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<blockquote data-quote="AaronSkipDavidson" data-source="post: 393847" data-attributes="member: 6373"><p>It's pretty easy to miss certain costs in materials and assembly. My illustration with other respected manufacturers is that the market price is $4000 to $6000 for this type of firearm.</p><p></p><p>The following list represents typical cost using pricing straight off the internet. The stock install and other service items are listed with per item prices as you would pay ala carte from a gunsmith.</p><p></p><p>Action $825</p><p>Barrel $335</p><p>Stock $803 (McMillan full install price)</p><p>CNC Bedding Block $60</p><p>Bottom Metal $350</p><p>Screws, mag box, follower, spring $80</p><p>Jewell Trigger $230</p><p>Chambering $200 (bargain chambering price</p><p>Assembly $50</p><p>Cerakote $275 (common charge by gunsmiths)</p><p>Excise Tax $491 (11%)</p><p>Shipping Case $125</p><p></p><p>I get $3825 total costs for this deal. Of course we don't pay to have the work done. We do it ourselves, and carry the cost of labor, materials, machines, building and other overhead. We have 7 employees currently, and I pay all my guys very well, so we also have administrative costs, customer service costs, etc. We also have advertising costs, and you would not believe how much money I have to pay for insurance! </p><p></p><p>Do the math, we are not over priced--definitely not getting rich! </p><p></p><p>DIY is an option, but even if your time is only worth $15/hr, you will invest heavy to get your package together. 1) Make sure you have a good gunsmith 2) Check out the chamber reamer specs 3) Buy the best barrel, that's where it's at.</p><p></p><p>When comparing rifles, it is not enough to just look at accuracy. First shot behavior, fouling shot behavior, set up and break in costs--these are all subtle items that matter. Another item that is often overlooked is shootability. How easy is it to consistently shoot well with a certain firearm in different conditions and positions. Does POI change? Back on target quickly to spot your shot? Many people haven't experienced how much easier it is to shoot certain designs for long range (this is mostly stock design and weight/balance).</p><p></p><p>Our budget system is a great example. The will almost shoot groups with the LR-1000, but the price is essentially $2000, you provide your Rem 700 action. We do an action true, new barrel, trigger, cerakote, and stock. Anyone that shows up here and has a chance to handle and shoot both units ALWAYS buys the more expensive rifle.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="AaronSkipDavidson, post: 393847, member: 6373"] It’s pretty easy to miss certain costs in materials and assembly. My illustration with other respected manufacturers is that the market price is $4000 to $6000 for this type of firearm. The following list represents typical cost using pricing straight off the internet. The stock install and other service items are listed with per item prices as you would pay ala carte from a gunsmith. Action $825 Barrel $335 Stock $803 (McMillan full install price) CNC Bedding Block $60 Bottom Metal $350 Screws, mag box, follower, spring $80 Jewell Trigger $230 Chambering $200 (bargain chambering price Assembly $50 Cerakote $275 (common charge by gunsmiths) Excise Tax $491 (11%) Shipping Case $125 I get $3825 total costs for this deal. Of course we don't pay to have the work done. We do it ourselves, and carry the cost of labor, materials, machines, building and other overhead. We have 7 employees currently, and I pay all my guys very well, so we also have administrative costs, customer service costs, etc. We also have advertising costs, and you would not believe how much money I have to pay for insurance! Do the math, we are not over priced--definitely not getting rich! DIY is an option, but even if your time is only worth $15/hr, you will invest heavy to get your package together. 1) Make sure you have a good gunsmith 2) Check out the chamber reamer specs 3) Buy the best barrel, that’s where it’s at. When comparing rifles, it is not enough to just look at accuracy. First shot behavior, fouling shot behavior, set up and break in costs--these are all subtle items that matter. Another item that is often overlooked is shootability. How easy is it to consistently shoot well with a certain firearm in different conditions and positions. Does POI change? Back on target quickly to spot your shot? Many people haven't experienced how much easier it is to shoot certain designs for long range (this is mostly stock design and weight/balance). Our budget system is a great example. The will almost shoot groups with the LR-1000, but the price is essentially $2000, you provide your Rem 700 action. We do an action true, new barrel, trigger, cerakote, and stock. Anyone that shows up here and has a chance to handle and shoot both units ALWAYS buys the more expensive rifle. [/QUOTE]
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