FLO visit and looking good for a 7.62 :)

[JonC]

Finally had the FLO vsit and hes happy with the 7.62/.308 variation :flag5: (was renewing at the same time). So I now need to do some more rifle research, basically looking to shoot FT/R on a modest budget. I have been looking at guntrader for remmy 700s, but most listed there are new. Any suggestions on other places to look, and makes models to look for? Have seen a nice Steyr SSG on guntrader that looks like an option, but not turning up that many second hand setups. Savage F T/R also looks good, but I havent turned many up in my searches.

Other problem is going to be the optics. What do people normally strap on the top of a starter FT/R rifle?


3rd edit.. Any shops that a worth a visit in the south east? Heading to Bisley on Saturday so will give faultons the usual once over.
Cheers

Jon

[kennyc]

Finally had the FLO vsit and hes happy with the 7.62/.308 variation :flag5: (was renewing at the same time). So I now need to do some more rifle research, basically looking to shoot FT/R on a modest budget. I have been looking at guntrader for remmy 700s, but most listed there are new. Any suggestions on other places to look, and makes models to look for? Have seen a nice Steyr SSG on guntrader that looks like an option, but not turning up that many second hand setups. Savage F T/R also looks good, but I havent turned many up in my searches.

Other problem is going to be the optics. What do people normally strap on the top of a starter FT/R rifle?


3rd edit.. Any shops that a worth a visit in the south east? Heading to Bisley on Saturday so will give faultons the usual once over.
Cheers

Jon

22/23rd is a good weekend to visit as there are trade stands there for the Trafalgar weekend

[ovenpaa]

Congratulations on getting the 7,62/.308 slot in principle.

Heh! It is always fun to spend someone else's money. I saw this the other day, single shot is good for F/TR and he would probably drop on price. Add a bipod, rings and scope and you have a lovely rifle, of course you may decide it needs a heavier barrel. Hmmm... it is getting pricey now. Do you have a budget in mind?

http://www.full-bore.co.uk/viewtopic.ph ... nal#p45743

[dodgyrog]

Finally had the FLO vsit and hes happy with the 7.62/.308 variation :flag5: (was renewing at the same time). So I now need to do some more rifle research, basically looking to shoot FT/R on a modest budget. I have been looking at guntrader for remmy 700s, but most listed there are new. Any suggestions on other places to look, and makes models to look for? Have seen a nice Steyr SSG on guntrader that looks like an option, but not turning up that many second hand setups. Savage F T/R also looks good, but I havent turned many up in my searches.

Other problem is going to be the optics. What do people normally strap on the top of a starter FT/R rifle?


3rd edit.. Any shops that a worth a visit in the south east? Heading to Bisley on Saturday so will give faultons the usual once over.
Cheers

Jon

22/23rd is a good weekend to visit as there are trade stands there for the Trafalgar weekend

Well done on the 308.
I have a stand along with Dromia from this site at the Trafalgar - look for us in the Pavilion. My table will be groaning under the weight of cast boolits.

[Mike357]

As for optics, you'll not ho far wrong with one of Brian Fox's £115 Chinese scope. Great value for money and will get you on Target for several years. Already used by several league shooters.

[JonC]

Cheers for the info, going to keep an eye open and see what is around. Just waiting for the cert to turn up.