Hey Corey, I really like your approach with 50 rounds for each type of ammo in 5-shot groups. It's really does a great job showing the expected variation from group to group. I have adopted this approach with my "testing" of rifles and ammo. Keep up the great videos, I really enjoy them!
Again a great video😊 I must see if I can get my hands on some Eley ammo. SK rifle match is always performing well in any rifle. I shot it in my new Weihrauch HW66 at 100m in pretty windy conditions, with surprisingly good results. 10 shots in under 1 inch.👍
Cory voodoo a custom made rifle. Yes it’s a tack driver with center x. Bergara awesome factory. Cory I just ordered 5000 rounds for NRL SK long range. Wifey thx I’m crazy 😜. Hey your channel has helped people. What your doing has helped. Me. And your average person who wants to shoot good ammo. So keep it up. We thx you.
Thanks for putting all that work in testing multiple rounds. Wow, that Bergara sure can put some tight groups on paper, what a rifle. Much better that the Ruger that was in another video. Well done.
I just watched your video for the first time.I enjoyed the video.👍 Was the Bergara steel barrel you had before A B14 R steel? If so did it do better than the carbon ? I just purchased a B14 r steel. But haven’t shot it yet. I almost bought the Carbon but decided the steel would be a better choice for a range gun. As weight is your friend on the bench. Weighed both at the gun shop the Steel was 9.2 pounds Carbon was 7.2 pounds If I was using it for hunting I’d have gotten the carbon. I’ll let you know how it shoots when I get it out on the beach. Cheers
yes i've had both the steel and the carbon and didn't notice much between them other than the carbon version looks better. like you said don't wanna huck the steel version around the woods cause its heavier but better for shooting matches IMO.
no they were pretty similar for me. if you plan on huckin it around the woods get the carbon. if not get the steel, save a little money. same performance.
Welp, had decided to go with the T1x since i love my CTR/TACA1 so much(ive ruled out the Vudoo, for now), but looks like ill be picking on of these up instead. A lot to like about them. Only question is to go barreled action, and put the extra $175 towards a chassis of choice, or go full rifle which is obviously much better value.
in my personal opinion i would buy the complete rifle. i don't think you'd be gaining much if anything from an aftermarket chassis especially for the extra money.
So, my good man, NOW how do you like THIS Bergara compared to the Tikka you reviewed a while back when you talked about the steel barreled Bergara? (Back then it was the Tikka, hands down, because if the stiff Bergara action and high bolt throw...
@@theoutlawjoseywales8711 no, it still weighs like 8 pounds so its still not "light." Given the fact it shoots so well i don't think anyone will be bothered by the weight.
Hi Corey, love your content. You have the most extensive and comprehensive precision 22LR rifle and review in UA-cam. (And I’ve watched them all). Thank you for your work and effort. Simple question, what’s your current favorite 22 bolt rifle?
Thank you for the kind review its nice to hear folks like you. You'd be surprised how angry people get if you say their fanboy brand doesn't shoot well. I feel like I make videos id like to watch. Got a new one in the works
Yea center x is always great. Last I checked you can still find it. Im afraid that when my stock of skrm runs out im gon a have to switch to cx. Can't find it ANYWHERE
Really useful Corey, many thanks. I also like the Atlas bipod and have two which are picatiny fittings, could you tell me how you attached yours to the B14R chassis?
Cory I think 🤔 it’s time we get a Voodoo 22. People are trying to compare Bergara b14r to a Voodoo. Voodoo is a custom rifle. B14r is a factory rifle. Have you Ck out element optics. If so you should. Quality optics stainless steel turrets. Are you in Ohio. They have that Lapua service center there. Trying to go in April. Thx for videos. 👍🏻
So since this video i've done several upgrades. i'm going to make a part 2 video probably this weekend if i get time. i have shot in several matches with a lot of folks who shoot vudoo and EVERY single one of them has had some sort of feeding issue. accuracy wise sure i bet the vudoo is a little better but its more than twice the cost. and when i say every one of them i mean every single one. Not sure if its attributed to the mag or what but that would be very frustrating to me. be on the lookout for a part 2 on this rifle i think you'll be surprised.
How does the T1X MTR, Ruger American Rimfire Target, & This rifle compare? Accurace finish and what you get for money (Before diminishing returns) - Lovely video as always
they all have their advantages and disadvantages. the t1x has a good trigger and a great action but the extraction system is poor quality and will wear out over time. the feel of the ruger is great and the action is nice and smooth but lacking accuracy. all in all for what you get in my personal opinion having owned a lot of 22s including a rimx, and currently a vudoo the bergara is the best *for the money.* mags are cheap unlike rimx or vudoo, 700 footprint so aftermarket is endless and they're readily available. the t1x you need to replace the stock and the ruger you'll need to replace the trigger. save yourself some hassle and go with a berg.
