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by turbobrick
20 Jan 2014, 14:44
Forum: FN Bolt Action Rifles
Topic: 5.7x28 bolt action
Replies: 99
Views: 4325607

Re: 5.7x28 bolt action

Still enjoying this little rifle, not getting a ton of range time, but enough to keep from going nuts.
by turbobrick
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.
by turbobrick
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...
by turbobrick
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.
by turbobrick
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...
by turbobrick
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...
by turbobrick
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 ...
by turbobrick
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...
by turbobrick
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...
by turbobrick
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.
by turbobrick
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.
by turbobrick
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...
by turbobrick
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...
by turbobrick
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 ...
by turbobrick
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.
by turbobrick
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.
by turbobrick
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...
by turbobrick
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.
by turbobrick
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?
by turbobrick
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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by turbobrick
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
by turbobrick
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...
by turbobrick
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...
by turbobrick
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.
by turbobrick
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...
by turbobrick
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...
by turbobrick
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...
by turbobrick
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 ...