{"id":409558,"date":"2023-10-20T13:00:58","date_gmt":"2023-10-20T18:00:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gunmagwarehouse.com\/blog\/?p=409558"},"modified":"2023-10-18T14:09:42","modified_gmt":"2023-10-18T19:09:42","slug":"how-to-build-a-custom-precision-rifle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunmagwarehouse.com\/blog\/how-to-build-a-custom-precision-rifle\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Build a Custom Precision Rifle"},"content":{"rendered":"

Precision rifle shooting continues to gain popularity among civilian shooters, and it\u2019s really no wonder why. It\u2019s about far more than just making precise hits at a variety of distances. Instead, it\u2019s about being able to make those shots in various situations and from different angles. There\u2019s a lot that goes into precision shooting, and that means you need the right rifle to do it. If you\u2019ve considered building a custom precision rifle, we\u2019re here to tell you it\u2019s possible. It’s not cheap, but it’s not hard to do. This shouldn’t be used as an in-depth or exhaustive rifle build guide but as a starting point.<\/p>\n

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Your bolt-action rifle can be a more modern gun or one with a classic wood stock. (Photo credit: Falkor)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

What\u2019s a custom precision rifle?<\/h2>\n

While you can certainly get a precision rifle as a factory build, it can be nice to have one made just for you. That might mean you take extra steps to customize your existing rifle beyond adding optics or installing a new trigger; it might mean you’re interested in building the rifle from the ground up. A custom precision rifle build is a great way to get a rifle that fits your needs and that\u2019s exactly what you want. Yes, custom builds tend to cost a bit more, but it\u2019s well worth it for the end result.<\/p>\n

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Choosing the caliber of your rifle is the first step of your build. (Photo credit: Good to Go Ammo)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

What\u2019s the first step to a custom precision rifle build?<\/h2>\n

For the purpose of this article, let\u2019s assume you’re going with a bolt-action rifle. It doesn\u2019t have to be a bolt-action, but odds are that\u2019s the direction you\u2019ll go. The first thing you need to do is determine which caliber you’d like to use. There are quite a few options on the market; some of which perform better than others. Before you make your final choice, stop and consider the availability of parts. More obscure calibers are going to be a bigger challenge for a custom build. Also, consider the neverending challenge of finding ammo. If you\u2019re planning to hand-load your ammo, you still have to be able to locate components. Below are some common precision rifle calibers:<\/p>\n