AO long range rifle build!

[catnthehat]

Okay guys, this thread is a continuation of the original Mauser action thread that Obsessed1 donated.

This rifle is being put together for new and junior shooters to use at our range in Ft. McMurray where we have ranges out to 1,000 meters
Anybody who wishes to help out with other parts of the build or even powder and bullets , etc, just jump in !

1:The assembly labor is graciously being donated and performed by fps plus

2:The action is from a '98 Parker Hale Safari .

3:Barrel is a Benchmark 30" in 6mmBR donated by Rugerfan
I originally was going to doo it with a spare 308 barrel but Rugerfan wanted to help out with it as well and who can argue with a Benchmark barrel donation!

4: a 20 MOA rail will be donated by Dick284 and myself.

5: Stock to be determined, but I believe I have an extra

6: brass for the 6mmBR is from my stash
That is what I have so far, the build will start in the new year, and will give us something to look forward to inn the Spring!!
Cat

[Just4hugh]

Looking forward to this project. Thanks to all the guys who are contributing to it!

[jayquiver]

great idea!

Thanks to everyone who played a part in making this happen

[Kurt505]

That’s awesome Cat, you gotta update with some pics!

[marky_mark]

Originally Posted by Kurt505

That’s awesome Cat, you gotta update with some pics!

Your back!!
👍👍😉

[Mateo]

Originally Posted by marky_mark

Your back!!
👍👍😉

He has a bad back? surgery?

[Chewbacca]

Originally Posted by Kurt505

That’s awesome Cat, you gotta update with some pics!

Agreed! The best kind of thread.

[KegRiver]

Makes me wish I was still able to do gunsmithing, but alas my eyes and hands limit my abilities.

[kujoseto]

Awesome!
Yeah good call on switching to the benchmark barrel.
Not sure I have anything to give here, but you’re already well on your way.
What are you looking for as far as bullets, powder, and primers?

[catnthehat]

Originally Posted by kujoseto

Awesome!
Yeah good call on switching to the benchmark barrel.
Not sure I have anything to give here, but you’re already well on your way.
What are you looking for as far as bullets, powder, and primers?

Whenever someone asks about powder and bullets for the 6mmBR I always say
" Any powder will do as long as it's 30 grains of Varget pushing a bullet between 100 and 108 grains!"
CCI BR primers work very well but I have used several brands .
Cat

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[catnthehat]

Originally Posted by catnthehat

Okay guys, this thread is a continuation of the original Mauser action thread that Obsessed1 donated.

This rifle is being put together for new and junior shooters to use at our range in Ft. McMurray where we have ranges out to 1,000 meters
Anybody who wishes to help out with other parts of the build or even powder and bullets , etc, just jump in !

1:The assembly labor is graciously being donated and performed by fps plus

2:The action is from a '98 Parker Hale Safari .

3:Barrel is a Benchmark 30" in 6mmBR donated by Rugerfan
I originally was going to do it with a spare 308 barrel but Rugerfan wanted to help out with it as well and who can argue with a Benchmark barrel donation!

4: a 20 MOA rail will be donated by Dick284 and myself.

5:Stock is a laminated walnut match style with fully adjustable butt plate and elevating cheek riser.

6: brass for the 6mmBR is from my stash
That is what I have so far, the build will start in the new year, and will give us something to look forward to inn the Spring!!

7: Tasco 16X target scope donated by Duceman
Cat

Latest update!
Cat

[fps plus]

I am assuming you would like a standard 6 BR chamber cut ?

[catnthehat]

Originally Posted by fps plus

I am assuming you would like a standard 6 BR chamber cut ?

Yup, a no neck turn chamber be fine.
Do you need a dummy cartridge when I send down the barrel and action?
Cat

[fps plus]

Yes a dummy round would be good as well as a new unfired brass . If I have a brass I can cut the chamber for minimum headspace for that brass.

[catnthehat]

Originally Posted by fps plus

Yes a dummy round would be good as well as a new unfired brass . If I have a brass I can cut the chamber for minimum headspace for that brass.

No problem, I will send several cases down with the barrel and action as well as a dummy round for you
Cat

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[catnthehat]

Not sure of the scope tube . It's still in transit but I will check with with Duceman though, he supplied the scope
Cat

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[Dariouskater]

Do you need custom slings for any of the donated rifles?

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[catnthehat]

Originally Posted by Dariouskater

Do you need custom slings for any of the donated rifles?

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Thanks but this rifle is going to be a single shot target rifle, and much to heavy and cumbersome for anything else but the range.
Cat

[fps plus]

A little update :
I have cleaned up the bolt and removed the barrel from the receiver . The barrel was rusted on so soaked several days in kroil and removed . Hopefully next week I will true things up , lap the lugs and fit the barrel.

[catnthehat]

Originally Posted by fps plus

A little update :
I have cleaned up the bolt and removed the barrel from the receiver . The barrel was rusted on so soaked several days in kroil and removed . Hopefully next week I will true things up , lap the lugs and fit the barrel.

WHOOO HOOOO!
Cat

[fps plus]

Update again :
Bolt is trued and lapped to receiver , all the necessary measurements for headspace are made. Hopefully if plans work out it will be chambered and fitted to the barrel by the end of the week .