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Posted: 12/16/2021 3:02:35 AM EDT
Had been on the lookout for a CZ527 Suppressor-Ready in .223, but with the 527 line being discontinued it seems like availability has really dried up fast.
The Ruger American Ranch offers pretty much everything I was looking for and a little more in terms of features. What's the overall view of quality and accuracy of these rifles? Thanks |
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Posted: 12/16/2021 3:04:46 AM EDT
[#1]
Accuracy? Insane.
Ruger Americans are one of the most underrated rifles on the market. Swap out that flimsy ass stock for one of the many options. Throw a Timney in there. You will have an incredibly capable rifle. |
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Posted: 12/16/2021 3:58:41 AM EDT
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I've been looking for same but in 7.62x39.I got an "in stock" email notice last week from a dealer....drastic price increase ...$639
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Posted: 12/16/2021 4:52:53 AM EDT
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I have one in 5.56, with a 1-4 LPVO and a SiCo suppressor mount.
With 20 round mags and a can on the end, it’s a very capable coyote gun carried in the truck. |
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OK, USA
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Posted: 12/16/2021 4:53:15 AM EDT
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I got one nib, had geasy sand under the thread protector, and the bolt was so rough it cycled like dry sandpaper.took an hour of polishing to get it to cycle semi smoothly.
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Posted: 12/16/2021 5:32:12 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DanaHillen: I've been looking for same but in 7.62x39.I got an "in stock" email notice last week from a dealer....drastic price increase ...$639 I recently found one in VA. It was the last one, the counter guy gave me a 10% discount because it was the floor model. I paid 513.00 OTD. I have been looking for one for quite a while. I put a Nikon 3x9x40 on it. Should be shooting it today. |
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Posted: 12/16/2021 5:47:21 AM EDT
[Last Edit: MT_Mauser]
[#6]
FPNI.
While not the Ranch model, my Ruger American Predator is my most used .223/556 anymore. It shoots my handloads from 55gr to 77gr MOA or better, preferring 55gr Nosler BTs over H335 to get into the .5 and under territory. Swap out the trigger for the Timney and the bolt handle for a threaded Anarchy Outdoors and your choice of knob. You can polish the bolt to be smoother or just shoot it a lot. I changed the stock out later.  Excellent for all sorts of pests. |
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Posted: 12/16/2021 6:02:47 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By narphenal: Accuracy? Insane. Ruger Americans are one of the most underrated rifles on the market. Swap out that flimsy ass stock for one of the many options. Throw a Timney in there. You will have an incredibly capable rifle. Yep. Zeroed my .308 Ruger American (early production pencil barrel) last weekend. This was the first three shots at 100 yards with some match ammo. I'm not an ace shooter, either. Three touching inside the 9 ring on a CMP electronic target. Black circle was the last shot.  Attached File |
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Posted: 12/16/2021 6:10:25 AM EDT
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I've have a 308 I use for hunting the last 7 years. Accurate, smooth action, as other poster said, its underrated.
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Posted: 12/16/2021 8:01:07 AM EDT
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I've been thinking of this one Ruger Predator, 22" barrel.
 Attached FileI think Grabagun has them in stock. |
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Posted: 12/16/2021 8:17:07 AM EDT
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I have one in 350 Legend. It is a laser. Took a doe at 200 yards with it this year. Going to add a .308 and a 7.62x39.
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WV, USA
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Posted: 12/16/2021 8:20:57 AM EDT
[#11]
I have the 5.56 Ranch rifle that takes AR mags. Great rifle. Accuracy is better than me.
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OK, USA
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Posted: 12/16/2021 8:27:51 AM EDT
[Last Edit: rzrsedge]
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I wanted one right after trying out a friend's rifle in 5.56 it shot very well and is light and handy. I bought one off the EE here a while back, haven't had time to go shoot mine for groups yet, but my friend's could easily do sub MOA.
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Posted: 12/16/2021 8:29:50 AM EDT
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I have one in 300 black, great little tool rifle. AR mags, threaded, accurate, cheap, can't complain.
Thinking a adding a 223 or 308. |
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VA, USA
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Posted: 12/16/2021 8:44:41 AM EDT
[#14]
Is the predator the thickest profile offered. I’m looking for a dedicated suppressor host and was hoping for heavier profile.
