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14 January 2010, 08:38
Prewar70
My New 250-3000
I've wanted one for a long time. I've got a beautiful Mexican Mauser action in the safe that I planned on using. Then I came across this and couldn't pass it up. I plan on putting a Zeiss 2.5-8 on it and start shooting soon. Then it will be shooting coyotes in Sodak and deer in Northern MN. Just fell in love with the cartridge and its excellent lines and proportions. Holds 4 down and feeds very smoothly. What a great little rifle.













14 January 2010, 08:53
fla3006
A Mex Mauser 250 would have been nice but so is that!


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14 January 2010, 09:24
groundhog devastation
Great looking little rifle! You'll enjoy I'm sure! Hope it's as good to you as the great little 6x47 with the Lilja barrel I got off this site a while back! I like the common stuff but the "little guys" in obscure chamberings sure are fun!! GHD


Groundhog Devastation(GHD)
14 January 2010, 20:00
the jigger
Welcome to the world of the 250/3000. If you reload try RL15 and 100gr bullet of choice. I started with 33.5gr and worked up to find the sweet spot.
GOOD LUCK and GOOD SHOOTING!!!


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14 January 2010, 20:03
plainsman456
Once you are hooked you can never go back.Good Luck with you new rifle.I use 75 or 85gr bullets for varments andsave 100grs for deer or larger game.
14 January 2010, 20:22
Prewar70
I have plenty of RL15 on hand so that's good. What are good load suggestions for the 75 grainers? The Dakota has a 24" barrel and the test group that they sent along wasn't too shabby. I can't wait to get out with it.
14 January 2010, 20:37
bartsche
120gr. Speer spbt, 38gr. IMR 4831, avg.=2775 fps., 2" group at 200 yds., fouled barrel.
Light weight barrel, deep throated to handled the 120 gr. bullets. Stevens Mod. 200, Shaw barrel.


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15 January 2010, 02:58
thismortalcoil
What a great find, you'll enjoy that one for quite a while.
15 January 2010, 03:03
AzGuy
What a NEAT little rifle...Congrats beer

PS..... I'll give you half of what you paid for it!!


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Bolt Action Trash
15 January 2010, 05:06
plainsman456
With rl-15 up to 38.5 grs.Just work up.
15 January 2010, 06:35
Idaho Sharpshooter
Are you allowed to post a picture of a rifle with a synthetic stock and cedar arrows?

Dichotomy time!

Rich
15 January 2010, 07:32
Dr. Lou
That's SWEET!


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15 January 2010, 17:25
taylorce1
quote:
Originally posted by Dr. Lou:
That's SWEET!

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Makes me want to build a .250-3000 even more. I've got a Turk 93 and 1:14 twist barrel on my bench right now. Plus z1r on email and speed dial.

What is the barrel length, and overall length of the rifle? I'm leaning towards something like a Ruger Compact with my idea of a build. 16.5-18" feather weight barrel, with a nice trim laminate stock and about 12-13" LOP.
15 January 2010, 18:36
Prewar70
It has a 24" barrel but I haven't measured the overall length. It's light and slim, and feels like it will be a joy to carry.
21 January 2010, 18:18
GUNNR
Taylorce1,
Please do yourself a favor and use a 1-10' twist. Then you can shoot all 100gr bullets.
In my 700 Classic I tried RL17 and 100 Hor.with great velocity and grouping (over 3100).
21 January 2010, 21:27
ledvm
You better sell me that old Hornet to foot the bill!!! Wink


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21 January 2010, 22:09
taylorce1
quote:
Originally posted by GUNNR:
Taylorce1,
Please do yourself a favor and use a 1-10' twist. Then you can shoot all 100gr bullets.
In my 700 Classic I tried RL17 and 100 Hor.with great velocity and grouping (over 3100).


I would use a 1:10 barrel but I have the 1:14 already. Besides I have a .25-06 with a 1:10 26" barrel if I want to go 100+ grains anyway. I want a nice compact rifle with around a 16.5" barrel so I doubt I could get 3100 fps anyway.