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Yeah that stiff bolt is actually the only thing that stopped me from buying a savage for my kids. Handled at least 6 different rifles from 3 different stores. My one daughter couldn’t even operate it on her own it’s that sticky. The other one can, but with unnecessary difficulty. Even I, a grown man, dislike the feel of it so much I wouldn’t buy it. I don’t expect a butter smooth bolt for the price, but the level of stiffness is unacceptable at any price.

I love 6 arc.

Brother, anneal every time and test until you find a stable load. Much better consistency.

Man, go metric! thosestupid yards, inches and moas are complete shitt

I was debating whether or not to try this exact ammo on does here in Texas. I like neck shots, but did not know what this round would do. After looking at your gel tests, I think it will work perfectly on a neck shot. Thanks for the info.

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Lol looks like a pee pee… also 69 gr. Nice. Lol😊

Guns like that don't make me feel quite so deprived due to my budget. And makes me even happier with my old 110 Savage and R700. Good vid as usual! I appreciate your honesty, that's a big part of why I like your vids!

Wow, I feel bad for them yotes!

Nice build, good job!

I have a similar 16" build except with a pistol length gas system and no suppressor. I've only shot it with supersonic handloads and it functions 100% with M80 bullets, standard recoil spring, and lightest buffer. I'll stay with supersonic unless I get a can. 300 BLK is growing on me. I now use KAW dimple tools on all builds and they are very precise and easy to use. I'll never install a gas block again without using one. Good vid as usual!

I'm looking forward to more vids on this gun! You're a good Dad!

Do you think the PH2 is still doable for western mountain hunting?

How about a follow up video of the ammo being shot out to say 600 yards ? I would like to see the final results. And possibly use a mandrel in the case neck before seating the bullets.

What mag are you using? Mine was only 3 rounds

Good video! I got one for my new 280AI. I started out loading Hornady bullets. The ELD X 175 gr and ELD M 180 gr. Bullets isn't centering up. Only issue so far for me.

Excellent explanation of the differences. Well done! Thanks.

It’s a very touchy bullet. I got them to shoot really well in my 6 creed but hand loads. From tiny to an inch within .4 of a grain.

Starrett cowlippers = instant street cred..

This is the best 223 AI load dev series I've seen.... and your right next door in Iowa! I'd like to see some load workup for Rocky Mountain Reloading's 75 grain 3GH and gel tests I can send you some of mine to test with .... just let me know where to mail them

Man that suppressor/no suppressor comparison at the beginning was a pretty wild difference.

8208XBR and the 77TMK is a great combo in my 223. It's too bad 8208 has been so hard to get at the moment.

Is it worth it to put this action in an expensive chassis? In this instance I would say yes, for your son’s benefit.

Is it worth it to put this action in an expensive chassis? In this instance I would say yes, for your son’s benefit.

Can you send me all of the specs of the gun, scope and accessories? I want this exact set up but I live in Canada so we’ll see if I can get it here anyway.

I was actually considering one of these, no longer. Savage 👎

How much hydrogen peroxide do I put in? Also when do you put in the hydrogen peroxide ?

I refuse to pay the govts extortion fee just to have something that dampens noise because some imbecile politician saw one too many Hollywood movies

I purchased my first one last November 2023. Thinking it to be a good idea I put it in a trust. I received notice just last Thursday, Aug 2024 that ATF approved it. Now, I have to wait until they notify my local law enforcement agency and once they have confirmed receipt of the notice. I have to wait another 7 days before it's shipped. If I'm lucky I'll have it by Sep 1, 2024. 10 months after plopping down the purchase price. BLUF, if you want it quick don't use a trust.

The best review of this bullet seater I've seen. Your test was more thorough than Ultimate Reloader. Comparing it to factory match ammo was a great idea.

Would you consider this a sub MOA gun?

What's the suppressor on your precision rifle at 7:42? I'm looking to get a suppressor for my bolt-action ruger precision 308.

Maybe try a bolt gun?

You forgot the most important part... BE PREPARED TO WAIT!!!

