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Plain Lucky · 02-25-2023, 02:55 PM

Considering one for varmint hunting. Anyone tried one?

I'll likely go with a 22-250 or 243, cut it down to 18" and have it threaded. This rifle will be carried quite a bit while making calls so I'm looking to keep the weight down, no heavy barrels.

Raider4044 · 02-25-2023, 03:20 PM

Solid rifles for the money. Rem 700 footprint means aftermarket support is endless for them.

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Geraldg6 · 02-25-2023, 03:22 PM

I’d keep the length in the barrel. Especially if your going with a 22-250 or 243. Keep the length and keep the extra velocity. In reality you’re getting one shot a coyote or cat each set. Having it suppressed doesn’t help much in varmint hunting IMOP. I have a Bergara wilderness in 308. Awesome rifle.

My varmint set up is a cz 527 in 223 with a 26” barrel.

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mclipp · 02-25-2023, 03:35 PM

I recently got the B14 Ridge in 7mm-08. Killed the first pig that I shot at @ 214 yards. The trigger on mine is great. It weighs 7.5 lbs without scope, so the Ridge may not be what you want for moving around a lot. But, it seems to be a quality firearm.

Greenheadless · 02-25-2023, 04:10 PM

Top notch rifle. I am very pleased with mine and would buy again.

I might even go to say I enjoy is as much as my Sako’s.

TX83 · 02-25-2023, 06:27 PM

I have the B14 Ridge SP in 308 with the threaded 18” barrel. Nicest rifle I have had.

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Plain Lucky · 02-26-2023, 09:09 AM

Thanks for all of the great feedback. I'm likely looking at the "B14 Hunter." Anyone tried it yet? I looked at a B14 Hunter and a Howa 1500 in a gun shop yesterday and still want to look at a Tikka Lite. I liked the action on the Bergara better than the Howa, but liked the stock on the Howa slightly better. Overall they were very close and both very nice but I think I'm leaning towards the Bergara.

Kenner97 · 02-26-2023, 09:22 AM

I have the Bergara HMR in 22-250 and it is a great rifle. Too heavy to carry around so would recommend the ridge.

Greenheadless · 02-26-2023, 11:32 AM

If that ridge has the regular stock, I would go that route over the HMR style stocks.

I had every intention of buying a Tikka as well when I started looking looking, and ended up on the Bergara. Fit and finish is so much better IMHO.

I have a Ridge SP like TX83.

brownwdbwhunter · 02-26-2023, 03:31 PM

If your close to the DFW area I can get you any Bergara you decide on.
I’m an FFL

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PIc · 02-26-2023, 08:42 PM

I bought a 22-250 Bergara B14 Hunter two years ago; it's been a great rifle and has seen a lot of use.

jgard · 02-26-2023, 09:23 PM

I have the wilderness ridge in a 7mag and love it

Plain Lucky · 02-27-2023, 12:24 PM

Looks like it's unanimous! Thanks to all

Brownwdbwhunter thanks, will check with you before ordering elsewhere but it be a couple of months.

brownwdbwhunter · 02-27-2023, 03:50 PM

No problem!
You can email me at greg@sandstonetactical.com or call at 817–405-6846
I take cash credit card venmo or Zelle

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Chase4556 · 02-27-2023, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by brownwdbwhunter

No problem!
You can email me at greg@sandstonetactical.com or call at 817–405-6846
I take cash credit card venmo or Zelle

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TCB · 02-28-2023, 04:07 PM

I was in Scheel's today and they have the new Ridge Carbon Fiber.....I'm in love!!! Had a 6.5 CM jumped in my arms and come home with me. With a Meopta 3-18x50 on it, it has to weigh less than 8#'s. Going to the range in the morning.

Plain Lucky · 02-28-2023, 08:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TCB

I was in Scheel's today and they have the new Ridge Carbon Fiber.....I'm in love!!! Had a 6.5 CM jumped in my arms and come home with me. With a Meopta 3-18x50 on it, it has to weigh less than 8#'s. Going to the range in the morning.

Congrats!!!

Pics or it didn't happen!

Please let us know how it shoots!

bman940 · 03-01-2023, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by TCB

I was in Scheel's today and they have the new Ridge Carbon Fiber.....I'm in love!!! Had a 6.5 CM jumped in my arms and come home with me. With a Meopta 3-18x50 on it, it has to weigh less than 8#'s. Going to the range in the morning.

Outstanding combination. I hope you'll post some pics from the range. I don't live far from you and I've been on the Meopta bandwagon for over 4 years now. I have even done soem freelance work. They make great products for a fair price and they have an excellent LE/Mil/First Responder Program too.