@@coreyd1474 hahah this is my first trigger that low, but ive run my Tikka triggers at 1lb for many years so I'm pretty used to it. It is borderline too light for me...
@@coreyd1474 I couldn't get my Bergara trigger to go below 2lbs. Was pretty crisp, but heavier than I like. Love the factory tikka triggers, esp with Yodave
@@SCQT yea there is no doubt. I've said this and ill say it again. T1x has the best out of the box action and trigger on the market. The trigger in my t3x tac a1 is better than most after market triggers IMO
kind of interesting how much better the CX was at 100 than at 50. 100 is pretty impressive You had any chance to shoot more of it at 50? Still getting same results? Ever try the Eley Action? See almost nothing on it out there, but it was nice and cheap. Had to jump on the chance to grab 2krds of CX before I even tested it in my rifle, hope it likes it. Still havent found any SK rifle match for anything resembling a reasonable price, but did grab a brick of flatnose match to try out.
i have been shooting matches with sk rifle match its as good as this rifle is going to shoot. although its hard to find now and the places that have it in price gouge the fuck out of it. it use to be 65 before chynah flu now i've seen it upwards of 150 for a brick. sickening.
The barrel is a very tiny airsoft pencil barrel with a fake tube over it to hide it. Check snipershide, a dude took his apart. High heat places will make them shoot awful. Luckily, I live in Arizona and it only gets to 120 air temp and only 175 degrees on black surfaces in the sun. Black surfaces like... this gun and barrel.
Going to buy one of these this weekend. Did you have to glass any part if your chassis? We put a Trigger Tech Diamond trigger in my brothers steel barrel version and it’s amazing! Thanks for a great detailed review!
No i haven't done any bedding work on this i don't feel it needs it. i eventually put a triggertech in it but the original trigger is pretty good for being factory.
Sorry such a late comment but just been researching Bergara B14r. Really like your reviews. Question for you. Is the carbon B14r as nose heavy as the steel B14r? Thanks
Picking up a B14 R here soon. Was going to double or triple down on a Vudoo so I could get a matching trainer to my MPA BA65-SL but didn’t like the $2800 price tag, so I settled on the steel barrel version. Coming from a CZ 457 AT ONE, I think I’ll be very happy with this gun. Have you tried Midas+ by Lapua? Some people said that if Center X shot decent, Midas+ shoots a little better, but you’re talking $16.50-$18 a box of 50 for that (same price as RWS R-50).
yea you know i always get in arguments people about this and granted i have never personally fingered a vudoo but i just can't see how in anyway its 1300 bucks better. there is NO way.
Corey D it seems as though the vudoo owners are very die hard, just how some people are into cars; Their choice of brand is the best, everyone else is garbage. I don’t care what brand I rock, as long as it’s accurate, and doesn’t hurt my wallet too bad, that’s a win win in my books.
@@tjordan4436 totally agree. this rifle for me anyway has been 100% spot on. its rare i get a flyer and after about 4-5 thousand rounds i have still have to have a failure to eject or any malfunctions at all. and its only "only" 1100.
Not sure if you need em, but magazines are in stock right now on Bergara's site. They never sent me email notification, just got lucky and happened to be looking.
thanks for watching. fouling is when you get the barrel acclimated to the type of ammo youre using. 22 is picky and its something you have to do before you get reliable results.
Sorry but I’m really late to this vid. Great test as usual. I’m about to buy a B14R and was just wondering after all this time which do you prefer, the steel or the carbon. Which one shoots better, and was there one that performed overall better than the other over time. Cheers Mate
the action out of the box was better on the carbon for whatever reason. if you're going to be lugging it around the woods i say go carbon. shooting prs go steel. the added weight helps. not much if any difference in performance.
I have the same rifle but with an Athlon Midas BTR scope. At 50 yards I am getting the following results: SK Plus = .49, RWS R-50 = .63, Eley Club = .48
dang thats a good deal about 200 less than i got mine. thats funny you said that because i almost ordered the exact same thing then i thought to myself on no planet is that gun worth an extra 1500 bucks.
The gun likes Lapua ammo try Lapua Midas plus. I have a RPR with a match carbon fiber barrel from BSF and it shoot an average of 0.259” or 0.494 MOA for five five shot groups at total of 25 shots. The Midas plus feels like it fits tighter in the match chamber because the bolt requires a little bit more force to load a round.
Great video, I recently found Ballistic X. Its an app for measuring groups, it takes a little of playing with it but its great. Once you learn how it works its a time saver. 👍
go with the bergara. the tikka is nice the action is the best of any 22 i've owned but mine started developing FTE issues. i've yet to have a single one with this rifle in about 2000 rounds. and its much more accurate.
