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Hello, I'm new to the forum here, and this is my first post. Remington's 5R "mil-spec" rifle has caught my attention and I'm quite interested in getting one (in .308 Win). I'd like to know when the latest batch came onto the market, and if they're still available. Also, do they have a recoil pad? Any and all info/specs on this rifle would be great.
I have considered quite a few different rifles as my first precision rig. Something about each one has turned me off. Specifically, I considered the 700P and LTR, Weatherby TRR, and virtually every other factory or semi-custom rifle out there, bolt and auto-loader alike. However, I have my heart set on an all stainless rifle, and most precision rifles seem to have a carbon steel receiver, barrel or both. Anyone have any info an any precision rifles that have all-stainless construction? Its OK if they're coated black.
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Does the 5R mil-spec have the aluminum bedding block? What is the specification that these barrels do not make to be "rejected?"
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Finally, I have heard that a 1 in 10 twist is best for the .308. Will the 5R's barrel stabilize all the common .308 bullet weights? Sorry for the long post and thanks in advance.
Practice, Practice, Practice and Shoot true
I have considered quite a few different rifles as my first precision rig. Something about each one has turned me off. Specifically, I considered the 700P and LTR, Weatherby TRR, and virtually every other factory or semi-custom rifle out there, bolt and auto-loader alike. However, I have my heart set on an all stainless rifle, and most precision rifles seem to have a carbon steel receiver, barrel or both. Anyone have any info an any precision rifles that have all-stainless construction? Its OK if they're coated black.
EDIT************
Does the 5R mil-spec have the aluminum bedding block? What is the specification that these barrels do not make to be "rejected?"
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Finally, I have heard that a 1 in 10 twist is best for the .308. Will the 5R's barrel stabilize all the common .308 bullet weights? Sorry for the long post and thanks in advance.
Practice, Practice, Practice and Shoot true