My "semi-custom" Remington Sendero

13 July 2013, 03:17

Eland Slayer

Let me start out by saying....I absolutely LOVE well-figured wood on a gun. However for an "all-around, rain or shine, do everything, go-to rifle" I prefer synthetic for consistency and general durability. But who says a synthetic stock has to look like a piece of black tupperware?

I just completed my new "semi-custom" Remington 700 Sendero SF II chambered in .300 Win Mag.

I sent the bolt to Kampfeld Custom in Michigan to be spiral fluted (filled w/ black) and have one of his custom bolt knobs installed. This is the first aftermarket bolt knob I have ever had on a gun and I cannot believe how much difference it makes in cycling the action. It is so much easier...especially with a somewhat large scope.

I also had a custom paint job done on the factory stock (which is made by H.S. Precision) by MG Arms in Houston. The paint is a textured epoxy.

The scope is a Leupold VX-R 4-12x50mm (30mm tube) and I have tuned the trigger down to a crisp 2.25 lbs. This rifle has proven to be very accurate with 180 gr. Barnes Vor-TX TTSX factory ammunition (easily sub MOA).

Here are a few photos....what do you guys think?

13 July 2013, 03:52

scottfromdallas

I think it's bad ass.

13 July 2013, 03:56

scottfromdallas

I have also found myself going synthetic lately. I used to just love wood but I'm in an experimental stage.

13 July 2013, 04:04

pagosawingnut

Leave it up against a tree and you might lose it! Nice.
I also have gone to synthetic stocks because I can order them in my length of pull.

13 July 2013, 05:14

Biebs

That'll do some long-range damage. The camo is unmistakeably Kerry O'Day!

13 July 2013, 06:04

Eland Slayer

quote:
Originally posted by Biebs:
The camo is unmistakeably Kerry O'Day!

Yessir...

13 July 2013, 08:27

scottfromdallas

you work up any loads for it?

13 July 2013, 16:33

Eland Slayer

quote:
Originally posted by scottfromdallas:
you work up any loads for it?

I do not currently reload....so no. The 180 grain TTSX seems to shoot extremely well.

13 July 2013, 16:47

Rusty

Nice Wade!

Rusty
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13 July 2013, 18:04

cobra

quote:
Originally posted by Eland Slayer:
Let me start out by saying....I absolutely LOVE well-figured wood on a gun. However for an "all-around, rain or shine, do everything, go-to rifle" I prefer synthetic for consistency and general durability. But who says a synthetic stock has to look like a piece of black tupperware?

I just completed my new "semi-custom" Remington 700 Sendero SF II chambered in .300 Win Mag.

I sent the bolt to Kampfeld Custom in Michigan to be spiral fluted (filled w/ black) and have one of his custom bolt knobs installed. This is the first aftermarket bolt knob I have ever had on a gun and I cannot believe how much difference it makes in cycling the action. It is so much easier...especially with a somewhat large scope.

I also had a custom paint job done on the factory stock (which is made by H.S. Precision) by MG Arms in Houston. The paint is a textured epoxy.

The scope is a Leupold VX-R 4-12x50mm (30mm tube) and I have tuned the trigger down to a crisp 2.25 lbs. This rifle has proven to be very accurate with 180 gr. Barnes Vor-TX TTSX factory ammunition (easily sub MOA).

Here are a few photos....what do you guys think?

That's a helluva rifle, you done good.

Did you stay with the Remington extractor or an M-16 type?

13 July 2013, 20:40

packrattusnongratus

A most gorgeous stock and gun. I like that you didn't change much that would cause it to shoot differently. I use a H&S Precision on a M600. I have a stock that fits the .308 and the soon to be rebarreled 243 (to 358 Win.).

13 July 2013, 21:13

ted thorn

I put quite a fiew miles on my boots each fall. What's a rifle like that weigh ammo and all?

13 July 2013, 21:33

DWright

Very nice looking rifle.
You've inspired me!
I have been thinking about what my next build will be. Hope you don't mind if I copy the paint job.

14 July 2013, 02:25

HondoLane

That makes me want to gel-coat my Sendero. It looks very good!

14 July 2013, 07:54

Eland Slayer

quote:
Originally posted by ted thorn:
I put quite a fiew miles on my boots each fall. What's a rifle like that weigh ammo and all?

Ted,

This rifle, as you see it in the photos, weighs 12.5 lbs.

14 July 2013, 08:44

Use Enough Gun

Damn, that's one NICE rifle!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

23 July 2013, 20:52

.366torque

Very nice!!

24 July 2013, 02:47

p dog shooter

quote:
However for an "all-around, rain or shine, do everything, go-to rifle

Nice rifle but

At 12.5 pounds not my idea of the weight of a all around do everything rifle.

My Rem 700 300WM comes in at 9lbs is Sub MOA I think it to heavy to be a rounder.

But then Wade is most likely much younger and has a much stronger back then mine.

24 July 2013, 03:10

Eland Slayer

quote:
Originally posted by p dog shooter:
quote:
However for an "all-around, rain or shine, do everything, go-to rifle

Nice rifle but

At 12.5 pounds not my idea of the weight of a all around do everything rifle.

My Rem 700 300WM comes in at 9lbs is Sub MOA I think it to heavy to be a rounder.

But then Wade is most likely much younger and has a much stronger back then mine.

Well....I can lose the shell holder and bi-pod in a matter of seconds, and that shaves off about a pound and a half.

But in any case, I do hunt in Texas, where most of my hunting is done by one of the following:

- blind hunting
- spot & stalk
- walking on either flat or gently rolling terrain

I don't really do any strenuous mountain type hunting, and if/when that day comes I will likely use a lighter rifle.

24 July 2013, 04:53

dogcat

Worst case of rifle abuse I have ever seen. I urge you to sell this ASAP.....
To me. PM if you are in a 12 step program to recover from inflicting this type of abuse on poor inanimate objects...

03 August 2013, 11:22

Dr. Lou

quote:
Originally posted by packrattusnongratus:
A most gorgeous stock and gun. I like that you didn't change much that would cause it to shoot differently. I use a H&S Precision on a M600. I have a stock that fits the .308 and the soon to be rebarreled 243 (to 358 Win.).

Great choice! Couldn't think of a better use for a 243.