Corey D the Bergara is twice the cost @ $1750 locally...if I’m to spend that much I think I’ll go for a custom like a RimX or an Ultimatum Deuce. Vudoo is not happening for me
@@lonz73 goodness! Well sorry you live in a place like that but under those circumstances the tikka will do just fine. Thr 45 degree bolt throw is easy to get use to
i have never held one so i cannot speak on it from personal experience but i have had a cz. the action is good but thats where it stopped for me anyway. but there is a TON of aftermarket for them now though. but the b14r is ready to rock out of the box. and the cz market will never be as good as the aftermarket for the bergara since its a rem 700 footprint.
depends on what you want to do really. if you're in to shooting some type of NRL with obstacles i say go with the steel the added weight will help you stay a little bit more planted in the obstacles. if you're hucking it around the woods hunting i say go with the carbon version, its significantly lighter. BUT both shoot equally well.
no i don't clean the barrel between just shoot fowling rounds. Ive done it before and it doesn't seem to make any difference. 10-15 rounds will usually do it if the ammo type is somewhat similar. I have yet to feel a hot bolt action 22 barrel especially a carbon one so thats not a factor.
I’ve had good luck with SK Standard plus, granted on my range, I cannot shoot further than 30M, but reliably groups 5 shots into a single hole. It’s pretty inexpensive too.
yea these rifles shoot well. unfortunately i haven't been able to find any sk standard to buy to try out of this i think its permanently out of stock. i shoot matches with sk rifle match which is a little more per box
Hi, again, Corey!.... well, I have decided to buy the carbon fiber barrel version! Now I need your suggestions... how can I mount an Area 419 Arca swiss rail under this rifle's forearm? Area 419 says mount their universal 12" rail with m-loks nuts (if m-lok slots are available)... or they recommend you drill the forearm underbelly and install using their t-nuts... which is a bit scary... not crazy about drilling my stock's fiberglass resin. Have you mounted an Arca-swiss rail to the B-14r, or do you know anyone who has done so?
i have and the holes in the original stock you can use. the action screw that comes with the kit will need to be trimmed a little bit because its too long but the holes in the fore end align with the rail so no drilling is required. thankfully because i was in the same boat as you i didn't want to drill in to the stock.
What adaptor did you use from a swivel to a mount for your atlas bipod. Trying to set mine up with an atlas bipod. Just bought this exact rifle and need some input.
I'm new to this so maybe someone could help answer this, but why does it seem like the fouling groups are tighter than the right side groups? Wouldn't you think the groups get tighter the more you shoot? Thanks for the great videos and help!! Keep up the great work!
@@coreyd1474 thanks for the info!! I'm really digging your channel/videos. I'm just getting started in the precision 22 game and it sure is a blast. I just purchased the B14R carbon and can't wait to get out and shoot it, just not in -15.
@@Matt-zn4zp hopefully it doesn't disappoint because this one sure didn't. zero issues what so ever. i'm in ohio and the last few matches we've had have been in the single digits lol makes it hard to go out and practice.
@@coreyd1474 another quick question, sorry...do you clean your barrel between different brands of ammo? Or just shoot a few groups to "season" the barrel to that particular ammo? Thanks again!!!
Wow. I have the same rifle and I get slightly better accuracy at 50 yards (SK standard+ and SK long range match) but my 100 yard groups don't come close.
That rifle performs better at 100 than 50. My CZ 452 American consistently shoots low to mid .3’s @ 50 with most lots of Center X, but it shoots the same Ammo right at an inch @100.
its really a toss up. depending how you want to use it if you're gonna shoot NRL type matches go with the steel since its heavier and will help on obstacles, if you're gonna be hucking it around the woods go with the carbon version since its lighter. both shoot extremely well
@@coreyd1474 I have about 5 bricks I bought last year! Fortunately & coincidently, my new B14r arrives this week! Have you tried a compensator, or suppressor on yours yet? And your thoughts? Thanks for the fine review!
@@ronedee thats good that you have some already cause you can't find it ANYWHERE. i have only shot this rifle exclusively suppressed. there isn't any accuracy loss going from non suppressed to suppressed.
@@coreyd1474 backordered 3 bricks from Creedmoor @$5.65/50, supposedly will be in stock at the end of the month. Dont think the price is THAT bad considering RM is going for near center x prices. So is SV for that matter... Best deal ive found was killough selling Eley Action @32.5/500 about a week ago. Grabbed 4 of em and have absolutely no clue if it shoots even decently, just couldnt pass the price. Was sold out in about an hour, poor website was crashing constantly.
