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Title: What 6.5 creedmore rifle to get?
Post by: NW-GSP on January 01, 2017, 12:26:33 PM: I'm wanting a 6.5 creedmore for hunting and for target shooting. Due to weight I'm thinking a AR setup is out of the picture. Was thinking about a ruger American?, savage? Just not sure yet. Will be wanting to use it on antelope and deer so something that is not too heavy.
Title: Re: What 6.5 creedmore rifle to get?
Post by: KFhunter on January 01, 2017, 12:28:01 PM: Ruger American predator is getting good reviews, I seen one in north40 the other day I'd be happy to own
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Post by: MtnMuley on January 01, 2017, 12:37:02 PM: I honestly haven't heard many if any bad reviews on any of the 6.5 creedmoors being produced these days. I'm thinking it's basically depending on your preference and what your budget is. I recently researched the 6.5 Cr a bunch and I chose the Savage lightweight Hunter. Topped with a VX2 4-12 CDS and Talley ultralights, the complete set up is around 6.8 lbs. Perfect for the application I wanted.
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Post by: mossback91 on January 01, 2017, 12:37:37 PM: I've been curious about the bergara b14 rifles...seem like a pretty good bargain to me. :dunno:
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Post by: NW-GSP on January 01, 2017, 01:02:47 PM: I'm going to go with a vortex scope with adjustable turrets when I figure out what rifle to get
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Post by: grundy53 on January 01, 2017, 01:10:19 PM: Quote from: KFhunter on January 01, 2017, 12:28:01 PM
Ruger American predator is getting good reviews, I seen one in north40 the other day I'd be happy to own
I just bought one of these. Haven't shot it yet though. I like the feel of it.

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Title: Re: What 6.5 creedmore rifle to get?
Post by: jrebel on January 01, 2017, 01:51:41 PM: Savage light weight hunter if I wanted light. Savage ba stealth if weight wasn't an issue. Average hunting rifle....Savage 11,12,14, etc.
Title: Re: What 6.5 creedmore rifle to get?
Post by: CAMPMEAT on January 01, 2017, 02:03:03 PM: I have a Savage Model 116, Stainless/Synthetic. As they all say, it's a tack driver.
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Post by: JJB11B on January 01, 2017, 02:05:59 PM: Quote from: grundy53 on January 01, 2017, 01:10:19 PM
Quote from: KFhunter on January 01, 2017, 12:28:01 PM
Ruger American predator is getting good reviews, I seen one in north40 the other day I'd be happy to own
I just bought one of these. Haven't shot it yet though. I like the feel of it.

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I've got one. Killed a bunch of coyotes with it this year already. Love the rifle. adjusting the trigger down to 3 lbs was easy.
Title: Re: What 6.5 creedmore rifle to get?
Post by: huntnphool on January 01, 2017, 02:17:20 PM: If on a budget, that American Predator is hard to beat.
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Post by: Wanttohuntmore on January 01, 2017, 02:22:59 PM: I keep looking at a kimber hunter in 6.5 creedmore
Title: Re: What 6.5 creedmore rifle to get?
Post by: huntnphool on January 01, 2017, 02:31:29 PM: Quote from: Wanttohuntmore on January 01, 2017, 02:22:59 PM
I keep looking at a kimber hunter in 6.5 creedmore

:tup: Another nice gun, about twice the $ of the American.

If money is not a issue I'd look at the Coopers as well. http://cooperfirearms.com
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Post by: MtnMuley on January 01, 2017, 02:37:34 PM: During my search, the gun that actually felt the best was a Browning X-Bolt. It was a little longer than I was looking for, but had the best overall feel. Not sure about their reviews either.
Title: Re: What 6.5 creedmore rifle to get?
Post by: NW-GSP on January 01, 2017, 02:44:14 PM: I will most likely be buying two rifles, one for me and one for my wife. We are wanting to go hunt antelope and deer in Wyoming. I'm really starting to lean towards the American just with the price point and the good reviews. I can buy two ruger Americans for the price of one savage. I really do not think I will be shooting out to 1000 yards but would be target shooting out to 500.
Title: Re: What 6.5 creedmore rifle to get?
Post by: MtnMuley on January 01, 2017, 02:45:10 PM: You can't go wrong with the Predator. Especially when buying two. :twocents:
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Post by: jrebel on January 01, 2017, 02:47:59 PM: Quote from: NW-GSP on January 01, 2017, 02:44:14 PM
I will most likely be buying two rifles, one for me and one for my wife. We are wanting to go hunt antelope and deer in Wyoming. I'm really starting to lean towards the American just with the price point and the good reviews. I can buy two ruger Americans for the price of one savage. I really do not think I will be shooting out to 1000 yards but would be target shooting out to 500.

