Raja Clavata Posted October 6, 2010 Report Share Posted October 6, 2010 So, there's a second hand .308 available with the barrel cut down to 16" professionally by precision rifles in Bromsgrove. The crown has been properly finished off and all looks well. I like the look of it as it's nice and compact (and I don't want to spend more on it than I did on my .243 set-up). Anyone have any opinion on whether this is one to avoid or not? Thanks in advance Raja Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
al4x Posted October 6, 2010 Report Share Posted October 6, 2010 (edited) assuming its the 16" one should be fine but might be worth checking if you can try it first just to check if it shoots ok but there is no reason it shouldn't. Looks clean enough Edited October 6, 2010 by al4x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr_Logic Posted October 6, 2010 Report Share Posted October 6, 2010 You will lose a bit of velocity going that short. If that's OK, then go ahead with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowz Posted October 6, 2010 Report Share Posted October 6, 2010 yea same as above if its for hunting then dont worry about it like you said it short and compact ideal for hunting/stalking. If it was for targets then you will loose FPS but then again speed isn't everything a lot of people have super accurate loads that aren't the fastest tho A couple of my close shooting buddies know Richard Pope personally and have work done by him, i have been to his place and its all there and he knows his stuff so rest assured it will be a shooter atb Richard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raja Clavata Posted October 6, 2010 Author Report Share Posted October 6, 2010 Thanks guys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garyb Posted October 6, 2010 Report Share Posted October 6, 2010 Should be fine. Rifles in 308 are carried more than fired... if it looks half decent, chances are it will be fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamie g Posted October 6, 2010 Report Share Posted October 6, 2010 (edited) has snows said richard is a great guy. ive had work done by him and he is top notch i allways use him now as he is close to where i live. and prices seam very good and the bonus is he will do most things well you wait depending on what it is of course. Edited October 6, 2010 by jamie g Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mungler Posted October 6, 2010 Report Share Posted October 6, 2010 Don't be a in a major hurry to fill the slot. If you sit tight a tidy .308 will crop up - best place to look is on here and the airgun BBS. If you want a light short barrel stalking rifle then you should come and have a look at the Steyr Scout I got off the BBS about 5 months ago. I didn't want the Leupold scope that came on it and by the time I sold the scope the rifle stood me only about £200 and it's a minter. Sit tight and be choosey - ask yourself why it's been hanging around a while and steer clear of anything being sold second hand from a home loader or range freak. Alternatively look at a brand new CZ. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John_R Posted October 6, 2010 Report Share Posted October 6, 2010 Rifles in 308 are carried more than fired... You might well be right with this particular example, but surely as .308 is the fullbore calibre of choice for 1000's of target shooters the opposite is often true. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raja Clavata Posted October 6, 2010 Author Report Share Posted October 6, 2010 I've got an evenings wild boar shooting booked 27th of this month so can't sit too tight nor be too choosey (unfortunately) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyCM Posted October 6, 2010 Report Share Posted October 6, 2010 I've got an evenings wild boar shooting booked 27th of this month so can't sit too tight nor be too choosey (unfortunately) I have a 16" .308 - although I had it built that way (ie the barrel started life at 16"......so, the taper is "right") I've no knowledge of the smith you mention, but I'd ask how long was it originally? You should get around 2,450-2,500fps with 150g's - so well deer legal and enough to bring home the bacon. Are you planning to reload ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crouch valley Posted October 6, 2010 Report Share Posted October 6, 2010 I saw thsi in shooting times might be of some intrest. I intend to go wild boar shooting soon. In your opinion, what calibre would you say is best for boar? A: First of all, before raising a rifle to a wild boar, you must ensure your firearms certificate specifies you are allowed to shoot these animals. As far as rifle calibres are concerned, wild boar are powerful, strong and potentially dangerous animals that must be treated with respect. A 200lb boar has an extremely tough, thick skin and powerful bones, and demands a calibre which will ensure a killing shot. There have been reports of calibres as small as .22 centrefires being used against wild boar, but these, and even .243 Winchester calibre rifles, are inadequate and should never be contemplated. The result will usually be a wounded animal which may die a lingering death or prove extremely dangerous. The minimum calibre to be used against wild boar is the .270 Win, delivering a muzzle energy of 2,700ft/lb, but it is recommended that a calibre of no less than 7mm with a bullet of 160 grains-plus and muzzle energy of no less than 2,800ft/lb should be used. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyCM Posted October 6, 2010 Report Share Posted October 6, 2010 I saw thsi in shooting times might be of some intrest. I intend to go wild boar shooting soon. In your opinion, what calibre would you say is best for boar? A: First of all, before raising a rifle to a wild boar, you must ensure your firearms certificate specifies you are allowed to shoot these animals. As far as rifle calibres are concerned, wild boar are powerful, strong and potentially dangerous animals that must be treated with respect. A 200lb boar has an extremely tough, thick skin and powerful bones, and demands a calibre which will ensure a killing shot. There have been reports of calibres as small as .22 centrefires being used against wild boar, but these, and even .243 Winchester calibre rifles, are inadequate and should never be contemplated. The result will usually be a wounded animal which may die a lingering death or prove extremely dangerous. The minimum calibre to be used against wild boar is the .270 Win, delivering a muzzle energy of 2,700ft/lb, but it is recommended that a calibre of no less than 7mm with a bullet of 160 grains-plus and muzzle energy of no less than 2,800ft/lb should be used. 2,800 !!!!! Were they European boar (bigger) ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunkield Posted October 6, 2010 Report Share Posted October 6, 2010 The minimum calibre to be used against wild boar is the .270 Win, delivering a muzzle energy of 2,700ft/lb, but it is recommended that a calibre of no less than 7mm with a bullet of 160 grains-plus and muzzle energy of no less than 2,800ft/lb should be used. Jeez what a load of old cobblers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garyb Posted October 6, 2010 Report Share Posted October 6, 2010 You might well be right with this particular example, but surely as .308 is the fullbore calibre of choice for 1000's of target shooters the opposite is often true. Whilst that maybe true, most sporting rifles I know are used solely for sporting pursuits! I wouldnt want to shoot 20 rounds out of my lightweight 308 sporter on a range day.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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