Ever try Gemtech 42gr match subsonic? Shit is amazing outta any gun I e shot it out of and isn't that expensive. Heard they were made by cci for gemtech.👍🙏🇺🇸🤙
Cory nice rifle I have the b14r bull barrel. I put a amazing scope on it. New scope company. Element optics. The Nexus. Titan. Helix. I got the Nexus 5-20-50 1500 bucks. Titan 800. Helix 400. Ok lot of money for Nexus it’s made in Japan Side by shooters. I’m done with Vortex never again. These all scopes have Stainless steel turrets even in their Helix. The Nexus side by side next to a Nightforce blew it away. There made in same factory. The Bergara b14r gets better as I shoot it very happy with both. Please Ck out Element Optics you will thank me. Same scope on Plinksters b14r video. Great videos. Thx B
yea to be honest before i started being around people with vudoo i had one in my cart ready to order. again don't get me wrong they are a little more accurate and quality rifles i just wouldn't be able to deal with having all those feeding issues for the money. I get ammo from there whenever they have what i'm looking for in stock.
Just send it to lapua! Free lot testing if you buy a case...no covid price gouging, same price as before...and will be the most accurate! Just ordered a b14r steel complete rifle for $860!!!
Ordered the carbon barrel and a Masterpiece Arms chassis and hoping it’ll out shoot a CZ and a RPR. Thanks for the ammo comparison. With the current state of ammo availability you saved me both time and ammunition.
@@coreyd1474 I did that on some CCI SV because the good shooters at my matches do it. Personally I didn't see much better groups from the CCI that I separated into tighter weight groups. Give it a shot. I'd like to see what you come up with.
Dude this is NOT vudoo accuracy lol..vudoos shoot .25 or better at 50 yards..hell even my ruger precision shoots under .35 at 50 and that cost me 450 bucks.
Ok boomer...look at what all the prs/nrl pros are using! Pretty high rings are normal nowdays...low height over bore only helps if not using math, and dialing elevation...higher height over bore actually had MANY advantages, for example you have a better line of sight for the path of the bullet...maybe do some research before telling another good shooter they are wrong!!!
@@orsonhumphrey2188 their explanation for this is ALWAYS "something something IN VIETNAM WE HAD something something something" i've seen it on my channel more than a few times and thats always the response.
Hey Corey, I really like your approach with 50 rounds for each type of ammo in 5-shot groups. It's really does a great job showing the expected variation from group to group. I have adopted this approach with my "testing" of rifles and ammo. Keep up the great videos, I really enjoy them!
seems to work out pretty well. thanks for watching!
I just got mine and have been doing pretty good. Your review is just feeding my obsession.
hows yours shoot.
Corey, Thanks for the very in depth ammo testing you do to specific rifles. I truly appreciate it.👍👍👍
thanks for watching!
Great video good to see some real world testing that SK has been by far the most constant over the crono in my rifle
yea my go to ammo for this is SKRM.
Again a great video😊
I must see if I can get my hands on some Eley ammo. SK rifle match is always performing well in any rifle.
I shot it in my new Weihrauch HW66 at 100m in pretty windy conditions, with surprisingly good results. 10 shots in under 1 inch.👍
yea thats good especially in the wind. the slightest breeze throws 22 off. thanks for watching!
Cory voodoo a custom made rifle. Yes it’s a tack driver with center x. Bergara awesome factory. Cory I just ordered 5000 rounds for NRL SK long range. Wifey thx I’m crazy 😜. Hey your channel has helped people. What your doing has helped. Me. And your average person who wants to shoot good ammo. So keep it up. We thx you.
Where did you find it in stock
Good work Corey, you do great reviews, some of the best I've seen, kudos to you for doing the pertinent work.
thank you! i feel like i make videos that i would like to watch myself.
Thanks for putting all that work in testing multiple rounds. Wow, that Bergara sure can put some tight groups on paper, what a rifle. Much better that the Ruger that was in another video.
Well done.
yea for the price its the best all around 22 IMO
Ordered mine here in the UK yesterday, should have it by Wednesday
you're going to love it.
When shooting from the bench weight is your friend
I don’t plan on hunting with it
So I decided to go with the steel
Actually bought one yesterday 👍
save a little money towards ammo. smart
Damn the MiniMags really worked for you. They are so bad out of my BMR Carbon. 2+ inches at 50y. Such a shame.
LOL yea you can't do anything with that except keep them for your pistols. they work 100% our of my 22lr pistols and my hk416.
great vid can't wait for 200 yds comparison
Thanks for watching. Im curious to see if it holds true to minute still. Tough part is finding a day with no wind
I just watched your video for the first time.I enjoyed the video.👍
Was the Bergara steel barrel you had before
A B14 R steel?
If so did it do better than the carbon ?
I just purchased a B14 r steel. But haven’t shot it yet.
I almost bought the Carbon but decided the steel would be a better choice for a range gun. As weight is your friend on the bench.
Weighed both at the gun shop the Steel was 9.2 pounds
Carbon was 7.2 pounds
If I was using it for hunting I’d have gotten the carbon.
I’ll let you know how it shoots when I get it out on the beach.
