Very cool to see so many companies putting out these “custom” actions. Weatherby has the 307 coming out soon also, that should be right around the same price point. I like that the Aero can take the Savage pre-fits. With a go gauge, and a couple other tools, installation and head spacing is pretty straight forward.

@triggeredprecisionmachinellc

Жыл бұрын

Agreed 100%. The action may be heavy and lack the pedigree of the bigger names but bolt action receivers are pretty simple, straight forward devices. It is truly refreshing to see a quality product that puts a full custom rifle build in the sights of a much larger group of people. With a SS pre-fit barrel, this rifle would ring up well under $2,000 and be a great way for someone to get started in long range shooting or even PRS / NRL Hunter matches.

I have recently gotten into putting together my own semi custom rifles. Mostly because I’m OCD and I enjoy learning about this stuff and I am a tinkerer. So I first discovered MPA and their Curtis Axiom -barrel for $1350 which is an absolute steal. The action alone is around $1050-$1100 IF you can find one. Before I ordered it I discovered WTO and their switch lug. You screw on a barrel, tighten the torx screw to 30 in-lbs and shoot. So for $125 they added that. Recently I discovered this Solus line from Aero. The Axiom and Solus are very similar but the Solus has a few features I really like that the Axiom doesn’t. Integral pic rail which eliminates four screws, Savage AND Zermatt compatibility which gives you tons of prefit barrel options which the Axiom lacks. Another which is going to be a big money saver down the road is the interchangeable bolt heads. Additional bolts for more well known companies run $450 and up. I bought the barreled action $1150 but they said the barrel is lapped. So it’s a few hundred less than the Axiom with more features that I like. To be fair the Axiom has a roller tipped bolt which makes the lift effortless and the lugs are more robust than the Solus

@triggeredprecisionmachinellc

11 ай бұрын

So far I've built three rifles on the Solus action and without exaggerating, everyone who gets there hands on these rifles is left speechless. The action is smooth and solid. I've had zero complaints so far.

Man that rifle looks a lot like my 6.5 PRC. Same barrel, same bipod and I love Sightron SIII scopes but mine are FFP. Another great rifle Shawn!

@triggeredprecisionmachinellc

Жыл бұрын

Great selection of rifle components. What action are you running?

@maxcoatlhunter4322

Жыл бұрын

@@triggeredprecisionmachinellc is a Savage Action and shoot 140 Bergers with CCI 250's and H1000

Awesome!

@triggeredprecisionmachinellc

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Shawn this stock with this Solus action & modestly priced 223 barrel and that Harrels tuner/brake on it will really bring out the best of this rifle. There are so many weekend shooters looking for this style and price of rifle. You need to be the sole distributer for the MDT Field Stock :) To truly show the benefits of the Harrels tuner/brake you need to show shooting before and after installation. The difference will be remarkable. Mine varied by at least 1/4"

@triggeredprecisionmachinellc

Жыл бұрын

Challenge accepted. You have my word that will be a future video. I have an idea on a barrel that will knock the price waaaaaaay down on this and be a great candidate for the tuner. Great idea!!!!

@DLN-ix6vf

Жыл бұрын

@@triggeredprecisionmachinellc I will forward this video and comments to MDT for their review. This is the rifle they should be marketing again for that casual shooter who wants to upgrade from a factory/stock rifle and not have to spend thousands.

Bolt face was designed to be interchangeable. I'm not sure when those will be released, but I'm certain we'll eventually see different offerings.

@triggeredprecisionmachinellc

10 ай бұрын

The mag bolt face action was released today! Unfortunately I don't see the bolt face available separately, yet.

Wow, that's an incredible 'semi-custom' rifle! That action sure looks smooth. Does it use the single feed AICS mag or the dual feed AW mag?

@justice1327

Жыл бұрын

Yes, uses both.

@triggeredprecisionmachinellc

Жыл бұрын

It is shockingly smooth. It kind of left me dumbfounded after I built it up... "this action should not be this smooth, or feed this well, or shoot this well". But it does!

@toddb930

11 ай бұрын

​@@triggeredprecisionmachinellc-- I've been thinking about this some more and I would to have you build up a barreled action for me . I'll send an email of what I'm thinking so you can give me an idea of price. Take care.

How are you lubing bolt? Gun oil such as Bore Tech or Slip 2000, etc? I was thinking about using a spray on dry film lubricant on bolt body and raceways, to avoid attracting dust. Thoughts? Thanks as always.

@triggeredprecisionmachinellc

Жыл бұрын

I use Lucas gun oil on the bolt body and Lucas gun grease on the lugs. I've shot in a few matches where dust was a major issue and the bolt does get gritty by the end of the day, but I've never had it cause a malfunction. I do use Hornady One Shot Cleaner / Lube on my .22's, it seems to keep that nasty .22LR gunk from building up in the receiver, especially when shooting suppressed. I'd say go for it, but I would still run some sort of grease on the lugs to prevent any galling.

@ChadCooper03

Жыл бұрын

@@triggeredprecisionmachinellc Roger that, will do. I did forget to mention in my original comment, I am using grease on bolt lugs, just a Qtip application, keeping bolt face clean. Thanks for input, you always answer my questions.

@triggeredprecisionmachinellc

Жыл бұрын

Sounds like you're right on track. It's surprising how many people neglect the bolt lugs. Thanks for watching!

i ordered a triggertech special for my solus aswell, only thing is its the version with the bolt release button. I know the solus has the built in button for bolt release. Will it work?