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Posted: 12/16/2021 8:47:36 AM EDT
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Bough my son the compact model for his 9th birthday in .243. He loves it and so do I, very accurate gun especially for the money.
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Posted: 12/16/2021 8:51:22 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By thedownzero: Is the predator the thickest profile offered. I’m looking for a dedicated suppressor host and was hoping for heavier profile. The Hunter model has the heaviest barrel profile. https://ruger.com/products/americanRifleHunter/models.html?n=ov  Attached File |
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Posted: 12/16/2021 8:55:31 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By thedownzero: Is the predator the thickest profile offered. I’m looking for a dedicated suppressor host and was hoping for heavier profile. This is from Ruger's specs description.  Attached File |
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Posted: 12/16/2021 8:58:59 AM EDT
[Last Edit: BladedRonin]
[#18]
Got one last week, the RAR x39. My biggest complaint was the LoP which was pretty dang long. Got that fixed by trimming the stock, but the poor buttpad got pretty chewed up in the process. Ohh well, it works.
Biggest complaint from my model is the lack of aftermarket components, specifically, aftermarket stocks or chassis for the x39 mini 30 mags. If anyone has a suggestion that will work, I will send them a p mag. Just pm or @ me ETA- I have researched Boyds and Magpul pretty heavily. Unless there is a mod I can do, its a no go. |
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OH, USA
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Posted: 12/16/2021 9:14:36 AM EDT
[#19]
It looks like the hunter model has the same barre as the ranch but with a flash hider instead of just a thread protector. I have the ranch in 450 and the predator in 243. As well as a compact in .22 mag that rides in my truck under the back seat. I should probably add a 556 in the ranch since I would have a can for it
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Posted: 12/16/2021 9:19:37 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By narphenal: Accuracy? Insane. Ruger Americans are one of the most underrated rifles on the market. Swap out that flimsy ass stock for one of the many options. Throw a Timney in there. You will have an incredibly capable rifle. Did exactly this, swapped out for a Boyd’s laminate stock and timney 3lb trigger and it’s the most accurate rifle I’ve owned. |
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NE, USA
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Posted: 12/16/2021 9:19:43 AM EDT
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I have wanted to sell my american in 243 for so long just cuz its blah. BUT i simply can't bring myself to sell it simply because of the fact its sooo fucking accurate! Best shooting gun ive had. totally underrated gun
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Posted: 12/16/2021 9:24:01 AM EDT
[Last Edit: 2A373]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By dmtaylor64: It looks like the hunter model has the same barre as the ranch but with a flash hider instead of just a thread protector. I have the ranch in 450 and the predator in 243. As well as a compact in .22 mag that rides in my truck under the back seat. I should probably add a 556 in the ranch since I would have a can for it The Hunter is .85" diameter at the muzzle, the Ranch is .725" on a 7.62 X 39. |
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Posted: 12/16/2021 9:26:23 AM EDT
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They are rough around the edges and are a bit cheap but boy do they seem to perform pretty well.
To me they kind of feel like a modern Mosin Nagant. |
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Posted: 12/16/2021 10:23:00 AM EDT
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I picked up a Ruger American pencil barrel in .22-250 awhile back. No box or manual, but came with scope rings and one magazine, sold as 'used' but looked unfired. $249 +tax. Could not pass it up for that price. Unfortunately, I bought it just before all the pandemic BS, so I haven't had the opportunity to do much more than a basic sight in, but it seems like it will be a good shooter.
I put a Vortex 4-12x50 AO on it when I found one on sale & may eventually put it in a Boyd's stock. I bought this rifle specifically for hunting coyote. Just wish I could find the damn time to go hunting.  |
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Posted: 12/16/2021 10:30:35 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JDeere7296: Did exactly this, swapped out for a Boyd’s laminate stock and timney 3lb trigger and it’s the most accurate rifle I’ve owned. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JDeere7296: Originally Posted By narphenal: Accuracy? Insane. Ruger Americans are one of the most underrated rifles on the market. Swap out that flimsy ass stock for one of the many options. Throw a Timney in there. You will have an incredibly capable rifle. Did exactly this, swapped out for a Boyd’s laminate stock and timney 3lb trigger and it’s the most accurate rifle I’ve owned. Other worthy upgrades. Get the Bolt Fluted and Microslicked. Anarchy Outdoors Bolt Shroud and Bolt Knob. 
