The barrel lining is made from match-grade 416R stainless steel . Great rifles shoot all kinds of ammo well. Is my understanding correct that the first shots you fired in this range session was the 25 round group where the rifle was walking while warming up? Christensen Arms Carbon Tension Barrel is made from a 416R button rifled, lapped barrel blank. Breaking in a barrel consists of a series of shooting and cleaning sequences. I was gearing towards Christensen and Sako, but decided to go custom. Always sold out online. MIj.kT+-"(.&6xlBeZE;G\_=+!? Rude customer service and barrel deficiencies. Requested URL: www.brownells.com/gun-parts/rifle-parts/rifle-barrels-parts/bolt-action-6.5-creedmoor-carbon-fiber-barrel, User-Agent: Mozilla/5.0 (iPhone; CPU iPhone OS 15_3_1 like Mac OS X) AppleWebKit/605.1.15 (KHTML, like Gecko) Version/15.3 Mobile/15E148 Safari/604.1. I would also say that you should make sure he adjusts the LOP and cheek to his needs. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. They build them a lot better, and the list above proves it. At 100 my first group completely covered edge to edge of a standard ST-4. Prophet river sells only , corlane sports fixes only in this case (I didnt buy from them ) and Christensen arms only builds the gun , they dont sell or fix them !! I mounted a Razor ii in a Spuhr unimount. Now I was also shooting multiple different ammos for the other stuff in post 2. Also the fact the POI shift would change relative to round count and periods of rest is really indicative of bad barrel deficiencies. I hope your gun issues get resolved. You are using an out of date browser. My dealer tells me Christensen had some problems because they sourced out some things, but now things are done in-house except like the Triggertech triggers. 0000057372 00000 n These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. When I walked the rep through my barn sized groupings and insane wandering zero, the CA representative was entirely dismissive and LAUGHED saying "well yeah this happens to all guns when they heat up". Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet. This with factory Norma 150 grain soft point ammo. The guys were very friendly and wanted to make sure every question I had was completely and thoroughly answered. IMO CA having this policy on their website is just an out to allow them to brush off defects on to the owner. If you are experiencing accuracy . 0000638363 00000 n I am by no means bashing, I personally have no experience with them. I bought a new Mesa Long Range rifle, it had scratches on the barrel and dark discoloration on the bottom plate logo. The site owner may have set restrictions that prevent you from accessing the site. 0000004072 00000 n Join F&S+ to read exclusive stories by your favorite writers. That I should have followed their break in. Find out how we combat fake reviews. Its called the Switch because you can easily swap out barrels. I had one built with a Christensen barrel and it consistently shoots in the .3s. He didn't really elaborate as to measurements of groups but he seemed less than impressed. My complaints; the bolt is rough and difficult to close. Thanks for sharing. Gun would not come close to a 1 inch group. Founded by Frank Galli in 2000, Snipers Hide has been offering informational videos, podcasts, and other support to its users in one location. They make them in-house (instead of using something like a Proof barrel) and the problem is that they're either . Just sprayed all types of ammo. Knowing I had ejection problems and accuracy issues that eventually ended up with the rifle being returned. I have a 300 RUM i bought a few years ago (before the ridge line introduction), and it shoots well and consistent out to 1000 yards. JavaScript is disabled. I would regularly receive notices that the item I wanted was available - but when I attempted to purchase the item - the same day - it was "out of stock". However, no POI shift was ever the same and never returned to a previous zero. I am an unabashed fan of the Fix, and the MPR is Fix'ish, while being a little warmer to the touch for cold weather hunting. The result of all it is better accuracy. -; lY\Y? when your wrapping carbon fibre with a little skinny barrel underneith is fine with normal magnums and nonmagnums, the problem with the 300 ultra is it heats up the barrel too much because the steel is so thin and will actually burn the barrel out in around 200 rounds, now that is just what I read from a few people and I can't remember on which site. The FFT spotter style stock weighs in starting at 5.5 pounds making it ideal on those long hikes up the mountain. I own 2 Christensen Rifles. When shooting matches I can economize by using the Am Gunner ammo for targets inside 500 and I do it with my ballistic app set for the Match ammo. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. You are using an out of date browser. The featherlight contour barrel helps reduce weight without adversely affecting accuracy. It does not store any personal data. Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features. I just purchased a CA Mesa in 300WM. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads. Tolerance and modern milling means there is no need for a "break in" anymore. I suspect they will have the 1:8s soon if they dont already. Sounds like you may be reading from too many fb pages. It has a lot of nice touches, including flush-mounted QD cups and an adjustable cheekpiece and is one of the most accurate rifles for the money. Christensen Arms Mesa The Mesa was released in 2016, and much like the Ridgeline, it was an overnight success. The cookie is created when the JavaScript library executes and there are no existing __utma cookies. For the amount of $$$ they cost, one would think they would shoot sub 0.5 MOA all day long Any thoughts? I have three currently and had 6 others. If the rifle is properly bedded, the scope munts and rings good to go, and the scope is good too that pretty much leaves the barrel. Barrel: 16" 416R Stainless Steel Aerograde Carbon Fiber Wrapped. CarbonSix is a good open because I can fine tune my order to my specs while ordering from the others it is buying what they have in stock that suites me the best. You do not have access to www.brownells.com. My test rifle delivered terrific accuracy with a variety of factory loads. The weight is somewhat average/light for a standard, pencil or light profile barrels. The CA rep then proceeded to tell me that using 178s was also the problem and that 200grs would shrink it to sub MOA. Lightly textured grip green composite with black and tan webbing. Off the bench, the Switch is one of the most accurate guns weve shot. This highly accurate, no . 360 rounds down range and I get 1/3 to 1/5 groups at 100. Hotjar sets this cookie to know whether a user is included in the data sampling defined by the site's pageview limit. 0000003828 00000 n The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics". Go look through my comments, I DEFENDED CA against these rumors when I first got this gun. A few days later, I went into The Armories in Winter Garden Florida and purchased a Christensen Arms rifle. Capacity. In the website, its not very clear that I could actually buy a zero-degree rail (duplicating the one it came with), so I had to call customer service. Never had this much of a problem with any of my guns wow i have the same cal . A 3rd shooter fired 2 groups thru it. Many have commented get about 500 rounds through it and then come back and tell us how it is going. $350.00 + $24.00 shipping. Fast response and helpful. Meet our award-winning MPR, awarded the SI Golden Bullseye 2020 Rifle of the Year., This website or its third-party tools process personal data.In case of sale of your personal information, you may opt out by using the link. The three rifles I built using ca barrels shot sub quarter minute chambered in 300 wsm, 7-270wsm, and 6.5 SAUM. The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. Eurooptic is full of crap. The Pro Hunter is a near-perfect expression of the modern long-range hunting rifle. 0000004185 00000 n Bolt Carrier Group: Black Nitride Finish. The Traverse weighs in starting at 7.3 pounds and is backed by the Christensen Arms Sub-MOA Guarantee. i own two my custom one is the best rifle i own!!! Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. The thumbhole stock fits like a custom suit. They dont build rifles like they used to. If you cannot resolve the problem please contact Christensen Arms immediately. 0000001908 00000 n Here are 8 tips for writing great reviews. I've been using a TFM for PRS without issues like that, there's definitely something up with the barrel or the rifle in general that's making it do weird things. Full disclosure in case my previous comments came off as me advocating for a Christensen Arms over a Bergara because I stand to benefit from it, I no longer work for a Christensen dealer and have no skin in the game (nor could I help OP score any kind of deal on one). But they have all shot really well so take that as you will. It goes against our guidelines to offer incentives for reviews. Am I missing something here? Nowhere closer to having any resemblance of a zero. Well over 200 rounds fired and it just won't dial in. Uf5v'=$(@6X71p)i V(-^AQA-?sfg2 0.