TargetTalk

I have plans to build a free rifle equipped with an aftermarket stock (e.g. MEC or Gemini) and a Lilja barrel, but i'm still undecided on the action and the trigger.
1. Is it even possible to aquire an Anschutz/Walther/FWB action by itself?
2. How do actions and triggers compare between the manufacturers?
3. How cost-effective it is to get a barreled action instead of a bare action + $350 barrel + gunsmithing costs?

4. Should I even bother?

Thanks in advance for the input!

If you get an Anshcutz 2007/2013 action, you can cut that gunsmithing down to $0 as that particular action the barrel is clamped in and headspace is adjusted by means of a headspace gauge inserted into the chamber while youre seating the barrel against the closed bolt.

otherwise, im not too sure what youre trying to accomplish by building your own... I fear the only thing youll acomplish is making a rifle that looks like no other on the line.

If you only want the action and trigger, have you thought of buying a cheap second-hand rifle with a knackered barrel?

As for the make, I don't think theres much between Anschutz, Walther or FWB. All make top quality products, so the choice is really your own. I personally use an Anschutz but have had the opprtunity to use Walther and FWB; I can't honestly say that any action/trigger was the best, all were good.

Tim S

Exeter UK

otherwise, im not too sure what youre trying to accomplish by building your own

I was trying to avoid buying the default Anschutz stock, and then I had a thought why not go all the way and upgrade the barrel either (i KNOW its an overkill, but my rationality is out of commission)

Thanks for the used rifle suggestion - hadn't thought of that.

I guess I'm asking for trouble - the condescending thougts like "look at that guy - all the top of the line equipment and still can't shoot for $#%t"