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<blockquote data-quote="AJ Peacock" data-source="post: 297187" data-attributes="member: 4885"><p>I own one BAT action and it is phenomenal, it is a 338Allen Mag and is based on the 1.55" round action. There are a number of custom actions that can be used for a 338Edge, I'd choose an action with a Rem700 footprint, as that gives you the most options for stocks etc.</p><p></p><p>As far as the method used in gathering and purchasing components; you can either gather the components and then have a smith assemble for you, or let the smith order them and assemble once they arrive. The method you choose will depend on your own experience/comfort level in selecting components and making those decisions. Also, if you don't have all the money available, you may want to order only the longer leadtime components first and not have all the money tied up from the beginning. The longer leadtime components are typically the stock and barrel.</p><p></p><p>If I were having an Edge built, I'd have one of the fine smiths from this site build it for me. Shawn Carlock has probably built as many of these rifles as anyone, Kirby Allen has done a ton as well. I've had work done by both of these men and am 100% satisfied with both. There are other smiths on here that receive the same recommendations, but I haven't personally had dealings with them.</p><p></p><p>I'd talk with several of the long range smiths about your rifle and see which one you 'hit it off with'. Having a high level of confidence in your smith is important, any of the smiths on this site can interview you about your wants/needs and give you their recommendations. </p><p></p><p>Good luck,</p><p>AJ</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="AJ Peacock, post: 297187, member: 4885"] I own one BAT action and it is phenomenal, it is a 338Allen Mag and is based on the 1.55" round action. There are a number of custom actions that can be used for a 338Edge, I'd choose an action with a Rem700 footprint, as that gives you the most options for stocks etc. As far as the method used in gathering and purchasing components; you can either gather the components and then have a smith assemble for you, or let the smith order them and assemble once they arrive. The method you choose will depend on your own experience/comfort level in selecting components and making those decisions. Also, if you don't have all the money available, you may want to order only the longer leadtime components first and not have all the money tied up from the beginning. The longer leadtime components are typically the stock and barrel. If I were having an Edge built, I'd have one of the fine smiths from this site build it for me. Shawn Carlock has probably built as many of these rifles as anyone, Kirby Allen has done a ton as well. I've had work done by both of these men and am 100% satisfied with both. There are other smiths on here that receive the same recommendations, but I haven't personally had dealings with them. I'd talk with several of the long range smiths about your rifle and see which one you 'hit it off with'. Having a high level of confidence in your smith is important, any of the smiths on this site can interview you about your wants/needs and give you their recommendations. Good luck, AJ [/QUOTE]
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