i just took delivery of my “6 creed” FC from whittakers sale last fall. had it in layaway jail for a minute while i bought christmas presents. anyhoo ...
i have never seen a production rifle like this. fit and finish is flawless and the balance is perfect. it is a turnkey rifle. i wish i could convert the rest of my rifle collection (except the 223 montana) into fieldcrafts.
All I do to a new one is:
1) adjust the Timney down to 2-1/4 lbs 2) take apart the bolt and clean and grease the threads (to help easy bolt lift) 3) degrease all the holes and screws 4) mount a scope making sure the front screw doesn't contact the barrel threads 5) drill out the excess bedding material in the pillars so I know there's no contact 6) Run a patch down the bore and shoot
All easy stuff.
bolt lift did feel a little stiff but i figured it was just the spring. im actually completely fine with the trigger pull outta the box.
also have read a bunch of stock complaints on here relating to LOP and “closed” grip but when i actually shouldered the thing i thought it was fantastic. and im a guy w short arms who usually doesnt do well with a long LOP.
