Cooper Rifles???

07 September 2003, 03:21

chuckduster

Cooper Rifles???

I am looking to hear from owners or past owners of Coopers and what you think of them pro or con. Im am thinking of ordering a Montana Varminter this winter chambered in Tactial 20. I just wanted to hear what some Cooper OWNERS have to say about them. I dont mean to come accross rude but I dont need the view point of those who have no experiance with them or those that know of someone who has had one. Thanks guys all info is appreciated.

07 September 2003, 03:34

John Boy

Try doing a search right here on this forum, there are several questions just like yours.

07 September 2003, 23:10

sakofan

I held one yesterday, a .223 Varminter, I believe.

I want one so bad, my tonuge is hard. But, the stock on that rifle feels a little short.
I tried anougher Cooper. I dont remember the model, but it was a 22-250. It felt short as well. My friend that was with me concured.

Tried a Kimber, and it felt right on.

The saleman measured from the trigger to the end of the stock, and it was 13" (The Cooper)

I still will have one..sakofan.. [Wink]

08 September 2003, 02:51

Spudz

I have a M21 varminter in .223 Ackley,it routinely groups 1/4" or better if I do my part.
I love it, if I could figure out what I needed
another one for I would get it, they are great.

08 September 2003, 03:27

DigitalDan

Superb rifles. All facets may be customized upon order if you desire. Perhaps their only shortcomming is that they are single shot but that would be in the eyes of the beholder. They generally shoot better than the shooter's capabilities.

08 September 2003, 03:59

Jay Gorski

I've got a LVT in 22lr. and yes the LOP maybe a little short, although never really complained about, you can order one with a longer LOP, albiet at a little more cost, but they are well made rifles, and very accurate, with very nice triggers, no lawyers in Montana I guess. [Big Grin]

Jay

08 September 2003, 13:43

chuckduster

Thank alot guys!!!! Its all your fault!!! Now my wife is going to be really mad. You have helped me make up my mind, I will have to have one. Im calling this week to order.

08 September 2003, 13:50

gsp

Try this web site Whittaker guns
I just sold mine, almost wish I didnt but had other plans for the money.
The Cooper has a great trigger, brakes like glass after it is adjusted.

09 September 2003, 06:21

mho

quote:
Originally posted by gsp:
Try this web site Whittaker guns
I just sold mine, almost wish I didnt but had other plans for the money.
The Cooper has a great trigger, brakes like glass after it is adjusted.

Bought mine from Whittaker (since I had to buy mail order anyway). They gave me good service, not always as communicative as I'd like, but service was good. Prices also seemed better than anything else I found on the Web.
- mike

09 September 2003, 15:00

gsp

I agree , there prices are competitive, and there store is a couple hr's from my house [Smile]

They are one of the largest stocking dealer's I know of.

13 September 2003, 09:09

JB in SC

I have a .222 Classic that groups most anything under .5" @ 100 yards. I had plans to sell it and buy a Cooper rimfire, but came to my senses and decided to keep it. It's a very pretty little rifle and the most accurate centerfire I've ever owned. The craftsmanship is excellent.

13 September 2003, 10:17

Rich Anderson

I have a varmint extreme in 223 and when I can afford it will get another in 22/250. Its my (at least one of them) rifle for prarie dogs. These are truly excellent rifles but be careful as they shoot so well you'll want another one.

PS Did you move? I have talked with someone using chuckduster from Middelton or that area who shoots sporting clays and trap in Ashly. Is that you?

Rich AKA Wildman

12 October 2003, 12:53

<TERMINATOR>

I have two Montana varminters. .221 Fireball and .17 Mach IV. Couldn't ask for a better gun. I shoot both a lot, almost never clean them in the field and always expect what I am aiming at to blow up. I'm more than happy with them. Well worth the price.

18 October 2003, 12:06

sr25

have one in 308 it's awsome! [Big Grin]

18 October 2003, 13:07

AlanC

I owned a Cooper. They are Accurate, but not to the degree of the target they send. You can build a accurate gun from a Remington action that will shoot every bit as well at a better price.

27 October 2003, 04:42

DMCI*

Just took delivery of a Model 57 Cooper in .17HMR yesterday that I had ordered about a month ago.

When it came in the store put it on display and three or four people offered to buy it. It seems that once somebody sees one, its all over!

I just have to have a scope rail made for it and I will be in business. So far, I like what I see a lot. Wood is absolutely beautiful as is the metal work.

It will be shooting varmints next summer.

D. [Smile]

[ 10-26-2003, 19:58: Message edited by: DMCI* ]

28 October 2003, 02:32

Jay Gorski

quote:
Originally posted by AlanC:
I owned a Cooper. They are Accurate, but not to the degree of the target they send. You can build a accurate gun from a Remington action that will shoot every bit as well at a better price.

Alan, Thing about the target they send with the rifle is as you know it's shot indoors, which will make quite a difference, along with the 36x Leupold, Federal Ultra match, and the fact they don't let the rifle out the door until it shoots 1/8" or better at 50yds.,(22lr) they guarantee 1/4" or better at 50yds with Fed. Ultra Match, and I almost get that with cheap ammo, like SK/Jagd Standard Plus and Wolf Match Target, I've even got under 1/2" at 100yds. on a calm day. Once you put a custom barrel on a Remington, true the action, Jewell trigger, bed the action, etc.etc. that should be way more than what I paid for my Cooper, or no. [Confused]

Jay

[ 10-27-2003, 20:38: Message edited by: Jay Gorski ]

28 October 2003, 02:35

Jay Gorski

quote:
Originally posted by DMCI*:
Just took delivery of a Model 57 Cooper in .17HMR yesterday that I had ordered about a month ago.

When it came in the store put it on display and three or four people offered to buy it. It seems that once somebody sees one, its all over!

I just have to have a scope rail made for it and I will be in business. So far, I like what I see a lot. Wood is absolutely beautiful as is the metal work.

It will be shooting varmints next summer.
DCMI, My LVT 22lr looks very similar to that one, tiger stripes all over, and it's just grade A wood too. Jay
D.

30 October 2003, 02:09

tuck 2

Hi DMCI----- I got a Cooper 57 M LVT 17HMR last Feb. with a Burris 4.5-14 X scope W/ AO. Ordered a case, 2000 rounds of Hornady 17 HMR from Midsouth which was delivered For $300.75. Great P Dog rifle out to 200 yds. Its a keeper--Have fun

30 October 2003, 11:23

sakofan

quote:
Originally posted by Jay Gorski:
[QUOTE] Once you put a custom barrel on a Remington, true the action, Jewell trigger, bed the action, etc.etc. that should be way more than what I paid for my Cooper, or no. Jay

I agree with Jay on this one. Why pay $1500.00 for a built Remington, when you can get a Coop, and have it all for less than that??..sakofan..

30 October 2003, 13:08

John Boy

One reason I would go with Remington is the desire for a repeater...That is my preference in a varmint gun [Smile]

quote:
Originally posted by sakofan:

quote:
Originally posted by Jay Gorski:
[QUOTE] Once you put a custom barrel on a Remington, true the action, Jewell trigger, bed the action, etc.etc. that should be way more than what I paid for my Cooper, or no. Jay
I agree with Jay on this one. Why pay $1500.00 for a built Remington, when you can get a Coop, and have it all for less than that??..sakofan..

[ 10-30-2003, 04:10: Message edited by: John Boy ]

30 October 2003, 16:57

rogerinneb

Here's my VE 21....serial #A3** a very early model....need I say more?

My best group ever...around .2" five shots 100 yds. with 40 gr. Nosler BT's

This was a 9 shot group shot pretty quickly....

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