16 June 2007, 21:49
huntnjimFinally it's here
quote:
Originally posted by mrlexma:
Jim, your rifle is just about as close to perfect as I have seen. How do you like the new Swaro scope? Is that the long eye relief model?
MR,
It is the Swarovski Z6 1-6X24-L It has the CD Reticle and (EE) Extended Eye relief. I looked at all the models in Reno this year and chose this one for recoil stability, glass and eye relief. I have shot 45 hot rounds to date (above 2600 fps)with no problems. Light gathering is exceptional, better than my Swar PHs. I like it!

huntinjim
AWSOME RIFLE!!! Kevin is amazing probly the best young gunsmith in the country and destined to be one of the alltime greats.
I have three of his rifles with two more being built. It's amazing how he can make a gorgeous hunting rile shoot like a bench gun.
I'm really glad you went with the Satterly action it's much nicer than the Empire actions.
DR B
21 June 2007, 12:00
LittlbigdAmazing rifle! Well thought out too with your choice of optics and iron sights.
21 June 2007, 18:41
ClaymanStunning rifle! Were I a man of more means, I'd have several more exact copies of that rifle built in a variety of calibers so I could guarantee I'd never have to hunt with an ugly rifle!
It should be in a textbook - THAT is the definition of a classic safari rifle.

23 June 2007, 05:24
yellowhammercongratulations, very nice

23 June 2007, 22:12
Safarischorschquote:
Originally posted by huntnjim:

With the Z6 scope it weighs 9 lbs and 14 oz. I have loaded 370 grain North Forks with 106.2 grains of H4831 benching at 100 yd 3/4 inch and 2613 fps. I got the 350 grain Barnes TS with 1 05 grains H4831 grouping 1/2 inch at 2620.
Wow!
very nice rilfe with the best scope that money can buy!

23 June 2007, 22:23
DemonicalMan that is a sweet looking rifle...
25 June 2007, 07:30
Bill CooleyThat is really, really nice.
Bill