NRA Gun Gear of the Week: Precision Hunter Build—Rigged and Ready

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posted on September 18, 2016
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After a couple months of work identifying and installing performance-enhancing components, the bargain bolt-action rifle is ready for the range and woods. Starting with a Ruger American Predator rifle in 6.5 mm Creedmoor, this accurate field gun now boasts a Boyd’s stock, bedded with Brownells Acraglass, a Nikon Monarch 3 4-16X 42 mm riflescope and a Rhodesian sling from Andy’s Leather.

Ruger.com; boydsgunstocks.com; brownells.com; nikonsportoptics.com; andysleather.com

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