Recent content by directtim

Does anybody know a good smith in the DFW area? Looking to get some work done soon. I appreciate any help.

Looking at spending several days in the backcountry.

Hey everyone, if you were going to buy an Eberlestock pack to use for bow and gun hunting out westwhich pack wuld you buy and why? I have a very economical pack now and are seeng the results afyer only 2 seasons. Thanks for your help.

Was thinking OTC but to be honest I really just started looking at this area. Is there a different time frame for draw hunts and OTC hunts? What units are good? It would be my first trip to that area. Thanks again for your time.

I know the San Juan forest is a huge area but can anyone give any tips or good spots? I was thinking of a Elk hunting trip out that way next year. Also how are the camp sights? I just really need a place to lay down and clean up a bit. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks for...

Is know the 300RUM is a beast of a cartridge. Was thinking it may beat me to death even with a brake. So tha mag box isnt that big of a deal? The stock box should accomodate the longer round with no issues? Thanks for your help.

So i should "Glass" bed the stock? Is the stock pillar bedded from the factory? Is the Wyatts mag box a direct replacement or does it have to be fitted?

Hey Guys, if you were going to buy a Sendero what kind of work would you do to it to "trick it out" per say? Im thinking maybe a Jewell trigger and a brake for sure. Was thinking of a 300WM. Would you do anything to the stock? Thanks for your help.

Does anyone have any opinions about the Nosler rifles? I mean how "custom" are they? They have several models anywhere from around $1900 up to $3200. Are they worth the cash? Does anybody have one or shot one? Just looking for opinions about them. Good looking rifles though.

Guys, if you were going to gather parts and have a smith build you your idea rifle what brand barrel would you go with? Im thinking of a 300WM or 300WSM in a Stiller action. Also how do you determine the length and how does a brake play a factor in the length? Thanks for your help.

Thanks for the replies guys. I do have some idea of a caliber. I was thinking 300WM in a long action or a 300WSM in a short action. Is that enough rifle for all NA big game? I woudnt mind a larger caliber such as a 300 ultra if a good brake will keep the recoil down. Is the 7Mag a good choice...

Good evening, i am looking at buying a new rifle. It will be used for "Out West" trips as well as trips in Wisconsin and in Texas. Im not sure of i want to spend the money for a full custom rig. I was thinking of maybe a Sendero. Are these rifles ready out of the bos for long range shoots? My...

thanks, what about a version of the 6.5? 6.5x284, 6.5x55 or 6.5 Creedmoor? How much magnification on the scope?

Good evening everyone, I would like some recommendations for a sheep/Mountain rifle. I would like ideas on caliber as well as action brand and stock type. Also what optics would you reccomend? Im in the market for a new custom rifle in the next 12 months and would like to hear your opinions...