What would your .308 dream rifle be?

[theshrekster]

Time to dream a little, or maybe a lot. What would be your dream .308 target rifle be?

I particularly like the tactical style rifles such as Steyr Mannlicher SSG08, Unique Alpine and Accuracy International stuff, but let's hear what people have to say......

[meles meles]

I'd like a Keltec RFB Target model (short barrel carbine shown below):





"RFB stands for Rifle, Forward-ejecting Bullpup. Why forward-ejecting? Because it allows the RFB to be the first truly ambidextrous 7.62 NATO Bullpup ever developed. The patented, dual-extractor system maintains control of the case from the moment it leaves the magazine and upon firing, pulls the fired case from the chamber and lifts them to push them into an ejection chute above the barrel, where they exit. The Bullpup configuration and tilting-block mechanism allow the 18" model to be only 26.1" long, or as much as 14" shorter in overall length than its competitors with equal barrel lengths. Furthermore, the stock and mechanism cross-section is similar to a conventional rifle, in stark contrast to existing Bullpup rifles. The RFB is also the safest Bullpup ever developed because the breech is separated from the shooters face by two layers of 1.6 mm steel. In the highly unlikely event of a case rupture, gas expansion is directed downwards through the magazine well to protect the shooters head and face.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Weight unloaded (no magazine): 11.3 lbs
Length: 40"
Barrel length: 32"
Magazine: 10 or 20 FAL
Practical range: 1200m

The RFB is a short-stroke gas piston operated semi-automatic rifle in 7.62 mm NATO caliber. It accepts standard metric FAL type magazines which work "drop free" and do not need to be tilted in. One 20 round magazine is included*. Barrels on current models are 18" long, with a chrome lined bore and chamber. The muzzle is threaded 5/8x24 TPI and comes equipped with our A2-style Flash Hider*. Longer barrel lengths of 24", 26" and 32" will be available in the future. All controls are fully ambidextrous; the reciprocating operating handle can be switched to either side. The trigger mechanism is second to no other Bullpup ever built and better than nearly all commercial semi-auto rifles. The safety disconnects the trigger and blocks the hammer action. A Mil-Spec Picatinny rail is attached rigidly to the barrel. No open sights are provided, allowing the user to select from the very best new optics and sight systems available. The RFB comes with a two point sling that can be easily configured to suit the user's preference. Available accessories include a free-floating, four-sided Picatinny forend, bipod mounts, a removable bayonet lug for use with NATO style bayonets including our own Folding Bayonet, and many more."

[ovenpaa]

My dream '.308' is my 7,62x51 AI/AE - countless thousands of rounds through it, looking slightly ratty these days and still going well.

[saddler]

...and I've shaken the hand of the chap standing behind it (He attended a sniper symposium at the Royal Armouries a few years back)

[Marko]

SAKO TRG

[tikkathreebarrels]

Hmm. One .308?

Okay, here goes.

Nesika Bay action chambered for .308 Ackley
Switch barrel set up: short stalker weight barrel rifling twist optimised for 150 grainers and long/heavy barrel - something like a Palma set-up? - set up for minimum 600 yards.
Switch stock: McMillan stock for stalking, Humongous fancy ply benchrest stock for the other option.

Plus 6 weeks off work to test this little lot and decide which of the two identities I'd actually use the most.

[tackb]

...and I've shaken the hand of the chap standing behind it (He attended a sniper symposium at the Royal Armouries a few years back)

i spent over an hour chatting to chuck at the riflecraft open day , he is an incredible nice guy!

[dromia]

My .308" dream rifle would be in .303".

[tackb]

this with a leupold M3 on ? http://www.chernicoff.com/pictures/socom16.jpg

or in this country my 308 just as is but with a new 22" fluted barrel (pillar bedded blueprinted rem action in a mcmillan A5 with a 20" heavy barrel and the badger ordnance DM floorplate and a jewel trigger)

[Sim G]

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