marlin (in stock) 1.0 (2) marlin bolt action rimfire trigger. As Ren said, the XM25 build is very specific. This would only be an issue if the M25 scope were damaged in a tactical situation. Tactical Life Gun Magazine: Gun News and Gun ReviewsClick to email this to a friend (Opens in new window) Glass bedding required.

However, I would recommend that a tactical marksman planning to use the M25 should do so as the rifle will be quite unwieldy if it is necessary to climb to get into shooting position or even if one has to crawl or otherwise move some distance.

Metal finish on hinged buttplate may be worn, otherwise a beautiful original stock ready for use. What are the "correct" buttplates for XM25 vs M25 rifles? Of course they would have had the selector cut out and for me it was a no brainer to put a dummy selector. Post was not sent - check your email addresses!

The M25 is guaranteed to shoot 1/2-MOA (minute of angle) at 100 yards when it leaves the factory.

Exact style and colors matter here. I wish that I could say that I managed to maximize the M25 and shoot 1/2-MOA groups, but I didn’t. Initially, it was designated the XM25 to mark it as a prototype, but once adopted it was designated he M25.

Glass bedding required. I normally have used Leupolds in M1 but wanted to try this one in M3 so that’s what I ordered.I fired most groups either from a seated rest or prone. The magazine release is the standard small paddle/lever in front of the triggerguard. The M25 was standardized only in that it called for these Brookfield parts, mount, piston, NM op-rod spring guide and of course a McMillan fiberglass stock. M25 Sniper System rifle an appealing, somewhat futuristic design, and includes an ergonomic pistol grip, a MIL-STD 1913 Picatinny rail for tactical accessories or bipod located on the lower portion of the handguard, a fully extensible shoulder piece and an adjustable cheek riser.

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I know there are shooters who are capable of shooting the M25 offhand, but despite weighing over 200 pounds and having worked out my entire life with free weights or weight machines I’m not one of them.

However, I would recommend that a tactical marksman planning to use the M25 should do so as the rifle will be quite unwieldy if it is necessary to climb to get into shooting position or even if one has to crawl or otherwise move some distance. Take a look, leave a comment and if there is something specific you want us to cover, let us know! No matter what magnification is used, the spacing of the Mil Dots or other reticle features remains consistent.Since many tactical marksmen use laser range finders these days and use their Mil-Dots or other range estimation systems as a backup, each shooter will have to weigh the value of the front focal’s ranging ability. For most shooters, I would say expect to use this rifle from some type of rest.I didn’t mount a sling on the M25. The XM25 requirements are very specific, but with the M25 you have many more options as far as McMillan stock and barrel.The M25 was standardized only in that it called for these Brookfield parts, mount, piston, NM op-rod spring guide and of course a McMillan fiberglass stock.

Butt stock spacer system.Full inlet -   Includes 3 stud mounts installed for bipod and sling. Savage Rifle Stocks - Custom Gun Stocks for Savage Rifles.

When shooting prone or from a rest, the 10-round magazine is generally more desirable.

Because the Precision Reflex rail is relatively short, that does not leave room for any type of flip-up sights.

At 100 yards I managed a three-shot group of I decided to try some 100-yard shots off-hand, but the combined weight of the M25 and scope was enough that I could not hold the rifle steady enough to score hits on a hanging plate at 100 yards.