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Ruger No.1, Eabco 97D, or TC Encore For single shot rifle ?
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<blockquote data-quote="Susquatch" data-source="post: 1640476" data-attributes="member: 31264"><p>I see. I went back and re-read the entire thread so I could better understand your needs.</p><p></p><p>I probably have 10 different single shot rifles. The only ones that are reliably accurate are the bolts. For custom factory rifles, I like the Coopers and the Rem 40XB. For pure custom rifles I like the Defiance and Pierce.</p><p></p><p>As others have said, the #1s can be really fussy. Even if you manage to get one to shoot, it will go out of tune after 6 months or so. And frankly, you can forget about a trip to Alaska with it. The temp and humidity extremes will play havoc on it.</p><p></p><p>The bolts are all much more reliable and are easy to tune.</p><p></p><p>I've never seen a Ruger #1 at a benchrest competition, although I'll bet somebody has. Regardless, I could never recommend it.</p><p></p><p>On the other hand, you will see single shot bolts on almost every bench at the match......</p><p></p><p>One last comment on the Cooper. Earlier you expressed concern about cost. Coopers are expensive...... In fact, they are probably the most expensive factory rifle made. However, you also mentioned having a Ruger #1 custom built.</p><p></p><p>I guarantee you this. A Cooper will cost less than a custom built Ruger AND it will shoot better too. The smaller caliber Coopers are guaranteed to shoot 1/2". The bigger ones are guaranteed to shoot 1". However, all the Coopers I have seen or owned will consistently shoot half that or better. </p><p></p><p>Just my thoughts for whatever they are worth. Best of luck on your quest.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Susquatch, post: 1640476, member: 31264"] I see. I went back and re-read the entire thread so I could better understand your needs. I probably have 10 different single shot rifles. The only ones that are reliably accurate are the bolts. For custom factory rifles, I like the Coopers and the Rem 40XB. For pure custom rifles I like the Defiance and Pierce. As others have said, the #1s can be really fussy. Even if you manage to get one to shoot, it will go out of tune after 6 months or so. And frankly, you can forget about a trip to Alaska with it. The temp and humidity extremes will play havoc on it. The bolts are all much more reliable and are easy to tune. I've never seen a Ruger #1 at a benchrest competition, although I'll bet somebody has. Regardless, I could never recommend it. On the other hand, you will see single shot bolts on almost every bench at the match...... One last comment on the Cooper. Earlier you expressed concern about cost. Coopers are expensive...... In fact, they are probably the most expensive factory rifle made. However, you also mentioned having a Ruger #1 custom built. I guarantee you this. A Cooper will cost less than a custom built Ruger AND it will shoot better too. The smaller caliber Coopers are guaranteed to shoot 1/2". The bigger ones are guaranteed to shoot 1". However, all the Coopers I have seen or owned will consistently shoot half that or better. Just my thoughts for whatever they are worth. Best of luck on your quest. [/QUOTE]
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