7mm Dakota Benchmark Build -VIDEOs UPDATE-

[xXLojackXx]

I just got my build back from Benchmark Barrels, a 7mm Dakota. Figured I'd post some pics of their work and update this thread with range results and some long range data/footage. Here are the specs:

-Defiance Deviant Hunter action, Sniper Grey cerakote, Devcon Ti bedded
-Shillen trigger @ 2lbs
-HS Precision DBM
-McMillan A3 GAP stock
-Benchmark Barrels #6 Kreiger contour 1:9, 6 flutes @ 26" plus brake
-Mini Muscle Brake
-American Rifle 34mm rings
-Steiner T5Xi 5-25x56 MRAD scope

[h20hunter]

Looks like a shooter for sure! What do you expect your reach is? On a target? On game?

[xXLojackXx]

Looks like a shooter for sure! What do you expect your reach is? On a target? On game?

On steel it'll reach as far as I can shoot, sub one mile. On game, I plan to keep it under 1k but that depends on the species  4 legged canine predators have a maximum range allowance 

I'll be shooting 190gr Matrix VLDs between 3000-3100 fps

[X-Force]

Sweet Setup! Looking forward to seeing the results on both steel and game.

[Wingin it]

Looks sweet!

[Craig]

Nice rifle how long is your barrel? Benchmark is working on a barrel for me right now. Can't wait to build mine.

[jackelope]

Very nice rig, LoJack.  Hope to see it in action in a couple months.

[The scout]

sweet setup! I did the re-barrel deal they had a while back, and should have mine any time as well. can't wait to get my hands on it

[Wingin it]

I am waiting on one from Benchmark as well. I can't wait to get it back and send some rounds down the tube! Should have it back in the next couple weeks.

[Biggerhammer]

The 190gr Matrix is a IMPRESSIVE bullet. I run it in a 7mm WSM with a 30" Hart 9 twist barrel.

[safehunter]

 I'm thinking you need a bigger back yard to use that thing to it's potential!! Nice looking rig!

[xXLojackXx]

The 190gr Matrix is a IMPRESSIVE bullet. I run it in a 7mm WSM with a 30" Hart 9 twist barrel.

Going to head to the range on Saturday. Group it at 100, 200, and 600 to see how the load works. The 190's will be a hammer 

[Duckhunter14]

That's some gun porn right there. Beautiful set-up! Thanks for posting pics. 

[Nature Boy]

What barrel contour did you go with?  Is that the benchmark #6?

[D-Rock425]

Do I care ask what sometime like this cost?