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I think wait times are running about 60 days - not bad at all for a custom action built the way you want it!! ordered one in December. Showed up today. dave
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Ok, maybe less than 60 days - LOL!!!!
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ordered one in early November, but I'm up here in Canada. Gunsmith said 90 days usually
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Ackley/ FVA: Thanks guys!  As an aside I'd echo what Pat/Scenarshooter said above regarding the bolt handle. I'm no fan of the big shifter knobs but,IMO, the Defiance handle with the tear drop knob in particular doesn't go over board and will make you realize a bit more handle is indeed a good thing.
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![[Linked Image]](http://i423.photobucket.com/albums/pp311/patrickgsinclair/mdbuck2011052.jpg) My other .260 built on the Defiance/Templar "Hunter Action". This one is quickly becoming my favorite big game hunting rifle... When I got my first rifle with a larger bolt knob, I too thought I wouldn't like it....I was wrong. I won't have a rifle now without one. For me it's about utility, not looks. Curious why you chose the DBM for that rifle? Do you find an advantage over a blind mag set up? I'm thinking I'd like a rifle just like that...mule deer too! 
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I'd say the DBM was used to ensure reliable feeding of cartridges.
On the WSM's - this type of set-up is without a doubt needed for the rifle to feed properly!!
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I'd say the DBM was used to ensure reliable feeding of cartridges.
On the WSM's - this type of set-up is without a doubt needed for the rifle to feed properly!! Spot on...
Luck....is the residue of design... ![[Linked Image]](http://i423.photobucket.com/albums/pp311/patrickgsinclair/96zvyt.gif)
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Patrick,
Do you still have the 3hunnert WSM?
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Gave it to a very good friend of mine....
Luck....is the residue of design...
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I'd say the DBM was used to ensure reliable feeding of cartridges.
On the WSM's - this type of set-up is without a doubt needed for the rifle to feed properly!! Spot on... Thanks for the info! I'll have something similar to that...someday.
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FVA - Thanks for the info, been admiring the RAD TAC LATCH BM for a future build.
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I don't see any pricing or ordering information on the site. Do you have to call to order? What is the price for a long action .473? Just curious. I don't want to bother them with a call. Flinch
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They work with their email very promptly if you don't want to call.
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That might be the smallest deer I've ever seen you post, Pat.  You live a blessed life out there in MT! My other .260 built on the Defiance/Templar "Hunter Action". This one is quickly becoming my favorite big game hunting rifle... When I got my first rifle with a larger bolt knob, I too thought I wouldn't like it....I was wrong. I won't have a rifle now without one. For me it's about utility, not looks.
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Defiance Machine Thinhorn action Pacnor 23" 8 twist #1 contour in 260 Remington McMillan's Hunters Edge stock Rifle Basix trigger @ 2.25# Leupold Vx3 3.5-10x40 B&C w/ m1 dial in Talley LW's 7.25 lbs scoped ![[Linked Image]](http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o205/todbartell/Guns/IMG_0035.jpg) ![[Linked Image]](http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o205/todbartell/Guns/IMG_0036.jpg) ![[Linked Image]](http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o205/todbartell/Guns/rmr.jpg) Been mainly shooting Nosler 140gr Accubonds with RL17 @ 2730 fps. Here's an average group, 1.3" @ 210y ![[Linked Image]](http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o205/todbartell/Guns/ab.jpg) Had it out to 516 yards so far, I'll take more pics and update as I get to shoot it more.
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How do you like B&C ret with the M1?
Love your new 260!
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works well. B&C is great for quick shooting 300-450y, M1 dial good for farting around at the range
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If'n i was buying a custom action, it'd be a Defiance
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Turned out nice...great blueprint!
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I like that! What's a "Thinhorn" action?
The 280 Remington is overbore.
The 7 Rem Mag is over bore.
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