Cheers
yes i've had both the steel and the carbon and didn't notice much between them other than the carbon version looks better. like you said don't wanna huck the steel version around the woods cause its heavier but better for shooting matches IMO.
Great video
Would the steel barrel shoot tighter groups
Than the carbon barrel?
I’m not shooting NRL matches just long range 50 to 300 at the range
no they were pretty similar for me. if you plan on huckin it around the woods get the carbon. if not get the steel, save a little money. same performance.
Welp, had decided to go with the T1x since i love my CTR/TACA1 so much(ive ruled out the Vudoo, for now), but looks like ill be picking on of these up instead. A lot to like about them.
Only question is to go barreled action, and put the extra $175 towards a chassis of choice, or go full rifle which is obviously much better value.
in my personal opinion i would buy the complete rifle. i don't think you'd be gaining much if anything from an aftermarket chassis especially for the extra money.
How far does the Bergara B14r Carbon shoots accurately? I would like to get a good, long range, accurate but budget rifle.
furthest i could get it was 500 yards. thats due to limitations in the scope but at 500 with no wind it'll hit a silhouette every time.
I'm wanting one. I have a Ruger Long-Range Rimfire Target (apparently kinda rare) and feel it needs 'company' in the safe.
those long range rimfire rugers suck get rid of that trash and get the b14r
So, my good man, NOW how do you like THIS Bergara compared to the Tikka you reviewed a while back when you talked about the steel barreled Bergara? (Back then it was the Tikka, hands down, because if the stiff Bergara action and high bolt throw...
yea i think this is the one! may sell the tikka
Corey D One more question: Is light weight of this rifle an issue in any way for you, given so many precision shooters prefer a heavy barreled rifle?
@@theoutlawjoseywales8711 no, it still weighs like 8 pounds so its still not "light." Given the fact it shoots so well i don't think anyone will be bothered by the weight.
Hi Corey, love your content. You have the most extensive and comprehensive precision 22LR rifle and review in UA-cam. (And I’ve watched them all). Thank you for your work and effort. Simple question, what’s your current favorite 22 bolt rifle?
Thank you for the kind review its nice to hear folks like you. You'd be surprised how angry people get if you say their fanboy brand doesn't shoot well. I feel like I make videos id like to watch. Got a new one in the works
Corey you have validated my experience with ammo. Center-x is great and SKRM is close.
Yea center x is always great. Last I checked you can still find it. Im afraid that when my stock of skrm runs out im gon a have to switch to cx. Can't find it ANYWHERE
Really useful Corey, many thanks. I also like the Atlas bipod and have two which are picatiny fittings, could you tell me how you attached yours to the B14R chassis?
its a section from area 419. i can't recall what they call it but it should still be on their site.
@@coreyd1474 Many thanks, will take a look
@@miguelnappo2535 good luck out there
Cory I think 🤔 it’s time we get a Voodoo 22. People are trying to compare Bergara b14r to a Voodoo. Voodoo is a custom rifle. B14r is a factory rifle. Have you Ck out element optics. If so you should. Quality optics stainless steel turrets. Are you in Ohio. They have that Lapua service center there. Trying to go in April. Thx for videos. 👍🏻
So since this video i've done several upgrades. i'm going to make a part 2 video probably this weekend if i get time. i have shot in several matches with a lot of folks who shoot vudoo and EVERY single one of them has had some sort of feeding issue. accuracy wise sure i bet the vudoo is a little better but its more than twice the cost. and when i say every one of them i mean every single one. Not sure if its attributed to the mag or what but that would be very frustrating to me. be on the lookout for a part 2 on this rifle i think you'll be surprised.
Interesting. Waiting on my b14r delivery, now trying to find some ammo for it.
its starting to come back in stock more often but you have to buy it right away.
How does the T1X MTR, Ruger American Rimfire Target, & This rifle compare? Accurace finish and what you get for money (Before diminishing returns) - Lovely video as always
they all have their advantages and disadvantages. the t1x has a good trigger and a great action but the extraction system is poor quality and will wear out over time. the feel of the ruger is great and the action is nice and smooth but lacking accuracy. all in all for what you get in my personal opinion having owned a lot of 22s including a rimx, and currently a vudoo the bergara is the best *for the money.* mags are cheap unlike rimx or vudoo, 700 footprint so aftermarket is endless and they're readily available. the t1x you need to replace the stock and the ruger you'll need to replace the trigger. save yourself some hassle and go with a berg.
@@coreyd1474 Thanks for your quick reply and your help :)
@@GARR0N any time! good luck.
Just for anyone wondering, a lot of people were reporting issues getting after market triggers set
8oz??? you doing bench rest stuff? thats wayy too light to run and gun. wind blows on it wrong and it goes off.
@@coreyd1474 hahah
this is my first trigger that low, but ive run my Tikka triggers at 1lb for many years so I'm pretty used to it.
It is borderline too light for me...
