Ruger Precision Rifle (Page 82 of 90)
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Originally Posted By NotUrLawyer:
Just out of curiosity, can you quantify "a bit?" Are we talking 10-20 rounds or 40-50+? I'm sure it's probably been discussed in this 80+ page thread but I'm late to the party and haven't found the page with the table of contents.  Originally Posted By NotUrLawyer:
Originally Posted By EzGoingKev:
Originally Posted By M4-AR:
It took mine a bit to settle in I'm sure it's probably been discussed in this 80+ page thread but I'm late to the party and haven't found the page with the table of contents. After that I moved to handloads and got more improvement. |
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Originally Posted By NotUrLawyer:
Just out of curiosity, can you quantify "a bit?" Are we talking 10-20 rounds or 40-50+? I'm sure it's probably been discussed in this 80+ page thread but I'm late to the party and haven't found the page with the table of contents. ETA: my rifle is a 6.5 Creedmoor |
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Originally Posted By EzGoingKev:
Mine took about 80 rounds before the groups tightened up. Originally Posted By EzGoingKev:
Originally Posted By NotUrLawyer:
Just out of curiosity, can you quantify "a bit?" Are we talking 10-20 rounds or 40-50+? I'm sure it's probably been discussed in this 80+ page thread but I'm late to the party and haven't found the page with the table of contents. |
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Finally got a chance to shoot my new RPR in 6mm Creedmoor. Here is the group from rounds 11-15 through it, and I suck at shooting groups. I am very pleased so far. Ammo was Hornady 108gr ELD Match, scope is a Vortex Viper 5-15x44, front and rear bags. Now I just need practice a little more, chrono, make a drop table, and make some time to shoot some PR matches between USPSA and multigun...
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Originally Posted By splogan:
Thats actually a really good idea. I had not thought about having it rebarrelled and I am already set up for .308, I have not waded into the 6.5 game yet. Originally Posted By splogan:
Originally Posted By EzGoingKev:
Buy the .308 and shoot it some. See if you like the rifle. If so then swap out the barrel for a 6.5CM. |
Rob3220:
"Walmart Ammo isn't good for anything. I don't think it even breaks skin. Rounds are made of compressed Jell-O, if I recall correctly."
"Walmart Ammo isn't good for anything. I don't think it even breaks skin. Rounds are made of compressed Jell-O, if I recall correctly."
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If anyone is looking for RPR parts Brownells is having a 10% sale.
10% off at Brownells - Coupon code NAQ $99 or more plus free shipping ** |
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Originally Posted By Mnwhiskeyman:
Ok, so I love my Howa 6.5 but I am wondering if I need a RPR is 6mm Creedmoor. What is the accuracy you guys are getting out of this set up and with this cal? Wondering if I should snag one. Prices seem good. I'm getting a little better than three inches at 300 shooting Hornady Black. Under 2.5" with Hornady match. I'm happy with the rifle. For under 800 bucks, you get a lot, and the ability to buy drop in barrels Attached File I |
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I took my 6.5CM RPR to the range again today.
Here is my 6-shot group at 100yds Attached File Attached File |
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Originally Posted By troy_v:
I took my 6.5CM RPR to the range again today. Here is my 6-shot group at 100yds https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/136860/20180812_143609-638819.JPG https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/136860/20180812_142039-638820.JPG |
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Originally Posted By troy_v:
I took my 6.5CM RPR to the range again today. Here is my 6-shot group at 100yds https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/136860/20180812_143609-638819.JPG https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/136860/20180812_142039-638820.JPG |
Doing some chrono work today and adjusting zero for the can. RPR 308 shooting hornady TAP 168 factory loads. The can is a Surefire FA762. Without the can I consistently got 2599fps every single time. With the can I saw less than 10fps deviation between shots with an average of 2598 FPS. With the suppressor mounted my POI shifted about 2moa down and 3/4moa left.
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Tonight I was at a local big box store looking for a few doo-dads.. I happened upon a RPR in 308, on clearance marked down to $999 out the door.. Not to bad of a deal,,,, I thought about it a bit but passed it up... As I was walking out the door I discovered that said store is running an in store "cash" sale. This sale ends Sat and with the purchase of the rifle I would get $125 back for in store credit towards future purchases.. = Ruger 308 RPR $874 out the door..
