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- 20 Jan 2014, 14:44
- Forum: FN Bolt Action Rifles
- Topic: 5.7x28 bolt action
- Replies: 99
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Re: 5.7x28 bolt action
Still enjoying this little rifle, not getting a ton of range time, but enough to keep from going nuts.
- 20 Jan 2014, 14:33
- Forum: Lounge
- Topic: Lone Survivor?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 10072
Re: Lone Survivor?
I was concerned that this one wouldn't be good, but pretty much everybody has said its great. Looks like we'll have to go catch it in the theater.
- 27 Jul 2010, 01:54
- Forum: FN Bolt Action Rifles
- Topic: 5.7x28 bolt action
- Replies: 99
- Views: 4325607
Re: 5.7x28 bolt action
OK, I got back to the range for some chrono work. I haven't been able to figure out a magazine, yet. Every time I get close, it looks like I can't do it without cutting into the bottom of the receiver. One more try before I commit that fully. I only have ss195, 197, and 192 at my disposal to test. I...
- 07 Jul 2010, 08:56
- Forum: FN Bolt Action Rifles
- Topic: 5.7x28 bolt action
- Replies: 99
- Views: 4325607
Re: 5.7x28 bolt action
The barrel does not have to cost that much. Fluting adds $150, threading for the brake was $70, stainless adds some cost too. I think the basic barrel could have been had for closer to $250. The project could be done for much less money, the original SPS-V stock would have worked just fine.
- 07 Jul 2010, 01:08
- Forum: FN Bolt Action Rifles
- Topic: 5.7x28 bolt action
- Replies: 99
- Views: 4325607
Re: 5.7x28 bolt action
Do you have an aproximate total of what you spent? Also contact info for your smith? If I could simply buy a finished gun instead of having one built that would be better of course. I still think I can come up with a magazine well adapter for this that would take FiveSeven mags. Required stuff: Gun...
- 06 Jul 2010, 23:54
- Forum: FN Bolt Action Rifles
- Topic: 5.7x28 bolt action
- Replies: 99
- Views: 4325607
Re: 5.7x28 bolt action
The gun was built by well-known gunsmith Lee Baker. He's been in the game for a long time, and is a very talented and skilled man. Its an honor to own a gun he built. I'm actually bummed I didn't have him build a brake, since thats the only part I know of that he actually puts his name on. The HS Pr...
- 06 Jul 2010, 22:33
- Forum: FN Bolt Action Rifles
- Topic: 5.7x28 bolt action
- Replies: 99
- Views: 4325607
Re: 5.7x28 bolt action
http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a62/242brick/rifle/70214.jpg Well, its finally done, I got the rifle back on Friday, and fortunately got to head right to the range. After a few shots, I got her pretty quickly sighted in at 50 yards with factory 40 grain V-Max. I moved out to 100 yards, and things ...
- 14 Jun 2010, 20:39
- Forum: FN Bolt Action Rifles
- Topic: 5.7x28 bolt action
- Replies: 99
- Views: 4325607
Re: 5.7x28 bolt action
So how much is this little project gonna cost all said and done? I'm trying to not think about that! :lmao: Honestly, I've traded and sold so many parts it will be hard to figure out total cost. Once the gunsmith gives me a bill, I'll try to put a dollar value on it. I will own the reamer and gauge...
- 13 Jun 2010, 22:01
- Forum: FN Bolt Action Rifles
- Topic: 5.7x28 bolt action
- Replies: 99
- Views: 4325607
Re: 5.7x28 bolt action
Its a brand new Remington 700, that was chambered in 17 Fireball, but only fired at the factory. I got it for a great price, cheaper than I could find anything used locally. It is the SPS-V, so I sold off the stock and made some money to put toward the all black HS Percision with full aluminum block...
- 13 Jun 2010, 12:44
- Forum: FN Bolt Action Rifles
- Topic: 5.7x28 bolt action
- Replies: 99
- Views: 4325607
Re: 5.7x28 bolt action
I'll share any info I can provide. I'm also more than happy to loan out my reamer and headspace gauges once the gunsmith is done with them. I was also thinking about trying to adapt fiveseven mags, we'll see once the action is barreled and the H-S Percision stock.
