"Off the shelf" rifle for BR suggestions

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ah141nj

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Looking to jump into the BR world of competition in my local areas in NJ.

From what I understand my rifle, isnt too legal (Colt HBAR with 16" barrel) for my local fun meets.

In addition to my AR, the only other rifles I have are a semi custom 10/22 & a stock 77/22.

What would be an inexpensive, readily available, off the shelf rifle to get started in BR competitions? Not looking to custom make a $2000- $3500 rifle.

And, being a newbie...not sure what kind of matches are available in NJ. Some input on that subject would be great as well.

I only heard about winter BR at Central Jersey. Anywhere / anything else?

Thanks
 
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This year IBS is going to have an AR Class that your AR will fit into. I don't know if your local club will include the AR Class, maybe someone from NJ will let us know.
 
Look here:

http://www.international-benchrest.com/

and here:

http://nbrsa.org/

for some information on what goes on where.

On a minimum dollar investment approach...

As mentioned, you can get started in the IBS AR class if clubs in your area offer it.

It'll help if you have a front rest, a rear bag and the "bag rider" attachments for your forearm and buttstock. See this for the bag rider: http://www.6mmbr.com/gunweek090.html . I am NOT suggesting that front rest.

The 10 ring is about the side of a dime at 100 yards and a quarter at 200. If you don't have enough scope to see that clearly, you could look into a Weaver T-36 scope.

You should try to come up with some kind of solution for wind flags. At registered matches, it's possible you can read the wind from everyone else's flags. In practice, you'll need something. Even just surveyor's tape on a stick is better than nothing.

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Per two posts ago, I went a different route. I bought a used benchrest rifle for $1,600 with two barrels. It's been a gift that has kept on giving...or feeding my addiction, depending on how you look at it. I've done business with Bob White. He's a gentleman and honest as they come.

Greg J.
 
I just had a thought...

If IBS is having an AR class, I can just get a complete upper with a 20'' or larger barrel & mount a legal scope to use for match play. No?

Would'nt have the exhuberant expense of a BR bolt gun to begin with.

Wouldnt have to start reloading a different caliber.
Wouldnt have to get different dies.
I could still use my 223/5.56 brass, probably the same powders I have.

Anywhere I can see the IBS AR rules?

Found something
http://accurateshooter.wordpress.com/2010/01/29/ibs-approves-trial-ar-platform-benchrest-class/

Anyone in NJ or PA know about the IBS AR scheduled matches?
 
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You were invited to attend our Winter Benchrest matches at Central Jersey Rifle & Pistol Club. Bob White comes to these matches. Because of the recent weather I had to cancel the matches for Februrary. Our last two matches are the first & second weekend of March, 100yd & 200yd respectively. I previously sent you an e-mail with directions & time etc. the last time you ask this question.
You are still welcome to show up in March with what you have to shoot. Bob White also runs club matches during the summer at the Cherry Ridge Range. If you go to the IBS web page you will find the schedule for all the registered matches. If I can help any with anymore info you can call me.
732-286-3649

Dana Mattern
 
I remember Dana, and thanks for the invite.
I am still looking forward to it.
I am trying to get some insight for after your winter session.
My current AR is not suitable for regular BR matches from what I understand.

I think the IBS AR will be better suited for my current position.
Its a totally new classification & I am a total newb..so I am trying to gather as much info as I can.

By the way..my latest thread is not really the same question, it was more about choosing a rifle... But then it hit me. I have a rifle.;)
 
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Sinclair also sells a device that replaces the front sling swivel stud that allows a 3" flat bottom for use on front rests.
 
The Caldwell joystick rest is not only not in the same ball park, it's not in the same universe as the Farley, Shadetree, or Magnum Metal.

The big problem is that once you get it, you won't be able sell it when you realize how deficient it is.

The front bagrider block is just peachy, I'm guessing. It and the back bagrider thingie or an equivalent were what I was recommending.

You need something smooth and flat for the front and something that ride the bag back on the rear. E.g., If you have a sling swivel, it's going to cause erratic things to happen when you fire.
 
SGJennings said:
The Caldwell joystick rest is not only not in the same ball park, it's not in the same universe as the Farley, Shadetree, or Magnum Metal.

The big problem is that once you get it, you won't be able sell it when you realize how deficient it is.
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Steel bearings riding between white metal plates ain't exactly good engineering. Caldwell may have re-designed them but their first attempt was fugly.:(
It does have that Star Wars look though.:)
 
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