Guess where I'm going in the morning.  .
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| new to the RPR, I traded into one a little while ago and took it home finally a few weeks back. its been upgraded a bit but the previous owner chopped it to 14.5" and pinned an ASR mount to it. I don't have any glass for it yet so I haven't personally shot it. its chambered in 6.5 creed, and im wondering how effective/useless that caliber is in that barrel length? i've looked at replacing the barrel and I can get a good deal on a 26" white oak armament replacement, anyone have experience with their barrels in the RPR? how difficult/costly is a barrel swap? |
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Originally Posted By vincentvega6:
new to the RPR, I traded into one a little while ago and took it home finally a few weeks back. its been upgraded a bit but the previous owner chopped it to 14.5" and pinned an ASR mount to it. I don't have any glass for it yet so I haven't personally shot it. its chambered in 6.5 creed, and im wondering how effective/useless that caliber is in that barrel length? i've looked at replacing the barrel and I can get a good deal on a 26" white oak armament replacement, anyone have experience with their barrels in the RPR? how difficult/costly is a barrel swap? |
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Originally Posted By vincentvega6:
new to the RPR, I traded into one a little while ago and took it home finally a few weeks back. its been upgraded a bit but the previous owner chopped it to 14.5" and pinned an ASR mount to it. I don't have any glass for it yet so I haven't personally shot it. its chambered in 6.5 creed, and im wondering how effective/useless that caliber is in that barrel length? i've looked at replacing the barrel and I can get a good deal on a 26" white oak armament replacement, anyone have experience with their barrels in the RPR? how difficult/costly is a barrel swap? |
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Originally Posted By vincentvega6:
new to the RPR, I traded into one a little while ago and took it home finally a few weeks back. its been upgraded a bit but the previous owner chopped it to 14.5" and pinned an ASR mount to it. I don't have any glass for it yet so I haven't personally shot it. its chambered in 6.5 creed, and im wondering how effective/useless that caliber is in that barrel length? i've looked at replacing the barrel and I can get a good deal on a 26" white oak armament replacement, anyone have experience with their barrels in the RPR? how difficult/costly is a barrel swap? |
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Originally Posted By Biscuit42:
In a bit of a bind. I dont known if i want one in 6.5 creedmoor or .308. I have 2 other 308 guns and no creedmoor. I also want to reload for whatever one i end up with. Hard decisions  |
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Originally Posted By Hoplite:
I was in your shoes and a smoking deal locally on a 308 rpr popped up. I figure if I shoot out the factory barrel, or get sick of it I can change it over to 6.5 pretty easily. Originally Posted By Hoplite:
Originally Posted By Biscuit42:
In a bit of a bind. I dont known if i want one in 6.5 creedmoor or .308. I have 2 other 308 guns and no creedmoor. I also want to reload for whatever one i end up with. Hard decisions |
| Has anyone done theirs up with a 16 inch barrel ? I’m thinking of getting one as a really compact pack rifle to take when I go to Alaska and Washington hunting , size really is the biggest concern so I can fit it in the smallest hard case possible for travel and still have room for other gear. Max I’d be shooting 400-500 yards with most shooting at 200 and in. |
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Originally Posted By home_alone1:
Has anyone done theirs up with a 16 inch barrel ? I’m thinking of getting one as a really compact pack rifle to take when I go to Alaska and Washington hunting , size really is the biggest concern so I can fit it in the smallest hard case possible for travel and still have room for other gear. Max I’d be shooting 400-500 yards with most shooting at 200 and in. |
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Originally Posted By goalieMN:
I love mine, but it's not even in the top ten of my rifles I would take for what you described, no matter what the barrel length. Originally Posted By goalieMN:
Originally Posted By home_alone1:
Has anyone done theirs up with a 16 inch barrel ? I’m thinking of getting one as a really compact pack rifle to take when I go to Alaska and Washington hunting , size really is the biggest concern so I can fit it in the smallest hard case possible for travel and still have room for other gear. Max I’d be shooting 400-500 yards with most shooting at 200 and in. |
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No one wants to eat right and exercise, and lower their stress levels, all of which will come in a lot more handy than a home defense carbine and chest rig
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Originally Posted By ALASKANFIRE:
It think I agree. Even with a 16” barrel the thing will be a pig. I would just take the lightweight rifle of your choice and have the barrel cut down. Originally Posted By ALASKANFIRE:
Originally Posted By goalieMN:
Originally Posted By home_alone1:
Has anyone done theirs up with a 16 inch barrel ? I’m thinking of getting one as a really compact pack rifle to take when I go to Alaska and Washington hunting , size really is the biggest concern so I can fit it in the smallest hard case possible for travel and still have room for other gear. Max I’d be shooting 400-500 yards with most shooting at 200 and in. |
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Originally Posted By sparkyD:
I lugged mine a half mile in and out last year and I don't think I want much father than that. My light weight .270 is much more comfortable to carry at longer distances. Or my model seven. Originally Posted By sparkyD:
Originally Posted By ALASKANFIRE:
Originally Posted By goalieMN:
Originally Posted By home_alone1:
Has anyone done theirs up with a 16 inch barrel ? I’m thinking of getting one as a really compact pack rifle to take when I go to Alaska and Washington hunting , size really is the biggest concern so I can fit it in the smallest hard case possible for travel and still have room for other gear. Max I’d be shooting 400-500 yards with most shooting at 200 and in.
