Ok guys i am an old shot gunner looking for a new game. I think f-class is for me. I have several rifles and i have some experience shooting them but zero competition experience with rifle.. I have a rem 700 action and i am thinking about a Mcmillan f-class stock. I need you guys to suggest what and how to set this rifle up. Cal, barrel, how far do i true out the action, those kind of things. Lee
Help me build an f-class rifle.
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Bill Ohio
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I suggest you use the search function.
Your question has been asked many times, on at least a few forums. The search tool, and the archives, are the place to start.
Here, and on 6mmbr.com, and on long-range.com, to name a few
Your question has been asked many times, on at least a few forums. The search tool, and the archives, are the place to start.
Here, and on 6mmbr.com, and on long-range.com, to name a few
First thing you need to decide, and no one can decide this one but you, is whether you want to go F/TR, or F/Open. Once you decide which path you want to travel, then certain options will follow. You can always try one, and change to the other at a later date. If you aren't sure at all, it might be a good idea to find an F-Class match, show up early, talk to folks and see if someone might let you get behind their rig when they finish a string and see what you think. You'll probably save some money that way 
Monte
Monte
While traveling I competed in F/TR with a borrowed rifle. A very accurate .308 but it was a vintage Dunlap (yes, actually stocked by Dunlap himself) highpower rifle, perfect for shooting slung up. Beautiful rifle. Shooting off a bipod and rear bag the form factor of the rifle did not suit me at all and I stunk up the place but then someone had to hold down last place.
So my primary advice is get a stock that is very adjustable and can be made to fit you. I wouldn't consider doing a rifle without a 3 way adjustable butt plate anymore. I definitely like the adjustable cheek pieces. My last rifle I had an accessory rail installed for versatility and am glad I did.
Bottom line is if the rifle cannot be made to comfortably fit you, you will find it difficult to shoot your best. Best advice, go hand around on a practice day at a match and try the feel of a few stocks.
So my primary advice is get a stock that is very adjustable and can be made to fit you. I wouldn't consider doing a rifle without a 3 way adjustable butt plate anymore. I definitely like the adjustable cheek pieces. My last rifle I had an accessory rail installed for versatility and am glad I did.
Bottom line is if the rifle cannot be made to comfortably fit you, you will find it difficult to shoot your best. Best advice, go hand around on a practice day at a match and try the feel of a few stocks.