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Posted: 12/16/2021 10:32:07 AM EDT
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I have a 308 predator that takes AICS mags. The stock is garbage but it still shoots way better than it should for the price. I'm hoping someone comes out with a stock that isn't 3lbs for it so I can swap it into something rigid. I have a Burris RT-6 and surefire brake on it and it's a hell of a hunting rifle. I may just do the carbon arrow shaft in the fore end to stiffen up the factory stock.
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AZ, USA
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Posted: 12/16/2021 10:36:47 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Hodgi_: I have wanted to sell my american in 243 for so long just cuz its blah. BUT i simply can't bring myself to sell it simply because of the fact its sooo fucking accurate! Best shooting gun ive had. totally underrated gun The regular American I picked up on clearance for my daughter in .243 is a tack driver as well. |
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Posted: 12/16/2021 10:38:12 AM EDT
[#28]
I love mine it’s all I hunt with now.
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TN, USA
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Posted: 12/16/2021 10:38:20 AM EDT
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Fwiw I love my 308, I have had it about 6 or 7+ years?
Literally only bought it because at the time 223 was hard to find, but 308 was super plentiful and cheap. |
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Posted: 12/16/2021 10:39:25 AM EDT
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Thanks to the OP for this thread. I'll be out today doing some errands and I will stop by my LGS and see what they can do for me in reference to rhe Ruger AP.
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USA
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Posted: 12/16/2021 10:43:25 AM EDT
[#31]
I have a Ranch in 450 BM.
1” groups with factory ammo. Zero complaints for a $369 gun. |
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TN, USA
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Posted: 12/16/2021 10:50:17 AM EDT
[#32]
I've had one for a few years in .308. Killed a bunch of deer. It's by far my favorite hunting rifle. Cheap and accurate. I think I paid $250 for it in 2015. No worries about knocking the gun around when hunting.
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Posted: 12/16/2021 10:56:32 AM EDT
[#33]
Been happy with how my Ruger American 6.5 creedmoor shoots.
3-shot group at 200 yards with factory Hornady 143 eldx.  Attached File Attached File |
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USA
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Posted: 12/16/2021 11:13:11 AM EDT
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I have a RAR in 5.56 which takes AR mags. It wears a Leupold Rifleman 4-12x40 I got on clearance at WM, a YHM Phantom QD mount, and a bipod. It's an excellent rifle.
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Posted: 12/16/2021 11:17:57 AM EDT
[#35]
Glades Armory bolt handles are a cheaper alternative to Anarchy Outdoors bolt handles. Glades bolt handles are $55 with the knob. Anarchy's bolt handles are $70 without a knob, knobs are $40 or more.
https://gladesarmory.com/product-category/ruger/ruger-american-centerfire-right-hand/ My X39 Ranch with Glade's 1.75″ black anodized tactical knob bolt handle.  Attached FileCompared to factory handle  Attached File |
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Posted: 12/16/2021 11:20:34 AM EDT
[#36]
I picked up a RAR in .300bo last year. It's really fun with a 30 cal can and 1x4 scope, now if only I could find subsonic ammo for it. I will say the factory stock leaves alot to be desired, it's flimsy as hell.
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Posted: 12/16/2021 11:22:28 AM EDT
[#37]
It’s one of my favorite rifles for the past few years. I run a basic Bushnell 3-9x40 with a KAC NT4 suppressor on it in 5.56. It’s my main hunting gun due to size and weight.
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WI, USA
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Posted: 12/16/2021 11:23:26 AM EDT
[#38]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By MT_Mauser: FPNI. While not the Ranch model, my Ruger American Predator is my most used .223/556 anymore. It shoots my handloads from 55gr to 77gr MOA or better, preferring 55gr Nosler BTs over H335 to get into the .5 and under territory. Swap out the trigger for the Timney and the bolt handle for a threaded Anarchy Outdoors and your choice of knob. You can polish the bolt to be smoother or just shoot it a lot. I changed the stock out later. https://i.imgur.com/z6IsqDz.jpg Excellent for all sorts of pests. What is the thing you assploded? |
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Posted: 12/16/2021 11:27:48 AM EDT
[#39]
I have one in 300 blackout. I've got a fairly cheap nikon scope on it and an SilencerCo Omega suppressor on it. It shoots great! I havent done group shooting on it really beyond zeroing, but I'd say it's easily sub 1.5 moa without any load tuning for what I shot.
