I just purchased a Remington 700 Varmint Synthetic in 22-250. I was working up loads when I noticed the point of impact shifted dramatically and the groups opened up. Turns out the barrel isn't running straight down the barrel channel in the stock and the stock presses on the side of the barrel. Of course, Remington will replace the stock and I assume things will improve.
Anyhow, I removed the stock and I noticed the recoil lug doesn't contact the bedding block. Can someone explain to me what the theory is behind the recoil lug just floating in space? I don't get it.
Also, I adjusted the trigger for zero creep and overtravel and the lightest I can get it is around four pounds. Anyone know anything about the Shilen trigger or other aftermarket triggers? Thanks.
Anyhow, I removed the stock and I noticed the recoil lug doesn't contact the bedding block. Can someone explain to me what the theory is behind the recoil lug just floating in space? I don't get it.
Also, I adjusted the trigger for zero creep and overtravel and the lightest I can get it is around four pounds. Anyone know anything about the Shilen trigger or other aftermarket triggers? Thanks.