what is the best factory bolt action 6.5 creedmore

[NW-GSP]

What 6.5 bolt action rifle would be the best to get, I have been looking at the savage long range. I want it for long range target shooting and for antelope and deer. I'm thinking I would get a vortex viper scope to go with it.

[carpsniperg2]

Check out the ruger precision rifle.

[jackelope]

Check out the ruger precision rifle.

Best bang for the buck out there in the form of a true long range rifle.

[hunting4sanity]

RPR is very good for long range target shooting, but handle one first if you want to do a lot of hiking while deer/antelope hunting - it may be a bit heavy as a hunting rifle. However, as I get older I'm just getting wimpy and like to hunt with a light hunting rifle.

[NW-GSP]

Check out the ruger precision rifle.

I have also been checking them out also.

[huntnphool]

If on a budget, hard to beat the Ruger American http://www.gunsamerica.com/blog/1000-yards-500-rifle-rugers-american-predator/

[huntnphool]

Check out the ruger precision rifle.

I have also been checking them out also.

 I don't know what the "precision rifle" weighs but the American in only 6.5 pounds or so.

[carpsniperg2]

RPR is very good for long range target shooting, but handle one first if you want to do a lot of hiking while deer/antelope hunting - it may be a bit heavy as a hunting rifle. However, as I get older I'm just getting wimpy and like to hunt with a light hunting rifle.

Yes indeed that rifle with a vortex will probably come in around 11.5-12 lbs.

If on a budget, hard to beat the Ruger American http://www.gunsamerica.com/blog/1000-yards-500-rifle-rugers-american-predator/

Another great choice. I have 2 predators and they both shoot amazing at the price point they are top notch and very light.  If you like you can get a timney to improve the trigger for around 100-125.

[carpsniperg2]

Check out the ruger precision rifle.

I have also been checking them out also.

 I don't know what the "precision rifle" weighs but the American in only 6.5 pounds or so.

That is correct. Both of mine come in with optics and mounts are around 7.5-8lbs.

[huntnphool]

Check out the ruger precision rifle.

I have also been checking them out also.

 I don't know what the "precision rifle" weighs but the American in only 6.5 pounds or so.

That is correct. Both of mine come in with optics and mounts are around 7.5-8lbs.

 And under $1000?

[carpsniperg2]

The precision rifle with optics no.

The predators heck yes way under. One of mine is rocking a bushnell elite and the other a vortex.



Other great choice coming out is the new TIKKA T3X CTR 6.5 CREEDMOOR looks like it will come in at 7.4 bare rifle.

[carpsniperg2]

The last couple predators have left my shop at 415.00 plus tax. the 6.5 and 243 are the harder ones to find in stock. None of my 8 wholesalers have them in stock and I am waiting for several of the rugers pr's as well.

[huntnphool]

The precision rifle with optics no.

The predators heck yes way under. One of mine is rocking a bushnell elite and the other a vortex.

 

[haugenna]

Where are the coopers coming in at?

[CaNINE]

NW-GSP, the Savage 12 Long Range Precision is an exceptional rifle. It is heavy but not too heavy for pronghorn or deer depending upon your hunting style. A friend has one and it is one of the most accurate rifles I've been behind. It's 11 pounds sans optics so beware. Lay that baby over a pack in the field and it's one sweet long range critter getter.

[hunting4sanity]

My son shoots a Ruger Precision Rifle in 6.5 and with his Nightforce scope and Harris 6 to 9" bipods it's pushing 14 lbs. Accurate gun, just decide if the weight is an issue and if it's more of a long-range competition type rifle or spot-n-stalk type rifle you need. Go to a website like Grabagun and see if something catches your eye in their 6.5 Creedmoor selections, that's a great caliber in my opinion.
http://grabagun.com/firearms/rifles-for-sale/bolt-action-rifles-for-sale.html?caliber=2865

[huntnphool]

Where are the coopers coming in at?

 About $2500

[bobcat]

Another good option is the Howa Alpine, the 6.5 Creedmoor just became available in 2016.

http://www.legacysports.com/alpine-mountain-rifle

[birdwacker]

I picked up a Bergara  B14 synthetic in 6.5 Creedmoor  at Sportsman's Whse  for 699.00 . Weighs 7.25 without a scope. Mine shoots the Hornady  143gr eld-x into 1/2 in at 100yds.

[coachcw]

cooper !