I got my first 6.5 CM for $20
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I was able to squeeze in some range time this AM. The goal was just be on paper while breaking in the barrel. I mounted a Minox Z3 4-14 and Burris Sig rings I have laying around. Using factory ammo ...
Shots 1-10 fired @ 25 yards to get on paper and get used to the new rest and trigger @ 5.2 LBS (will have to replace the trigger spring to lighten it up to at least half). Brushed/clean barrel after 10 shots.
Set out to 100 yards ...
I had the range to myself at 0600.
Shots 11-20 fired @ yards. Interesting that shots moves towards center for each shots fired after barrel cleaning. Barrel brushed/cleaned after 10 shots.
Shots 21-30 fired @ yards. Interestingly again, the shots pattern moves inwards for each shots fired after barrel cleaning.
This is the only ammo I tried and groups seems to be getting tighter. I think it shows potential. When I get the trigger down to around 2-2.5 LBS, will have to get out to the range and continue barrel break-in and perhaps do suppressor POI test in the process.
Cheers!
Ed
Shots 1-10 fired @ 25 yards to get on paper and get used to the new rest and trigger @ 5.2 LBS (will have to replace the trigger spring to lighten it up to at least half). Brushed/clean barrel after 10 shots.
Set out to 100 yards ...
Shots 11-20 fired @ yards. Interesting that shots moves towards center for each shots fired after barrel cleaning. Barrel brushed/cleaned after 10 shots.
Shots 21-30 fired @ yards. Interestingly again, the shots pattern moves inwards for each shots fired after barrel cleaning.
This is the only ammo I tried and groups seems to be getting tighter. I think it shows potential. When I get the trigger down to around 2-2.5 LBS, will have to get out to the range and continue barrel break-in and perhaps do suppressor POI test in the process.
Cheers!
Ed
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RockyMtnMT
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Nice! What rest is that? Does it allow the rifle to free recoil? How do you like it? It looks interesting. I am used to using the vertical adjustment of the front rest and then fine tuning the aim on the rear bag with hand pressure. Interested in your thoughts.
Oh yea, what a great looking $20 rifle!!!
Steve
Oh yea, what a great looking $20 rifle!!!
Steve
Steve,
Thanks! It's a Stinger shooting rest by Caldwell, I got it on sale at my local Scheel's and so far I like it ... in my opinion, it does not allow you enough rifle free recoil that you are probably looking for or used to. I just need an extra rest that I can just leave it in my truck and this one fits the bill.
Cheers!
Ed
Litehiker
Well-Known Member
Congrats on winning a very good "entry level" rifle. If'n ya ain't got a 6.5 CM rifle be prepared to love this cartridge.
I have a Ruger RPR competition rifle and a Ruger RAP hunting rifle in 6.5 CM and both are 1/2 MOA shooters with the right loads. Hornady seems to have the best match ammo and their 143 gr. Precision Hunter ammo is loaded to match standards.
Eric B.
I have a Ruger RPR competition rifle and a Ruger RAP hunting rifle in 6.5 CM and both are 1/2 MOA shooters with the right loads. Hornady seems to have the best match ammo and their 143 gr. Precision Hunter ammo is loaded to match standards.
Eric B.
I may never know...I can't win a raffle...even if I held the whole roll of tickets!
Congrats FEENIX!
Corey Schwanz
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I just picked up my first 6.5 Creedmoor a couple weeks ago for the same price! $20 raffle ticket at a Ducks Unlimited banquet. 
. Mine is a Ruger American Predator.
. Mine is a Ruger American Predator.
I just picked up my first 6.5 Creedmoor a couple weeks ago for the same price! $20 raffle ticket at a Ducks Unlimited banquet.
Perhaps we should start a $20 6.5 CM gun club.
7stw
Well-Known Member
Feenix, nice score, for a whole $20.00. And it looks as though it wants to shoot. I like the rest, and like you, it seems like a great one to keep in your truck.L
Caldwell makes a decent product. Nice rig, Great price. I'm not lucky at that. Better off to pay retail !
Enjoy!
cybertanman
Member
I too, got my first 6.5 CM on a raffle, a Browning x-bolt on a $50 ticket.
RockyMtnMT
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That's crazy you guys. There is so many Creeds out there they are practically giving them away!
Steve
Not just 6.5CMs.... I won a Browning X-bolt white gold medallion in 300wm on a $20 ticket last year. A Winchester M70 Featherweight in 270 and a Browning Citori 425 12ga on same raffle. 3 wins in about 17 years, I think I'm ahead a bit.
But congrats, enjoy. I'm looking at a 6mm CM now.
But congrats, enjoy. I'm looking at a 6mm CM now.
