kimber Montana 84l

[grousegetter]

So I'm thinking about purchasing a kimber Montana 84l in a 25-06. It's a substantial investment, and I'd like to hear opinions about the rifle itself. I'm thinking for a lightweight deer and yote gun.Thanks

[smdave]

You can not go wrong for a light weight gun, Mine is in 338 Federal I tnink it is the lightest rifle in my safe.

[grousegetter]

My thoughts exactly, ands I dint want a cheap piece of junk lol

[ellensburgpo]

I have two 8400's, a classic in 7mm wsm and a Montana in 300 wsm. Relatively lite, but well put together. Working the bolt is vastly more smooth then on a factory Ruger, Remington...etc. I don't have an 84l but wouldn't hesitate to buy more kimber rifles. Both of mine are accurate if I do my part.

[BLR 243]

I went through 2 model 84's 7mm-08 neither one could shoot. Both made returns to Kimber for rebarrel recrowning still shot minute of clay pigeon. Nice rifles otherwise.

[coachcw]

for the money sako !

[ellensburgpo]

I went through 2 model 84's 7mm-08 neither one could shoot. Both made returns to Kimber for rebarrel recrowning still shot minute of clay pigeon. Nice rifles otherwise.

I hear that a lot. I got both mines from people who said they didn't or couldn't shoot them well. Not saying that's the case with you at all with a small cartridge. I think many people struggle with a very light rifle in powerful rounds which is something to consider before buying.

[elkoholic1]

 

[slm9s]

84L are great rifles.

25 cal bullets aren't great for long range if you'd like to eventually use it for any LR hunting.  The BC just pales compared to 24/26/28.

I think I'd try to find a 84M in 243 or 260, but again, I'm not a 25 fan.

Another option you might at least look at is the Forbes rifle for a tiny bit more, or a Tikka Superlite for a couple hundred less.

[Westside88]

 I've been looking at these also. They sure seem like the type to keep forever and pass down to family.  I'm also looking at the Forbes lightweight. I'm still torn between the two, but I sure do like the classic look of the Kimber

[grousegetter]

Yeah, from what I've been reading most of the issues people have with these rifles is finding the right bullet, and learning how to shoot them because they're super light. I'm about 90% on this being the rifle I want.

[400out]

I have it in 300 wsm and am still looking for a bullet that will be consistant! have heard that they don't like the mag rounds do to lighter barrels! kinda kicking myself for not getting the sako honestly! 

[splitshot]

 n  have a tikka 3 in 25-06 that will hit a paper plate 5 times of 5 at 400 yards.  over and over.  and I cant see very well.  have a good scope on top.    mike w

[huntnphool]

I think JJ shoots a Montana, I've heard nothing but good things from him.

[Nature Boy]

I purchased a Montana in 280AI last spring but have had limited time for load development.  I've only tried one bullet/powder combination and with a ladder test found a sub-MOA load.  Not too bad.  I plan to tinker with more load development this winter.  I used the rifle to take a big bodied mule deer buck this year in Eastern WA.  From my experience so far I give the Kimber a thumbs up.