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7mm Dakota Benchmark Build -VIDEOs UPDATE-
« on: June 19, 2015, 03:02:08 PM »
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
« Last Edit: July 13, 2015, 08:27:01 AM by xXLojackXx »
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Re: 7mm Dakota Benchmark Build
« Reply #1 on: June 19, 2015, 03:03:25 PM »
Looks like a shooter for sure! What do you expect your reach is? On a target? On game?
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Re: 7mm Dakota Benchmark Build
« Reply #2 on: June 19, 2015, 03:07:45 PM »
Quote from: h20hunter on June 19, 2015, 03:03:25 PM
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  :chuckle: 4 legged canine predators have a maximum range allowance  :bfg:

I'll be shooting 190gr Matrix VLDs between 3000-3100 fps
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Re: 7mm Dakota Benchmark Build
« Reply #3 on: June 19, 2015, 03:19:09 PM »
Sweet Setup! Looking forward to seeing the results on both steel and game.
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Re: 7mm Dakota Benchmark Build
« Reply #4 on: June 20, 2015, 06:11:03 AM »
Looks sweet!
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Re: 7mm Dakota Benchmark Build
« Reply #5 on: June 20, 2015, 08:22:13 AM »
Nice rifle how long is your barrel? Benchmark is working on a barrel for me right now. Can't wait to build mine.
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Re: 7mm Dakota Benchmark Build
« Reply #6 on: June 20, 2015, 08:31:06 AM »
Very nice rig, LoJack.  Hope to see it in action in a couple months.
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Re: 7mm Dakota Benchmark Build
« Reply #7 on: June 20, 2015, 08:33:40 AM »
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
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Re: 7mm Dakota Benchmark Build
« Reply #8 on: June 20, 2015, 08:54:14 AM »
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.
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Re: 7mm Dakota Benchmark Build
« Reply #9 on: June 21, 2015, 06:19:32 PM »
The 190gr Matrix is a IMPRESSIVE bullet. I run it in a 7mm WSM with a 30" Hart 9 twist barrel.
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Re: 7mm Dakota Benchmark Build
« Reply #10 on: June 21, 2015, 06:46:41 PM »
 I'm thinking you need a bigger back yard to use that thing to it's potential!! Nice looking rig!
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Re: 7mm Dakota Benchmark Build
« Reply #11 on: June 22, 2015, 05:30:11 AM »
Quote from: Biggerhammer on June 21, 2015, 06:19:32 PM
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  :tup:
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Re: 7mm Dakota Benchmark Build
« Reply #12 on: June 22, 2015, 08:15:51 AM »
That's some gun porn right there. Beautiful set-up! Thanks for posting pics.  :tup:
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Re: 7mm Dakota Benchmark Build
« Reply #13 on: June 24, 2015, 05:51:29 PM »
What barrel contour did you go with?  Is that the benchmark #6?
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Re: 7mm Dakota Benchmark Build
« Reply #14 on: June 24, 2015, 06:52:44 PM »
Do I care ask what sometime like this cost?
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