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I guess I'm in. I have a wood stock blue .222 from several years ago. But, I'm left handed and it is right handed and never the twain shall meet.

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rattler, I own a Kimber, love it (so far, it's only been a month or so..)

A .308 Montana like Brad's, or else the same thing in .338 Fed just to be contrary, is making me think evil thoughts... so you don't need to apologize! :-)

But up until recently the price difference put them in completely two different categories. Remmie's recent price increases are changing that some though IMHO.

-jeff

Here's my M7 thumper. 350 Mag.

Nice. I bet it thumps @ both ends. What scope is that?

So. How does it Thump? On the Recoil end. I'll bet no more than a 06 would, in that config.!!

Here is my .350 mag M7 thumper before I put a Leupold 2.5-8x on it. She kicks ass on both ends. I love it, and it has been my go to rifle this season.

Nice! Leopold 2.5x8 would be My Choice for this Combo. What's the Stock?

That's a short Vari x II 1 3/4-6 Leupold on mine. Recoil is tolerable even with the pre R3 pad factory plastic stock(8lb).

Sakoluvr, that's sweet. Wish I could find a custom shop take off for mine, maybe!

I may just have to order a McMillan for Christmas!

TK

Jumping in late, but count me in.
I only have one but it's a wood stocked .260 with a Leupold 2x7 Compact on it. Had it since 97/98 I think.
Always had a liking for that setup.

I really really like Model 7's, Wish I could own more!!! 358 & 260 Would be nice, or even the 338 Fed.. My next will have a octagon barrel!!

I really really like Model 7's, Wish I could own more!!! 358 & 260 Would be nice, or even the 338 Fed.. My next will have a octagon barrel!!

i feel the same as you do about my winchester mod 70 carbine.270 caliber,with the 20 inch tube.awsome rig imho.

Just a note on the price comparison in previous threads. I don't know anyone that pays list. I just purchased a new model 7 CDL for $410 after rebate. Even my wife said 'that's not bad.'

Only have one it's a 7saum topped it off with a VXIII 2.5-8 BC in lw talleys. Here's a photo of my son with it. It's nice to carry and saw alot of hunting time this past deer season.

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The same rifle in 260 would be the cats arse.

Nothing personal, but you are a sick puppy! If you want to lighten up and become a normal looney, just send several to me and I'll give them a good home.

I have 2 model 7's, one in 308 Winchester (shoots 1" groups) and I just bought a used 260 Remington M-7; both are stainless with 20" barrels.

I really like this 308, but the 260 Remington is disappointing so far. I bought it used (in like new condition) and put an old Redfield 3x9 on top. The first dozen 5 shot groups were about 4-6 inches. I finally located some factory 260 Rem loads and I'll try them along with some other handloads.

Maybe the rifle's poor accuracy is why it was on the used rack in like-new condition.

The Model 7 Stainless is a great concept - handy and light, but if it doesn't shoot, it goes.

What's the recoil like in the 7SAUM?

I have two stainless model 7's and both have been rebarelled and restocked. One started as a .223 and is now a .223 AI with a 24" Shilen tube and HS Precision stock. The other started as a .243 and is now a .257 DGR with a 24" Douglas barrel, an HS Precision stock and a Gentry three position safety. Both have Warne rings and wear Leupold Vari-III's. Both have had triggers tuned and shoot under MOA but are heavier than I anticipated.

depends on the bullet weight, but 120's are pretty much nothing to be concerned about.

a bit more stout than my .308, but it weighs 13 pounds.

Owned a Tractor Tralier Full Of the Modle 7's Over the Last 15 years or so. And still own Several. My go to Rig is a Built 6.5-250 Ackley.With 21" Lijia #3 Flutted Barrle.And Bolt. Mcmillan AWR Stocked. Leupold D.D.And a Swarovski 4-12-50.I've Taken Close to 100 Whitetails with this one.My Other's a Varmint rig. Douglas Built 7 in 20 TAC Dura Coated In Black. This one also Wears A #3 21" Tube. Modle 7 Mcmillian Swirly{Black -Gray} Leupold D.D and a Leupold 4.5-14-40. Less than 300 Rounds thrue this one. But it is a Shooter. Last Three Shoot Group at 100YDs Went .109 and This was with Very little Load work.I've Never found nothing not to like about a Modle 7.