`dAdcEA? nAy0F10n # ZanF ' ), endstream endobj 21 0 obj <> endobj 22 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text]/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/TrimBox[0.0 0.0 612.0 792.0]/Type/Page>> endobj 23 0 obj <> endobj 24 0 obj <> endobj 25 0 obj <> endobj 26 0 obj <> endobj 27 0 obj <> endobj 28 0 obj [/ICCBased 48 0 R] endobj 29 0 obj <> endobj 30 0 obj <> endobj 31 0 obj <> endobj 32 0 obj <>stream I wanted to find out what the opinion is regarding Christensen Arms barrels? Bought a Mesa in 7mm rem mag. 0000013007 00000 n That is my experience shooting this rifle. People who write reviews have ownership to edit or delete them at any time, and theyll be displayed as long as an account is active. Thanks for the reply. They are simply the best shooting carbon barrels we have tested to date. Sent the rifles serial number and specifics to that rifle. I cannot speak on behalf of them. I hope they take good care of you and resolve this quickly. When they first started they would wrap any barrel. Google Analytics sets this cookie, to determine new sessions/visits. I'm no competitive shooter, but I know more than a thing or two about guns. Like truly thought something was broken. I'm definitely a fan of the XLR over the Mega Orias chassis, even though it's just an Element chassis, but then again I also shoot an XLR on my own match rifle currently so I know I'm slightly biased. 0000000016 00000 n Some are high-end rifles costing several thousand dollars, and some are inexpensive enough that you might be tempted to buy two, just because. To replace the factory Remington 7mmRM barrel. Thanks for the replies, and thanks for the welcome. UPC. Any chances the optics, rail, or rings may have loosened under recoil ? At just under 7.5 pounds, it is super-portable and handy. But not a pant load. Hotjar sets this cookie to identify a new users first session. It has the kind of performance that makes ground squirrels quake in their burrows. This cookie is set by Google Analytics and is used to distinguish users and sessions. Purchased bottom metal to replace the existing bottom metal in CA Traverse 300 PRC, was a perfect fit. Either from Christensen themselves or Midwest Gun Works? I followed it up with Christensen Rings and base. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc. The cylindrical machined titanium action is mated to a Christensen Arms 416R stainless steel, featherlight contour, bead-blasted barrel with removable stainless steel radial brake. 0000003863 00000 n Hunting whitetail or elk? Which I was told by Christensen that this weapon is a good choice for PRS so I'd assume it should hold up to consecutive rounds it got shipped off yesterday so we'll see. But its still the best shooting gun I have ever owned or shot, Had a question about fitting a Spartan Bipod on a MPR. https://www.snipershide.com/shooting/threads/christensen-arms-mpr-initial-review.6879393/, Failure to feed Custom Shop RPR 6.5 Creedmoor, Christensen Arms MPA .308 Proven TACK driver, Carbon Fiber Wrapped 16 Barrel, Blessed Rifle Shoots .5 MOA w FACTORY LOADS, Christensen Arms MPR Handguard Top Rail Solution, Christensen arms 6.5 prc with McMillan game hunter stock. Its TriggerTech Diamond trigger is among the best out there. The carbon-fiber wrapped 26" 416R stainless steel barrel is backed by Christensen Arms with a sub-MOA guarantee. %PDF-1.5 % Tried hornady precision 143 eldx and 2 other brands of ammo. But it is a hell of a precision hunting rifle too. 0000002423 00000 n zbO+ 1q5->"~|PP326|cz`p7pha5? 0000057435 00000 n The first 3 groups are good accuracy minus the flyers which is probably shooter error, the 3rd group has a POI shift which is probably also shooter error from not being consistent behind the gun. The gun shoots great for me. You are making an offer for. Code: 321-00005-00. This is a True/False flag set by the cookie. Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors. A 416R stainless steel-barreled MRP will tip the scales between 8.4 and 9.6 pounds. You are using an out of date browser. I shot the Mesa yesterday at a 100 yard indoor range and printed sub .40 3 shot groups. In the end, I got what I needed, but I wouldnt say it was an enjoyable process.. A radial stainless-steel muzzle brake is threaded on the barrel, which has 5/8 . Sorry. Just $1 per month , Among the dozens of accurate production rifles weve tested over the years, these are the best for long-range precision hunting, We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. It is the tactical style. Will update sometime next week when I get to the range. Please keep us updated. I ordered a muzzle brake for my Christensen .300 ultra mag. It is contoured for a lightweight profile and chambered with the 22 lr. Description. BOLT-ACTION. The two-lug bolt gun is wickedly fast and easy to run. inches. Christensen Arms Carbon Fiber Rem 700 Short Chambered Barrel, 300 Win Mag 26" 1:10 Twist. Carbon fiber is also excellent. 