7PRC

[AZGuy]

Who’s drinking the Koolaid and how many of you are getting one?

 

[Zeke]

28 N for me baby! I bought into that hype.

Not sure what the advantage of a PRC would be = none.
I'm sure it's a fine cartridge ....as all cartridges are but the hype on some of the new ones is over the top.

Zeke

 

[30Hart]

7mm HustELR for me on a short action. My gunsmith and I came up with the rounds. More velocity than a 7mm PRC and built with lapua brass.

 

[AZGuy]

7mm HustELR for me on a short action. My gunsmith and I came up with the rounds. More velocity than a 7mm PRC and built with lapua brass.

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Sweet load!

 

[Muley_73]

Owned a 7 LRM for over a decade now. Pretty much the same exact round.

 

[marley]

7mm HustELR for me on a short action. My gunsmith and I came up with the rounds. More velocity than a 7mm PRC and built with lapua brass.

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How is it different than a 7 Sherman short or 7 SAUM?

 

[Weiserbucks]

How is it different than a 7 Sherman short or 7 SAUM?

Larger diameter case=more capacity.

 

[marley]

Larger diameter case=more capacity.

Isn’t the .590 bolt face a magnum bolt face. If so that’s the same as the SS.

 

[marley]

Nvm I see that the .590 is the Norma mag sized bolt face.

 

[30Hart]

Correct, lapua bolt faced short action using lapua brass. Use it for ELR matches or build an ultralight for sheep hunting and everything in between.

I'm getting #1 off the line a long range hunting lighter weight setup ...more to follow.

 

[muliehntr1017]

7mm HustELR for me on a short action. My gunsmith and I came up with the rounds. More velocity than a 7mm PRC and built with lapua brass.

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What bullet/powder are u using?

 

[30Hart]

It's works best with the 195s, 190s, 180s and 175s. I'm going to run 175 Bergers or ELDxs whatever shoots best. It's designed to work with a bunch of powders...N570, N565, N560, RL33, RL26, Retumbo, H1000, 7828ssc, Mappro etc.

 

[muliehntr1017]

What kind of speeds are you getting with the 180’s?

 

[littlebighorn]

No Koolaid for me.
I have a 28 Nosler that does what I need!

 

[mtmuley]

No Koolaid for me.
I have a 28 Nosler that does what I need!

In the 22 years I've used my .300 RUM, nothing has come along that would move me from it. mtmuley

 

[marley]

I used to think the same thing until my kids started hunting.

 

[ce61]

So you had to get a different rifle because your kids starting hunting?? I guess any reason to buy another rifle is okay with me. ce61

 

[marley]

Yeah and as far as my wife knows, each of my 4 kids requires a different rifle to fit their needs ?

 

[Weiserbucks]

Yeah and as far as my wife knows, each of my 4 kids requires a different rifle to fit their needs ?

This is the truth! Each kid needs a shotgun, a 22, a varmint rifle, a deer rifle, an elk rifle and a spare 22.

 

[Zeke]

This is the truth! Each kid needs a shotgun, a 22, a varmint rifle, a deer rifle, an elk rifle and a spare 22.

Yessir! At least!!!!!!

Zeke

 

[littlebighorn]

More toys for grown up Boys!

 

[Live4MtnHunts]

I'm actually having one built. Didn't start out that way...was looking at a 7MM SAUM originally. Then switched based on what we believe will be more consistent component (brass) availability in the new future. It's frustrating to have a $6-8k rifle built and worry if you're going to be able to even shoot it. Crazy times.....

If you're curious, here's the build out: Definance Anti action (nitrided) with a faceted bolt shroud (looks cooler...haha), 22" Helix 6 carbon barrel with MBM 4 port brake, AG Alpine Hunter stock, Bix'n Andy Dakota trigger, Hawkins bottom metal with DBM and Leupold VX6 3x18x50 sitting in Talley Rings with level.
I'm undecided on what to go with for a bipod. I've got 2 Harris and a magpul today but kind of want to try something new.

I have a 7mm RM already and know that performance will be very similar. I just wanted a new rifle I guess and really love the 7's but didn't necessarily want a canon like a 28 Nosler. Hornady is a marketing machine and whether there is any real world improvement over current options today (not likely)....I believe they will make sure it is a "supported" caliber. That's getting to be a bigger and bigger thing to consider.

 

[HikeHunt61]

I'm actually having one built. Didn't start out that way...was looking at a 7MM SAUM originally. Then switched based on what we believe will be more consistent component (brass) availability in the new future. It's frustrating to have a $6-8k rifle built and worry if you're going to be able to even shoot it. Crazy times.....

If you're curious, here's the build out: Definance Anti action (nitrided) with a faceted bolt shroud (looks cooler...haha), 22" Helix 6 carbon barrel with MBM 4 port brake, AG Alpine Hunter stock, Bix'n Andy Dakota trigger, Hawkins bottom metal with DBM and Leupold VX6 3x18x50 sitting in Talley Rings with level.
I'm undecided on what to go with for a bipod. I've got 2 Harris and a magpul today but kind of want to try something new.

I have a 7mm RM already and know that performance will be very similar. I just wanted a new rifle I guess and really love the 7's but didn't necessarily want a canon like a 28 Nosler. Hornady is a marketing machine and whether there is any real world improvement over current options today (not likely)....I believe they will make sure it is a "supported" caliber. That's getting to be a bigger and bigger thing to consider.

Can you share who is building it? Asking for me

 

[Live4MtnHunts]

Plains Precision Firearms.... Van Franke He's located in Northeast Colorado. Super good guy that's very easy to work with.