Interesting that the most accurate .223 bullet weight is 80gr. I wonder if there's a correlation. 🤔

So I just bought the LX and Garmin xero to test side by side along my Magnetospeed which I already had. The LR app is great, you can connect via bluetooth. It auto connects once paired. It displays real time data and adjust settings in your phone along with arming and dis arming. The Garmin app doesn't do that it displays your log after shooting and you have to reconnect each time. My opinion is if you don't want to use your phone at the range they both work great, but if you rather arm dis arm etc in your larger phone screen that is where the Labradar LX excels. also because of taking your velocity 10 yds away I was getting about 10-15 fps lower on the lab radar with my 6.5 PRC than the other two which take the speed at the muzzle. I am thinking of selling the unit I like less. I am torn and still testing but because of construction and app function I am leaning towards keeping the LX. Last the screen is easier to read in lower light, but the Garmin is a little easier to scroll thru without the app.

Marshall, this is your best contribution yet! Thank you for this sir

My Tikka Varmint 223 likes this combo as well running 23.6 grains of 8208 and the TMK's.

Thanks for the content

I've had a much simpler break-in procedure for the past 40 years, lol. Buy the barrel, assemble the rifle or pistol, run an oiled patch through the barrel, run a dry patch through the barrel, sight it in then take it hunting. I don't assemble any of my AR platform rifles or pistols for shooting for pure accuracy, I use them to hunt hogs here in Texas. I'm not sure a break-in process is even necessary, but I know some barrel manufacturers suggest them. I may see it differently if I was shooting for ultimate accuracy but for hunting I'm not sure it makes enough difference. It seems that just shooting rounds through the barrel "seasons and polishes" it. I have had barrels that "settled down" in as few as 20 rounds, while others have taken 60 to 80. Thanks for the video.

So if I were to buy the PH2 and wanted to change the stock I just need to get a Remington 700 layout that I like ???

Taking your time?

25 years ago I spent considerable time at the range with each new rifle build because I did the shoot/clean each round x10 (sometimes 20 rounds), then clean every 3 rounds for another 12, then clean every 5 shots for about 3 groups. I was absolutely convinced new barrels needed a break-in process. Over time, I did more reading, more youtube, more calls to the various barrel makers. I then went through a phase where I compared 2 rifles, one with a break-in process, one without with handlapped cut-rifled and button barrels. Then I did this with factory Tikka rifles, 2 each. I no longer break in barrels. I found it doesn't do anything except waste time and solvent - especially good cut-rifled or button rifled hand lapped barrels. With Tikka barrels being hammer forged, they don't need it either. I took my new Tikka 6.5CM to the range today for the first time. Shot 30 rounds through it, round robin, factory ammo: norma whitetail, norma bondstrike, Rem core-lokt, Federal Terminal Ascent, Hornady ELDX, and Sellier & Bellot, 131, 140, and 156 grain. i cleaned the barrel before shooting it and used Iosso back and forth only at the throat, then examined with a borescope to ensure it was at bare metal. The only thing I do for sure with every new rifle is make sure it is clean to metal prior to shooting.

I know your hand loads will do better. Question; why shoot the 73-75gns in a .223 @ 2,600fps, when your 6mm ARC will shoot the 80grs @2,900-3,000fps? For my rifles the 223/5.56 is designated 55-60gns only for the best speed plus accuracy for varmint hunting. Just asking because I see allot of 5.56 cal. videos shoot the 75gns.

I don't do any break in, I just shoot it and clean when I'm done. I do run jb bore paste through it before I shoot it the first time. I don't think breaking in a barrel is a bad idea. I just don't think it matters that much. If there is no way to quantify or tell that a barrel is broken in, then how much difference is there in the end. Just my 2 cents. Nice AR!

I always thought the Element had a "sleeved" barrel for further weight reduction. This video tells me its not. Thanks. Very informative.

Wat kinda scope u got on it ?

Dang u should've tried some 55 grain bullets! 1-12 ?! 😂 At over 4000fps they do a number on varmints. 55gr varmageddons

This was the exact topic i was looking for, thank you.

I’d run 24.4gr and play with your seating depth. 002 neck tension. That’s what I run. I have a tikka with a 26” preferred barrel blanks, stainless barrel.