- 13 Jun 2010, 01:14
- Forum: FN Bolt Action Rifles
- Topic: 5.7x28 bolt action
- Replies: 99
- Views: 4325607
Re: 5.7x28 bolt action
I agree about the pics, but I felt it more important to get the barrel in his hands before he closed for the day. I went straight from UPS to his shop, and just beat his closing time (he has crazy hours 6am-2ish). Tons of pics to follow when the thing is finally done.
- 12 Jun 2010, 19:57
- Forum: FN Bolt Action Rifles
- Topic: 5.7x28 bolt action
- Replies: 99
- Views: 4325607
Re: 5.7x28 bolt action
Well, the barrel arrived on Wednesday, and the whole box of parts is at the gunsmith now. Its his busy season, so I'm not too optimistic about getting the finished gun back soon. However, the barrel looked absolutely awesome. I'll definately be picking up another Krieger, if the barrel prints half a...
- 07 Feb 2010, 12:16
- Forum: FN Bolt Action Rifles
- Topic: 5.7x28 bolt action
- Replies: 99
- Views: 4325607
Re: 5.7x28 bolt action
Keep us posted! Out of curiosity, what did you specify for the barrel? Twist? Chamber specs? I went nuts. Its a Krieger in the Remington varmint profile, 20", fluted, threaded for 1/2x28 break, 1:14 twist, with no chamber. My smith will do all the chambering, one the barrel arrives, some time after...
- 06 Feb 2010, 22:52
- Forum: FN Bolt Action Rifles
- Topic: 5.7x28 bolt action
- Replies: 99
- Views: 4325607
Re: 5.7x28 bolt action
Update. Sorry for the delay guys, I was holding out for FNH to step up and sell one, but another SHOT come and gone with no love. So, I ordered my barrel, reamer, gauges, and stock this week. The action goes to the smith this week for blueprinting and bolt conversion. Unfortunately, the barrel lead ...
- 13 Oct 2009, 20:53
- Forum: FiveseveN handguns
- Topic: Five-Seven Throwing Brass
- Replies: 35
- Views: 19861
Re: Five-Seven Throwing Brass
In the rifle world, the Mini-14 is the undisputed champ. Before changing out the gas bushing mine could eject brass 25 feet plus straight out.
- 06 Jul 2009, 01:12
- Forum: PS90 & Other 5.7x28mm Rifles
- Topic: Linear Compensator (Levang) on AR-57
- Replies: 10
- Views: 11139
Re: Linear Compensator (Levang) on AR-57
I have Levang comps on all my ARs and my AR57. I really think its a great product, and the AR57 is very comfortable to shoot sound wise.
- 25 Jan 2009, 21:28
- Forum: PS90 & Other 5.7x28mm Rifles
- Topic: Remington 700 in 5.7x28
- Replies: 4
- Views: 6540
Re: Remington 700 in 5.7x28
I'm working on it. I got a brand new 700 SPS-V in .17 Fireball for a donor (I made a great trade with my local gun shop for the 17, I should be able to sell off the V stock and heavy barrel to help fund the build, plus I got the SPS rebate from Remington). I just need to make some more extra cash to...
- 03 Jan 2009, 21:33
- Forum: PS90 & Other 5.7x28mm Rifles
- Topic: 5.7x28FN Snake Charmer!
- Replies: 11
- Views: 10314
Re: 5.7x28FN Snake Charmer!
Thank you for all of the great info. I am moving forward on my own 5.7x28 project, and your help is a great asset. Please keep us updated.
- 01 Jan 2009, 22:39
- Forum: PS90 & Other 5.7x28mm Rifles
- Topic: 5.7x28FN Snake Charmer!
- Replies: 11
- Views: 10314
Re: 5.7x28FN Snake Charmer!
