Gun Gripes #136: "Can You Buy Accuracy?"

Published on September 26, 2017
Duration: 41:30

This episode of Gun Gripes explores whether accuracy can be bought, concluding that while high-end firearms minimize mechanical error, they don't replace fundamental shooting skills. The discussion covers specific builds like a Remington 700 with a 'Remage' barrel system and an AR-15 DMR, highlighting critical components like barrels and triggers. It also touches on guaranteed accuracy from premium rifles like the Desert Tech SRS-A1 and surprising precision from surplus firearms.

Quick Summary

You can buy mechanical accuracy through better barrels and triggers that minimize error. However, a high-end rifle cannot compensate for poor shooting fundamentals; it enhances a good shooter's performance but doesn't instantly create a novice marksman.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Can You Buy Accuracy?
  2. 01:28The Remington 700 AAC-SD Project
  3. 03:03Technical Factors of Bolt Action Accuracy
  4. 05:16The 'Remage' System and Criterion Barrels
  5. 08:27AR-15 Accuracy: The DMR Build
  6. 11:14Guaranteed Accuracy: Desert Tech SRS-A1
  7. 13:40Surplus Accuracy: Swiss K31 and Mosin Nagant
  8. 18:42Rimfire Precision: CZ 455
  9. 21:16Conclusion: Defining Accuracy

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you buy accuracy in a firearm?

Yes, you can buy mechanical accuracy through better barrels, actions, and triggers that minimize error. However, a high-end rifle cannot compensate for poor shooting fundamentals or lack of practice; it makes a good shooter better but doesn't instantly create a novice marksman.

What are the most critical components for AR-15 accuracy?

For an AR-15, the two most critical components for accuracy are the barrel and the trigger. Investing in a quality match-grade barrel and a precise trigger, like a Geissele DMR, significantly improves the rifle's potential for consistent, tight groups.

What is the 'Remage' system in firearms?

The 'Remage' system is a hybrid barrel setup that uses a Savage-style barrel nut on a Remington 700 action. This allows for easier barrel installation and headspace adjustment without requiring a gunsmith, making barrel swaps more accessible.

How does bolt lug contact affect rifle accuracy?

For maximum bolt-action accuracy, the bolt lugs must make 100% square contact with their recesses in the receiver. Inconsistent contact, like a bolt only touching one lug, causes flex and anomalies, leading to significantly degraded and inconsistent shot placement.

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