Scotch_egg Posted January 20, 2021 Report Share Posted January 20, 2021 I am shocked there hasn’t been a thread about the new Accuracy international ATX Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ds1 Posted January 21, 2021 Report Share Posted January 21, 2021 A PRS shooters wet dream I guess, with a key-slot fetish......and colour blind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotch_egg Posted January 21, 2021 Author Report Share Posted January 21, 2021 There is a launch video where they state this will replace the AT and the short action AX or whatever they are called depending on if you are U.K. or US based. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ds1 Posted January 21, 2021 Report Share Posted January 21, 2021 I’ve got the ar15 grip mod from Alan on my AXMC, so I like that part ( some mates prefer the original AI grip however). I’m somewhat befuddled by the 45 degree key-slots-why? Bottom rail Arca Swiss? Just personal opinion-it looks like another chassis rifle - Cadex , MDT etc. I guess CAD and optimal production solutions are very similar these day. It looks the same AT / AX bolt and receiver which is a good thing and uses same AI mags of course. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brown dog Posted January 21, 2021 Report Share Posted January 21, 2021 Aware of the change, but not really had a chance to understand the what and why, which don't seem obvious at a quick look. The colour change may be a clever anticipatory move, given the change of US leadership? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronin Posted January 21, 2021 Report Share Posted January 21, 2021 Not at all sure about this - gives the suggestion of more Hawaiian shirt wearing buffoonery Very similar to every other chassis system but not much to evolve from systems that are proven and work I guess Shame it’s limited to short action use Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarinePMI Posted January 21, 2021 Report Share Posted January 21, 2021 The 45 degree keyslot was so the internal weights in the foreend, could be fastened via screw holes along each side. The availability of magnum bolts and a 223 conversion kit (still in the design phase) are another few new additions. Existing AT's will be able to get upgrade kits if desired. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markymark Posted January 21, 2021 Report Share Posted January 21, 2021 I’ve been watching this unfold over in the US too. Not heard anything UK wise, no release info from AI UK, sporting services or other dealers. I don’t know what I think of it. Some cool features.... if you shoot PRS I’m sure it’s good for that. (I don’t.... yet) But as it’s replacing AX short action and AT, I’m not feeling like I need to chuck mine in for it. End of the day it’s all the same barrelled action, just a different chassis. I’m quite partial on the thumbhole AT/AW classic AI look. Shame it’s going for some perhaps? As mentioned previously, I’ve got arca rail and GTAC conversion so the main bits I’m already covered for. 45deg keyslot was designed so the weight system could be used, in conjunction with the night vision bridge and underside arca/keyslot etc I’m more excited with the .223 and magnum bolt faces for short action being released whenever that will come in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ds1 Posted January 21, 2021 Report Share Posted January 21, 2021 Marine and Mark..... 45 degree key slots. From the picture if whatever you attach comes loose it falls off - the release hole is at the bottom of the slot......... the grub screw next to each hole I guess is a lock to prevent this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronin Posted January 21, 2021 Report Share Posted January 21, 2021 Wouldn’t it have been simpler to invert the key-slot program 180 Wpulf also make sense to offer this as a chassis so people don’t feel they “have “ to change rifles - just swap chassis Providing those customers can re fit the 5mm washers and Re bond into the chassis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotch_egg Posted January 21, 2021 Author Report Share Posted January 21, 2021 @Ronin There is the accuracy obsession chassis that’s very similar. It is made by your favourite company The Vision Products. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markymark Posted January 21, 2021 Report Share Posted January 21, 2021 Will be offered as a stand alone chassis later on down the line for customers who want to unbolt their AT or AX and put it in this chassis. Interestingly enough, the retro fit along with this current release will not be bonded.... only bolted. This now the same as the AX mk.3 and 50 cal versions that are not bonded. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markymark Posted January 21, 2021 Report Share Posted January 21, 2021 1 hour ago, ds1 said: Marine and Mark..... 45 degree key slots. From the picture if whatever you attach comes loose it falls off - the release hole is at the bottom of the slot......... the grub screw next to each hole I guess is a lock to prevent this? I noticed that too, however I don’t believe the screw holes that you see are grub screws for the external weights, but either for the top rail / bridge to locate into or for the barrel channel weighed to be secured if fitted. I’m assuming the rationale is once its torqued up to spec, it’s not coming off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markymark Posted January 21, 2021 Report Share Posted January 21, 2021 For those who are interested all info so far is from: https://theeverydaysniper.podbean.com/e/the-everyday-sniper-podcast-accuracy-international-scott-siegmund/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarinePMI Posted January 21, 2021 Report Share Posted January 21, 2021 Markymark is correct. I recall, now that he mentioned it, that those holes are indeed for the top barrel shroud (which comes in various lengths, and can be moved to support scope length differences when mating to a clip-on NV or thermal). