New long range rifle arrives

[Rapier]

The new long range gun just arrived. I bought this rig rather than build it because the price was right, the gun was built right and it is a pre 64 M-70 action.

It is one of four 240 Laser guns ever built. A pre 64 M-70 action with a SS Kreiger 28 inch barrel. It has a history of excellent groups and top notch velocity.

The 240 Laser is a creation of Engineer buddy John Bass, former VP of Hughes Aircraft Company and a world traveler who has shot in competition for years and understands what it takes to shoot well and to build what will shoot well. This particular rifle was John's personal rifle for many years.

The 240 Laser cartridge is a 280 Remington with the shoulder moved out .250 inches and the angle altered to 45 degrees. The case is necked down to 6mm. The idea was to push the heavy 6mm bullets to over 3,500 fps and retain sub .5 inch groups. The results far exceed the idea with a 105 VLD at 3,800 fps and groups of 1.6 inches at 500 yards.

Now I will get it set up for me. The attached picture is the loaded cartridge.
Best,
Ed