I can wait to get it sighted in. . The response was within minutes and was absolutely spot on. Hunting whitetail or elk? . You are using an out of date browser. The blind box mag is the pits and will be replaced. All these cartridges shoot .243-caliber bullets at velocities in the 2700 to 2950 fps range. 0000000016 00000 n 02 BOREBRUSH With the bore guide inserted, run a solvent-soaked patch through the barrel, breach to muzzle, removing it at the muzzle. In the meantime I have a TAC A1 I'm trying out in 6.5cm it's a tack driver. The CA rep then proceeded to tell me that using 178s was also the problem and that 200grs would shrink it to sub MOA. I've only handled the MPR, and was favorably impressed by it. I hope they take good care of you and resolve this quickly. It is updated every time data is sent to Google Analytics. And would be completely back to square one attempting to figure out what the hell was going on. I will be handloading ammo for it shortly. I have been a long time reader but not an official member. Founded by Frank Galli in 2000, Snipers Hide has been offering informational videos, podcasts, and other support to its users in one location. Most chamberings use a 22-inch, free-floated barrel (also potentially a 20", 24" or 26" barrel length depending on the caliber) that's button rifled. I would also say that you should make sure he adjusts the LOP and cheek to his needs. He advised it should be able to keep a decent group with 20 rounds. Two in the last 2 weeks alone. For a listing of our Brownells Europe representatives. Purchased bottom metal to replace the existing bottom metal in CA Traverse 300 PRC, was a perfect fit. Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors. call john mogle . "++CHRISTENSEN ARMS 14 6.5 PRC" SKU: 3665153. . 24 inch heavy carbon fiber wrapped barrel plus a muzzle device. Save big on firearms, accessories, tactical gear, clothing, and ammunition from now until March 29. The turnaround time was impressive, the work was not. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for christensen 338 lapua barrel carbon at the best online prices at eBay! Has anyone tried the short chambered options for these barrels, then setting head spacing yourself? 0000638869 00000 n CA's machine work is very good, I see quality in the product. $799.99. The barrels spiraling is visually distinctive, and the trigger breaks crisply at 2 pounds 5 ounces. Barrel: 16" 416R Stainless Steel Aerograde Carbon Fiber Wrapped. send it back it has a quarantee. The large sample data we have all combined with CA carbon barrels is very large. Looking at a 308 now. Christensen Arms barrels are designed using precision engineering adopted from the aerospace industry; Christensen Arms Rem 700 compatible carbon-fiber barrels are crafted using a proprietary layered design that offers any marksman superior accuracy and performance. I sent it back for repair under warranty. JavaScript is disabled. A friend of mine recently bought a christiansen Ridgeline in 300 rum, has carbon fiber barrel. Also the fact the POI shift would change relative to round count and periods of rest is really indicative of bad barrel deficiencies. Best Group: .200 in. I would regularly receive notices that the item I wanted was available - but when I attempted to purchase the item - the same day - it was "out of stock". I just purchased a CA Mesa in 300WM. Thanks for any info. Just $1 per month , Among the dozens of accurate production rifles weve tested over the years, these are the best for long-range precision hunting, We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Weve had countless ca rifles. inch shift and a group I can't even measure. 01 CLEAR BORE First make sure that the barrel is clean and free of any oil or solvents from the manufacturing process. You are using an out of date browser. But I could be wrong. That's why Christensen Arms builds an exceptionally lightweight, accurate firearm with cutting-edge, aerospace technology that's not a burden to carry all day - even if you don't get to take a shot. My $950 RPR does this after a fast 30rds at distance and a zero check at 100 with a HOT barrel and can. Installed by Google Analytics, _gid cookie stores information on how visitors use a website, while also creating an analytics report of the website's performance. