Originally Posted by
ShotgunMiddie
Based on my understanding, limited handling (haven't had an opportunity to put some rounds through it) and limited reading up on it, I think it's not so much a "R700 clone" but a R700 that has been "improved". Can't remember where I read the comparison between the 2, but it had a nice breakdown of the differences. My take away was that the HMR has a Sako-like bolt on a R700 action and the key is the barrel since Bergara has some very precise barrels (being their main industry contribution).
For the price point, it's very tempting to me instead of sinking cash into a R700 to get it up to the features and supposed accuracy of the HMR. I did like the stock right off the bat as someone discussed, and the bolt was very clean and smooth.
I don't know, anyone who already has an HMR have any impressions or opinions based on their use? I've been looking at an HMR to get into the long range piece just as the OP.