Fclass action

[Cody Richardson]

With my current rifle up for sale, I have free'd up more funds for a custom action on my 6BR custom build. Any advice on where to start? I have looked at Bat model B's, Deffiance deviant and or Kelby Fclass panda. I'd like to stay around $1000-$1200. Thoughts?

 

[bsumoba]

I think all those are going to be out of your price range if you buy the action new if your budget is 1000-1200.

you will need at least 1200-1600 for those actions.

I like all those actions though.

You could also do a true'd up Remington 700 action with a PT&G bolt or a Stiller in the upper end of your budget.

You could also try to find on of the ones you want in the for sale ads.

 

[gilmillan1]

I agree. All of those actions are above your price range. I just paid 1500 for a kelbly action.

I am impressed with the accuracy of a savage target action coupled with a quality barrel. Not the nicest action but accurate.

 

[Cody Richardson]

I have been leaning twoards the Bat, like you guys have said, I've seen them for about $1400. Finding a gently used one may be difficult. Which stiller would you reccomend? Depending on the price the my rifle may sell for I may be able to upgrade price wise to be able to afford one of the high end.

 

[Acyr]

James Crofts shoots a Savage PTA.

I think the results speak for themselves.

You can get them for about $600

 

[bsumoba]

I have been leaning twoards the Bat, like you guys have said, I've seen them for about $1400. Finding a gently used one may be difficult. Which stiller would you reccomend? Depending on the price the my rifle may sell for I may be able to upgrade price wise to be able to afford one of the high end.

You can look at the Stiller Viper or D'Back

 

[Patch700]

Take a look at Barnard... The bolt shroud has an unconventional look to it but they are a fine action and come with trigger.

 

[Down South]

Take a look at Barnard... The bolt shroud has an unconventional look to it but they are a fine action and come with trigger.

For a F Open gun with the 22 lb weight limit i think the Barnard P is a great action and i wouldn't hesitate to use one for a build.

 

[ShootDots]

I have 2 Pierce Short Actions. I use them in my Dashers. They are smooth as silk, use a Remington footprint. This makes finding stocks a breeze. They are perfect for a 6BR.. Also you can get one with a rail for about $1000... Right in your price range.

 

[BradY]

Pierce actions are great. Ive ordered one of their multiflat competition actions after owning a short action. Cant wait to gt it shooting!

 

[Cody Richardson]

What is the lead time looking like for your multi flat action?

 

[lawrence97]

+1 for barnard. They come with an excellent trigger,(2 stage or single), very stout and well made. Also very easy to remove bolt and firing pin assembly, 3 lug which provides a shorter and softer bolt lift. Contact MT guns if interested.

 

[Ringostar]

The Pierce multi flat might be a little more than your looking to spend also. Take a close look at their round actions. They're right in your price range w/rail.

 

[BradY]

It hasnt arrived yet. Ordered in December, should be here in Aus by June. The guys have been really good to deal with both directly and through our importer.

 

[dcali]

Another Barnard vote. The only downside is that they're heavy, but with a 22 pound limit, that's a non issue. The Model P comes with a nice two stage trigger, or you can go with a Model S and use a remington trigger. It's hard to beat them for the price (or at all, if you ask me).

Also, being able to disassemble the bolt without tools is pure luxury.

 

[JBO]

I just wondering why you haven't considered Borden, he makes a great action !

 

[M99]

I like the Barnard. Even for F-TR its easy to make weight and with F-Open its not a concern at all. Great trigger is included and that sucker is strong! The way we push our loads in F-Class, that's important.

 

[Patch700]

I just wondering why you haven't considered Borden, he makes a great action !

No question Borden is top shelf... I believe he was looking to keep it to 1100-1200 bucks , this is why I mentioned a Barnard.

 

[KWeigel]

Get a Borden. 1250 for action.

 

[expiper]

Look for a used Kelbly action,,,if it doesnt have a 20 moa rail you can add one to it,,,that shluld get you into your price range,,,Roger