I am going to have a custom .300 RUM built primarily for sheep hunting. I have narrowed it down to Hill Country Rifles and Rifles, Inc. (which are both within driving distance from my house). I am looking for a super accurate and light weight rifle. I would like to your thoughts. Thanks, Vince

You should really take a look at Carolina Precision Rifles. John would do a great job at a very reasonable price.

Having just spent 2+ years waiting on a rebarrel job, I would call both HCR & RI and see if you can arrange a trip to meet w/ a/the smith. HCR has done 2 projects for me and I would/will use them again. RI gets good press. While on walk about, you might want to visit Tip Burns also.
I would stay away from LaVernia based on my experience.

I have both an HCR and RI rifle. They are both very accurate and well made. My experience was essentially equal although the HCR cost less. I had my last sheep rifle made by Kevin Weaver at Weaver Rifles. I think I finally got exactly what I wanted, a light weight model 70 in 300 Win mag. He has a one man shop and does the work from beginning to end. He answers the phone when you call and generally meets his time estimates. I would recommend you look at his website if you're not set on a Texan!

Call the Remington Custom Shop. You'll save a bunch of bucks and have a rifle that will shoot sub-minute of angle all day long.

Either will build you a fine rifle, I have three of Lex's rifles, and had one accurized by Hill Country. All are good to go.

Vince,
Any interest in a synthetic stocked Empire Rifle in .300 RUM? Fluted 24" barrel, drop box magazine... I bought it here in the Classifieds a couple of years ago and have never shot it. Empire is out of business now but it is a very nice rifle and very well made. I own several HCR's and one of Kevin Weaver's rifles and this one will stand right there with them. PM me if you have any interest.

Thanks for the responses. As always, the AR folks are helpful and generous with their advice. I plan on visting both next week.

I would look at J. Earl Bridges for custom gun for sheep. You are in a place where you can drive to him as well. He used to work for HCR but now has his own shop. I just really think that his stock design is genius.

Sincerely,
Thomas

Carbon Custom in 300 RUM, 26" 6 pounds

http://www.christensenarms.com...ducts/carbon-custom/

J earl-----used to work at HCR. Look up his location and my prior post.