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Finished my 6.5x68mm build #12079709 06/08/17
Joined: Oct 2011 Posts: 511 Okie in Falcon, CO imgoofy OP Campfire Regular
OP imgoofy Campfire Regular Joined: Oct 2011 Posts: 511 Okie in Falcon, CO	The time has finally arrived and I finished my 6.5x68mm build. 1909 Argentine M98 action Kreiger #1 contour 1-8.5" 5R finished at 25" Wildcat ultralight stock Timney trigger Vortex Razor HD LH scope with the 3-15x42 G4-BDC reticle All metal parts coated matte black Gunsmith was Kevin Weaver of Weaver Rifles As it is pictured weighs 8 lbs 4 oz. I've already removed the sunshade, not sure I liked it. Goofy aka graybird on other forums "Make no mistake, it's not revenge he's after ... it's the reckoning"

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Re: Finished my 6.5x68mm build imgoofy #12079753 06/08/17
Joined: Nov 2010 Posts: 37,025 Central Louisiana D Dirtfarmer Campfire 'Bwana
Dirtfarmer Campfire 'Bwana D Joined: Nov 2010 Posts: 37,025 Central Louisiana	Nice. How does it shoot? DF

Re: Finished my 6.5x68mm build imgoofy #12079847 06/08/17
Joined: Oct 2011 Posts: 511 Okie in Falcon, CO imgoofy OP Campfire Regular
OP imgoofy Campfire Regular Joined: Oct 2011 Posts: 511 Okie in Falcon, CO	I have a set of 129 LRAB bullets loaded up with Ramshot Magnum to try this weekend provided time and the weather cooperates. Goofy aka graybird on other forums "Make no mistake, it's not revenge he's after ... it's the reckoning"

Re: Finished my 6.5x68mm build imgoofy #12079945 06/08/17
Joined: Apr 2011 Posts: 15,296 Northeast USA B beretzs Campfire Ranger
beretzs Campfire Ranger B Joined: Apr 2011 Posts: 15,296 Northeast USA	Very nice rifle. Kevin does great work and that is an ultra cool cartridge. Semper Fi

Re: Finished my 6.5x68mm build beretzs #12079955 06/08/17
Joined: Oct 2011 Posts: 511 Okie in Falcon, CO imgoofy OP Campfire Regular
OP imgoofy Campfire Regular Joined: Oct 2011 Posts: 511 Okie in Falcon, CO	Originally Posted by beretzs Very nice rifle. Kevin does great work and that is an ultra cool cartridge. This is the first 6.5x68 Kevin has ever put together. Also, super nice his place to mine is 15 miles round trip, so I saw the progression weekly. Goofy aka graybird on other forums "Make no mistake, it's not revenge he's after ... it's the reckoning"

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Re: Finished my 6.5x68mm build imgoofy #12092125 06/15/17
Joined: Oct 2008 Posts: 7,263 Out Yonder T Tejano Campfire Tracker
Tejano Campfire Tracker T Joined: Oct 2008 Posts: 7,263 Out Yonder	Very nice I always wanted one but was concerned about brass availability. Now that RWS is more available it's not a concern. I always thought a 6x68 and a 8x68 would make a nice pair of all around rifles for just about anywhere. How is the velocity? "When you disarm the people, you commence to offend them and show that you distrust them either through cowardice or lack of confidence, and both of these opinions generate hatred." Niccolo Machiavelli

Re: Finished my 6.5x68mm build imgoofy #12106312 06/22/17
Joined: Feb 2005 Posts: 4,646 Wyotana Cowboybart Campfire Tracker
Cowboybart Campfire Tracker Joined: Feb 2005 Posts: 4,646 Wyotana	Mine is currently at the 'smith's getting put together. I went with a Shilen barrel and Minox scope. I'd have to look in the man cave to see if I have a stock for it yet. That's nice jeweling work!! Some is Good---More is Better----Too Much is Just Right

Re: Finished my 6.5x68mm build Tejano #12106492 06/22/17
Joined: Oct 2011 Posts: 511 Okie in Falcon, CO imgoofy OP Campfire Regular
OP imgoofy Campfire Regular Joined: Oct 2011 Posts: 511 Okie in Falcon, CO	Originally Posted by Tejano How is the velocity? Not sure yet, life and work have gotten in the way. The 25" barrel and a full case of a slow burning powder should push a 129/130 grain bullet somewhere in the 3200-3300 fps range. Goofy aka graybird on other forums "Make no mistake, it's not revenge he's after ... it's the reckoning"

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