* KP-15 WWSD-mod lower.
* KEArms KP-15 LPK, 45/90 ambi selector (setup for 45 and left handed)
* KEArms TiN milispec trigger. (temporary until I decide what trigger I want)
* PDQ lever (mostly for completeness sake; the standard AR bolt catch is set up fine for left handed use)
* Aero Precision NFA upper, UPK
* Proof Research 20" 6.5 Grendel barrel
* Faxon 17" CF handguard
* Titanium .875" gas block, brand forgotten
* V7 Titanium micro brake
* JP 6.5G Enhanced bolt and carrier
* Leupold Mark AR 30mm scope mount
* Primary Arms 4-14x44FFP, ACSS-R-GRID 2B reticle (until I can save up for a really nice optic)
7lbs 13.5 oz with optic.
Took it to a local indoor range today for a basic function check and to make sure the optic was at least vaguely on paper. It feels very nice in the hand.
J_Von_Random Wrote:* KP-15 WWSD-mod lower.
* KEArms KP-15 LPK, 45/90 ambi selector (setup for 45 and left handed)
* KEArms TiN milispec trigger. (temporary until I decide what trigger I want)
* PDQ lever (mostly for completeness sake; the standard AR bolt catch is set up fine for left handed use)
* Aero Precision NFA upper, UPK
* Proof Research 20" 6.5 Grendel barrel
* Faxon 17" CF handguard
* Titanium .875" gas block, brand forgotten
* V7 Titanium micro brake
* JP 6.5G Enhanced bolt and carrier
* Leupold Mark AR 30mm scope mount
* Primary Arms 4-14x44FFP, ACSS-R-GRID 2B reticle (until I can save up for a really nice optic)
7lbs 13.5 oz with optic.
Took it to a local indoor range today for a basic function check and to make sure the optic was at least vaguely on paper. It feels very nice in the hand.
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I just got my first 6.5 Grendel complete upper yesterday. It has an M4 profile barrel. I borrowed a complete lower and a Scope, Vortex Strike Eagle 1-8, from another carbine so I could take it to the range today. I fired 1 shot at 100 and I was on the edge of the target. I dialed some windage and shot two 3 shot groups, both 7/8" with Nosler factory 120 grain BT ammo. I said all that to ask, do I need to get a scope configured like yours to wring out the 6.5 Grendel. I have acess to a 1000 yard bench rest range.
Very nice build. I have a 20" Proof barrel too. All SS though, and I love it. You beat me on weight...mine is just over 10 lbs...and I think your CF handguard and barrel and no bipod is the difference.
Stonegables Wrote:I just got my first 6.5 Grendel complete upper yesterday. It has an M4 profile barrel. I borrowed a complete lower and a Scope, Vortex Strike Eagle 1-8, from another carbine so I could take it to the range today. I fired 1 shot at 100 and I was on the edge of the target. I dialed some windage and shot two 3 shot groups, both 7/8" with Nosler factory 120 grain BT ammo. I said all that to ask, do I need to get a scope configured like yours to wring out the 6.5 Grendel. I have acess to a 1000 yard bench rest range.
If you want to shoot to 1000 yards you should check to see if the scope will have enough elevation adjustment. I shoot at 450 above sea level and need a 20 MOA mount to get enough elevation with out having to use hold over with the scope reticle to get hits at 1000 yards. If your at higher elevation you might not need a canted mount. Many scopes have about 70 MOA of travel so approximately 35 MOA of upward adjustment. With a 20 MOA mount I get 55 MOA of adjustment which is enough to shoot from sea level to 1000 yards.
I know the distances where I shoot and like second focal plane scopes but it boils down to personal preference. The higher quality glass usually requires less magnification but the amount of magnification might be determined the the size and color of your target at distance. When I was shooting in Wyoming at 7200 ASL the air is much clearer than at 450 ASL and I might not need as much magnification at high altitude as I would use at sea level.
VASCAR2 Wrote:If you want to shoot to 1000 yards you should check to see if the scope will have enough elevation adjustment. I shoot at 450 above sea level and need a 20 MOA mount to get enough elevation with out having to use hold over with the scope reticle to get hits at 1000 yards. If your at higher elevation you might not need a canted mount. Many scopes have about 70 MOA of travel so approximately 35 MOA of upward adjustment. With a 20 MOA mount I get 55 MOA of adjustment which is enough to shoot from sea level to 1000 yards.
I know the distances where I shoot and like second focal plane scopes but it boils down to personal preference. The higher quality glass usually requires less magnification but the amount of magnification might be determined the the size and color of your target at distance. When I was shooting in Wyoming at 7200 ASL the air is much clearer than at 450 ASL and I might not need as much magnification at high altitude as I would use at sea level.
Understood. The 1-8 scope is just a place holder concerning 1000 yards. What is your idea of a scope for a 16" 6.5 Grendel for all around shoooting out to 1000 yards? Weight and cost, not much more than $500, are prime considerations. I will not be shooting competition. I can get by without illumination and zero stop. I am thinking a 4-14 x 44 or 4-16 x 44. I am also at about 450' ASL. I want a reticle similar to the NF SHV MOAR.
10-26-2022, 11:19 PM (This post was last modified: 10-26-2022, 11:35 PM by VASCAR2.)
I have a Vortex Viper 6.5-20x50 AO mildot on my 20 Shilen with 20 MOA Aadmount which does pretty well. I also have a Vortex Diamondback HP 4-16x42 AO in a Warne Skel 20 MOA mount on my Group Buy 18 6.5 Grendel. I think a second focal plane 4-16 scope with an adjustable objective is a good size and weight for a general purpose 6.5 Grendel. Vortex dropped the Diamondback HP series but they still sell the Viper which are also manufactured in the Philippines. Primary Arms scopes, Athalon, SWFA and Swampfox get good reviews. I say see which scopes have the features you like at the price you can afford.
I have a Vortex Viper HST 4-16x44 AO with Target turrets with a VMR-MOA reticle in a 30 MOA Dip mount on my Cz527 6.5 Grendel. The Viper HST can be found on sale for around $500 Dollars. A Friend bought a refurbished Vortex Viper HS 4-16x50 with dead hold reticle. I prefer the VMR MOA or VMR MRAD reticle over the Dead hold and the HS only has 50 MOA of vertical adjustment. I thought the Viper HS made a dandy hunting scope and my friend mounted his Viper HS on a 6.5 Creedmoor bolt action.
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