@@SCQT yea a pound is normally what i like to set my stuff too as well. fine for 22nrl matches never had a premature pull or anything.
@@coreyd1474 I couldn't get my Bergara trigger to go below 2lbs. Was pretty crisp, but heavier than I like. Love the factory tikka triggers, esp with Yodave
@@SCQT yea there is no doubt. I've said this and ill say it again. T1x has the best out of the box action and trigger on the market. The trigger in my t3x tac a1 is better than most after market triggers IMO
kind of interesting how much better the CX was at 100 than at 50. 100 is pretty impressive
You had any chance to shoot more of it at 50? Still getting same results? Ever try the Eley Action? See almost nothing on it out there, but it was nice and cheap.
Had to jump on the chance to grab 2krds of CX before I even tested it in my rifle, hope it likes it. Still havent found any SK rifle match for anything resembling a reasonable price, but did grab a brick of flatnose match to try out.
i have been shooting matches with sk rifle match its as good as this rifle is going to shoot. although its hard to find now and the places that have it in price gouge the fuck out of it. it use to be 65 before chynah flu now i've seen it upwards of 150 for a brick. sickening.
The barrel is a very tiny airsoft pencil barrel with a fake tube over it to hide it. Check snipershide, a dude took his apart. High heat places will make them shoot awful. Luckily, I live in Arizona and it only gets to 120 air temp and only 175 degrees on black surfaces in the sun. Black surfaces like... this gun and barrel.
well whatever formula they are using is working so i don't see the issue.
Going to buy one of these this weekend. Did you have to glass any part if your chassis? We put a Trigger Tech Diamond trigger in my brothers steel barrel version and it’s amazing! Thanks for a great detailed review!
No i haven't done any bedding work on this i don't feel it needs it. i eventually put a triggertech in it but the original trigger is pretty good for being factory.
Sorry such a late comment but just been researching Bergara B14r. Really like your reviews. Question for you. Is the carbon B14r as nose heavy as the steel B14r? Thanks
no i think it comes about to about a pound lighter than the steel version.
Picking up a B14 R here soon. Was going to double or triple down on a Vudoo so I could get a matching trainer to my MPA BA65-SL but didn’t like the $2800 price tag, so I settled on the steel barrel version. Coming from a CZ 457 AT ONE, I think I’ll be very happy with this gun.
Have you tried Midas+ by Lapua? Some people said that if Center X shot decent, Midas+ shoots a little better, but you’re talking $16.50-$18 a box of 50 for that (same price as RWS R-50).
yea you know i always get in arguments people about this and granted i have never personally fingered a vudoo but i just can't see how in anyway its 1300 bucks better. there is NO way.
Corey D it seems as though the vudoo owners are very die hard, just how some people are into cars; Their choice of brand is the best, everyone else is garbage.
I don’t care what brand I rock, as long as it’s accurate, and doesn’t hurt my wallet too bad, that’s a win win in my books.
@@tjordan4436 totally agree. this rifle for me anyway has been 100% spot on. its rare i get a flyer and after about 4-5 thousand rounds i have still have to have a failure to eject or any malfunctions at all. and its only "only" 1100.
Not sure if you need em, but magazines are in stock right now on Bergara's site.
They never sent me email notification, just got lucky and happened to be looking.
i have 3 already which should be plenty. there is a few places that are hit or miss on stock.
Great video. Can you explain what you're doing on the left side vs the right side of the paper?
thanks for watching. fouling is when you get the barrel acclimated to the type of ammo youre using. 22 is picky and its something you have to do before you get reliable results.
Had to pick one up. Groups too tasty.
Your commission check should be in the mail
I'll be on the lookout for that lol
Sorry but I’m really late to this vid. Great test as usual. I’m about to buy a B14R and was just wondering after all this time which do you prefer, the steel or the carbon. Which one shoots better, and was there one that performed overall better than the other over time. Cheers Mate
the action out of the box was better on the carbon for whatever reason. if you're going to be lugging it around the woods i say go carbon. shooting prs go steel. the added weight helps. not much if any difference in performance.
I have the same rifle but with an Athlon Midas BTR scope. At 50 yards I am getting the following results: SK Plus = .49, RWS R-50 = .63, Eley Club = .48
best all around 22 on the market in my opinion. of any, cheap or expensive.
Is the bolt knob threaded? So you can pick which one, you would like to use? Thanks and Great video.
thanks for watching. no it is not threaded. in my opinion its a good size. not oversize but you won't miss it when you go to cycle the bolt.
Thanks for the video I just ordered one from TSS Warehouse $919.61. I almost pulled the trigger on buying a Voodoo Ravage Ridgeback $2545.00 ++++
dang thats a good deal about 200 less than i got mine. thats funny you said that because i almost ordered the exact same thing then i thought to myself on no planet is that gun worth an extra 1500 bucks.
