mdunc8
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My dad has hinted at getting another rifle since I stole his when I moved out here, so I'm thinking about giving it back to him when I head home for Christmas. I've been toying with the idea of building a custom .270. I'm not a serious shooter and only practice enough to feel comfortable out to 300 yards. I'd like to spend some more time practicing in the future, so I can extend my range another 100 or 200 yards. However, I'm not sure a custom rifle is even realistic given my budget. I know it may not be necessary given my shooting limitations, but I like the idea of building my own gun rather than pulling something of the shelf at a store.
I plan on using my Cabelas points for the stock and optics (wish I could have used them for a shotgun, but a rifle is a little higher on the priority list right now).
I've looked into Pac-Nor and Krieger barrels. The price on both seem pretty reasonable and they have received great reviews from what I've read online. Any thoughts on one or the other?
Any suggestions for quality components to finish the gun (e.g., trigger, bolt, etc.) that won't break the bank?
I don't have any experience working on firearms, so I don't think this is a project I want to take on myself. How much do gunsmiths typically charge to assemble rifle?
So......is it possible to have a rifle built (not including the stock, optics, and barrel) for under $500? Any advice would be much appreciated.
I plan on using my Cabelas points for the stock and optics (wish I could have used them for a shotgun, but a rifle is a little higher on the priority list right now).
I've looked into Pac-Nor and Krieger barrels. The price on both seem pretty reasonable and they have received great reviews from what I've read online. Any thoughts on one or the other?
Any suggestions for quality components to finish the gun (e.g., trigger, bolt, etc.) that won't break the bank?
I don't have any experience working on firearms, so I don't think this is a project I want to take on myself. How much do gunsmiths typically charge to assemble rifle?
So......is it possible to have a rifle built (not including the stock, optics, and barrel) for under $500? Any advice would be much appreciated.