Buy your wife the savage lady hunter in 6.5. She will never need another rifle and will love you for another lifetime. Great guns for ladies!!
Title: Re: What 6.5 creedmore rifle to get?
Post by: Bmcox86 on January 02, 2017, 08:32:02 PM: I just picked up a Kimber Hunter on 6.5, the glass and rings will be here tomorrow so I don't know how it shoots yet.

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Title: Re: What 6.5 creedmore rifle to get?
Post by: Booyah13 on January 03, 2017, 02:30:04 PM: I went with the Bergara B 14 in synthetic. 22 inch barrel is the same length as my Remington mtn rifle but it is a little heavier. the synthetic stock has a great feel compared to most others and the trigger is adjustable. They guarantee sub moa, which i will put to the test this weekend once my new Leupold shows up.
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Post by: syoungs on January 03, 2017, 02:34:51 PM: I'm going to pick up a savage 10 predator soon, looked at the savage 11 trophy combos, and the Ruger American predator, by. I like the accustock of the model 10, and the magazine system seems much better. The rar gets awesome reviews though, and if something changes I'll be picking that one up instead. Only thing I didn't like about it was the somewhat chinsy feeling stock that's on it.
Title: Re: What 6.5 creedmore rifle to get?
Post by: jjness11 on January 05, 2017, 03:21:20 PM: Quote from: Bmcox86 on January 02, 2017, 08:32:02 PM
I just picked up a Kimber Hunter on 6.5, the glass and rings will be here tomorrow so I don't know how it shoots yet.

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I have been looking pretty hard at the Kimber. They seem like a great rifle for the price, and come with the same action and barrel as their higher priced rifles, just with a lower grade stock.
Title: Re: What 6.5 creedmore rifle to get?
Post by: baker5150 on January 05, 2017, 04:37:30 PM: Quote from: jjness11 on January 05, 2017, 03:21:20 PM
Quote from: Bmcox86 on January 02, 2017, 08:32:02 PM
I just picked up a Kimber Hunter on 6.5, the glass and rings will be here tomorrow so I don't know how it shoots yet.

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I have been looking pretty hard at the Kimber. They seem like a great rifle for the price, and come with the same action and barrel as their higher priced rifles, just with a lower grade stock.

I really like the stock on my Kimbers. Very stout for the weight savings.
Title: Re: What 6.5 creedmore rifle to get?
Post by: MtnMuley on January 06, 2017, 08:22:01 AM: Quote from: Booyah13 on January 03, 2017, 02:30:04 PM
I went with the Bergara B 14 in synthetic. 22 inch barrel is the same length as my Remington mtn rifle but it is a little heavier. the synthetic stock has a great feel compared to most others and the trigger is adjustable. They guarantee sub moa, which i will put to the test this weekend once my new Leupold shows up.

Looking forward to your review once it's set up. Looks like these might be a great rifle at a great price. :tup:
Title: Re: What 6.5 creedmore rifle to get?
Post by: Wetwoodshunter on January 06, 2017, 08:32:01 AM: I like the feel of the Tikka T3 and bang for your buck they are a hard rifle to beat.
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Post by: sagerat on January 06, 2017, 09:03:21 AM: Quote from: Wetwoodshunter on January 06, 2017, 08:32:01 AM
I like the feel of the Tikka T3 and bang for your buck they are a hard rifle to beat.

I agree but don't believe they offer that caliber
Title: Re: What 6.5 creedmore rifle to get?
Post by: lee on January 07, 2017, 07:46:08 AM: Reckon why the Predator in 308 is only offered in an 18" tube where all other calibers are 22" ?
Title: Re: What 6.5 creedmore rifle to get?
Post by: CAMPMEAT on January 07, 2017, 05:21:51 PM: Quote from: Booyah13 on January 03, 2017, 02:30:04 PM
I went with the Bergara B 14 in synthetic. 22 inch barrel is the same length as my Remington mtn rifle but it is a little heavier. the synthetic stock has a great feel compared to most others and the trigger is adjustable. They guarantee sub moa, which i will put to the test this weekend once my new Leupold shows up.

