A VERY lightweight rifle?

[murf]

not for the "walmart" crowd! is that a "standard" scope setup for a drilling? that would make a great setup for my sxs if I ever wanted to shoot slugs.

murf

 

[hq]

I've done a LOT of cold winter hunting, many times in below 0F

It's not really the cold; below -40°F isn't unheard of, with literally zero hours of daylight during the winter. I've hunted moose in those conditions a number of times. It's keeping up with the long range recon guys regardless of weather. There's a distinct, specific point behind this thread and as much as I can appreciate a nice drilling, they're not it. Shedding ounces off a repeater is.

 

[hq]

is that a "standard" scope setup for a drilling?

Pretty much. Hook/claw/turn mounts are common around here, even more so in central Europe.

 

[murf]

thanks for letting me pick your brain. say hello to kaisa for me (just kidding).

murf

 

[Gordon]

Well I see a potetial problem for the "very light" rifle in Arctic conditions. Fiberglass stocks are not the best hook up under such condition. I think the Canadians Rangers have broached this subject with their order of the C-19 , I know it isn't lightweight as you like, maybe get one and start milling on the stock and metal would be your best option. The Ruger Scout Laminated another good option.

 

[Elkins45]

My Tikka T3 lightweight seems immune to poor technique. It’s one of my two most accurate rifles and it shoots just as well no matter how inconsistent my hold is. I thought I had overpaid for it until I shot it a few times and then carried it all day. That’s when I realized it was money well spent.

 

[hq]

Fiberglass stocks are not the best hook up under such condition.

That's a possibility. Considering the weight, rigidity, torsional strength and tolerance of extreme temperatures, carbon/graphite/kevlar and possibly boron seem like a better option. Maybe not quite up there with wood laminates, but much lighter to start with. Basically duplicating Sako 85 Carbonlight configuration at a more reasonable price.

 

[AKMtnRunner]

It's really hard to beat a T3x superlight, especially when the factory is right down the road. If you do find a reliable, accurate, and noticeably lighter rifle, it won't be under $1k. If the Tikka doesn't quite do it for you, the Barrett Fieldcraft is the next step in my mind, at around $1.5k.