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. Hotjar sets this cookie to know whether a user is included in the data sampling defined by the site's daily session limit. Like the Ridgeline, it is by no means a competition rifle, but it is no slouch at the range. This review is the only one I have seen, and it seems that maybe CA has not gotten their carbon barrel tech quite to where they thought it was. If you cannot resolve the problem please contact Christensen Arms immediately. Like thats basic physics, pretty sure its called the thermodynamics Obviously hot barrels have a POI shift. That's why they only last 200 rounds. 0000003959 00000 n QEw%!-(Vq b> l~ ! SEE IT. I didnt know you could buy CA barrels. Google Analytics sets this cookie to store the traffic source or campaign by which the visitor reached the site. Any chances the optics, rail, or rings may have loosened under recoil ? I was debating on a .338 Lapua (Savage, Christensen Arms, MPA, Sako, and custom build). Thanks again. I just purchased my first Christensen Arms Firearm. I had never "shot" a Christensen Arms gun, nor did I know anything about them. They seemed like good people over there to deal with I'm sure their not going to screw you over, I understand this is an old thread, but want to reply anyway. Fast response and helpful. I own several nice firearms and the quality of this Christensen is heads and shoulders above any of my other guns. Do I need to break in my barrel? Rest assured, you will still benefit from our vast product selection and industry-leading customer service. It is one of the most accurate rifles out of the box weve shot. I purchased a ca ridgeline from prophet river arms in may 2022.The chamber was so tight I had trouble to eject the cartridge and the accuracy was terrible!!!!! I have bore scoped the barrel and everything checks out ok. Live re barrel break in can minimize these problems and is much, much more fun! 0000054724 00000 n My overall was longer then my 3.75 mag. I just purchased an MPR in 300prc I have put about 100 rounds through this rifle and I can say it is a flat out tack driver, I love the folding stock makes it easy to pack, I put a sig sauer scope on it, also a carbon fiber bipod which matches up nicely with the barrel. In benchrest, and more recently in the realm of precision rifle competitions, mild 6mm cartridges rule the roost. It does not store any personal data. At 100 yards it opens to almost 2 inches. Requested URL: www.brownells.com/gun-parts/rifle-parts/rifle-barrels-parts/bolt-action-6.5-creedmoor-carbon-fiber-barrel, User-Agent: Mozilla/5.0 (iPhone; CPU iPhone OS 15_3_1 like Mac OS X) AppleWebKit/605.1.15 (KHTML, like Gecko) Version/15.3 Mobile/15E148 Safari/604.1. But truly I wouldn't even be able to bring myself to dump this garbage off on someone else. Please see pictures for more details. But its important to note that the astounding accuracy of todays off-the-shelf production rifles owes a lot to advancements in cartridge development. . Its TriggerTech Diamond trigger is among the best out there. If you are buying a blank to chamber in 7 PRC, be sure you get an 1:8 twist. You must log in or register to reply here. CAs recommends a "barrel break in" that is completely ridiculous. My hunting pard bought a Christensen Ridgeline in 6.5x284 and took it hunting to WY this fall. But a shift AND spread of 4 -10 inches at 100 yards for a $2,300!!!! It's heat soak Like all these reports of heat issues with CA barrels are completely true. Their customer service is second to none! You won't find many horror stories here! All except for your 25 round group comparisons are similar and equally inconsistent with flyers for the most part. I have been shooting a Bergara HMR Pro in local PRS matches and I love it. The two-lug bolt gun is wickedly fast and easy to run. The large sample data we have all combined with CA carbon barrels is very large. 691328237713. Action: Semi-Auto, direct-impingement gas system. The result of all it is better accuracy. Be aware that the weight and mass are still there in this Christensen AR-15 Carbon Fiber Barrel. 0000018344 00000 n He just bought a RPR 6mm and he did tell me how well he thought it shot, as in he was impressed with it's accuracy. I mounted a Razor ii in a Spuhr unimount. I can shoot a Tac A1 half to 3/4 moa from a bag and atlas. Description. The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional". Well I hope they figure out your problem, I had them put a new barrel on my weatherby 30-378. Good rifles will print some loads very well. I would buy another. Hln!