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Nice... about the only thing they've done to the MT in recent years that's not stupid.
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Did you see the other new rifles what's the differences ?
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I like that. Maybe they cold try brown too...
I try to stick with the basics, they do so well. Nothing fancy mind you, just plain jane will get it done with style. You want to see an animal drop right now? Shoot him in the ear hole. BSA MAGA
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This looks even better. Are my eyes deceiving me or is this a heavier barrel? http://www.kimberamerica.com/open-country
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And a big ass bolt knob <--- I like it. But that ---> $MSRP+P
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And bottom metal on the Open Country.
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Most things evolve. Some better than others.
I prefer the older originals.
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If you put Taco Bell sauce in your ramen noodles it tastes just like poverty
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Looks like nothing but positives...
Heavier Barrel...Positive
Bottom Metal...Positive
Colors...Positive
Threaded barrels...Absolute Positive.
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Move over Montana - The Subalpine - arguably the world's best production elk rifle!
Brad?
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Looks like nothing but positives...
Heavier Barrel...Positive
Bottom Metal...Positive
Colors...Positive
Threaded barrels...Absolute Positive.
I see none of these as positives. They are simply there to make the Field and Stream readers open their wallets. Although I'm not seeing bottom metal and bbl contour changes stated.
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I'm a visionary. ![[Linked Image]](http://i789.photobucket.com/albums/yy178/Higbean/Gun%20stuff/665BB20E-5FB7-4C7B-9789-D7A43ADD1F6F_zpsvagxolab.jpg)
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Bottom metal and heavier contour on the Open Country...
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Open Country
7 pounds (6-15) and MSRP of $2,269.00
OUCH
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Was hoping for a 223 Hunter.
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Threaded barrels are always a win, there really isnt a downside. If you dont/wont use it, they dont cause any issue. For those who do, however, the value of not having to have it threaded is immense.
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Is the barrel really heavier on the Montana? Says weight is 5lb 2oz for a .308 Win.
Ahh, I see. The Open Country has a larger contour. I started drooling until I saw the MSRP. Gulp...
I like the color of the Montana. A brown would be nice too.
Edit:What's the difference between a Subalpine and a Mountain Ascent? They are both, in 308, 22" barrels with a weight of 4 13. The contour appears different and a brake vs. threaded cap. Anything else?
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Threaded barrels are always a win, there really isnt a downside. If you dont/wont use it, they dont cause any issue. For those who do, however, the value of not having to have it threaded is immense.
Yeah, I suppose you have a point. Somehow was missing the Open Country version. I think it's great they are expanding on their line. My kids will be delighted to see they can now buy a Minecraft version of a Kimber rifle!
Screw you! I'm voting for Trump again!
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I don't think I've ever seen the end of my barrel after the first tape job. Threaded barrel, who cares?
Looks like a good lineup from Kimber. They have light, done right sewn up and making a model with a heavier barrel is a good call. Looks like they are offering the Open Country in Creed only, as a LR Mule Deer/Antelope rifle probably off a bipod.
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