Gungrinner Posted February 10, 2019 Report Share Posted February 10, 2019 Unfortunately I don't have loads of cash so I am looking for a used FTR setup. My club shoots an in house completion at Bisley once a month and I want to join in the fun. I have shot a few different rifles from a Rem 700 to a custom Valkyrie. The rifles feel different but no one is miles better than the other. I have been told by fellow club members that the savage is designed for factory ammunition and load development is difficult. I have not shot a savage ftr but you hear good reports. There are some interesting items for sale at the moment and I can't make my mind up. Help... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
No i deer Posted February 10, 2019 Report Share Posted February 10, 2019 If you don't reload there's no point buying a custom rifle really but If it's the aesthetics your after then why not...! You would need buy a variation of factory ammo and find which shoots the best whether is a custom or factory rifle regardless. Atb No I deer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gungrinner Posted February 10, 2019 Author Report Share Posted February 10, 2019 Thanks I want to reload and do load development. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick 53 Posted February 10, 2019 Report Share Posted February 10, 2019 If you reload, there are plenty of people on hear such as Gun pimp who can give you an idea of starting loads as well as kit. the thing not to do is buy items that you don’t need ! Or can’t use! I have made a few mistakes in this area. you need to decide on how much money you got then factor in Rifle, scope, reloading kit, and everything else that is required. Nick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
No i deer Posted February 10, 2019 Report Share Posted February 10, 2019 4 hours ago, Gungrinner said: Thanks I want to reload and do load development. Semi or full custom 👍 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gungrinner Posted February 10, 2019 Author Report Share Posted February 10, 2019 1 minute ago, No i deer said: Semi or full custom 👍 I don't mind. I just want the best "bang" for buck and be competitive at a club level. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronin Posted February 10, 2019 Report Share Posted February 10, 2019 Thrown in to the equation - you need the same level of kit to shoot either FTr or Open class and an equally accurate rifle I would argue that it’s harder to be competitive at FTR class than Open too - given you are restricted to 308 or 223 and bullets that “move a lot” in the wind Considering these factors - I’d suggest open class may be easier to start Plenty of very good rifles for sale on here (including one of mine) which would be competitive at international level I wouldn’t restrict yourself to a factory rifle as you may find it hard to sell when (not if) the F class big really bites and you joking the arms race which is equally expensive in either class Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradders Posted February 10, 2019 Report Share Posted February 10, 2019 1 hour ago, No i deer said: Semi or full custom 👍 Semi Custom, the daftest term used in shooting some circles, accredited to the British shooting scene and a phrase coined by some gunsmiths, that verges on being as cheesy as a cheesy thing It’s either a “custom build” or it isn’t A “custom” action is another one and could only truly be called a “custom” action if it is a one off, fancy schmancy expensive actions such as Deviant, Nesika, Borden etc are mass produced so therefore not custom Pedantic rant over, Andy you make an interesting point about FTR being tougher than open, I can see your point is valid, and when everyone has roughly similar equipment and a performance cap, it pushes you to be the deciding factor more than your kit is Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronin Posted February 10, 2019 Report Share Posted February 10, 2019 That’s precisely my point Mark😄 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newsatten Posted February 10, 2019 Report Share Posted February 10, 2019 There's a world class FTR setup the Furrybean selling on here, bang on a scope and youll be good to go! Seemple ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Gun Pimp Posted February 10, 2019 Report Share Posted February 10, 2019 10 hours ago, Gungrinner said: Unfortunately I don't have loads of cash so I am looking for a used FTR setup. My club shoots an in house completion at Bisley once a month and I want to join in the fun. I have shot a few different rifles from a Rem 700 to a custom Valkyrie. The rifles feel different but no one is miles better than the other. I have been told by fellow club members that the savage is designed for factory ammunition and load development is difficult. I have not shot a savage ftr but you hear good reports. There are some interesting items for sale at the moment and I can't make my mind up. Help... The Savage FTR is a great starter rifle for FTR competition - out of the box, it has a 30 inch heavy barrel so effective at 1000 yards. With home loads it will be competitive at any club shoot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brillo Posted February 10, 2019 Report Share Posted February 10, 2019 1 hour ago, newsatten said: There's a world class FTR setup the Furrybean selling on here, bang on a scope and youll be good to go! Seemple ! I know this rifle and it’s won a few medals (well the owner has). It’s an excellent starter and really good value. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Re-Pete Posted February 10, 2019 Report Share Posted February 10, 2019 You can't go wrong with a Savage mod 12.............ours is on it's 3rd barrel............. Pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
No i deer Posted February 11, 2019 Report Share Posted February 11, 2019 I asked about the custom thing a while back and was told a custom rifle was was not built from a factory rifle that being a semi custom. I don't really care what there called...! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew Posted February 13, 2019 Report Share Posted February 13, 2019 I bought a Ruger American Creedmoor and added a MagPul stock and Bipod. less than $700 US. It's custom to me because I put it together to suit my needs. Isn't that what custom is??~Andrew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeLaRue Posted February 19, 2019 Report Share Posted February 19, 2019 Hi...I had a Savage 12 FTR .308 for 5 years, a fantastic "out of the box" rifle. There are about 4-5 members of my club using them without any issues, mine never missed a beat. No problem with developing a load for it at all. I was advised by an ex F Class World Champion to use Lapua cases, CCI BR2 primers, Lapua Scenar 155g heads & Vihtavuori N540 powder...Although I never entered any serious competitions I developed a load with those ingredients for 1000yds with great results......just my halfpenny's worth! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
No i deer Posted February 26, 2019 Report Share Posted February 26, 2019 I used to be indecisive but now I'm not so sure 😁 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gungrinner Posted February 26, 2019 Author Report Share Posted February 26, 2019 Almost as good as the fortune teller that didn't turn up to a gig due to "unforeseen circumstances" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
No i deer Posted February 26, 2019 Report Share Posted February 26, 2019 😁 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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