//n"hv#m6R?a h%?sz}\~>pv5_0]n-/t7r[dR&XD,.[uc8ybV{)rrbvpv` v(0cDrn({J)((F>CBx1Yl=&v\zB%rIy+#F*7r7w{C>`]u%5p? If you are using a screen reader and are having problems using this website, please call 1-800-227-7776 for assistance. John B. Shoot at 100y? Most of the time this is expressed in terms of the standard deviation or the extreme spread that we measure with our chronographsand the goal is to make that number as small as possible. While its design is influenced by competition rifles, particularly in the stock, it retains the moderate weight (7.3 pounds) and lively handling that a good big-game rifle requires. I want to start off by saying I am no rookie when it comes to long guns. I was sorta on the fence on them, but have more confidence after reading all the positive reviews. That is my experience shooting this rifle. I was THRILLED to pick up this rifle and told everyone this was to be my lifetime precision gun. Gun would not come close to a 1 inch group. I bought a picatinny rail like the one on my new Ranger, because I need to make some modifications to accommodate a scope. Where is the heat going? Everyone At these speeds, it is easier to minimize the differences in muzzle velocity from one shot to the next. [lJG@I`:= *Px32.rsM)U Y.J!+,9GbocbuBh:V:khT 4y rSHpJ;WiK1h#us"g#V]V{GGG{I^|\q;v[ m#XU\5 WSurbVVUQWhpPs .o@ci |U+4S9aA;Y4z% Wbg[vok f|T 0 >* endstream endobj 33 0 obj <>stream It was actually a .22 LR rifle, and the new Ranger 22 takes Christensen Arms back to its roots. People who write reviews have ownership to edit or delete them at any time, and theyll be displayed as long as an account is active. Proof Research 338 Whisper Carbon Fiber Barrel - 1:9.4. Handguard: 15" Aluminum Hybrid Carbon Fiber, available in M-Lok. Plenty of the CTR groups are walking all over too but not as bad as the 25 round group from the MPR. Christensen Arms has a carbon fiber-wrapped barrel version of the MPR that weighs between 6.9 and 8.4 pounds. The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. I have also ordered probably six 30 cal carbon blanks, a few 6.5's, and a 223 along with a few 338's. Always sold out online. Action. The rifle is going back to be checked out. I suspect they will have the 1:8s soon if they dont already. Many have commented get about 500 rounds through it and then come back and tell us how it is going. Weighs in at about 14 lbs with a G2 Razor 4.5-27, and Atlas CAL bipod if that helps you any. Google Analytics sets this cookie, to determine new sessions/visits. Barrel: Christensen Arms 18" Free-Floated Tensioned Carbon Fiber, Hand Lapped, Bentz Match Chamber, 1:16" RH Twist, 1/2x28 TPI with Smooth Thread Protector. This continued for TWO HOURS with different lengths of time to cool the barrel, putting up fresh targets, readjusting my rear bag (at one point I started questioning my sanity and if I even knew how to shoot), and trying every thing I could think of. Will try it again this weekend to see if its fixed. Over the years Ive tested dozens of new rifles, putting them all through the same rigorous protocol of shooting multiple 5-shot groups with different types of factory ammo. Fire either a 5 shot group or two . All one shot deals. The 6 BR has been a mainstay target round for many years, and theres a pack of similar cartridges that have derived from it or are built around similar concepts, including the 6 BRX, 6 BRA, 6mm Norma BR, 6 XC, and 6 Dasher. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. wildcat455 Well-Known Member Joined I bought a new Mesa Long Range rifle, it had scratches on the barrel and dark discoloration on the bottom plate logo. Not Yet Rated. !!!! I sure wish Bergara made something in 6.5 PRC. That is why I am trying to reach out to see what actual real world experience is with them. If you are experiencing accuracy . Here LRO Editor Jeff Brozovich Takes a look at the Chriatesen Arms Carbon wrapped Barrel, CA Slayer Titanium Brake and the Carbon mag box options for the 30 . The 6.5 PRC is a real pleasure to shoot. The latest entrant in this field is the 6 GT, the brainchild of rifle builder George Gardner and Tom Jacobs, maker of Vaportrail bullets, and a world-class benchrest shooter. 