Hi guys,
I have always been a fan of the AI rifles.
Was wondering if anyone has used one here in NZ outside of the NZDF.
I noticed a nice AW 7.62 sold on TM the other day for $6.5k.
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Hi guys,
I have always been a fan of the AI rifles.
Was wondering if anyone has used one here in NZ outside of the NZDF.
I noticed a nice AW 7.62 sold on TM the other day for $6.5k.
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Yep... I've used a few from 7.62x51 .300 WM but lucked out on the .338 Lapua
Extremely nice rifles, I found the triggers good and accuracy was amazing with the right ammo but the price tag and weight having to carry one around all day was off setting!
AW ended up going for $8.1k if it was the same one.Quote:
Originally Posted by 300_BLK
An AW and a AWSM here, never fail to put a grin on your face when when they go bang.
Would've been mine if it went for 6.5k.Quote:
Originally Posted by NZShoota
Bugger must have missed yours:(Quote:
Originally Posted by Beetroot
Was the scope included for that money?
No.Quote:
Originally Posted by Moutere
Good price I think considering you can't buy a new AW any longer.
Much prefer the AWs lines over the AX & AT series, however I'm sure a free standing grip would suit my hand better than the thumbhole though.
I liked the AW version with the 20" tube and folding stock.But the standard version was long and heavy then fucking rediculous with the factory suppressor on it.
347 for sale on this site
https://www.gunstar.co.uk/Bolt-Actio...0international
Shouldn't that be England/New Zealand? OK OK so Malcolm Cooper only went to school here but he did start shooting here.Quote:
Originally Posted by 300_BLK
I don't like the standard stocks much, partly the thumb hole, the weight and I'm a lefty...
Sako built this before the TRG series.
I rate it over the AI series for ergonomics,weight and feel.
https://hirvikota.wordpress.com/2020...a-m65a-sniper/
The trigger was absolute magic and the stock more adjustable than both the TRG and AI.
If you are going to spend some money on a long range rig,give one of these some serious consideration.
Make sure you get a folder.Quote:
Originally Posted by 300_BLK
Yeap , used the AW in 308 for over 12 years now , while Sako are nice , I find AI are In a league all of there own , if you look at the AW in 308 and the TRG-22 in 308 , the Sako is lighter in weight , but the mags are not as good as the double feed AI AW mags , and the action cycles smoother .
I had Sako TRG-21 , TRG-22 & TRG-42, sold them for AIs , I did like the TRG-22/42 low cog bipods very good stable design .
If you look at AI , then in 308 , the Short Action , AW,AT or AT-X are the ones to go for , in bigger cals , 300-338 , then the AX , AXMC , AXSR or AXMC MKIII are the ones to go for , both these actions use double stack/feed mags , and as such are very smooth cycling actions.
Of course now they are all , use Quickloc system to make barrel swaps quick and easy , just a allen key is needed .
Yes the folder is good for pulling the bolt out & cleaning , down side , extra weight & cost .
Cheers Chris
I covet the C.I.P. length mags of the newer AI magnums.
Owning a TRG22 & 42 would be awesome, they are such an iconic pairing along side the AWs.
My marriage wouldn’t handle it unfortunately.
Yrs ago i was given the privilege of firing a AI 338 a couple of times.Buitfull rifle,but when i was told it was 17k i was gobsmacked,about $10 a shot then.WOOW.
I spent an enjoyable afternoon in Kent shooting the .338 with some sniper instructors in 2009 when I was in the RAF Regiment. Prolly fired 40-50 rounds out to 1200m. Great fun, but glad I wasn’t paying for ammo.Quote:
Originally Posted by Trout
I have shot the L96 version of the AI. A member of my gunclub has just bought in a switch barrel AI 6.5 CM and 338 LM. I have shot the 6.5 barrel but not the 338 yet.
Many thanks to DPT for accommodating the agricultural AI muzzle thread and also to Kelly Country for your excellent service.
POI shift was 0.1 elevation @100m from the factory brake.
Very happy !
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I see the new Oceania Defence Ltd , rachet locking 338 can is finally out , it fits over their new brakes , they have a 18x1.5mm for AIs, 18x1mm for Sako and 5/8 & 3/4 as well.
Later Chris
Anything out there?
We have some B&T suppressors coming with suitable thread adapters to suit AI threads upto .338LM calQuote:
Originally Posted by 300_BLK
I think we have some over barrel ultra mag suppressor in 18x1.5. We sold one to our agent in New Caledonia to put on his 338 AI.Quote:
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@FriwiQuote:
Originally Posted by Friwi
Did your man in New Caledonia have to get around the maximum 22.5mm diameter for the rear bush?
I make the barrel Ø25.2mm @188mm from the shoulder on my AWSM factory barrel. So one would assume a different barrel profile, maybe he had an AX?
I had written off a DPT for my one based on the above but would be keen as on one if there is a work around.
Does the Ultra Mag suppressor handle the jandal on the 338 Laura Magnum ok?
I think our agent AI338 was an older model with a folding stock.
Our suppressor fitted on his barrel with no issues.
But if your barrel is 25mm at the rear point it will not work. Sorry for that.
Stink.