Ed Shilen has his fingers in the Bergara company...
Title: Re: What 6.5 creedmore rifle to get?
Post by: jjness11 on January 15, 2017, 08:12:35 PM: Picked up a Ruger Precision in 6.5. I've got 100 rounds thru it, and it is lights out. Very impressed so far. If anyone is considering a 6.5, I would strongly recommend checking this one out.
Title: Re: What 6.5 creedmore rifle to get?
Post by: Magnum_Willys on January 15, 2017, 08:48:24 PM: Quote from: jjness11 on January 15, 2017, 08:12:35 PM
Picked up a Ruger Precision in 6.5. I've got 100 rounds thru it, and it is lights out. Very impressed so far. If anyone is considering a 6.5, I would strongly recommend checking this one out.

Its like 13# isn't it? Great shooter I hear.
Title: Re: What 6.5 creedmore rifle to get?
Post by: grundy53 on January 15, 2017, 08:50:48 PM: I finally got out and shot my Ruger American predator this weekend. I love it and it shoots great.

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Title: Re: What 6.5 creedmore rifle to get?
Post by: syoungs on January 15, 2017, 08:55:20 PM: I'm really starting to lean towards a American predator for hunting use, and building a savage in a chassis for bench work, instead of buying a model 10 predator for both.

There's a pretty big group on Facebook all about the American, some impressive stuff posted on there, and a lot of rumors of new stock options coming up at shot.
Title: Re: What 6.5 creedmore rifle to get?
Post by: jjness11 on January 15, 2017, 09:31:31 PM: Quote from: Magnum_Willys on January 15, 2017, 08:48:24 PM
Quote from: jjness11 on January 15, 2017, 08:12:35 PM
Picked up a Ruger Precision in 6.5. I've got 100 rounds thru it, and it is lights out. Very impressed so far. If anyone is considering a 6.5, I would strongly recommend checking this one out.

Its like 13# isn't it? Great shooter I hear.

10.2 lbs
Title: Re: What 6.5 creedmore rifle to get?
Post by: JJB11B on January 15, 2017, 11:04:15 PM: Quote from: grundy53 on January 15, 2017, 08:50:48 PM
I finally got out and shot my Ruger American predator this weekend. I love it and it shoots great.

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ive killed coyotes with both of mine now
Title: Re: What 6.5 creedmore rifle to get?
Post by: Booyah13 on January 19, 2017, 12:45:20 PM: Finally got out and shot my new Bergara B 14 6.5 creedmoor yesterday. I shot five-5 shot groups using hornady 140gr bthp ammo. Largest group at 100 yds was just under 1 MOA and best group was 1/2 MOA! With reloading I should be able to shrink this a bit or at least maintain it. Trigger is definitely better than my Rem 700's and overall fit and feel are going to be hard to beat at its price point. Before I left the range i dialed in the 450 yd target and sent one; hit it dead center. For what it is worth, I have shot the ruger american 6.5 creedmoor and it was very accurate as well. If you are looking for something in the $400-450 price range that is a great option, but if you are looking in the $700 price range I would strongly consider the B 14. Just my :twocents:
Title: Re: What 6.5 creedmore rifle to get?
Post by: MtnMuley on January 19, 2017, 01:29:24 PM: So the Bergara B14 cost you approx. $700? For some reason I thought they were $550ish.............
Title: Re: What 6.5 creedmore rifle to get?
Post by: KFhunter on January 19, 2017, 01:33:43 PM: I like the B14 HMR
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Post by: wildwood on January 19, 2017, 05:03:31 PM: I just bought a bergara hunter very impressed with it
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Post by: BrandonWatts on January 20, 2017, 09:30:26 AM: I have been looking at the bergara b14 myself. I really like that the footprint is the same as the Remington 700. Stock and trigger options are abundant.
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Post by: Reidus on January 20, 2017, 10:18:39 AM: Do the Bergara's come in stainless? Look like a pretty nice rifle.
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Post by: NW-GSP on January 20, 2017, 10:22:17 AM: I'm thinking about going with a semi auto after talking to my buddy that owns titan firearms.
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Post by: birdwacker on January 20, 2017, 04:51:45 PM: I have the Bergara B14 and it's a sub moa shooter with the Hornady factory 143 gr precision hunter loads. Quality gun that the only negative thing I can think of is its a little on the heavy side.