I ordered 2 Bartlein M24 8-7.4 twist through GAP. Had them in 3 months. 1 is a 24" carbon fiber for lightweight build. The other is a 26" SS for the heavy build. I sent in dummy rounds to have them custom throat it, but they have the JGS Blackjack version 2 reamer with.115 freebore. They should have them chambered within 2 weeks. They are pre-fits for Impact actions. I've got everything here except for 1 trigger & 1 scope mount.
I think the Blackjack reamer is good specs for the 135 & 133 Bergers. I think the 131s are a thing of the past when people deplete thier stock. Manson & JGS made 25 CM reamers based on specs from Blackjack. I've got copies of both prints & don't remember a difference.
If you haven't started yet you could contact
[email protected] for a price. I find them less expensive than most inexperienced independents. They might not have the barrel you want in stock though.
I like my rifles, but after building 8 non-sammi spec rifles at time of build I don't know that if I had it to do over again I might stick with SAMMI adopted cartridges that Lapua made brass for.
Excuse the long reply. We've had a heat wave & I've been inside more than usual. I do think you have a good plan on which reamer to use. Who is PBB? I'm getting senile lol. Also, I stocked up on the Berger 135s & 133s because it might be awhile before they make another run of them. If you don't mind, keep me up to date on your progress & if the rifle meets your expectations.
Most of my life I've been what my friends call a physical beast. I've always played sports & weightlifte. I've just got to where I can return to the gym from Some medical challenges that almost got me. I hope to be back in shape by New Years and start competing just for fun at PRS & the NRL Hunter series starting next year. That's the reason for the light & heavy versions.
God Bless & best wishes for a great weekend!
Lynn