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Hi guys.
I have a Swarovski 3.5-18 x 44 with BT coming from Doug in the very near future. I’m looking for a new ride for both Antelope and Mule Deer and Midwest Whitetail. Rifles in the running are Christensen Arms (I confirmed with them today – no new LH calibers for 2019; 6.5, 308, and 7mm-08 only) and the Weatherby Ultralight in either 257 or 6.5-300. Was also looking at Fierce but the only thing they have in LH is the Edge and that’s more than I want to spend. Sako Finnlight was also on the radar, but I can’t find any in the states – tried Euro Optic – no dice. ER Shaw – no experience with them nor are there a lot of reviews. Montana Rifle Company X3 – too many questions with QC. Not interested in “back and forth”.
What I’m hoping to find is a uber flat ACCURATE shooter (lots of speed) that can be used as a mountain rifle as well as in a stand (copper bullets probably). As to the scope, yes, I have turrets coming, but I’m thinking that they won’t be needed too much and also understand that 18X is mostly overkill. Should Elk be the order of the day I already have a 300 win mag. Maximum distance for Muley and Antelope would be around the 400 yard range (that’s my thought anyway).
What do you guys think – LH shooter – 2 grand range for the gun.
Do I need a new ride, NOPE. But I’m going to get one anyway! Do I have a place where I can physically check out the options above? Nope!
Thanks for your input!
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I would really like MRC to be the answer to this but I'm with the wait and see group on that one. You could do a stainless T3X, put it in a McMillan, and put some metal on the bottom.
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I'm leaning towards ordering one of the new MRC's in 6.5 PRC. That'd be a sweet cartridge for that scope. As far as the gun goes. I've got a Mesa in 6.5 CM and there are no flies on that but it's not really a lightweight. Lighter than most, but even with a Swaro Z3 3-10x42 in Talley lw's, a full magazine and a butler creek mountain sling it still tips the scale at about 8lbs 1oz.
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I will say the new MRC does look interesting. The weight is right.
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I'm at SCI and met with Mark Banser yesterday morning. Bansner rifles is going to produce a LH line of their short action rifles. I picked up the Yukoner model yesterday and it is so light, its crazy. He confirmed to me they will make LH rifles and I am considering having him make one for me. They are not cheap but I can't tell you how smitten I was with the model I picked up. Photos to be posted...Stay tuned.
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Cooper Timberline and Backcountry are available in LH
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I'm at SCI and met with Mark Banser yesterday morning. Bansner rifles is going to produce a LH line of their short action rifles. I picked up the Yukoner model yesterday and it is so light, its crazy. He confirmed to me they will make LH rifles and I am considering having him make one for me. They are not cheap but I can't tell you how smitten I was with the model I picked up. Photos to be posted...Stay tuned. I'm looking forward to seeing those pics!
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Left hand Tikka t3x superlite in 6.5 creedmoor...
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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Of all the options you mentioned I would go with the Mess in whatever caliber you like done a lot of research on this rifle and it sounds very good. Widow
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I thought about the Mesa but the calibers are fairly limited. I did get in touch with Christensen, and they said no new calibers in 2019.
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Are you just searching for a factory option or is a custom ok? I have a 26 Nosler built on a left hand 700 that I probably should sell since I haven’t shot it in over 2 years. Let me know if you are interested
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Sorry to be so delayed in posting photos of the Bansner rifles I saw at SCI. I'll get them posted today. I wasn't aware of how expensive they are but wow, are they nice and light.
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I'm at SCI and met with Mark Banser yesterday morning. Bansner rifles is going to produce a LH line of their short action rifles. I picked up the Yukoner model yesterday and it is so light, its crazy. He confirmed to me they will make LH rifles and I am considering having him make one for me. They are not cheap but I can't tell you how smitten I was with the model I picked up. Photos to be posted...Stay tuned. Oh man, look forward to the photos and more info.
I've seen more well-shot game lost with TSXs than any other premium bullet.
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I talked to the guys in the booth, Mark and his other gunmaker, Ben and we discussed left hand rifles. They will build anything they make in a LH. Also, if necessary, they will use a 700 action and refine it to run like their proprietary one. Looks like all short action stuff on the Yukoner rifle, shown in the foreground. 5lbs 5oz without a scope.
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I have no idea why this photo will not show in the correct orientation.
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D'oh!!
Thank you. Not sure what you did, but I appreciate it.
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Any idea on price? I feel like I remember them being 5-6k.
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Any idea on price? I feel like I remember them being 5-6k. $7k according to the Bansner and Co. site.
I've seen more well-shot game lost with TSXs than any other premium bullet.
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