How easy would it be to build a custom capable of 1/2 MOA or even better accuracy and the finished rifle be at 6 to 6.5 pounds? I really like the weight and feel of my Forbes 270 and it is that accurate and right at 6 lbs. The ejection angle however won't allow me to use any scope with turrets or even covered turrets. I am able to use a Swaro Z5 on it just fine.
I like the Swaro but would have more confidence for long term in a NF NXS 2.5-10X42. I'm thinking a custom 6.5-270 or even a Creedmoor if I must go short action for weight loss,and a NXS would be the last hunting rifle I would ever buy. I would however like the finished scoped rifle to be 8 lbs or under,and 7.5 lbs would make me very happy.
Is this possible? Any suggestions on action,barrel,and stock that would get me there?
Is there really a better chance of better accuracy going custom,or should I just buy a Tikka Superlight or a Fieldcraft? I've never had a custom built.
I've owned several custom rifles, and a couple of Tikkas. If I wanted a light, accurate rifle, then I'd start with a Tikka or a Sako A7. You could buy several of them for the cost of one lightweight custom. They're incredibly accurate and fall within the weight range that you specified.
Okie John
