experts and LOTS of information... I do not have pricing on everything, but list what I know off top of head.. Basic cheapest I could find stripped lower Reciever ($50) Anderson Lower parts kit (would not buy again, get a DPMS or other cheap kit) Generic buffer assembly with 6 position adjustable stock ($25 ebay) B5 Sopmod buttstock stock to replace generic 6position. (Used $50) ALG Defense Combat trigger ($65) Hogue pistol grip ($25) Basic stripped upper and upper parts kit. Basic Milspec barrel nut Brownells 18" Barrel with matching bolt ($299) Troy Alpa rail 13" ($100 ebay) Killer Innovations muzzle brake .30cal ($50 local Company, not needed but looks cool) Primary Arms 4-14x44 ACSS FFP scope ($280)(added sunshade and butler creek covers AD-Recon 30mm 20MOA Scope mount ($149 if bought with scope) This is with the original Ergo F93 stock, great stock but heavy. I swapped it out for Sopmod and dropped .5# for a 9.5# total weight. .6MOA or better with Factory 123G AMAX ammo when I am not jerking the trigger like a spaz on the last shot. Join the Horde it is fun! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bnnes Report post Posted August 7, 2015 Thansk for sharing lamrith! I rencetly built a 300 blackout and love it. Next I will be building a upper in the 6.5 Grendel. I Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lamrith Report post Posted August 7, 2015 Thansk for sharing lamrith! I rencetly built a 300 blackout and love it. Next I will be building a upper in the 6.5 Grendel. I No problem, I did it the other way, grendel, then 300 :-p. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lionhunter Report post Posted August 8, 2015 Desert rat. I have the 21 tag but in Dec. ( not sure what tag you have). I have a .243, a 25-06, and 270 wsm. THE 300 wsm is what is going on my dec coues tag! No such thing as "overkill". Shoot them behind the shoulder they die... At ant rate, shoot what you shoot well and enjoy your hunt. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bnnes Report post Posted August 8, 2015 Lionhunter I'll be using my new 300wsm as well on my October hunt. That is if I can make it with classes and all Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roninflag Report post Posted August 8, 2015 Desert- have you decided on ammo for your .243 for open country? what is your distance and groups size goal? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airmark Report post Posted September 18, 2015 7mm mag shoot it like I'm shooting my bow and it's all good.elk or deer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deerhunter Report post Posted September 18, 2015 I love my 25-06 loaded with Berger bullet. Vey flat shooting and deadly!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trphyhntr Report post Posted September 18, 2015 I love my 25-06 loaded with Berger bullet. Vey flat shooting and deadly!! im surprised you dont hear more about the 25-06. i guess cuz these other new calibers are so dang trendy now Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GhostTracker180 Report post Posted October 1, 2015 I use a 300 ultra mag and don't think it is over kill. Good for extreme distance. Take a look at a 25-06. Good luck on your hunt! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
duckhunter175 Report post Posted October 2, 2015 How about that 'new' 6.5-300 wby mag??!! http://www.outdoorlife.com/blogs/gun-shots/how-65-300-weatherby-magnum-stacks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