That sir is awesome. For my current project, I need to pick your brain. What is the twist rate of the barrel? What loadings do you intend to run through the rifel. Do you think 20" is taking full advantage fps wise, or could a little more barrel add up to some more velocity?
- 27 Dec 2008, 11:51
- Forum: Accessories For Sale
- Topic: 10 round PS90 mag SOLD
- Replies: 3
- Views: 5069
Re: 10 round PS90 mag
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- 24 Dec 2008, 21:37
- Forum: Accessories For Sale
- Topic: 10 round PS90 mag SOLD
- Replies: 3
- Views: 5069
10 round PS90 mag SOLD
I have a NIB 10 round PS90 mag, that I came across and don't really need. I do need some 50 round ones though. So, maybe we could work out a trade, I also have some black windowless 30 round PMags to throw in for a good deal. I will take $50 shipped for the 10 rounder. SOLD
- 05 Dec 2008, 22:00
- Forum: FN Bolt Action Rifles
- Topic: 5.7x28 bolt action
- Replies: 99
- Views: 4325607
Re: 5.7x28 bolt action
I can understand liking to play with rifles but if you already have a 77/22 in 22 Horney why spend all that money and time to basically duplicate the same ballistics of the Hornet while making it harder and more expensive to get ammo and brass? Kind of sounds like an excersize if futility or an ans...
- 23 Nov 2008, 23:05
- Forum: FN Bolt Action Rifles
- Topic: 5.7x28 bolt action
- Replies: 99
- Views: 4325607
Re: 5.7x28 bolt action
OK, I talked to my gunsmith, and I think I've got it figured out. He dislikes working those custom bolts into a rifle when he can more simply machine, bush, and fit the original bolt. On the barrel front, he wants to use any 700 barrel bored and rifled for .224, then he will chamber it for 5.7. I'll...
- 04 Nov 2008, 22:44
- Forum: FN Bolt Action Rifles
- Topic: 5.7x28 bolt action
- Replies: 99
- Views: 4325607
Re: 5.7x28 bolt action
Well I was thinking that the magazine block for the 17 fireball would be a good start to making it feed well, another follower might be a better fit diameter wise if cut down to the 17 block.
- 04 Nov 2008, 21:54
- Forum: FN Bolt Action Rifles
- Topic: 5.7x28 bolt action
- Replies: 99
- Views: 4325607
Re: 5.7x28 bolt action
Let us know if you do. A custom follower wouldn't be that hard to fab up. You'll want to get the rest assembled and get a mag of something that is as physically close to the 5.7 as possible, primarily in case width, take the factory follower, fill it with epoxy then use a dremel or small grinder to...
- 04 Nov 2008, 21:52
- Forum: FN Bolt Action Rifles
- Topic: 5.7x28 bolt action
- Replies: 99
- Views: 4325607
Re: 5.7x28 bolt action
My point of view, Why not just get a .223? Same projectile, more powder. I understand the purpose of the 5.7x28 as a PDW and pistol round, but if you are going with bolt action, why bother? If you really want to get creative get a license to make a full auto Five Seven. Then find out how many 30 ro...
- 02 Nov 2008, 13:34
- Forum: FN Bolt Action Rifles
- Topic: 5.7x28 bolt action
- Replies: 99
- Views: 4325607
Re: 5.7x28 bolt action
Well hell, I didn't see the bolt there. That looks like my biggest concern isn't really an issue after all. So any short action plus the barrel and bolt, plus my gunsmith equals a functional 5.7x28 bolt action? If so, I think I'll dive in and get it built. I think I can work out the magazine thing w...
- 01 Nov 2008, 19:56
- Forum: FN Bolt Action Rifles
- Topic: 5.7x28 bolt action
- Replies: 99
- Views: 4325607
5.7x28 bolt action
We all have seen that FN announced they would bring out a bolt rifle in the 5.7x28 chambering. Its been over two years since they announced the rifle, I wonder if you all think it will ever come. Now, Brownells is offering a Shilen barrel for the Remington 700 action. I am a big fan of the 700, and ...