12ring · 03-01-2023, 11:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Plain Lucky

Thanks for all of the great feedback. I'm likely looking at the "B14 Hunter." Anyone tried it yet? I looked at a B14 Hunter and a Howa 1500 in a gun shop yesterday and still want to look at a Tikka Lite. I liked the action on the Bergara better than the Howa, but liked the stock on the Howa slightly better. Overall they were very close and both very nice but I think I'm leaning towards the Bergara.

Traded for one today.
Haven't even unlocked it and put the bolt in yet, but looks like a bad-*** rifle !

Either a Nikon 4-16 or Leupold 4-12 going on it. Ain't decided yet.

TCB · 03-02-2023, 07:23 AM

Took the new Carbon Fiber to the range....love this gun!!! Took a few 100gr. handloads along with some 140gr Core lokt's and Fusion. No surprise the handloaded Barnes performed the best but the Core Lokt's weren't bad. The Fusion opened up quite a bit which surprised me. It's just the initial break in and more range time will be needed (dang).

Greenheadless · 03-02-2023, 08:03 AM

It can probably do much better than that

Congrats on the purchase.

brownwdbwhunter · 03-18-2023, 03:06 PM

I just got in a B14 Ridge 6.5 CM.
** New**
Never Shot
I am going to offer a special deal for this one just to Texas Bowhunter members
759.99 plus tax
Local pickup only in Venus, Tx
Must have a LTC or a valid drivers license.
Please text or call me at 817-405-6846

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HogCommander · 03-18-2023, 03:52 PM

I bought a B-14 Timber in .308 a few years ago and love it! I also replaced the hinged floor plate with Bergara's detachable magazine bottom metal. Great rifle!

hoyt21 · 03-19-2023, 05:24 PM

I have a22-250 b14 ridge I kinda semi customed, dropped into a manner stock, new trigger, new dbm. Shoots under 1/2” with 60 gr Bergers. Coyotes don’t like itn

Txarrowhunter · 03-20-2023, 01:37 AM

I run a 22creedmoor on most everything varmint wise. But I did buy a hmr Saturday at teskeys right under 1k for the 22-250. Put it together tapped the chassis for rail threw a triggertech and a vortex scope on it for secondary shootr and was shocked with the accuracy and I have several bergaras already. This one took the cake compared to the other bergaras I have. It’s about 10# or so I think tho that’s the only down side.

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02-25-2023, 02:55 PM	#1
Plain Lucky Ten Point Join Date: Mar 2010 Hunt In: North central Tx, Kansas	Bergara B14 Considering one for varmint hunting. Anyone tried one? I'll likely go with a 22-250 or 243, cut it down to 18" and have it threaded. This rifle will be carried quite a bit while making calls so I'm looking to keep the weight down, no heavy barrels. Last edited by Plain Lucky; 02-25-2023 at 02:59 PM.

02-25-2023, 03:35 PM	#4
mclipp Six Point Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: muenster Hunt In: montague co	I recently got the B14 Ridge in 7mm-08. Killed the first pig that I shot at @ 214 yards. The trigger on mine is great. It weighs 7.5 lbs without scope, so the Ridge may not be what you want for moving around a lot. But, it seems to be a quality firearm. Last edited by mclipp; 02-25-2023 at 03:40 PM.

02-26-2023, 03:31 PM	#10
brownwdbwhunter Six Point Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: VENUS,TX Hunt In: BROWNWOOD	Bergara B14 If your close to the DFW area I can get you any Bergara you decide on. I’m an FFL Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

03-02-2023, 07:23 AM	#20
TCB Ten Point Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Denton, Tx	Took the new Carbon Fiber to the range....love this gun!!! Took a few 100gr. handloads along with some 140gr Core lokt's and Fusion. No surprise the handloaded Barnes performed the best but the Core Lokt's weren't bad. The Fusion opened up quite a bit which surprised me. It's just the initial break in and more range time will be needed (dang). Attached Images

03-19-2023, 05:24 PM	#24
hoyt21 Ten Point Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Palito blanco, tx Hunt In: Ben Bolt, Tx	I have a22-250 b14 ridge I kinda semi customed, dropped into a manner stock, new trigger, new dbm. Shoots under 1/2” with 60 gr Bergers. Coyotes don’t like itn Attached Images

02-25-2023, 03:20 PM	#2
Raider4044 Ten Point Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Lamesa	Solid rifles for the money. Rem 700 footprint means aftermarket support is endless for them. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

02-25-2023, 03:22 PM	#3
Geraldg6 Ten Point Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: College Station Hunt In: Snook, Texas	I’d keep the length in the barrel. Especially if your going with a 22-250 or 243. Keep the length and keep the extra velocity. In reality you’re getting one shot a coyote or cat each set. Having it suppressed doesn’t help much in varmint hunting IMOP. I have a Bergara wilderness in 308. Awesome rifle. My varmint set up is a cz 527 in 223 with a 26” barrel. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

02-25-2023, 04:10 PM	#5
Greenheadless Pope & Young Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Houston, TX Hunt In: SE Texas	Top notch rifle. I am very pleased with mine and would buy again. I might even go to say I enjoy is as much as my Sako’s.

