Opinions needed for next rifle

[dtbighit]

So I hope not to start a big debate......I am looking to move out of the .308 game and wanting to get a .260 or 6.5...I do hand load so I know some of you will say .260 however my dilemma is do I buy a .308 and barrel swap for 6.5 Creedmoor or buy a platform ready to go? My budget will be around 1500-2000 any ideas seems it's hard to find these calibers except for Savage.......any thoughts and thanks in advance

[NoahSki]

Any particular reason for the specified calibers? Is this going to be for hunting or target shooting? Long range?

[denphillips2]

If you reload and are looking at that Clas of 6.5s, I would look at the 6.5x47 Lapua also. Great little 6.5mm.

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[cardman]

I am in the process of something similar. I bought a 7 mm-08 Savage rifle, plan getting rid of the stock and barrel.
Going to chamber in 6.5 and add a chassis like XLR's. Just my preference to go that route. my plan is long range target shooting.

[dtbighit]

Sorry I didnt clarify this would be for targets only I'm looking for flat and a higher bc than .308 but with decent availability as far as reloading goes

[dtbighit]

We are in the same boat we will have to keep each other posted as to what route we take, sorry directed at caveman I'm trying to use my tablet and I suck at using this thing....apologies

[XC700116]

Ruger RPR in 6.5 creed or 243. Then if you want more from it get ahold of Josh Kunz from patriot valley arms and get it re-barreled in a caliber of your choice. Even with a rebarrelling, you'll still spend less than 2k and have one hell of a good all around package.

[Grant H.]

I have shot quite a bit of 6.5x47 Lapua, and it is a great little round.

Working up a load, and out of a DTA (so quality rifle and barrel), I managed to shoot the best group of my life at 800. 5 shots that are all touching...

[Spdu4ia]

Why not build a savage but I agree with the previous... Ruger pr is hard to beat

[denphillips2]

I have an extra 6.5 Brux interrupted flute barrel. Heavy Palma. If you are looking to build.

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