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Savage 10FCP-SR 24” in .308 Win
Savage 10FCP-SR 24” in .308 Win
I wasn't sure weather I should post this here or in the review section, so mods correct me if in error.
This is my review of my Savage 10FCP-SR 24” in .308 Win. The only thing I added was a Barska 6-24X50 scope and an Extreme Duty TriDelta Muzzle Brake from CMB(custommuzzlebrakes.com). After getting near zero @ 50 yards, I moved the target to 100 yards. The supplied magazine was too frustrating to use, so I started single loading. The first groups were not too impressive(right target). It seems this gun likes near max loads as the max load of Varget for the 168gr is 44gr. I never load to max, but I did load some to 43gr and this load performed best(group B on the left target .802)although the 42.5gr was a very close second(group C on the left target .804). All in all, I think that with a better scope and working up a good load with heaver bullets, this can be a very good long range rifle. Definitely very good bang for the buck..
Specs from Savage:
Series: Law Enforcement
Magazine: Detachable box
Stock Material: Synthetic
Barrel Material: Carbon Steel
Barrel Finish: Matte
Barrel Color: Black
AccuTrigger: Yes
AccuStock: Yes
1-piece 0 MOA scope rail
Fluted and Threaded Barrel
Garry
This is my review of my Savage 10FCP-SR 24” in .308 Win. The only thing I added was a Barska 6-24X50 scope and an Extreme Duty TriDelta Muzzle Brake from CMB(custommuzzlebrakes.com). After getting near zero @ 50 yards, I moved the target to 100 yards. The supplied magazine was too frustrating to use, so I started single loading. The first groups were not too impressive(right target). It seems this gun likes near max loads as the max load of Varget for the 168gr is 44gr. I never load to max, but I did load some to 43gr and this load performed best(group B on the left target .802)although the 42.5gr was a very close second(group C on the left target .804). All in all, I think that with a better scope and working up a good load with heaver bullets, this can be a very good long range rifle. Definitely very good bang for the buck..
Specs from Savage:
Series: Law Enforcement
Magazine: Detachable box
Stock Material: Synthetic
Barrel Material: Carbon Steel
Barrel Finish: Matte
Barrel Color: Black
AccuTrigger: Yes
AccuStock: Yes
1-piece 0 MOA scope rail
Fluted and Threaded Barrel
Garry
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- JEBar
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Re: Savage 10FCP-SR 24” in .308 Win
I really like a 308, my Browning BLR is one of my favorite rifles .... what was your motivation for installing the Extreme Duty TriDelta Muzzle Brake ? .... does it redirect any of the muzzle blast back toward the face of the shooter ? .... just curious, what did you find to be so frustrating with the magazine ? .... any thoughts on how to improve it ?
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Re: Savage 10FCP-SR 24” in .308 Win
Yes, the .308 has been my favorite since my Navy days with the M-14. While most would agree that the recoil on the .308 is relatively mild, any reduction in recoil helps with accuracy on a long range rifle and that's exactly what a muzzle brake does; it redirects the muzzle blast outward and upward, thus reducing recoil. The felt recoil on my rifle is approximately that of a .243. The only caveat to a muzzle brake is an increase in noise as the sound also travels up and out instead of downrange. If you're referring as to why I chose this particular muzzle brake, It was on sale and it looks cool. As for the magazine, it would not strip any rounds after the first one. Savage sent me a second magazine and I got the same results with it. It really isn't a big deal for a bench gun(which is what this is)so I deal with it by single loading. It I ever decide to do any hunting with it, I will send it to Savage for repair.JEBar wrote:I really like a 308, my Browning BLR is one of my favorite rifles .... what was your motivation for installing the Extreme Duty TriDelta Muzzle Brake ? .... does it redirect any of the muzzle blast back toward the face of the shooter ? .... just curious, what did you find to be so frustrating with the magazine ? .... any thoughts on how to improve it ?
Garry
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makes sense to me .... info appreciated .... many years ago (before threaded barrels and muzzle brakes were on the scene) I started having my barrels Mag-na-ported to deal with muzzle jump and reduce recoil .... that still works for me .... just curious, is there a Savage forum where you might go to for info
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Re: Savage 10FCP-SR 24” in .308 Win
Links provided:
http://www.savagearms.com/ or http://www.savageshooters.com/ for info on and to discuss their firearms.
Garry
http://www.savagearms.com/ or http://www.savageshooters.com/ for info on and to discuss their firearms.
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I don't own any Savage firearms .... I was just wondering if you could go there to find any info on the magazine issue
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Re: Savage 10FCP-SR 24” in .308 Win
I've already extensively researched the magazine issue and it is a known issue with this rifle. Most owners that want the issue fixed just replace the bottom metal or the entire stock to one that uses AR-10 magazines. I have just decided to live with it for now. Someday I may have Savage fix it or just replace the stock myself. There is a third party magazine that the maker guarantees will work, but at $90.00+ a pop, I don't think I'll chance it.
Garry
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Re: Savage 10FCP-SR 24” in .308 Win
Funny, but I was looking at Savages when purchasing a bolt .22 WMR but didn't like the loose fit of the magazine. It was almost like it was for the wrong gun, shame.
Great shooting, though, thanks..............
Great shooting, though, thanks..............
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