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TX, USA
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Posted: 12/16/2021 11:36:28 AM EDT
[Last Edit: GRENDEL87]
[#40]
I've got the RAR in 6.5 Grendel. The stock is cheap but, overall, its a handy light rifle that shoots well. I was looking at boyds stocks but decided to keep it original as its so light. The bolt was a little rough at 1st but has smoothed out. It's currently all I hunt with.
ETA the stock trigger isn't bad at all for a budget rifle. |
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ID, USA
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Posted: 12/16/2021 11:47:23 AM EDT
[#41]
Had an issue, Ruger fixed it promptly with complimentary nicks and dings, tossed the factory box which I requested they return if they could, apparently too much trouble for a rifle that had just been purchased and not fired one round.
Good value, good rifle, accurate, flimsy stock as mentioned, obviously Ruger Customer Service per the above still has me pissed many years later. |
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IA, USA
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Posted: 12/16/2021 11:51:17 AM EDT
[#42]
Ruger got this one right. Honestly just about everyone has the bolt action rifle figured out, not sure there's a bad one out there.
I have an early 308 American. No complaints. |
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Posted: 12/16/2021 12:03:31 PM EDT
[#43]
I have a .308 and x39 models. Even with the crappy stock they shoot lights out.
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Posted: 12/16/2021 12:21:04 PM EDT
[#44]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By BladedRonin: Got one last week, the RAR x39. My biggest complaint was the LoP which was pretty dang long. Got that fixed by trimming the stock, but the poor buttpad got pretty chewed up in the process. Ohh well, it works. Biggest complaint from my model is the lack of aftermarket components, specifically, aftermarket stocks or chassis for the x39 mini 30 mags. If anyone has a suggestion that will work, I will send them a p mag. Just pm or @ me ETA- I have researched Boyds and Magpul pretty heavily. Unless there is a mod I can do, its a no go. @bladedronin How much you willing to spend …… |
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Posted: 12/16/2021 12:55:37 PM EDT
[Last Edit: BladedRonin]
[#45]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Steamedliver: @bladedronin How much you willing to spend … Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Steamedliver: Originally Posted By BladedRonin: Got one last week, the RAR x39. My biggest complaint was the LoP which was pretty dang long. Got that fixed by trimming the stock, but the poor buttpad got pretty chewed up in the process. Ohh well, it works. Biggest complaint from my model is the lack of aftermarket components, specifically, aftermarket stocks or chassis for the x39 mini 30 mags. If anyone has a suggestion that will work, I will send them a p mag. Just pm or @ me ETA- I have researched Boyds and Magpul pretty heavily. Unless there is a mod I can do, its a no go. @bladedronin How much you willing to spend … 400 max. And it better be a chassis if Im paying that much. |
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USA
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Posted: 12/16/2021 1:08:51 PM EDT
[#46]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 2A373: The Hunter model has the heaviest barrel profile. https://ruger.com/products/americanRifleHunter/models.html?n=ov https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/54089/1_jpg-2205988.JPG My Son has this rifle in 6.5 creedmoor and we both really like it. |
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Posted: 12/16/2021 1:09:16 PM EDT
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I have one 300BLK, it's a great value rifle and the stock does suck. My version taking AR magazines limits stock replacement further
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Posted: 12/16/2021 1:11:45 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Flathead9: What is the thing you assploded? Nasty ass pigeon that shits all over my equipment/hay shed. |
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Posted: 12/16/2021 1:19:45 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Patriot54: I've been thinking of this one Ruger Predator, 22" barrel. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/89990/Bang_jpg-2205970.JPG I think Grabagun has them in stock. I have that exact setup in 6.5cm. My absolute favorite bolt gun. |
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Posted: 12/16/2021 1:34:31 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By BladedRonin: @Steamedliver 400 max. And it better be a chassis if Im paying that much. Then you outta luck. If I ever get home, I’ll post pictures of mine. |
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