Nice job, so if you had to choose between steel barrel or carbon which is it. Say they both had same action and trigger.
with doing all the prs and nrl stuff i would go with the steel for the little extra weight. carbon just looks cooler lol
Pretty crazy 100yrd groups
The gun likes Lapua ammo try Lapua Midas plus. I have a RPR with a match carbon fiber barrel from BSF and it shoot an average of 0.259” or 0.494 MOA for five five shot groups at total of 25 shots. The Midas plus feels like it fits tighter in the match chamber because the bolt requires a little bit more force to load a round.
thanks for watching
...try using 1" shoot n see targets @100 yards because some of those grp measurements looked closer to 2"...
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Great video, I recently found Ballistic X. Its an app for measuring groups, it takes a little of playing with it but its great. Once you learn how it works its a time saver. 👍
i use to use it but it takes way too long to do this many groups. way faster to just measure them.
Thanks for the review
thanks for watching.
This rifle shoots amazing with the higher end stuff! I’m stuck between a T1X and a B14R steel for my second match setup
go with the bergara. the tikka is nice the action is the best of any 22 i've owned but mine started developing FTE issues. i've yet to have a single one with this rifle in about 2000 rounds. and its much more accurate.
Corey D the Bergara is twice the cost @ $1750 locally...if I’m to spend that much I think I’ll go for a custom like a RimX or an Ultimatum Deuce. Vudoo is not happening for me
@@lonz73 wow!! Where do you live? I paid 1k for mine. In that case go with the tikka lol still won't be disappointed
Corey D Canada, the Tikka T1X is $800 and the B14r is $1750. The other custom options are double the Bergara
@@lonz73 goodness! Well sorry you live in a place like that but under those circumstances the tikka will do just fine. Thr 45 degree bolt throw is easy to get use to
Also do you prefer the CZ MTR over the Bergara B 14 R
Or are they about the same in accuracy
i have never held one so i cannot speak on it from personal experience but i have had a cz. the action is good but thats where it stopped for me anyway. but there is a TON of aftermarket for them now though. but the b14r is ready to rock out of the box. and the cz market will never be as good as the aftermarket for the bergara since its a rem 700 footprint.
Any advantage with the steel barrel compared to the carbon ? I shoot lefty also. any advice would be appreciated
depends on what you want to do really. if you're in to shooting some type of NRL with obstacles i say go with the steel the added weight will help you stay a little bit more planted in the obstacles. if you're hucking it around the woods hunting i say go with the carbon version, its significantly lighter. BUT both shoot equally well.
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Please don't pour vodka into your ass with a beer bong !!!!!!
The gun shoots, bergara's are very accurate rifles. Hard to beat, cz's Tika's Anne's, rem x Cooper, kimber, Winchester, remminton, Walter's, etc.
best gun for the money not even close
Do you clean the barrel between ammo selection? And/or how many shots of next selection before it dials in? Do you let the barrel cool between?
no i don't clean the barrel between just shoot fowling rounds. Ive done it before and it doesn't seem to make any difference. 10-15 rounds will usually do it if the ammo type is somewhat similar. I have yet to feel a hot bolt action 22 barrel especially a carbon one so thats not a factor.
I’ve had good luck with SK Standard plus, granted on my range, I cannot shoot further than 30M, but reliably groups 5 shots into a single hole. It’s pretty inexpensive too.
yea these rifles shoot well. unfortunately i haven't been able to find any sk standard to buy to try out of this i think its permanently out of stock. i shoot matches with sk rifle match which is a little more per box
Hi, again, Corey!.... well, I have decided to buy the carbon fiber barrel version! Now I need your suggestions... how can I mount an Area 419 Arca swiss rail under this rifle's forearm? Area 419 says mount their universal 12" rail with m-loks nuts (if m-lok slots are available)... or they recommend you drill the forearm underbelly and install using their t-nuts... which is a bit scary... not crazy about drilling my stock's fiberglass resin. Have you mounted an Arca-swiss rail to the B-14r, or do you know anyone who has done so?
i have and the holes in the original stock you can use. the action screw that comes with the kit will need to be trimmed a little bit because its too long but the holes in the fore end align with the rail so no drilling is required. thankfully because i was in the same boat as you i didn't want to drill in to the stock.
What adaptor did you use from a swivel to a mount for your atlas bipod. Trying to set mine up with an atlas bipod. Just bought this exact rifle and need some input.
its not a stud adapter its an american defense qd piccy mount
Hello Corey, could you tell me what comes with the rifle? Does it come with a scope base? Thanks a lot
it does not unfortunately.
@@coreyd1474 OK. Thanks!