550 N. Cemetery Rd. H1n0EwBsI1z Ed8CoZ+HKkSIB:W=\>+eGJD jxu[Vkp`bSX Mf2rxOp=sEsa9}wrf]kFx nbwMffHn6 You must log in or register to reply here. Foot of the Big Belt Mountains near Townsend MT. I have been shooting a Bergara HMR Pro in local PRS matches and I love it. I was glad to I was able to purchase some 2 years after buying my rifle. Comparatively speaking that Mega chassis will beat you up. Hell, my 18" SPR ar15 within an inch all day prone with bag and bipod. After 5 strings the groups were so open I had trouble identifying which shot was from which string on the 4 quadrants of my ST-4. I bought a new 28 Nosler in March and the barrel alignment was so bad i couldnt even zero my scope (Tangent Theta 3x15, so not a junker) at 100 yards with its available elevation OR windage. In benchrest, and more recently in the realm of precision rifle competitions, mild 6mm cartridges rule the roost. Loved the rifle.Broke the handle off the bolt cocking it .Al's sent the gun into Christensen Arms, and told me the turn around time was usually one to three weeks .It has been over six weeks and have no gun yet. I had never "shot" a Christensen Arms gun, nor did I know anything about them. I really like the gun but accuracy is very poor. John B. . I've tried everything for loads, even use a hyskore shooting bench. I mounted the Spuhr and Razor using manufacture specs, using rosin on the interior of the rings and triple checking all torque readings. 0000003055 00000 n If weight isn't an issue then I'd personally go with an HMR Pro if you want a chassis style rig or the approach if you want a traditional stock. I have definitely heard some horror stories about Christensen Arms, however the stories I have heard of were more related to chambering issues. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. rifle is absolutely bat shit insane like insane. The best I own.The products are exactly what they say they are. I'm also shooting from a relatively uncomfortable patch of ground. . It is magnificent and dead on! I want to start off by saying I am no rookie when it comes to long guns. It combines a competition-style stock, a heavy barrel, and Bergaras smooth two-lug action, resulting in a 9.5-pound rig that can shoot club matches in summer and be used to hunt big game in fall. It is more accurate than I am. , -Repaired Extraction Issue by installing a new barrel and installing a Sako Extractor and . YouTube sets this cookie via embedded youtube-videos and registers anonymous statistical data. The rifle runs on Brownings smooth three-lug action and is fed by its rotary magazine, which is easy to load and utterly reliable. After talking for 10 minutes the rep begrudgingly offered me to send in my rifle under warranty but I was so pissed I said I'd call him back if/when I decide to do so. The Ranger 22 comes with a zero m.o.a. But its important to note that the astounding accuracy of todays off-the-shelf production rifles owes a lot to advancements in cartridge development. Al's has not heard a word. I would imagine the whole process of bonding/wrapping the barrels, turning them, stress relief and other work going into it adds several compounding factors. On the other hand my match rifles don't shift POI during a 20 round string. group very well . What I see from that MPR 25 round group is several individual groups which tells me you're not breaking the shot the same each time. trailer <<88C0082D589B4BFBBCCF95943FE08D78>]/Prev 729709>> startxref 0 %%EOF 58 0 obj <>stream Their website says, "Fits any standard Remington 700. . They knew EVERYTHING about their product line and along with the staff of The Armories, we were all super impressed. HlSK\1Sx$cY, )?$ye);3N: S@968)_17l]rmYrO^":Iy&DxcK3ZX7 UBxsGul4kN^N2tGRtV_0B>IiY4PfHuYxWBD7eA By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. Not Yet Rated. Most chamberings use a 22-inch, free-floated barrel (also potentially a 20", 24" or 26" barrel length depending on the caliber) that's button rifled. For more information, please see our Have any of you tried the short chamber offerings in these barrels? In the quest for ever-better accuracy, they are sure to be part of the equation. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary". 02 BOREBRUSH With the bore guide inserted, run a solvent-soaked patch through the barrel, breach to muzzle, removing it at the muzzle. Barrel is in excellent condition with good bore and rifling. At these speeds, it is easier to minimize the differences in muzzle velocity from one shot to the next. The cookie is updated every time data is sent to Google Analytics. The front end of the barrel was ceracoated, the shade doesnt quite match. I called Christensen Arms and received a rude reception. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. To expand a little on my previous post I can talk some about the customer service aspect of Christensen compared to what I know about Bergara. All one shot deals. The blind box mag is the pits and will be replaced. I proceeded to take it to my local indoor range to zero the rifle and chrono loads before taking it out to my outdoor thousand. They are simply the best shooting carbon barrels we have tested to date. This big brute isnt made for hauling into the mountains. Fist group out was .391 inch. I sure wish Bergara made something in 6.5 PRC. It's heat soak Like all these reports of heat issues with CA barrels are completely true. The cookie is set by MailChimp to record which page the user first visited. About To Buy A Rifle in .308 Win Steyr Vs. Bergara Vs. Howa? Meet the newest and most compact addition to our firearm lineup, ready for backpacking or back-country hunting. Plus we tested them for stringing when hot at distance and they stayed in group. I had the action accurized, timmey trigger and brake. Hotjar sets this cookie to know whether a user is included in the data sampling defined by the site's daily session limit. Bentz chamber I was wanting one in 300 Norma. I don't make a ton of money. Pretty disappointed with service. 