New Montana X3 in 300 WSM

• Sep 21, 2018

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NYDAN

Handloader

Sep 17, 2013

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I finally have my new Montana Rifle Company X3 in 300 WSM. Yesterday I mounted the bases, rings, and scope. I really like the looks of the S&K SKulptured bases and matching rings. Both rings have windage adjustability. I was able to bore sight the windage using the rings adjustments. I don't have an issue with the bottom metal color.





It looks like I could use Nosler factory ammo for elk hunting. The 180 gr. AB gave me a .8" group and the 190 gr. ABLR gave me a .97" group.





The trigger is really sweet. I have it adjusted down to about 3 lbs. I don't feel any movement when I squeeze it. It just breaks clean.

Color me happy.

Dan

 

• Sep 21, 2018

• #2

DrMike

Ballistician

Nov 8, 2006

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Either of those groups will hunt, Dan. Good to see that you have the rifle in your hands. Looks as if you are set for the season.

 

• Sep 21, 2018

• #3

truck driver

Ammo Smith

Mar 11, 2013

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Good shooting and nice looking Rifle.

 

• Sep 21, 2018

• #4

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ShadeTree

Handloader

Mar 6, 2017

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That's a good looking gun and shoots good also with a hammer load. But someone had it backwards in the vice when they put it together...…..the bolt is on the wrong side??? :lol:

 

• Sep 21, 2018

• #5

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Anonymous

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Outstanding! You're going to love hunting with that rifle!

 

• Sep 22, 2018

• #6

JD338

Range Officer

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Nov 4, 2004

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Dan,

Congratulations on your Montana Rifle. Very sharp looking set up. Looks like she is a shooter and I would guess that it will only get better when you tune your own handloads.

JD338

 

• Sep 22, 2018

• #7

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gbflyer

Handloader

Mar 28, 2017

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Very nice. And the handle is on the correct side also!

 

• Sep 22, 2018

• #8

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SJB358

Ballistician

Dec 24, 2006

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That’s a great rifle Dan. I like the new X3’s. I think they’ve done a great job lightening them up as well. Great triggers as well from the few I’ve handled. They make a sweetheart in 6.5x284 that calls me a little.

That 190 ABLR load might be some kinda killer. My God, sleek and pretty tough. I know Guy always says to buy a case, but I’d probably just call Nosler and get their recipe and try to copy it.