Alexandro Faria
AH enthusiast
Hello, my fellow gun nuts!
So quick question, I was wondering about action choice and I've hit a bit of a snag. There are 3 options here, all magnum actions:
1) MRC
2) CZ 550 (tuned)
3) Sako 85
All will be used to build a .375 H&H AI
The focus here is reliability, strength and accuracy... As one would expect.
Issue/Consideration 1
MRC has a bit of a hot and cold rep at present and I'm slightly worried about such, no one wants to be stuck with a custom rifle that behaves below par. This, coupled with the fact that they are pricey as hell in SA, worries me intensely.
Issue/Consideration 2
The CZ has a massive extractor claw and is tough as nails. With a bit of tuning I feel like it could be a class act and truly worth while, I just bloody hate the safety. It's also the cheapest option here, not that we go for cheap as you get what you pay for.
Issue/Consideration 3
Sako make great firearms, no doubt, but the lack of a serious extractor and almost push feed system leaves me pretty nervous. I don't know about their reliability or extractor strength and it's making me uneasy. I also don't know whether or not the detachable magazine is a good thing... I also despise the remington style safety.
If I'm off beat anywhere, please set me right, I like being wrong... Especially when it makes choices easier Any and all advice will be appreciated...
So quick question, I was wondering about action choice and I've hit a bit of a snag. There are 3 options here, all magnum actions:
1) MRC
2) CZ 550 (tuned)
3) Sako 85
All will be used to build a .375 H&H AI
The focus here is reliability, strength and accuracy... As one would expect.
Issue/Consideration 1
MRC has a bit of a hot and cold rep at present and I'm slightly worried about such, no one wants to be stuck with a custom rifle that behaves below par. This, coupled with the fact that they are pricey as hell in SA, worries me intensely.
Issue/Consideration 2
The CZ has a massive extractor claw and is tough as nails. With a bit of tuning I feel like it could be a class act and truly worth while, I just bloody hate the safety. It's also the cheapest option here, not that we go for cheap as you get what you pay for.
Issue/Consideration 3
Sako make great firearms, no doubt, but the lack of a serious extractor and almost push feed system leaves me pretty nervous. I don't know about their reliability or extractor strength and it's making me uneasy. I also don't know whether or not the detachable magazine is a good thing... I also despise the remington style safety.
If I'm off beat anywhere, please set me right, I like being wrong... Especially when it makes choices easier Any and all advice will be appreciated...