Post by: KopperBuck on October 30, 2013, 11:09:00 PM
I prefer to keep weight down - so composite is really my only option.
Post by: j_h_nimrod on October 30, 2013, 11:11:47 PM
Post by: RadSav on October 30, 2013, 11:16:08 PM
Until Kimber gets rid of that barrel taper I'm in the Sako camp. If Kimber would offer a similar barrel taper to the Tecomate I'd become an exclusive Kimber shooter as I am not the biggest fan of Sako fiber stocks. Or anybody elses ugly factory fiber stock for that matter. Sako almost got it right with the Tecomate, but B&C's stocks are all over the place on fit tolerances' and their finish rubs off way too easy.
Post by: ellensburgpo on October 30, 2013, 11:28:31 PM
Kimber Montana
:yeah:
http://www.nosler.com/m48-trophy-grade-rifle (http://www.nosler.com/m48-trophy-grade-rifle)
http://www.kimberamerica.com/rifles/model-8400-wsm-calibers/classic (http://www.kimberamerica.com/rifles/model-8400-wsm-calibers/classic)
http://www.remington.com/en/products/firearms/centerfire/model-700/model-700-cdl-sf.aspx (http://www.remington.com/en/products/firearms/centerfire/model-700/model-700-cdl-sf.aspx)
http://www.newultralight.com (http://www.newultralight.com)
How much you looking to spend?
Post by: RadSav on October 30, 2013, 11:36:21 PM
http://www.nosler.com/m48-trophy-grade-rifle (http://www.nosler.com/m48-trophy-grade-rifle)
I'm looking forward to trying one of the Nosler M48 rifles one of these days. Never even held one in my hands. Buddy of mine just bought a 280AI Trophy Grade. Will get a chance to shoot that soon. Sounds awful darn close to that Kimber I've always hoped they would build. Even if they are using a B&C stock.
Post by: huntnnw on October 30, 2013, 11:41:34 PM
Post by: ellensburgpo on October 30, 2013, 11:46:13 PM
http://www.nosler.com/m48-trophy-grade-rifle (http://www.nosler.com/m48-trophy-grade-rifle)
I'm looking forward to trying one of the Nosler M48 rifles one of these days. Never even held one in my hands. Buddy of mine just bought a 280AI Trophy Grade. Will get a chance to shoot that soon. Sounds awful darn close to that Kimber I've always hoped they would build. Even if they are using a B&C stock.
To me they are as good looking as a working rifles gets though I'm sure lots of people would disagree. I've only had limited time with one but I kick myself for not picking one up when I could have gotten it for a song.
There's so many options out there for lightweight rifles it makes it hard to just throw out a few, though being locked into a 300 WSM does narrow it down.
Post by: ellensburgpo on October 30, 2013, 11:50:02 PM
http://blog.kuiu.com/2013/01/28/boswell-custom-rifle-kuiu-slr-edition/#sthash.pqUHjvV3.dpbs (http://blog.kuiu.com/2013/01/28/boswell-custom-rifle-kuiu-slr-edition/#sthash.pqUHjvV3.dpbs)
http://www.mcwhorterrifles.com/300-wsm/ (http://www.mcwhorterrifles.com/300-wsm/)
Post by: carpsniperg2 on October 30, 2013, 11:55:04 PM
Sako A7 or Finnlight.
Until Kimber gets rid of that barrel taper I'm in the Sako camp. If Kimber would offer a similar barrel taper to the Tecomate I'd become an exclusive Kimber shooter as I am not the biggest fan of Sako fiber stocks. Or anybody elses ugly factory fiber stock for that matter. Sako almost got it right with the Tecomate, but B&C's stocks are all over the place on fit tolerances' and their finish rubs off way too easy.
Amen! If you can swing it buy a 300wsm Finnlight you wont ever look back!
Post by: carpsniperg2 on October 30, 2013, 11:57:04 PM
Post by: elkhunter00 on October 31, 2013, 12:32:16 AM
Post by: RadSav on October 31, 2013, 12:38:53 AM
I shoot better with the tikka :dunno:, but the X-bolt feels nicer
Same here!
Post by: coachcw on October 31, 2013, 06:16:27 AM
Post by: RadSav on October 31, 2013, 06:48:12 AM
Post by: ellensburgpo on October 31, 2013, 11:54:39 AM
Does Cooper make a synthetic stock? That would probably be sweet if they do.
They do, the model 52, but it doesn't come in 300 WSM.
Post by: bradslam on October 31, 2013, 12:05:04 PM
Post by: duckmen1 on October 31, 2013, 12:05:28 PM
Post by: RadSav on October 31, 2013, 03:34:12 PM
Does Cooper make a synthetic stock? That would probably be sweet if they do.They do, the model 52, but it doesn't come in 300 WSM.
Guess I've always been too distracted by all the pretty wood when looking at their site. Any idea whose stock they are using? Their website never gives much information.
Post by: KopperBuck on October 31, 2013, 10:47:22 PM
Post by: KopperBuck on October 31, 2013, 10:49:51 PM
Post by: RadSav on October 31, 2013, 10:56:10 PM
The only issue I had with Browning is the short bolt lift. Not bad, just different.
That's what I like the most about Sako and Browning.
Post by: klikboom on October 31, 2013, 11:01:34 PM
Post by: 10thmountainarcher on October 31, 2013, 11:13:39 PM
Post by: cem3434 on October 31, 2013, 11:16:11 PM
Kimber Montana
:yeah: I have 4 different 300 wsm's (Savage, Tikka, Remington & Kimber) and my Kimber Montana has quickly became my favorite. The Tikka shoots great as does the Savage. The Remington is a pile and it will be the last one I ever buy. I also had a Browning for awhile and it was a nice gun, but didn't fit me well. If you can afford a Kimber, then go for it. If not, I would recommend a Tikka.
Post by: ellensburgpo on November 01, 2013, 01:30:19 AM
Does Cooper make a synthetic stock? That would probably be sweet if they do.They do, the model 52, but it doesn't come in 300 WSM.
Guess I've always been too distracted by all the pretty wood when looking at their site. Any idea whose stock they are using? Their website never gives much information.
I don't know for sure but I'm curious enough that I emailed them the question. We will see if they get back or not.
Post by: jay.sharkbait on November 01, 2013, 02:19:29 AM
Kimber Montana
:yeah: I have 4 different 300 wsm's (Savage, Tikka, Remington & Kimber) and my Kimber Montana has quickly became my favorite. The Tikka shoots great as does the Savage. The Remington is a pile and it will be the last one I ever buy. I also had a Browning for awhile and it was a nice gun, but didn't fit me well. If you can afford a Kimber, then go for it. If not, I would recommend a Tikka.
Would you like to sell the Remington? If so, how much?
Post by: RadSav on November 01, 2013, 03:35:33 AM
I don't know for sure but I'm curious enough that I emailed them the question. We will see if they get back or not.
I reached out to a friend who has a good number of Cooper rifles. He does have a fiber stock. According to him (I'd rate as reasonably reliable) the fiber stock is custom made per Cooper specifications by HS. If that is true I'm liking that way better than any B&C stocked rifle. Still wish Kimber would offer a different barrel taper. I really like the Montana stock, the Kimber action and basically everything else about the Kimber rifles. But since Kimber refuses to do it this Cooper looks pretty good. Although they don't show the 52 being offered in any Short Magnum. Just Long Action.
Post by: ellensburgpo on November 01, 2013, 01:01:11 PM
Post by: RadSav on November 01, 2013, 01:07:38 PM
Their customer service said the stock on the 52 is made by bell and Carlson.
Thank you for getting the real scoop! Even if that is depressing news :(