@triggeredprecisionmachinellc

2 ай бұрын

Yes! You can unscrew the torx head screw that retains the bolt release and remove it, then re install the screw.

Quick question- I just purchased a Solus and I’m a little confused on the barrel config. I watched this video and read the specs on aero website. Savage small shank or shouldered zermatt origin prefit. I want to run a proof research barrel, and I see on their website that they offer a Solus prefit. Having only found 1 dealer carrying that barrel makes me wonder if it’s a good idea, as the aero website doesn’t mention the proof barrels. I’m very new to bolt guns, and don’t want to spend $1,000 on the wrong fit. Have you heard anything about the proof Solus prefit? Or would just do what you did in the video and get the savage small shank proof prefit with barrel nut? Anyway, thank you.

@triggeredprecisionmachinellc

7 ай бұрын

I've used both Savage small shank barrels and Proof Research pre-fit barrels. I'm not a fan of barrel nuts so in my opinion, the shouldered Proof Research pre-fit is the way to go. They work great, buy with confidence. You will need a barrel vise and the Solus action wrench to install the barrel though. If it makes it easier, I can source the parts for you and install them here in the shop to make sure the headspace is correct. Email me at Shawn@triggeredprecision.com I can also fit up any barrel blank you want with any short action mag or standard bolt face cartridge, if that interests you.

My nky shootin buddie just built one on that action. Got the big 6x36 razor which is a big step for him as will be me when I take the plunge..lol…workin some 130gr rdf in ol prseeyalater…always killer brother…any gassers on the board?

@triggeredprecisionmachinellc

Жыл бұрын

😂 PRSEEYALATER! That got me! How does your buddy like the action so far??? Thats nice glass, I'm not a huge vortex fan but I do respect their Razor HD line of scopes. Very nice glass.

@charlesmullins3238

Жыл бұрын

@@triggeredprecisionmachinellc he just got it done and really hasn’t shot it much if any. I’ll keep you posted cause he’ll shoot match this weekend…

@triggeredprecisionmachinellc

Жыл бұрын

Awesome, thanks dude!

How much does it weight naked without the magazine, bipod and scope?

@triggeredprecisionmachinellc

10 ай бұрын

8lbs 2 oz I just finished up another that will be listed for sale on the website as soon as I get a test target done.

can you send me a link for proof research pre fit barrel for 308 win ?

@triggeredprecisionmachinellc

9 ай бұрын

send me an email - shawn@triggeredprecision.com I'll get ya whatever you need.

Why buy this action over a Zermatt, Defiance, Bat…which are all made in USA

@triggeredprecisionmachinellc

Жыл бұрын

Mostly for the price and features. The only action that even comes close to this it the American Rifle Company Coup De Grace. That is also an excellent action but you are going to wait a few months to get one. They retail at the same $899 price point. The Aero Precision Solus is made in the USA also; Lakewood, Washington to be exact. I love all three of those action manufacturers you mentioned, but none of them make an action at this price point, with this many desirable features. Personally, I would like to see more manufacturers doing what Aero and American Rifle Company have done, and introduce a more feature rich, less expensive action to the market. The fact that a Defiance Deviant Tac is approaching $1800 and 15 months of waiting is absurd and pricing many people out of the sport. Things are expensive these days, I get that, but Aero and American Rifle Co. prove it doesn't have to be THAT expensive, I guess. One thing a lot of people don't realize is you can have just a accurate of a rifle built on one of the two "budget" custom actions mentioned above as you can a top tier action that costs 2x more. Options are very nice to have! Great question, that is something a lot of people are probably wondering and something I should have addressed in the video. Cheers! -TPM

@edgarperez6766

Жыл бұрын

I'm glad I got My defiance deviant tactical before it went up in price I waited almost 2 years to build it. I was gonna use for a 300 prc but now that the 7 prc came out I'm building a 7 prc my gunsmith is working on it now I can't wait to get my hands on it.

@triggeredprecisionmachinellc

Жыл бұрын

Yup! The last Defiance Deviant I bought for myself was $1,395 and that was several years ago. I love their actions but not for the prices they are asking today.

@justice1327

Жыл бұрын

@@triggeredprecisionmachinellc Good to know they are made in USA. Agreed that the Defiance and others are too high now…but there are specials to be had. Brownells just did Tenacity and Anti for 999.00.

@edgarperez6766

Жыл бұрын

@triggeredprecisionmachinellc I got lucky too is my first custom action so I think I picked thr right one we'll see once I get to shoot it by the way I love your rifle builds they are really nice

Love it🫡 absolutely and awesome rifle. I would love to have one.

@triggeredprecisionmachinellc

8 ай бұрын

Let's get you something built!

What did that rifle weigh?

@triggeredprecisionmachinellc

8 ай бұрын

As it was seen in the video, 21.8 lbs

@mj23polairs

8 ай бұрын

@@triggeredprecisionmachinellc shit totally missed it, thanks

@robertbrackett6473

7 ай бұрын

he is missed it in the video as well. how were you able to achieve 21 pounds? also how well did the proof prefit work out into the action? were go and no guages required? also too does that mdt chassis accept internal weights?

@robertbrackett6473

7 ай бұрын

just read in your description the gun weights 12 pds