Remington 700 Tactical SD- - Page 2

E.Shell · November 14th, 2011, 10:28 AM

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Originally Posted by kfrede86

....What is a decent barrel that I could put on my rifle? I'd be looking at something in the 20" - 22" range...

There are many great aftermarket barrels that shoot well. In this age, it is probably more important who you get to do the work. I'd rather have a good smith install a mediocre barrel than have a good barrel installed by a mediocre smith.

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... Would that be something I get a smith to install for me? The only thing I've every done to this rifle was install the stock, which was aluminum bedded.

Yes, definitely a gunsmith job, because of the specialized tools and because the barrel is not whole story.

kfrede86 · November 14th, 2011, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by E.Shell

There are many great aftermarket barrels that shoot well. In this age, it is probably more important who you get to do the work. I'd rather have a good smith install a mediocre barrel than have a good barrel installed by a mediocre smith.Yes, definitely a gunsmith job, because of the specialized tools and because the barrel is not whole story.

Thanks for the reply. I have had this rifle for a few years now but was bitten by the AR bug, so it has been safe queen mostly. I have a few more short list projects I'd like to finish and once I finish those I'd like to finish this.

Edit: Just read through your link, what a wealth of information. Thank you!!

elitehome · November 14th, 2011, 10:40 AM

Drool:

rsideout · November 14th, 2011, 10:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Masterchief36

Wow... Now I know why there 160.00 per box.

It's not that expensive. I paid about $1 per round this time last year. Just look on Gunbroker. There are 2 auctions on GB right now for subsonic .308 ammo. One is at $170-$190 for 200 rds and the other is $170 for 100 rds.

SCARCQB · November 14th, 2011, 12:12 PM

E.shell is a national treasure when it comes to long range rifle shooting.

Thank You Sir for that technical write-up. I will just have to get both 20 and 30 moa bases to see if which one works best.

For subsonic 308 ammo.. Corbon makes them.. priced at about 28 bucks/ 20 rounds. Thats about 1.40/ round .. plus S/H

SCARCQB · November 14th, 2011, 12:34 PM

The base guns

Remington 700 tactical AAC-SD 308 ( 20")
and
Remington 700 SPS varmint( 26")

Both in a Bell and Carlson Medalist A-5 Stock

SCARCQB · November 14th, 2011, 12:38 PM

The bottom metal is going to be replaced with these.

Henderson defense and Apex tactical detachable mag systems

Uses AICS 308 mags

kfrede86 · November 14th, 2011, 12:42 PM

They look good! I really like the way that 20" looks. I have the exact set-up on the bottom, it's a sweet rifle and it's ridiculously accurate. For optics, I went with a Millett TRS, I wanted to get a SWFA but they're hard to come by.

SCARCQB · November 14th, 2011, 12:48 PM

the TRS-1 is also on my short list.. the 26" rifle is going to be fitted with that, along with a 20 MOA base , harris bipod and a rear mono-pod.

How do you like the scope?

SCARCQB · November 14th, 2011, 12:51 PM

The stocks are awesome and they feel great. Very rigid and not as heavy as other designs.

The only issue i have with them is that both stocks came in with the recoil pads damaged. The oversized recoil pads protrude a bit and were damaged in transit. B/C customer service at this point sucks.

I have re-profiled the one on the SD rifle.. As is, the recoil pad will not sustain any sort of impact on the recoil pad without getting damaged. That is , IMHO a design flaw.

UPDATE:

Bell and Carlson responded to my E-mail and is going to be sending replacement pads for both stocks. Cant complain about that kind of support.

kfrede86 · November 14th, 2011, 01:09 PM

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Originally Posted by SCARCQB

the TRS-1 is also on my short list.. the 26" rifle is going to be fitted with that, along with a 20 MOA base , harris bipod and a rear mono-pod.

How do you like the scope?

It's great so far. I would recommend them to anyone who is looking for a decent optic on a budget. It's clear and it holds zero so I really couldn't ask for much more. The turret knobs feel solid, there is no play. The power adjustment also feels good and it makes a soft click noise when you get to the 10x setting. I haven't had a chance to shoot over a 100yds with it so I'm not sure how well it performs out past that.

SCARCQB · November 14th, 2011, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by kfrede86

It's great so far. I would recommend them to anyone who is looking for a decent optic on a budget. It's clear and it holds zero so I really couldn't ask for much more. The turret knobs feel solid, there is no play. The power adjustment also feels good and it makes a soft click noise when you get to the 10x setting. I haven't had a chance to shoot over a 100yds with it so I'm not sure how well it performs out past that.

I get to shoot 1000 yards maybe twice/ year( quantico or private land).. most at 100-200 yards max.

Most of my optics with BDC and a Leatherwood ART do not get any use out of such features...Even an ACOG.

We need a 1000 yard range... I hope someone builds one closeby.. I'm sure, shooters will come and patronize the business.

rj1974 · November 14th, 2011, 04:34 PM

Have a tactical too that trigger can be set scary light lol . I do want to restock it and swap the bottom metal for a mag . I have a Burris tactical that I had laying around on it for now . But after my son is done soaking me for xmas I want to get the Nikon Monarch X for it . I already have the EGW 20MOA base for it from Gun Connection and they said they can get me the glass when Im ready .

wreckdiver · November 14th, 2011, 05:23 PM

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Originally Posted by rsideout

Something like this with subsonic ammo.