0000009282 00000 n Sounds like you may be reading from too many fb pages. All of it was 140gr American Gunner. Every company can have stuff come out with issues, it's how they stand behind it that matters. A radial stainless-steel muzzle brake is threaded on the barrel, which has 5/8 . About To Buy A Rifle in .308 Win Steyr Vs. Bergara Vs. Howa? After 5 strings the groups were so open I had trouble identifying which shot was from which string on the 4 quadrants of my ST-4. 0000004072 00000 n Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. I randomly attempted to purchase the item and I got it.Thank You. Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet. Once clear, fire 2 three-shot groups. But its still the best shooting gun I have ever owned or shot, Had a question about fitting a Spartan Bipod on a MPR. Sorry. Is there a difference between the barrels used for your 1/2 MOA rifles versus your Sub-MOA rifles? The South Fork is one of the new rifles for PRS Production Class, which must cost $2,500 or less. I checked all rail screws with a inlb torque wrench. Thanks for sharing. hb``e``)f`e`H "@16S>00=;T The ones that didnt Were promptly taken care of. It is the tactical style. They knew EVERYTHING about their product line and along with the staff of The Armories, we were all super impressed. trailer <<88C0082D589B4BFBBCCF95943FE08D78>]/Prev 729709>> startxref 0 %%EOF 58 0 obj <>stream No failures, no problems feeding with either AICS mags or Magpul mags. 0000006227 00000 n Snipers Hide is a community of Snipers of all kinds, focusing on long range shooting, accuracy, and ballistics. It delivers exceptional accuracy and performance for the price. Fist group out was .391 inch. Spoke with Christensen today. 0000006535 00000 n Are my expectations to high? Thanks all for the info! %PDF-1.5 % I've had/have both and the XLR is so much better. Love the light weight. Well over 200 rounds fired and it just won't dial in. (excepting firearms, which must ship to FFL). IMO CA having this policy on their website is just an out to allow them to brush off defects on to the owner. I asked for assistance in picking the scope. Might be a foolish question but is the barrel torqued on well? I love my gun but I always need a cheek riser. 0000002730 00000 n This is my weekend to work nights. I cannot speak on behalf of them. It is a great $2000 paper weight. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. They are great barrels. Its probably magic that they did nothing and it improved so much but I really dont care. Thats why Christensen Arms builds an exceptionally lightweight, Many factors influence accuracy such as ammunition, conditions, shooter ability, etc. And it sure as shit shouldn't be a 10in shift at a 100 yards in a .300 made to shoot at a thousand. My issues with Christensen Arms barrel problems. To make the shopping experience with Brownells better, we have a number of representatives in Europe. Who here has been behind both and if so what is your opinion if you had to choose between one or the other ? 0000003863 00000 n They build them a lot better, and the list above proves it. If so I really have to lean towards it being the shooter warming up plus the shitty grip. I was glad to I was able to purchase some 2 years after buying my rifle. Companies can ask for reviews via automatic invitations. Find out how we combat fake reviews. I still say shooter error. 5 different brands, grains, manufacturers of ammo and nothing. This has been very helpful for me. Wr 8EJ }e6{,P62,G5eq:kuo\*jOe . JavaScript is disabled. So dont be surprised to see these cartridges offered in a growing number of production rifles. 0000004185 00000 n 0000012285 00000 n 2006 - 2023 BPS Direct, L.L.C. The bottom plate doesnt appear to have been replaced, there are still traces of the dark discoloration visible. I want an MPR with a regular steel barrel. I wanted to find out what the opinion is regarding Christensen Arms barrels? Yikes!!! Pretty disappointed with service. 0000001368 00000 n But they have all shot really well so take that as you will. Well, I was finally able to get out to the range again with the "Good Ammo" that I had on hand. I own 2 Christensen Rifles. They are simply the best shooting carbon barrels we have tested to date. 0000013007 00000 n I allowed for about a 10 minute break. Am a bit disappointed. