Help customizing bolt rifle

Long1MD · Jul 24, 2014

Recently I got my Savage 10FCP, 308, 24" threaded barrel out to the range. Shot very well at 100 yards. I was hoping to get some input on which bolt handle, muzzle break, and even custom stock that you would recommend and why (if possible). This one is a keeper. It is outfitted with a Harris bipod and vortex viper pst scope. I'm running 168gr Sierra loads.

armed ferret · Jul 24, 2014

if it shoots very well, why change it?

Right_to_arm_bears · Jul 24, 2014

I'm a fan of keeping firearms as stock as possible, especially if they already function properly. I feel like those upgrades are solutions looking for problems.

Long1MD · Jul 24, 2014

I thought the bolt could have been a little better feeling in my hand and figured a good muzzle break would help cut down on the recoil. It performed well at 100 yards, but at 300, 500, 1000 yards might have me thinking of another stock. You guys have always steered me in the right direction.

armed ferret · Jul 24, 2014

If you're serious about long-range stuff, an AICS, McMillan, or Manners is a good start if you want/need a new handle. h-s precision don't cut the mustard. not even sorta.

brake....that's easy. a QD brake for the suppressor of your choice.

i don't know that there are many bolt handle options for savages. sharpshootersupply offers one (put a dot com at the end of it).

BradMacc82 · Jul 24, 2014

Glades Armory has a nice aftermarket O-ringed bolt handle for the Savage, but they have a few other options as well. The O-ringed model is the one I run on my Model 10 (24" .223), it was a nice addition IMO.

http://gladesarmory.com/11/savage

If you have a little slop in the bolt body to receiver, PTG makes a fluted replacement body that you can order in diff't oversized dimensions to tighten things up.

There's numerous things that can be done, but like AF said, if it shoots fine now - why mess with it?

Yoshi · Jul 24, 2014

Long1MD said:
I thought the bolt could have been a little better feeling in my hand and figured a good muzzle break would help cut down on the recoil. It performed well at 100 yards, but at 300, 500, 1000 yards might have me thinking of another stock. You guys have always steered me in the right direction.

I ran a Model 10PC in .308 out past 1000yds with its stock configuration... 300 --> 1000yds should be a non-issue for you as well.

No brake. No tactical bolt. No upgraded stock.

Long1MD · Jul 24, 2014

armed ferret said:
If you're serious about long-range stuff, an AICS, McMillan, or Manners is a good start if you want/need a new handle. h-s precision don't cut the mustard. not even sorta.

brake....that's easy. a QD brake for the suppressor of your choice.

i don't know that there are many bolt handle options for savages. sharpshootersupply offers one (put a dot com at the end of it).

The QD brake looks quality, but hodee chit on the price!

Long1MD · Jul 24, 2014

Yoshi said:
I ran a Model 10PC in .308 out past 1000yds with its stock configuration... 300 --> 1000yds should be a non-issue for you as well.

No brake. No tactical bolt. No upgraded stock.

Even in the prone position?

Yoshi · Jul 24, 2014

While QD's are nice. I prefer direct threaded cans.

Yoshi · Jul 24, 2014

Long1MD said:
Even in the prone position?

All I added was a stock pack to ensure proper and consistant cheek weld.

Long1MD · Jul 24, 2014

Any preference on the brand/model of stock pack?

armed ferret · Jul 24, 2014

Yoshi said:
While QD's are nice. I prefer direct threaded cans.

yes, but then you can only get it in one thread pattern....and that doesn't lend itself well to, say, using your only can (for the time being) on a different-caliber gun.

armed ferret · Jul 24, 2014

Long1MD said:
The QD brake looks quality, but hodee chit on the price!

perhaps you'd care to explain which one you're talking about.

BradMacc82 · Jul 24, 2014

Cheek piece, hard to beat Karsten.

Long1MD · Jul 24, 2014

http://www.advanced-armament.com/TiTan-QD-Muzzle-Brake_p_496.html

Engine4 · Jul 24, 2014

This is the flash hider I put on my Savage 10.
https://shop.ironworkstactical.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=BRT-CCFHS

armed ferret · Jul 24, 2014

Long1MD said:
http://www.advanced-armament.com/TiTan-QD-Muzzle-Brake_p_496.html

You do realize they're not the only suppressor manufacturer on the planet?

Long1MD · Jul 24, 2014

Lol...I am aware...looking now. I do believe the suppressor muzzle brake is the way to go.

Wayne1one · Jul 24, 2014

armed ferret said:
If you're serious about long-range stuff, an AICS, McMillan, or Manners

Best advice so far, I like McMillan and Manners personally... Now why, these stocks allow for better/adjustable comb heights, LOP etc. They also allow you to run detachable mags and usually are more rigid and well thought out when compared to stock offerings!

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