 

[yotebuster17]

I'm actually having one built. Didn't start out that way...was looking at a 7MM SAUM originally. Then switched based on what we believe will be more consistent component (brass) availability in the new future. It's frustrating to have a $6-8k rifle built and worry if you're going to be able to even shoot it. Crazy times.....

If you're curious, here's the build out: Definance Anti action (nitrided) with a faceted bolt shroud (looks cooler...haha), 22" Helix 6 carbon barrel with MBM 4 port brake, AG Alpine Hunter stock, Bix'n Andy Dakota trigger, Hawkins bottom metal with DBM and Leupold VX6 3x18x50 sitting in Talley Rings with level.
I'm undecided on what to go with for a bipod. I've got 2 Harris and a magpul today but kind of want to try something new.

I have a 7mm RM already and know that performance will be very similar. I just wanted a new rifle I guess and really love the 7's but didn't necessarily want a canon like a 28 Nosler. Hornady is a marketing machine and whether there is any real world improvement over current options today (not likely)....I believe they will make sure it is a "supported" caliber. That's getting to be a bigger and bigger thing to consider.

Awesome build. I’d be a little nervous of the VX6 assuming you’re gonna dial ranges. Haven’t met one yet that likes to come back where you tell it to.

 

[30Hart]

True words right there if weight is an issue get a Tenmile if not nx8

 

[Jeffpg]

I got a new one from Alamo Precision Rifles in Texas. They are my go to gun builder. I have several of their custom long range rifles, including 28 Nosler, 300RUM, 7RemMag, 7.08, 6.5 PRC, etc... They didn't build the 7PRC specifically for me as usual, but instead had one on the shelf that they worked up on a Manners stock with some extra goodies above and beyond the normal in stock custom builds. It was a chance to snag the 7PRC, which I had decided I wanted, before the Defiance price increase so I jumped on it. I am not fond of sitting at the reloading bench and the 6.5 Hornady factory ammo works so well in my APR guns that I am hoping the 7mm does as well.

 

[littlebighorn]

You obviously have a thing for 7mm's...and expendable income for such. Hope you like it!

 

[JB1975]

I got a new one from Alamo Precision Rifles in Texas. They are my go to gun builder. I have several of their custom long range rifles, including 28 Nosler, 300RUM, 7RemMag, 7.08, 6.5 PRC, etc... They didn't build the 7PRC specifically for me as usual, but instead had one on the shelf that they worked up on a Manners stock with some extra goodies above and beyond the normal in stock custom builds. It was a chance to snag the 7PRC, which I had decided I wanted, before the Defiance price increase so I jumped on it. I am not fond of sitting at the reloading bench and the 6.5 Hornady factory ammo works so well in my APR guns that I am hoping the 7mm does as well.

I have a good friend with an Alamo 6.5. Very nice guns and he says they are super to deal with. Post a pic of your new one when you get a chance.
Thanks

 

[Firedad]

I’m waiting for seekins to ship more of their elements in 7prc. I’m on just about every wait list out there. Guess I could have prepaid online

 

[Chesterwyo]

I have a 7 mag that is properly throated, and with the right twist. I’m good.

 

[Jeffpg]

This is my most recent APR rifle... I felt like I had to have a 7mm PRC.

APR Custom 7 PRC

Rifle Specs * Caliber 7 PRC Action Defiance AnTi Barrel Proof Sendero 1-8 Twist Threading 5/8X24 W/ Blended Thread Protector Barrel Fluting NONE Barrel Length 24" Bottom Metal Hawkins Hunter DBM Trigger TriggerTech SPECIAL Bolt Fluting Factory Spiral Bolt Knob Factory Stock Manners- EH-1A...

aprifles.com

 

[Ballistic]

The 7 Prc offers the same as the 6,6.5 creedmore, 6.5 and 300 PRC.
What does it offer that’s better ? If you look at SAAMI chamber diagrams all of the above -they offer tighter clearances on the neck, lead and throat vs other popular similar cartridges. This translates into greater accuracy over traditional or equal time proven cartridges (SAAMI diagrams).

Do the above offer more speeds than equivalent time proven cartridges - NO. But Hornady is using superformance powder in factory ammo that is faster…..

Do the above offer the quality brass needed by aftermarket like lapua and others -YES and No. Hornady brass really isn’t the best for reloading several times.

Accuracy wise the 7 Prc has a tighter chamber than a 7 mag so it should by design shoot tighter groups. A properly tight chambered 7 mag would shoot equally as well.

The big question is having the support going forward by Hornady. So far it’s been recently good (not always though) to find the loaded ammo - so I predict it will be a good choice for long range accuracy.

 

[HntHrdr]

This is the truth! Each kid needs a shotgun, a 22, a varmint rifle, a deer rifle, an elk rifle and a spare 22.

Already started buying my 7 month old some rifles, cause she will need them. I just have to use them in the mean time to make sure they are good to go in 11 years

 

[Weiserbucks]

Already started buying my 7 month old some rifles, cause she will need them. I just have to use them in the mean time to make sure they are good to go in 11 years

Smart man, it would be foolish to start the young lady with unproven equipment.

 

[Slick8]

I don't have plans for one but if I hadn't recently built a custom 7 SAUM I'd be all over this. The SAUM is a great round and running a 180 at 2840 from a short barrel is great performance but as said brass can be tough to source. I was lucky and found 200 rounds of ADG when I built so I'm good most of the life of the rifle.

I think the PRC is the closest thing to that magical 7 that sends a 180 at or near 3k without being an over bored barrel burner. In reality the 7RM has done that capacity wise for decades but if buying new or building I think the hand loader or factory shooter will enjoy the small advantages of the PRC.

I truly wish they had simply rebranded the Gunwerks 7 LRM as it is dead zero of the 7mm / 180 sweet spot...IMO.

 

[Jeffpg]