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baldie Posted January 22, 2021 Report Share Posted January 22, 2021 I would wait to hear the Official news from AI which will come, on what this will be in the uk, and what it replaces, or doesn't. America is a different country, the factory is in Portsmouth. Looking forward to seeing this personally. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John MH Posted January 22, 2021 Report Share Posted January 22, 2021 If its for PRS shooters there is no market in the UK as despite there being various forums where lots of people say they are having a rifle built or buying a particular rifle for PRS the majority have never and will never shoot a PRS match. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ds1 Posted January 22, 2021 Report Share Posted January 22, 2021 John, from the video and first comment a mate made here is that it’s only available in 6.5 Creed. In the equipment PRS race this is old news - 6mm something, particularly 6BRX being the latest fad. Also longer barrels are favoured. Not the first time AI have made a dedicated competition gun though- they made a wooden stock version of the AW. I shot Bob Clark’s about 25 years ago at Milpool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markymark Posted January 22, 2021 Report Share Posted January 22, 2021 Tom Irwin has already stated the classic AT and AX will continue to be made here in the Uk while there is a market for it 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markymark Posted January 22, 2021 Report Share Posted January 22, 2021 2 hours ago, ds1 said: John, from the video and first comment a mate made here is that it’s only available in 6.5 Creed. In the equipment PRS race this is old news - 6mm something, particularly 6BRX being the latest fad. Also longer barrels are favoured. Not the first time AI have made a dedicated competition gun though- they made a wooden stock version of the AW. I shot Bob Clark’s about 25 years ago at Milpool. Will be good if you can get a AI factory LW barrel in 6.5 creedmoor here in the Uk now with the new heavier weight barrel profile. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mat Posted January 22, 2021 Report Share Posted January 22, 2021 13 hours ago, John MH said: If its for PRS shooters there is no market in the UK as despite there being various forums where lots of people say they are having a rifle built or buying a particular rifle for PRS the majority have never and will never shoot a PRS match. When has that ever stopped anyone buying an AI or PRS rig? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John MH Posted January 22, 2021 Report Share Posted January 22, 2021 1 hour ago, Mat said: When has that ever stopped anyone buying an AI or PRS rig? Never, but to post 'I bought or am having built A, B, C or D for W, X, Y, or Z' with no intension of ever doing or taking part in W, X, Y or Z is a very common trait. Do you actually do and take part in all all of what you suggest in your profile? If you do that's great, but many whilst 'interested' in their profile (not just here but also on Facebook etc) they don't actually follow it up in anything other than in their imagination. To wish and imagine is great but then to profess 'knowledge', based on imagined experience or expertise should be taken with a pinch of salt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
One on top of two Posted January 22, 2021 Report Share Posted January 22, 2021 On 1/22/2021 at 7:39 AM, John MH said: If its for PRS shooters there is no market in the UK as despite there being various forums where lots of people say they are having a rifle built or buying a particular rifle for PRS the majority have never and will never shoot a PRS match. I have to agree with this. I thought long and hard about what rifle I wanted for a spot of PRS but im only going to do the odd one IF I can and soo didn’t want a dedicated/chassis type rifle , I’m never going to be competitive, my comp days are over . I just want to enjoy my shooting and stalking . But I still would like a rifle I can use and have a bit of fun on the odd PRS shoot . So it’s a good old fashioned Sako for me , back in November I ordered a new TRG 22 ( Green / phosphate) in 6.5 creedmoor, ( 6month wait special order ) and new Kahles K525i and sphur mount and. Jet z compact sitting on the shelf waiting to go on top when it turns up . idea being the rifle will be at home in the feild , on the hill in Arran or at a PRS comp with the possibility of being a bit competitive . that said I do think think the AI does look and sound the business, l just can’t seem to get on with the AI ergonomics in general . But Looking forward to hearing the thoughts of some real hands on users . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popsbengo Posted January 22, 2021 Report Share Posted January 22, 2021 1 hour ago, John MH said: Never, but to post 'I bought or am having built A, B, C or D for W, X, Y, or Z' with no intension of ever doing or taking part in W, X, Y or Z is a very common trait. Do you actually do and take part in all all of what you suggest in your profile? If you do that's great, but many whilst 'interested' in their profile (not just here but also on Facebook etc) they don't actually follow it up in anything other than in their imagination. To wish and imagine is great but then to profess 'knowledge', based on imagined experience or expertise should be taken with a pinch of salt. Never let reality get in the way of a good story, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
No i deer Posted January 23, 2021 Report Share Posted January 23, 2021 10 hours ago, John MH said: Never, but to post 'I bought or am having built A, B, C or D for W, X, Y, or Z' with no intension of ever doing or taking part in W, X, Y or Z is a very common trait. Do you actually do and take part in all all of what you suggest in your profile? If you do that's great, but many whilst 'interested' in their profile (not just here but also on Facebook etc) they don't actually follow it up in anything other than in their imagination. To wish and imagine is great but then to profess 'knowledge', based on imagined experience or expertise should be taken with a pinch of salt. 👏👏👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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