The 2020 TBH/APR Special Planning Thread

[Saltyag15]

I think last year's builds were all around freakin awesome. If you put a stock with an adjustable cheek on that tier 1 build from last year, I think you've got the ultimate rifle. Could be used for hunting or bench shooting.

[sierracharlie338]

The 2020 TBH/APR Special Planning Thread

I see that now. Didn't look close enough. For me a verticle grip and higher comb is important. Does look like a viable option. But like you said this could go any direction.

I’m right there with ya. Been a tactical style stock shooter for a long time now and it took me a long time get comfortable with it haha. Fingers crossed.


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[Stick1]

I saw 4.5 - 5lb mentioned earlier.........to get that light you are realistically looking at a $4,500 + price tag. It will take titanium or whittled down steel(hours). It will also take a slimmed down stock with no features that will still require a lot of finish work(hours). You are getting down into flip-flop butt pad territory at those weights 6 to 6.5 lbs will open up more options and knock off more $. That said, If we limit it to short actions........ I might have a trick up my sleeve

[Stick1]

As far as adjustable combs go, that's definitely a possibility. Every component choice is a compromise, which is the fun challenge of these deals. The compromise with adjustable hardware is that it adds between 3/4 to 1 lb, and $100 - $200 depending on stock manufacturer.

[Stick1]

Found this pic Robert posted in another thread. Nice adjustable stock option.


Sierracharlie out…

I still love that pic. It shows just how incapable the 6.5's are

[sierracharlie338]

I still love that pic. It shows just how incapable the 6.5's are

Yes even the Manbun [emoji23]


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[JTCowpoke]

I saw 4.5 - 5lb mentioned earlier.........to get that light you are realistically looking at a $4,500 + price tag. It will take titanium or whittled down steel(hours). It will also take a slimmed down stock with no features that will still require a lot of finish work(hours). You are getting down into flip-flop butt pad territory at those weights 6 to 6.5 lbs will open up more options and knock off more $. That said, If we limit it to short actions........ I might have a trick up my sleeve

I could live with 6-6.5lbs

[OSU Fisher]

For the heavy fans. Heres my buddies 300 Norma. Wouldn't pack it to far in the woods but man is it fun to shoot. Have taken it out to 2k yards. It's 15 lbs. Just another idea.

[sierracharlie338]

As far as adjustable combs go, that's definitely a possibility. Every component choice is a compromise, which is the fun challenge of these deals. The compromise with adjustable hardware is that it adds between 3/4 to 1 lb, and $100 - $200 depending on stock manufacturer.

This makes more sense to me than a 4lb rifle with almost a 5k price tag. I’ll sit that out but that’s just me.


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[sierracharlie338]

Here’s heavy for ya. In the 17-18 pound range in 338 Lapua with scope and loaded mag if I remember right [emoji23][emoji1787]


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[Javelin]

I saw 4.5 - 5lb mentioned earlier.........to get that light you are realistically looking at a $4,500 + price tag. It will take titanium or whittled down steel(hours). It will also take a slimmed down stock with no features that will still require a lot of finish work(hours). You are getting down into flip-flop butt pad territory at those weights 6 to 6.5 lbs will open up more options and knock off more $. That said, If we limit it to short actions........ I might have a trick up my sleeve

I am all for a 6lber also when I saw the 4.5 number thrown out I didnt know if it was even possible. I think a Short action only build in a 6lb gun would make an awesome group build.

[Quackerbox]

That said, If we limit it to short actions........ I might have a trick up my sleeve

Ohhh yeah. My tail might be wagging

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[Abcdj]

A short threaded barrel in 6.5-06 AI with a adjustable comb and pistol type grip.

[TexasCanesFan]

I personally am wanting a big 300 so that is obviously LA, not a short barrel and not ultra light. Just what I am wanting for me so giving my opinion.

[Radar]

I am all for a 6lber also when I saw the 4.5 number thrown out I didnt know if it was even possible. I think a Short action only build in a 6lb gun would make an awesome group build.

Kimber builds a mountain ascent rifle which can be 5 pounds . They are 1899.00