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While I have a RPR and may do the lightening one day with a CTR stock, fluted barrel, etc, this may be a better option for you.
https://christensenarms.com/modern-precision-rifle/ |
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Originally Posted By mark5pt56:
While I have a RPR and may do the lightening one day with a CTR stock, fluted barrel, etc, this may be a better option for you. https://christensenarms.com/modern-precision-rifle/ |
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Originally Posted By home_alone1: Hmm, havnt heard of that, I might need to do some more looking around. I still need to explore the ar10 as well as it breaks down. I just need something where I can fit it in the smallest pelican case possible to make flying in bush planes a little easier. |
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Originally Posted By home_alone1: Hmm, havnt heard of that, I might need to do some more looking around. I still need to explore the ar10 as well as it breaks down. I just need something where I can fit it in the smallest pelican case possible to make flying in bush planes a little easier. |
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Originally Posted By goalieMN: Where in Minnesota are you? I have a Howa 6.5 and a RPR 6mm. I'm getting a little better than three inches at 300 shooting Hornady Black. Under 2.5" with Hornady match. I'm happy with the rifle. For under 800 bucks, you get a lot, and the ability to buy drop in barrels https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/357367/IMG_20180808_101751870-636024.JPG I Really thinking of getting the 6mm in the Howa too love the drop in barreled actions |
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After about 155 rounds my 6.5 is finally settling in -- or I'm learning to do my part.
Attached File Of course the last shot was the one on the left. ETA: American Gunner 140gr. BTHP @ 100 yds. |
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50 rds deep. Hornady 140 ELD Match @100 yards. Only the 2nd time Ive ever shot this rifle or anything like it so I expect these to tighten up more as I get more trigger time
Note: Red X's are from my AR earlier in the day so ignore those. 
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Originally Posted By chuck1022:
I have no use for one, I do not need one, it is a kind of shooting I do not really do. I have been pricing them out cause I have to have one in 308 damnit |
Chicken Farmer by choice hunter of shade tree's and hiding spots by nature.
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Originally Posted By EzGoingKev:
On the FB RPR page some members were at a gun show somewhere and Ruger was there. They are claiming there is going to be an RPR in .338 Lapua announced on the 10th of this month. |
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Originally Posted By BushmasterGuy77:
I saw that. It had a big ass muzzle break. I'm hoping they have a .300 WM variant. Originally Posted By BushmasterGuy77:
Originally Posted By EzGoingKev:
On the FB RPR page some members were at a gun show somewhere and Ruger was there. They are claiming there is going to be an RPR in .338 Lapua announced on the 10th of this month. |
swingset
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 Here is said rumored pic. Supposed to be announced on the 10th. It's certainly a much longer action. Also a new design on the rail system. Muzzle brake is... Excessively large in my opinion. But I already have a suppressor for 338. (SiCo Hybrid) I'd probably be down for one to go with this. 
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| Is it just the pic or is that mag curved? Are the AI pattern mags curved like that? I didn't think so but have only played with a Lapua once or twice ever. |
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