New 222 rem. build done

[jghoghunter]

Just finished my 222 rem build. Its the first rifle I ever bought. Just a standard rem. 722 sporter in 222 rem. I bought it used in 84 when I was 14. I figured until now I had shot around 10k thru it and it showed, 200 yds and you were lucky to keep 10 shots in a softball group. I found the new McGowen bbl. on there website at a good price. My living is making stocks so I made this stock to suit my purpose of prairie dog hunting and groundhog hunting and maybe a short range groundhog match. Rick at boyzhid.com dipped it in carbon fiber for me and it turned out awesome. Have not had a chance to shoot it yet and still want to put a larger bolt knob on it. Other than that I believe it's complete.

 

[jghoghunter]

more pics. Sorry I don't know why the pics are not clearer.

 

[ShootDots]

I am not a "thumbhole" guy, however, that paint job is awesome!! If it shoots as good as it looks, you may have a record setter on your hands!!

 

[jonbearman]

Should we assume the stock is wood or composite?It looks real nice,how much clearance do you have under the barrel? It looks alittle tight towards the front or is it a pressure point.

 

[jghoghunter]

Its a walnut laminate stock that I made up of left over pieces. There's enough clearance for 2 sheets of printer paper. Its not as close as it looks in the pics.

 

[BoydAllen]

I admit to being a two matchbook covers float sort of guy, unless it is a high dollar piece of checkered art in walnut and rust bluing, that you would be afraid to take very far from the gun safe. How does it shoot?

 

[Ghansen]

Always loved my .222. Hope it gives you a little bit of love back. 8) Koo-el!

 

[jonbearman]

Post a target or two when you get a chance.

 

[jghoghunter]

I haven't got a chance to shoot it yet. Hoping to get out in the next week or two and shoot it.

 

[jobhopper66]

I personally think your rifle is a great combination of old and new. I just had a Hart action fitted with a new Shilen HV barrel in 222 and couldn't be happier. Your gun is definitely going to be an attention getter no matter where you go.
Ray

 

[pacificman]

Very nice! I too would like to know how it shoots when you have the chance. Thanks for sharing the pics.

 

[Grimstod]

Really Nice! Great stock too.

 

[Hippy]

You are to be commended on your choice of Cartridge and your stock work is nicely done.

The "Duce" is know for small groups

Good Luck

Jim

 

[jghoghunter]

Thanks for the compliments and once i get to shoot it i will post some targets.

 

[O G]

more pics. Sorry I don't know why the pics are not clearer.

awesome build

 

[gman47564]

Nice!!!.. i had a shilen barrel put on a 788 a couple years ago.. it was also my first center fire rifle.. my smith did the work.. bedded it in a new factory original stock.. turned out great and is a tack driver.. growing up with that little rifle i killed more stuff with it than you could haul in a semi.. fond memories every time i shoot it.. enjoy your old new triple deuce..i sure do mine

 

[SPQR70AD]

Just finished my 222 rem build. Its the first rifle I ever bought. Just a standard rem. 722 sporter in 222 rem. I bought it used in 84 when I was 14. I figured until now I had shot around 10k thru it and it showed, 200 yds and you were lucky to keep 10 shots in a softball group. I found the new McGowen bbl. on there website at a good price. My living is making stocks so I made this stock to suit my purpose of prairie dog hunting and groundhog hunting and maybe a short range groundhog match. Rick at boyzhid.com dipped it in carbon fiber for me and it turned out awesome. Have not had a chance to shoot it yet and still want to put a larger bolt knob on it. Other than that I believe it's complete.

what twist did that barrel come with

 

[JEFFPPC]

Just finished my 222 rem build. Its the first rifle I ever bought. Just a standard rem. 722 sporter in 222 rem. I bought it used in 84 when I was 14. I figured until now I had shot around 10k thru it and it showed, 200 yds and you were lucky to keep 10 shots in a softball group. I found the new McGowen bbl. on there website at a good price. My living is making stocks so I made this stock to suit my purpose of prairie dog hunting and groundhog hunting and maybe a short range groundhog match. Rick at boyzhid.com dipped it in carbon fiber for me and it turned out awesome. Have not had a chance to shoot it yet and still want to put a larger bolt knob on it. Other than that I believe it's complete.

Bring it next Sat to the shoot. I wanna touch it.

 

[Link]

Hydro dip ?

 

[hoz53]

more pics. Sorry I don't know why the pics are not clearer.

Looks great Jessi. I hope it shoots great for you.