Looking for a PVA John Hancock rifle in one of these two calibers. The rifle will be used primarily for informal target shooting from 100 to 600+ yards. I like the fact the 6 has minimal recoil compared to the 6.5 and is a bit faster. I do not reload at this stage of the game. The availability of factory ammunition is greater for the 6.5 and barrel life seems to be 30 to 50 percent longer. Not a fan of the increased recoil though. If I shot 120 grain bullets with a brake would that tame recoil down to that of a 6mm with 105 hybrids( the round I would likely shoot with the 6mm) or would I be sacrificing some accuracy compared with the 140 Bergers more commonly used in the 6.5. The 6.5 is more adaptable to hunt with should I go in that direction. I have no experience with either caliber only owning .243 , 30-06 and rimfires, How is the 6.5 recoil compared to a .243? Should I go with the 6 and rebarrel as needed? I welcome your opinions. Thanks. The rifle will weigh 10 1/2 to 11 pounds complete.
Help newbie. 6 or 6.5 Hancock
- Thread starter aaatkr
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The recoil difference between the 6mm creed and 6.5 creed is minimal. Especially in a 11 lb rifle.
If you plan on shooting hundreds of rounds every month, the 6.5creed is a better option. And like you said, factory ammo diversity is plentiful for the 6.5.
Looking at the specs of the rifle, it's a good deal considering what you get. Nucleus receiver, Rock Creek barrel etc... Not too shabby price wise for a new tactical rifle.
If you plan on shooting hundreds of rounds every month, the 6.5creed is a better option. And like you said, factory ammo diversity is plentiful for the 6.5.
Looking at the specs of the rifle, it's a good deal considering what you get. Nucleus receiver, Rock Creek barrel etc... Not too shabby price wise for a new tactical rifle.
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