BCA Bear Creek Arsenal 22ARC 24" Bolt Action Review & Shoot

Published on April 27, 2026
Duration: 19:28

This review covers the BCA Bear Creek Arsenal 24" Bolt Action rifle in 6mm ARC. The video details accuracy testing with various ammunition types at 100 and 500 yards, highlighting group sizes and performance. It also addresses a specific bolt action issue where the extractor claw struggles to engage the cartridge rim, providing a workaround and suggesting potential warranty claims.

Quick Summary

The BCA Bear Creek Arsenal 24" 6mm ARC bolt action rifle review highlights accuracy testing with various ammunition. A key issue was the bolt's extractor claw engagement, requiring a specific technique. The Burger 95-grain handloads and Hornady Black 105-grain factory loads showed the best accuracy, with the 6mm ARC cartridge proving effective for 500-yard shooting due to manageable recoil and high BC bullets.

Chapters

  1. 00:02Introduction: BCA 22ARC 6mm ARC Bolt Action
  2. 00:11Optics and Ammunition Overview
  3. 01:39Bolt Action Extractor Claw Issue
  4. 03:35Shooting 3-Shot Groups at 100 Yards
  5. 04:51Federal 108 Grain 3-Shot Group Results
  6. 05:38Hornady 95 Grain SST 3-Shot Group Results
  7. 06:30Burger 95 Grain Handload 3-Shot Group Results
  8. 07:11Measured 3-Shot Group Sizes
  9. 08:13Transition to 5-Shot Groups
  10. 09:39Shooting 5-Shot Groups at 100 Yards
  11. 11:16Measuring 5-Shot Groups and 500 Yard Shoot
  12. 12:47500 Yard Shooting Strategy
  13. 15:23500 Yard Target Analysis
  14. 16:025-Shot Group Measurements at 500 Yards
  15. 17:57Overall Performance and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main issue encountered with the BCA Bear Creek Arsenal 6mm ARC bolt action rifle?

The primary issue observed was with the bolt's extractor claw, which struggled to consistently engage the cartridge rim. This required a specific technique of applying moderate forward pressure to ensure engagement before closing the bolt fully.

Which ammunition performed best in the BCA Bear Creek Arsenal 6mm ARC rifle review?

The Burger 95-grain hollow points (handloads) showed the best accuracy at 100 yards, achieving groups just over 3/4 of an inch (excluding a flyer). The Hornady Black 105-grain factory ammunition also performed well, with 5-shot groups around 1 1/8 inches at 500 yards.

What are the key performance characteristics of the 6mm ARC cartridge in this rifle?

The 6mm ARC cartridge, especially with a 24-inch barrel, offers manageable recoil, making it comparable to 7.62x39. Its high ballistic coefficient bullets allow for effective engagement at 500 yards, even in windy conditions.

What is the recommended course of action for the bolt extractor issue?

The reviewer suggests contacting Bear Creek Arsenal, as they offer a lifetime warranty. A replacement bolt may be necessary to resolve the extractor claw engagement problem.

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