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. I have an older Christensen Arms rifle. That being said, I see that a lot of people are commenting on the CS of Christensen Arms, good or bad this concerns me that they even have to call CS in the first place. Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features. good luck with yours. Only time will tell if its the barrel or not, so I'm looking forward to seeing what happens when another shooter tries it. All about money with next to 0 quality.. trash.. Remington 700 Std full length scope rail that I ordered does not fit any one of my 700's, short or long action. CA offers a very expensive detachable plate, well worth the money. I dont think that Christiansen carbon barrels are Proof. I followed it up with Christensen Rings and base. Wv[9k.Ji#2AlTJ-w]cs_Z vOjEA6XDNJCn,SS@1^m,7VSWO0&e'M,,m[k\nIDq${G%/kW= b*KBwe`, l *7f?2Kw65l[Nzf! When it comes to long-range hunting rifles, I get asked two questions more than any others. 0000011195 00000 n H1n0EwBsI1z Ed8CoZ+HKkSIB:W=\>+eGJD jxu[Vkp`bSX Mf2rxOp=sEsa9}wrf]kFx nbwMffHn6 0000003828 00000 n Hotjar sets this cookie to detect the first pageview session of a user. The Creedmoor is the hottest cartridge on the Sign up for the Field & Stream newsletter and get the latest intelligence straight to your inbox. JavaScript is disabled. Our TFM and Summit TI rifles are guaranteed to shoot MOA or better in most calibers. It is absolutely off the charts. Fine crafted Rifles. It should not be walking like that. 0000005104 00000 n Weve seen a number of tactical/hunter hybrids recently, but the B-14 HMR really nailed the concept. "This is a Christensen Arms 700 338 Lapua 26" Factory Carbon Rifle Barrel For Remington 700. When I order blanks, I order from Christensen Arms, Red Hawk Rifles, CarbonSix and Bug Holes. i cant remember is this their match grade barrel. Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. If the rifle is properly bedded, the scope munts and rings good to go, and the scope is good too that pretty much leaves the barrel. You are using an out of date browser. Mag. It may not display this or other websites correctly. I see that undocumented and unsupported garbage too. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. I called Christensen Arms and received a rude reception. MIj.kT+-"(.&6xlBeZE;G\_=+!? Join F&S+ to read exclusive stories by your favorite writers. 5Y:t_0Z']P\yN0,0 The cookie is set by Google Analytics and is deleted when the user closes the browser. It's well known that modern barrels see ZERO improvements with break in. It may not display this or other websites correctly. 0000002423 00000 n Loved the rifle.Broke the handle off the bolt cocking it .Al's sent the gun into Christensen Arms, and told me the turn around time was usually one to three weeks .It has been over six weeks and have no gun yet. Anyone can write a Trustpilot review. We can take a clue from the world of target shooting. The first day at the range I shot 1/2 and under at 100, with FACTORY 180 gr accubonds and 180 gr BT. It makes the toughest targets seem like chip shots. The cookie is updated every time data is sent to Google Analytics. One of the best Gunsmith, Consumer Services business at 550 Cemetery Rd, Gunnison UT, 84634 United States. Just sprayed all types of ammo. With factory Hornady 108-grain ELD Match loads, it shoots .5 MOA (or better), making 1,000-yard hits on steel with relative ease. The __utmv cookie is set on the user's device, to enable Google Analytics to classify the visitor. Does not shoot MOA or anywhere near. accurate firearm with cutting-edge, aerospace technology thats not Competing on PRS matches? Which I was told by Christensen that this weapon is a good choice for PRS so I'd assume it should hold up to consecutive rounds it got shipped off yesterday so we'll see. Arms rifles has to do with their carbon fiber barrels. My test rifle delivered terrific accuracy with a variety of factory loads. Bought a Mesa in 7mm rem mag. These cartridges are engineered to get bullets off to the best possible start by making sure the projectile is oriented as straight as possible in relation to the bore, which is done via steep shoulder angles, a minimal case taper, and tight throat dimensions. I spend two hours shooting Hornady 178 ELD Match. When I walked the rep through my barn sized groupings and insane wandering zero, the CA representative was entirely dismissive and LAUGHED saying "well yeah this happens to all guns when they heat up".