02-25-2023, 06:27 PM	#6
TX83 Spike Join Date: Jan 2023 Location: Texas Hunt In: Van Zandt county	I have the B14 Ridge SP in 308 with the threaded 18” barrel. Nicest rifle I have had. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

02-26-2023, 09:09 AM	#7
Plain Lucky Ten Point Join Date: Mar 2010 Hunt In: North central Tx, Kansas	Thanks for all of the great feedback. I'm likely looking at the "B14 Hunter." Anyone tried it yet? I looked at a B14 Hunter and a Howa 1500 in a gun shop yesterday and still want to look at a Tikka Lite. I liked the action on the Bergara better than the Howa, but liked the stock on the Howa slightly better. Overall they were very close and both very nice but I think I'm leaning towards the Bergara.

02-26-2023, 09:22 AM	#8
Kenner97 Ten Point Join Date: Feb 2011 Hunt In: Atascosa, Wilson, Karnes County	I have the Bergara HMR in 22-250 and it is a great rifle. Too heavy to carry around so would recommend the ridge.

02-26-2023, 11:32 AM	#9
Greenheadless Pope & Young Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Houston, TX Hunt In: SE Texas	If that ridge has the regular stock, I would go that route over the HMR style stocks. I had every intention of buying a Tikka as well when I started looking looking, and ended up on the Bergara. Fit and finish is so much better IMHO. I have a Ridge SP like TX83.

02-26-2023, 08:42 PM	#11
PIc Eight Point Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Huffman,Tx	I bought a 22-250 Bergara B14 Hunter two years ago; it's been a great rifle and has seen a lot of use.

02-26-2023, 09:23 PM	#12
jgard Ten Point Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Royse city Hunt In: east tx	I have the wilderness ridge in a 7mag and love it

02-27-2023, 12:24 PM	#13
Plain Lucky Ten Point Join Date: Mar 2010 Hunt In: North central Tx, Kansas	Looks like it's unanimous! Thanks to all Brownwdbwhunter thanks, will check with you before ordering elsewhere but it be a couple of months.

02-27-2023, 03:50 PM	#14
brownwdbwhunter Six Point Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: VENUS,TX Hunt In: BROWNWOOD	No problem! You can email me at greg@sandstonetactical.com or call at 817–405-6846 I take cash credit card venmo or Zelle Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

02-28-2023, 04:07 PM	#16
TCB Ten Point Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Denton, Tx	I was in Scheel's today and they have the new Ridge Carbon Fiber.....I'm in love!!! Had a 6.5 CM jumped in my arms and come home with me. With a Meopta 3-18x50 on it, it has to weigh less than 8#'s. Going to the range in the morning.

03-02-2023, 08:03 AM	#21
Greenheadless Pope & Young Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Houston, TX Hunt In: SE Texas	It can probably do much better than that Congrats on the purchase.

03-18-2023, 03:06 PM	#22
brownwdbwhunter Six Point Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: VENUS,TX Hunt In: BROWNWOOD	I just got in a B14 Ridge 6.5 CM. New Never Shot I am going to offer a special deal for this one just to Texas Bowhunter members 759.99 plus tax Local pickup only in Venus, Tx Must have a LTC or a valid drivers license. Please text or call me at 817-405-6846 Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

03-18-2023, 03:52 PM	#23
HogCommander Four Point Join Date: Oct 2018	I bought a B-14 Timber in .308 a few years ago and love it! I also replaced the hinged floor plate with Bergara's detachable magazine bottom metal. Great rifle!

03-20-2023, 01:37 AM	#25
Txarrowhunter Ten Point Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: 817 Hunt In: Parker county	I run a 22creedmoor on most everything varmint wise. But I did buy a hmr Saturday at teskeys right under 1k for the 22-250. Put it together tapped the chassis for rail threw a triggertech and a vortex scope on it for secondary shootr and was shocked with the accuracy and I have several bergaras already. This one took the cake compared to the other bergaras I have. It’s about 10# or so I think tho that’s the only down side. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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