Suggestions for a tactical sniper???

[orkan]

Group:

The OP can go with a 700 SPS .308 and get a aftermarket stock.
Good idea...bad?

Well, if he goes with the 20" tactical version he'll certainly learn a lot about wind.

I'd go with the AAC model instead. Still learn a lot about wind, but it has a 1:10 twist which handles the heavier pills better, and comes threaded in case the OP want's to use a brake or can at some point. It will still benefit from a re-stock and timney trigger though.

[Alaskapopo]

It is not uncommon for a urban/city LEO who fills the role of sniper to shoot from 50 to 200 yards. Typically....one of those across the street from another building to take out a hostage taker, etc. In contrast to this, a military sniper could be doing 50 yds out to 1500+ yards.

As was mentioned, using descriptive writing, the first time around, will go a long way in helping others understand what you want without wasted exchanges trying to figure out what you actually meant to say.

FWIW, your Savage being 10 years old is a little long in the tooth, compared to what Savage is putting out today. They might very well be the most accurate out of the box rifle being mass produced today. Certainly worth taking a look at. The 10 series have some nice ones available in a number of various configurations.

When I went through my basic leo sniper course in 2007 the number they threw out for the average LEO sniper shot was 55 yards.
Pat

[Travis B]

Group:

The OP can go with a 700 SPS .308 and get a aftermarket stock.
Good idea...bad?

That recommendation is VERY vague. What brand stock? Is he bedding the receiver? What about optics? Etc, etc.

[carbinero]

I think unless you have lots of money, it's better to buy MarineTex or Devcon 10110 and bed whatever you got. I would spend more money on glass before a new stock (for the under $1,000 crowd, like myself). And yes I like the 1:10 twist part of the AAC suggestion.

[cheaptrick]

That recommendation is VERY vague. What brand stock? Is he bedding the receiver? What about optics? Etc, etc.

I realize that. I was merely suggesting he get the basic rifle and go from there.
I believe it was you, Sir who thought that "Some kind of .308 Remington 700 with a 3-9x SS" would PROBABLY be a great set up, so your comment was at least as VAGUE as mine is, I would think.

Stock?? Well, there again, I could hardly recommend one kind of stock to someone, who has no clue of what he really wants, or know what he can afford.
AI, McMillian, B&C, etc???

I was just trying to help, as I think you were. Regards.

[Littlelebowski]

How about....."glass, gun, class" recommendations instead of a tangent on bedding?

[carbinero]

If you're thinking an AAC 700 with a $700 budget, there's no room for an aftermarket stock. Likewise calculus applies for $500 glass, assuming a minimum requirement for solid mounting.

[longball]

Thanks guys. Mels builds look sick! And that ss looks like something worth while. Only thing is I've never used a scope with knobs like that and have yet to understand how they work

I posted these videos just before I read this thread. This might be a good start for your search on understanding the functions of whichever optic you choose. Best of luck.

http://m4carbine.net/showthread.php?t=86153

[orkan]

http://www.primalrights.com/forum/article.php?a=2562

http://www.primalrights.com/forum/article.php?a=2607

Rifle sighting systems part 1 and 2 will help you understand how those turrets work.

[kymudder08]

Thanks guys. Does the gun accept magazine kit fromthe factory or do I need to buy an aftermarket stock such as Aic?