Hello everybody.
This is my post to Ruger forum but I am not new to forums and how they work. Recently I picked up a Ruger American Predator in 6.5 creedmoor and I'd like to tell you about how amazed I am with it.
The gun being reviewed here is a American predator in 6.5 creedmoor topped with a vortex crossfire 2 in 6-24x50. Ammo used was federal American eagle 140gr match.
I had read lots about this rifle and how impressed many people were with it, however it seemed nobody would put it on par with a Remington 700 or savage 10/110. I wanted to try it and tell those people they are wrong.
After looking at them in person at my local sport shop I figured I'd try one for $350. My first impression was the stock was cheap feeling and almost sounded hollow. BUT, it is very ergonomic and is bedded pretty decent. It doesn't look too cheesy either imo. The action is pretty decent, not really sure what to compare it with but it felt solid and I can't complain one bit. The mag feeds very well and is super easy to load and fits well. The factory mounted rail is a nice feature too. The trigger is very good, especially for the value of this gun. On par with a accu trigger and all its variants. I adjusted mine to its lightest setting which is very easy to do. The finish on the rifle was crude, but I also am not scared to use it. It's on par with any other gun in its price range.
After zeroing, I was SOLD! This rifle is a shooter! Due to a shortage of ammo at the range I only did 3 shot groups. In the lead sled at 100 yards at a local range I shot 3 groups that were under half moa. The best measures .384". The other group was a hair over .5". This was with a 10 mph tail wind and a slight side wind. The other 4 rounds were spend zeroing it. I will post pictures of the groups and the rifle later tonight.
I can't say enough about how happy I am with this rifle. I'd recommend it to anybody looking for a solid rifle for a less than average price. Absolutely incredible.
Best regards
This is my post to Ruger forum but I am not new to forums and how they work. Recently I picked up a Ruger American Predator in 6.5 creedmoor and I'd like to tell you about how amazed I am with it.
The gun being reviewed here is a American predator in 6.5 creedmoor topped with a vortex crossfire 2 in 6-24x50. Ammo used was federal American eagle 140gr match.
I had read lots about this rifle and how impressed many people were with it, however it seemed nobody would put it on par with a Remington 700 or savage 10/110. I wanted to try it and tell those people they are wrong.
After looking at them in person at my local sport shop I figured I'd try one for $350. My first impression was the stock was cheap feeling and almost sounded hollow. BUT, it is very ergonomic and is bedded pretty decent. It doesn't look too cheesy either imo. The action is pretty decent, not really sure what to compare it with but it felt solid and I can't complain one bit. The mag feeds very well and is super easy to load and fits well. The factory mounted rail is a nice feature too. The trigger is very good, especially for the value of this gun. On par with a accu trigger and all its variants. I adjusted mine to its lightest setting which is very easy to do. The finish on the rifle was crude, but I also am not scared to use it. It's on par with any other gun in its price range.
After zeroing, I was SOLD! This rifle is a shooter! Due to a shortage of ammo at the range I only did 3 shot groups. In the lead sled at 100 yards at a local range I shot 3 groups that were under half moa. The best measures .384". The other group was a hair over .5". This was with a 10 mph tail wind and a slight side wind. The other 4 rounds were spend zeroing it. I will post pictures of the groups and the rifle later tonight.
I can't say enough about how happy I am with this rifle. I'd recommend it to anybody looking for a solid rifle for a less than average price. Absolutely incredible.
Best regards
