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<blockquote data-quote="Holmes" data-source="post: 8934" data-attributes="member: 457"><p>The stock is a two piece unit and the lack of consistency has to do with the way the forearm is hung.</p><p></p><p>Often variations can be eliminated by using different forearm mods, e.g., bedding, flexible shim, Hicks accurizer (forearm pressure tuning device).</p><p></p><p>Another problem is the lousy trigger. I can lighten 'em up, but I cannot get rid of the creep. There are no inexpensive triggers out there. I have had more problems with the Moyers trigger than I care to describe. Best alternative is the Kepplinger single set trigger. **** fine unit.</p><p></p><p>Another problem with some of the #1 models is the quarter rib. It bridges the barrel and receiver and will, on some rifles, heat up and cause a change in the POI due to scope movement. This can be resolved by milling the rib or installing a Moulds Weaver style replacement rib. This rib also allows a more rearward placement of the optical sight.</p><p></p><p>I have several #1s and most will stay in the 5s & 6s. My 500 Nitro Express #1 (27" NBRSA-HV barrel), will shoot 3 into .7" @ 50 with irons.</p><p></p><p>I had a #1 in 378 Weatherby with a 30" tube. Very accurate but brutal to shoot as it had no brake. I sold it to a friend who installed a brake and loves the rifle. Not sure what kind of groups he's getting.</p><p></p><p>The #1 can indeed be accurate but it's much easier to work up a LR bolt gun. More accessories and experienced 'smiths.</p><p></p><p>I cannot stay away from the damned single shots.... they look so good and carry so nicely. But, they are an eccentric critter....</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Holmes, post: 8934, member: 457"] The stock is a two piece unit and the lack of consistency has to do with the way the forearm is hung. Often variations can be eliminated by using different forearm mods, e.g., bedding, flexible shim, Hicks accurizer (forearm pressure tuning device). Another problem is the lousy trigger. I can lighten 'em up, but I cannot get rid of the creep. There are no inexpensive triggers out there. I have had more problems with the Moyers trigger than I care to describe. Best alternative is the Kepplinger single set trigger. **** fine unit. Another problem with some of the #1 models is the quarter rib. It bridges the barrel and receiver and will, on some rifles, heat up and cause a change in the POI due to scope movement. This can be resolved by milling the rib or installing a Moulds Weaver style replacement rib. This rib also allows a more rearward placement of the optical sight. I have several #1s and most will stay in the 5s & 6s. My 500 Nitro Express #1 (27" NBRSA-HV barrel), will shoot 3 into .7" @ 50 with irons. I had a #1 in 378 Weatherby with a 30" tube. Very accurate but brutal to shoot as it had no brake. I sold it to a friend who installed a brake and loves the rifle. Not sure what kind of groups he's getting. The #1 can indeed be accurate but it's much easier to work up a LR bolt gun. More accessories and experienced 'smiths. I cannot stay away from the damned single shots.... they look so good and carry so nicely. But, they are an eccentric critter.... [/QUOTE]
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