Is that the one I shot at the Silencer Shoot last spring? It was quieter than my suppressed .22. Pretty sure it was the quietest thing I heard all day.

rsideout · November 14th, 2011, 06:56 PM

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Originally Posted by wreckdiver

Is that the one I shot at the Silencer Shoot last spring? It was quieter than my suppressed .22. Pretty sure it was the quietest thing I heard all day.

Yes, it's the same gun(Savage BAS-K), silencer(SWR Omega 300), and this ammo.

SCARCQB · November 14th, 2011, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by rsideout

Yes, it's the same gun(Savage BAS-K), silencer(SWR Omega 300), and this ammo.

Rich,

I sure hope you kept this guys number on hand.The suppressed sound of your BAS-K is hard to top. Your rig actually has inspired this whole thing. maybe I'll be able to match that in next year's silencer shoot.

VWTurbo · November 14th, 2011, 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by wreckdiver

Is that the one I shot at the Silencer Shoot last spring? It was quieter than my suppressed .22. Pretty sure it was the quietest thing I barely heard all day.

fixed that for you.

BradMacc82 · November 15th, 2011, 11:26 AM

SCAR - You may be able to score a TRS-1 off of crazyal, after all, he has mine. It's a decent optic for the money, big and solid too... even more so with the sunshade on. I only got to take mine out to 300 max, but it was doing the job just fine.

Lennyo3034 · November 15th, 2011, 01:23 PM

Just my recommendation, but if you're going to put that much effort on the rifle, don't skimp on the scope. I've had several SWFA super sniper scopes and think they are all quite good. I have their 5-20X50mm model which is excellent. They will hold their own against the top dollar scopes and at $1500 for the illuminated and $1300 for non-illuminated, you can't get much more bang for the buck.

Here's mine mounted on a 26" barreled 700 in .308:

It has an HS precision stock, but I wish I had gone with the B & C. It will soon be replaced with a Manners T4a with mini-chassis.

BradMacc82 · November 15th, 2011, 01:33 PM

I don't think this is too much of an effort from one of our 'resident stamp collectors'..., although that line from the 1st Batman keeps coming to mind - 'Where does he get all those wonderful toys??'

November 14th, 2011, 12:12 PM	#25
SCARCQB Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Maryland-istan Posts: 7,711 Images: 2	E.shell is a national treasure when it comes to long range rifle shooting. Thank You Sir for that technical write-up. I will just have to get both 20 and 30 moa bases to see if which one works best. For subsonic 308 ammo.. Corbon makes them.. priced at about 28 bucks/ 20 rounds. Thats about 1.40/ round .. plus S/H __________________ Designated Stamp Collector and officially always broke

November 14th, 2011, 12:48 PM	#29
SCARCQB Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Maryland-istan Posts: 7,711 Images: 2	the TRS-1 is also on my short list.. the 26" rifle is going to be fitted with that, along with a 20 MOA base , harris bipod and a rear mono-pod. How do you like the scope? __________________ Designated Stamp Collector and officially always broke

November 14th, 2011, 04:34 PM	#33
rj1974 eating crayons and paste Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Edgemere , md. Posts: 8,185	Have a tactical too that trigger can be set scary light lol . I do want to restock it and swap the bottom metal for a mag . I have a Burris tactical that I had laying around on it for now . But after my son is done soaking me for xmas I want to get the Nikon Monarch X for it . I already have the EGW 20MOA base for it from Gun Connection and they said they can get me the glass when Im ready . __________________ "Some people are like slinkies. They're not really good for anything , but they bring a smile to your face when pushed down a flight of stairs ."

November 15th, 2011, 11:26 AM	#38
BradMacc82 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Calvert County Posts: 10,880	SCAR - You may be able to score a TRS-1 off of crazyal, after all, he has mine. It's a decent optic for the money, big and solid too... even more so with the sunshade on. I only got to take mine out to 300 max, but it was doing the job just fine. __________________ NRA Member Utah NR CFP Holder

November 15th, 2011, 01:33 PM	#40
BradMacc82 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Calvert County Posts: 10,880	I don't think this is too much of an effort from one of our 'resident stamp collectors'..., although that line from the 1st Batman keeps coming to mind - 'Where does he get all those wonderful toys??' __________________ NRA Member Utah NR CFP Holder

November 14th, 2011, 10:40 AM	#23
elitehome Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Ceciltucky Posts: 451	Drool:

November 14th, 2011, 12:42 PM	#28
kfrede86 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Southern Maryland Posts: 1,302	They look good! I really like the way that 20" looks. I have the exact set-up on the bottom, it's a sweet rifle and it's ridiculously accurate. For optics, I went with a Millett TRS, I wanted to get a SWFA but they're hard to come by.

November 15th, 2011, 01:23 PM	#39
Lennyo3034 Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 84	Just my recommendation, but if you're going to put that much effort on the rifle, don't skimp on the scope. I've had several SWFA super sniper scopes and think they are all quite good. I have their 5-20X50mm model which is excellent. They will hold their own against the top dollar scopes and at $1500 for the illuminated and $1300 for non-illuminated, you can't get much more bang for the buck. Here's mine mounted on a 26" barreled 700 in .308: It has an HS precision stock, but I wish I had gone with the B & C. It will soon be replaced with a Manners T4a with mini-chassis.

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