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Thank you Sakojim, I have heard these rifles were of high quality and I like the way they look a lot more than the current models, I would love to find one in 6.5X55 but really any of the non-magnums would fit the bill for me. There are several magnums on gun broker/guns International, Im not a magnum fan and don't need one so I'll keep looking...casador. Forgot to mention that in my personal opinion for what it is worth, I believe that the quality and capability of these rifles is exceptional. The only drawback is the weight is a little much for a long pack. Sakojim.
I would love to find one in 6.5X55
Arnt the stocks on these rifles fiberglass composite? and they have a tendency to crack at the wrist? That worries me then, although a 308 or 270 should not cause that problem, I would think maybe some of the bigger magnums like 338, 300Weatherby, 300 Win. I have to admit that I don't know much about these rifles, other than I like the TRG type action. I have a TRG 22 and the action on the M995 is very similar and that is what attracted me to the M995, but this new revelation may keep me from getting one....Keep trying - mine is a tack driver. My son consistently shoots 3 shots touching or nearly touching at 200yds. However it took a little while to find the right load.
But as Sakojim says they are somewhat heavy to lug around the hills. They are also reputed to have a tendency to crack at the wrist. Mine did but it was only cosmetic, not structural, and easily fixed with a dremel and epoxy. We have also noticed that the barrel starts rusting quickly in damp conditions - not a biggie, just needs a clean every evening if out in the damp. David
casador. I have never had a m995 stock crack. After 100+ rounds from my 338 Lapua with no ill effects I have decided that the problem others have with these stocks is simply not making sure that the action attachment screws are checked often and kept tight. My son has had one in 308 Warbird for many years with no problems. The bottom line is keep the screws tight, keep it clean, well oiled and enjoy one of the finest rifles ever produced. The sooner you find the caliber that you want, the sooner you will begin to enjoy many years of precision shooting. One more bit of advice. Do NOT bed the stock. DO make sure that the barrel is free floating for best accuracy. Do Not use cheaper scope mounts. For the best that this rifle can give you I suggest the best of scope mounts which are Sako Optilocs. How about 16 inch groups at 900 yards with one in 7mm Rem Mag? I have a friend that enjoys consistently making a gong echo at that range. Wish I could. Sakojim.
I'm on the Eastern side, whitetail deer is the normal game I hunt. I only have access to a 500 yard range where I shoot, so a standard caliber will do well. I have always read that the 270 Win is a very good caliber affording a flatter trajectory than say an 06.Just curious as to why you are against magnums. Also curious what you will be using the rifle for. I know that because of the heavier weight of the m995 recoil is usually not an issue. Another factor that will add to your enjoyment is loading your own ammo for best results. As far as what should be a fair price for any given caliber is very difficult to pin down because of the popularity of different calibers for different areas of the country. Out west the preference is for magnums for longer range and hitting power on bigger game. The eastern areas would only require smaller calibers and so the values vary by area. In my personal opinion the value of all rifles are lower because very few rifles other than sought after calibers are being bid on at the GB auctions. May be it is a seasonal thing. I would think that 900 should bring you a rifle of excellent condition in that caliber. Occasionally new in the box examples sell for a little more. Sakojim.
McMillan replacement stocks were available then, but as I stated earlier mine was easily fixed with a dremel, epoxy filler and matt black spray paint. Hardly noticeable and has lasted 9 years so far. (EDIT Just remembered that a friend's 30-06, rebarreled in 280AI, that my son worked on last year had an identical crack in the wrist which we fixed, so that's 2 out of 2 that I have seen). Here is my repaired 6.5x55.I have owned a few M995/TRG(S), stocks are prone to cracking , I cracked the tip off mine using a bipod ....I would guess your stock was cracked before you got it as it does take some sort of blow to do them in