08-05-2011, 10:53 PM
Hey guys, I'm looking for suggestions/recommendations/advice about a 6.5 Grendel upper.
First, some background: I recently bought an AR-15 in 6.8 SPC. A few hours later, I came across info about the 6.5 Grendel and thought "That's what I should have bought!" The main purpose (for now) of my rifle is hunting deer, hogs, and the like at 300 meters or less. The 6.8 SPC will satisfy that. Eventually I would like something I can take out to 500-600 meters, even 800 meters if possible. I came across a lot of info about the 6.8 SPC; not so much for the Grendel.
I have a few questions that I hope you guys can answer:
Thanks,
-Baron
First, some background: I recently bought an AR-15 in 6.8 SPC. A few hours later, I came across info about the 6.5 Grendel and thought "That's what I should have bought!" The main purpose (for now) of my rifle is hunting deer, hogs, and the like at 300 meters or less. The 6.8 SPC will satisfy that. Eventually I would like something I can take out to 500-600 meters, even 800 meters if possible. I came across a lot of info about the 6.8 SPC; not so much for the Grendel.
I have a few questions that I hope you guys can answer:
- The optimum setup for a 6.8 is a 16" barrel, mid length gas system, 1:11 twist. What's the optimum for a Grendel?
- Can I convert my rifle to 6.5 Grendel just by switching out the upper receiver?
- Who makes/where can I get an "optimum" upper to suit my hunting wants/needs (500-600 m, possibly 800 m)?
- What is the best ammo for target shooting?
- What is the best ammo for hunting?
- What can I effectively hunt with the Grendel? (Elk? Bison? Bear? Moose?)
Thanks,
-Baron