remington 700 vsf 308

[k_d]

hi guys

 

I was in the local shop yesturday and looking around for a new rifle...

 

now i came across the VSF in 308 and he will do at very nice price... seemenly business is down...

 

Now... i am looking for a rifle that will both be used on deer and for the longer range stuff, anyone got any knowledge of this rifle or opinions?

 

cheers

[eldon]

I have a 308 VS and like it.

Change the trigger for a rifle basix and the rest is good to go. I chopped mine to 24" and screwcut it for a T8 and it does everything I need. I like the stock and it is very hardwearing.

Best group 3/8ths, usual and very consistent 5/8ths 4 shot or 5 shot groups.

 

A bit heavy for walking about alot but you get use to it or buy something else to go with it like I did.

Had roe, reds and foxes with mine.

 

No issues with anything except if your crawling about the bolt release and safety can get crunchy with grit but I suppose anything can.

 

44 grains N140 lapua cases 165 sierra 2140 @ 2.820" is my usual load but works well with 150 BTs and sierra 2125's with up to 46 grains.

 

In summary heavy but that can be a bonus, a good solid rifle and I am well pleased with mine.