Howa 1500 mini in 6.5 Grendel w/Athlon Argos 8-34x56 BTR

[rmantoo]

Now I gotta go find that thread dangit. Searching for a thread on here is a sketchy task.

i just google 'texasguntalk.com' then what I'm looking for. TGT and snipershide are both a challenge for me to ever find what I'm looking for with their built in search bars.

 

[Vaquero]

I don't think you'll beat the field and streams reloading bullet selection anywhere outside the www.
A solid freaking wall of projectiles. And some drool on the floor.

 

[robertc1024]

Enjoy: https://www.texasguntalk.com/threads/need-help-picking-a-caliber-for-my-hunting-ar-build.83155/

 

[gshayd]

Nice review on the rifle. I gave a Howa 6.5 Creedmore to a friend's son as a graduation gift. That range sounds like a deal. Wish we had a local one like that.

 

[rmantoo]

Nice review on the rifle. I gave a Howa 6.5 Creedmore to a friend's son as a graduation gift. That range sounds like a deal. Wish we had a local one like that.

Thank you.

This place has absolutely spoiled me. It's very well laid out and continuously improving, it's inexpensive, and there are a TON of good people who are members. If we ever move away from here, I don't think I'm likely to come close to recreating this experience without spending a LOT of money.

 

[mad88minute]

Very good to hear your positive review of the Howa mini. I recently picked up a 6.5 Grendel mini action 20" barreled action from Brownells.
I've been looking into stocks, debating between a Boyd's, or MDT chassis.


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[rmantoo]

Very good to hear your positive review of the Howa mini. I recently picked up a 6.5 Grendel mini action 20" barreled action from Brownells.
I've been looking into stocks, debating between a Boyd's, or MDT chassis.


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I really like the MDT. I've spent a little time behind several versions, in several actions and calibers. Very nice, imho.

Pricey, but as they say, buy once, cry when SWMBO finds out.

However, for general plinking/target/hunting fun, I'm very impressed with the Boyds. I think this one is the "Pro varmint." For the money (less than $200 if I've got the right stock) there's no way I'd drop $400 for the MDT UNLESS/MAYBE i was planning on competing with this particular rifle. Maybe.

Other reason would be if I just wanted the coolest looking rig possible- which I've been known to do...but on this one, for what I'm going to use it for, I think I'll stick with the Boyds.

Be sure to post a build thread and range report when you get 'er done... and drop a note here in this thread so I don't miss it, please. Very interested in your experience and results.

 

[Stick_Shift]

You got a great deal on that.

 

[mad88minute]

I have a mcree precision stock on my defiance/ lilja barreled 260. I've used that to compete, and really like it.

I would use the mini in the MDT as a lighter, probably less precision, more agile competition gun.

Things to consider......

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[gshayd]

I have three rifles in an MDT Chassis Rugers in 6mm Creedmore, 6.5mm Creedmore and .308. I really like these chassis.

 

[mad88minute]

I really like the MDT. I've spent a little time behind several versions, in several actions and calibers. Very nice, imho.

Pricey, but as they say, buy once, cry when SWMBO finds out.

However, for general plinking/target/hunting fun, I'm very impressed with the Boyds. I think this one is the "Pro varmint." For the money (less than $200 if I've got the right stock) there's no way I'd drop $400 for the MDT UNLESS/MAYBE i was planning on competing with this particular rifle. Maybe.

Other reason would be if I just wanted the coolest looking rig possible- which I've been known to do...but on this one, for what I'm going to use it for, I think I'll stick with the Boyds.

Be sure to post a build thread and range report when you get 'er done... and drop a note here in this thread so I don't miss it, please. Very interested in your experience and results.

I move slow. I just bought an MDT LSS chassis on black Friday discount.

40% off

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[robertc1024]

Dang. i thought this old thread was a for sale item. I'll go back to sleep now.

 

[mad88minute]

Dang. i thought this old thread was a for sale item. I'll go back to sleep now.

Sorry to wake you from your turkey coma.


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[mad88minute]

Finally got it pieced together.
Vortex diamondback 4-12x scope
Magpul MOE stock with 1/2 cheek riser.

I'll be finding out if she shoots next!

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