Alamo Precision Rifles: On the Range!!!!

[rookie11]

I really didnt think everyone would be beating this group up that bad.
Shots one through four were at about .65 moa. Plus like I said im sure it would have been better if I was on a sled.

I don't have any doubts that groups won't tighten. More trigger time, a more solid rest and the right load will prove that. Heck, I would like to see you try those same factory loads with a better rest just to see what she's capable of with them.

Good luck and please post some pics when you find what it really likes. I'm already planning a build with APR.

[sir shovelhands]

The Nosler box on the bench would indicate he was shooting Nosler 280 AI loaded with 140 g Accubonds

Ah thanks, I wasn't paying much attention. Just figured when he said factory he was shooting what they stock in 280 (non-AI) at walmart/academy: which is only core-lokt to my annoyance.

[Cajun Blake]

Color is Tungsten. And you would have to ask Robert what the contour is. I told him to go with what filled out the barrel channel the best in the McM. Maybe a No. 4? Rifle weighs 7.4 lb naked.

looks like a #4 fluted , possibly a #3 since it weighs 7.4 lbs

I have no doubt the rifle will shoot 1/2" or better

the bull bag rest and shooting bench are detracting from the accuracy

a more solid foundation (front and rear rest) make all the difference in the world


people also need to consider that you're forming new brass right now . Once the barrel is seasoned and brass formed to your chamber, groups will shrink

[bboswell]

Core-lokts I assume? They shoot garbage groups in my x-bolt 280, but I reload it to average under 1 MOA. Yours should perform much better with reloads.

The Nosler box on the bench would indicate he was shooting Nosler 280 AI loaded with 140 g Accubonds

[Shane]

Using a rear bag will probably tighten things up considerably. Nice looking rifle.

yep

[LWolken]

Using a rear bag will probably tighten things up considerably. Nice looking rifle.

[Texifornia]

Very nice, what's the barrel contour and color?

You McM guys are killing me. Want one but I've blown my budget for the year with two from APR and having just bought a CZ 452.

Color is Tungsten. And you would have to ask Robert what the contour is. I told him to go with what filled out the barrel channel the best in the McM. Maybe a No. 4? Rifle weighs 7.4 lb naked.

[Slick8]

Very nice, what's the barrel contour and color?

You McM guys are killing me. Want one but I've blown my budget for the year with two from APR and having just bought a CZ 452.

[Texifornia]

I really didnt think everyone would be beating this group up that bad.
Shots one through four were at about .65 moa. Plus like I said im sure it would have been better if I was on a sled.

[sir shovelhands]

I know this rifle is capable of 1/2 inch groups. The 1.75 is purely me (the shooter). I plan on reloading. This was with factory ammo.

Core-lokts I assume? They shoot garbage groups in my x-bolt 280, but I reload it to average under 1 MOA. Yours should perform much better with reloads.

[Stick1]

Ask and you shall recieve. Many have been waiting to see how these rifles preform and I spent the day breaking in my new APR 280 AI.
I have to say I am very pleased and so was my pops who was with me today.
I only have one box of ammo down the tube and expect my groups will only get better after the barrel has another couple boxes through it.
I spent the first 13 rounds getting my zero and then shot a seven shot group.
100 yds from bags. Cleaned after the first two then fired the remaining 5.
I was super happy with my group and know that if I had a lead sled it would have been tighter. I cant wait to shoot her again!!!
Big thanks to Jason, Robert and all involved at APR! You have a happy customer here and I look forward to my next purchase with you.

Thanks for the report Texifornia. Glad to hear you are pleased with your rifle. We appreciate you giving us the opportunity to build it. Let us know how the next range trip goes.

-Robert

[bboswell]

Question....I know what the AI purpose is but is a 280AI that much better than a regular ol 280 round? Or is it just because I want a round tailored just for me?

It is that much better and has the ability to use standard 280 loads in a pinch so win-win

[Bumpy]

Question....I know what the AI purpose is but is a 280AI that much better than a regular ol 280 round? Or is it just because I want a round tailored just for me?

[Drycreek3189]

Nice looking gun ! Thanks for posting.

[Texifornia]

I would think it would be much more capable than 1.75 moa. I bet with a different load, it will improve or maybe need to try off of a more stable bench. Are you reloading with the AI chambering?

I know this rifle is capable of 1/2 inch groups. The 1.75 is purely me (the shooter). I plan on reloading. This was with factory ammo.