0000001431 00000 n Thanks for any info. Competing on PRS matches? 0000007024 00000 n This is my weekend to work nights. How much better can we expect rifles and cartridges to perform? My family has had an FFL for years. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. 0000638426 00000 n It is not the shooter. !I have returned the wrong product back to Christensen for a refund. You won't find many horror stories here! H|Un0+(,J~D(QCL;jdI!.-zP`0a1=T7zF67r QN d^Hf"YlsO'a&I.AD11*Q&0J BZ\y/s9 (u8itlpa Finish, fit and machining are excellent. Weight is not a deal breaker for me. Please see my other auctions for more rare, hard to find barrels and scopes!" Im highly educated and I know when I don't know what Im doing. Reloading- What pressure signs do you stop at. Hopefully a competent shooter, so that you can trust his results. Likely the barrel wasn't stress relieved prior to carbon fiber wrapping so the residual stresses are still there. VXS|+]7 There barrels actually insulate and trap heat in, (that's what carbon fiber does) dispite what there ads claim. 0000002730 00000 n Wr 8EJ }e6{,P62,G5eq:kuo\*jOe Who makes the barrels for them, or are they built completely inhouse? 198 customer reviews of Christensen Arms. All but a few shot extremely well. SEE IT. That sounds stand up, hope the problem is fixed and I believe it will be. Received email from CA saying all they did was clean and inspect and were shipping back to me. This highly accurate, no-nonsense rifle is built around an excellent three-lug action that operates nearly effortlessly. It was a hot swap. Action. I can shoot a Tac A1 half to 3/4 moa from a bag and atlas. This continued for TWO HOURS with different lengths of time to cool the barrel, putting up fresh targets, readjusting my rear bag (at one point I started questioning my sanity and if I even knew how to shoot), and trying every thing I could think of. I randomly attempted to purchase the item and I got it.Thank You. 0000005104 00000 n The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance". This bolt-action .22 incorporates many of the innovative features found . 24 inch heavy carbon fiber wrapped barrel plus a muzzle device. They remove a lot of steel when profiling the barrel which induces stress in the barrel. For a listing of our Brownells Europe representatives. But the stock is built like a tank, and with a solid rest, the rifle really reaches out there. I have an older Christensen Arms rifle. Literally the last shots fired. My experience with Christensen CS has not been impressive. 0000010303 00000 n Weighs in at about 14 lbs with a G2 Razor 4.5-27, and Atlas CAL bipod if that helps you any. I'm wondering if their carbon fiber barreling is just a gimmick. Currently borrowing a Tikka Tac A1 till I get my MPR back, its shipping tomorrow. This situation is something else Ive never had an issue like this with any rifle I own from any manufacturer. .300 Ultra Mag., reloads. The cookie is set by Google Analytics and is deleted when the user closes the browser. With carbon fiber on the fore-end and barrel, and a skeletonized folding stock, the MPR weighs just over 8 pounds and is quite portable. Its not slowly unscrewing is it? But what they all have in common is a remarkable ability to cluster their shots into tiny groups under real-world conditions. In Stock. #r5&vtRN,-}@tN8MQ/lg$vza~E`7J}?7Ul6v97p[4+M2 .c> g`k9ES3pA;Gl`zDmqPe#(I*ea,ZJQf#B Some of the data that are collected include the number of visitors, their source, and the pages they visit anonymously. Here LRO Editor Jeff Brozovich Takes a look at the Chriatesen Arms Carbon wrapped Barrel, CA Slayer Titanium Brake and the Carbon mag box options for the 30 . This cookie is installed by Google Universal Analytics to restrain request rate and thus limit the collection of data on high traffic sites. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. Bolt was stiff and needed a rubber hammer to open after firing. This is not a problem with the MPR because it can be made to fit almost anyone. Well, that's disappointing. It was actually a .22 LR rifle, and the new Ranger 22 takes Christensen Arms back to its roots. How are your barrels rifled? I am a bit less than pleased. I have way more precision rifles in 6.5, .308, .300, .22-250 than is reasonable. 0000006535 00000 n So, to answer that question about the most accurate rifles madehere they are.
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