I'm new to this so maybe someone could help answer this, but why does it seem like the fouling groups are tighter than the right side groups? Wouldn't you think the groups get tighter the more you shoot? Thanks for the great videos and help!! Keep up the great work!
in some cases you're definitely right. i think the barrel is fairly fouled at around 15 rounds. just the nature of 22 i guess
@@coreyd1474 thanks for the info!! I'm really digging your channel/videos. I'm just getting started in the precision 22 game and it sure is a blast. I just purchased the B14R carbon and can't wait to get out and shoot it, just not in -15.
@@Matt-zn4zp hopefully it doesn't disappoint because this one sure didn't. zero issues what so ever. i'm in ohio and the last few matches we've had have been in the single digits lol makes it hard to go out and practice.
@@coreyd1474 another quick question, sorry...do you clean your barrel between different brands of ammo? Or just shoot a few groups to "season" the barrel to that particular ammo? Thanks again!!!
@@Matt-zn4zp no, just give it about 15-20 rounds or so to foul
Wow. I have the same rifle and I get slightly better accuracy at 50 yards (SK standard+ and SK long range match) but my 100 yard groups don't come close.
out of my last 3-4 22's i have not had any luck at all with sk long range at 50. i can never seem to find a good day to test it at 100 yards +
Outstanding.
thanks for watching.
Where do you order that fancy ammo at? I can’t find it anywhere.
Awesome video! Thank you soo much for sharing content!
i could give you a list of about 20 sites but doesn't matter its not in stock ANY where, at all.
My pump .22 with Remington golden bullets shoots that good…haha good video
i''d take that bet all day every day :)
I don’t shoot matches, do yo recommend the carbon or steel?
Was there a accuracy difference in you’re carbon or steel
i recommend steel. not much accuracy difference and you save some money. carbon looks better tho IMO
Ended up getting the carbon
@@juanrojos78 they definitely look better IMO
That rifle performs better at 100 than 50. My CZ 452 American consistently shoots low to mid .3’s @ 50 with most lots of Center X, but it shoots the same Ammo right at an inch @100.
yea it shoots well. i've had it out with center x a few times after this and it seemed to shoot it really well also.
Where did you buy the bipod rail the screw holes line up with the the Bergara sling stud screws
its made by area 419 its called improved rail section or something. the factory holes line up and it has a place for a qd sling attachment
Which is more accurate between the carbon and the steel barreled ? 🤔
its really a toss up. depending how you want to use it if you're gonna shoot NRL type matches go with the steel since its heavier and will help on obstacles, if you're gonna be hucking it around the woods go with the carbon version since its lighter. both shoot extremely well
What ADM model is that? I just ordered one one and I'm concerned it will be too high on a CZ 457 application
all my adm mounts are SL-RECON i think its the lowest they offer
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I have one. Going out to zero the scope and shoot for groups in the next few days
great gun.
Lapua & SK, seem to be the best "overall" rounds in several video tests for the B14r.
yea i agree. sk standard seems to be a big favorite. i didn't have any to try unfortunately but i'm sure it will be good.
@@coreyd1474 I have about 5 bricks I bought last year! Fortunately & coincidently, my new B14r arrives this week!
Have you tried a compensator, or suppressor on yours yet? And your thoughts? Thanks for the fine review!
@@ronedee thats good that you have some already cause you can't find it ANYWHERE. i have only shot this rifle exclusively suppressed. there isn't any accuracy loss going from non suppressed to suppressed.
@@coreyd1474 backordered 3 bricks from Creedmoor @$5.65/50, supposedly will be in stock at the end of the month. Dont think the price is THAT bad considering RM is going for near center x prices. So is SV for that matter...
Best deal ive found was killough selling Eley Action @32.5/500 about a week ago. Grabbed 4 of em and have absolutely no clue if it shoots even decently, just couldnt pass the price. Was sold out in about an hour, poor website was crashing constantly.
Thank you
thank you.
Ever try Gemtech 42gr match subsonic? Shit is amazing outta any gun I e shot it out of and isn't that expensive. Heard they were made by cci for gemtech.👍🙏🇺🇸🤙
I tried a flavor of it out of the b22 I was about the middle of the road but id like to try some more out of this for sure
I really like that model.
This is my competition gun and so far is been 100% functional. Zero malfunctions and maintained accuracy through about 5-6 thousand rounds
@@coreyd1474 I have the BMP in 6.5 Creedmoor, and I love it. It's an extremely accurate gun.
@@dodgeville21b this holds its own against vudoo, once you reach this level its on the shooter
@@coreyd1474 That's pretty amazing that it can stand with a Vudoo, especially when it costs less than half the price.
50 yards - OK, 100 yards - impressive!
its pretty impressive all around IMO
So you like this over the steel barrel model ?
Yes sir I do. This is my comp gun. I've since added a trigger and an arca rail and a gen 2 razor
Cory nice rifle I have the b14r bull barrel. I put a amazing scope on it. New scope company. Element optics. The Nexus. Titan. Helix. I got the Nexus 5-20-50 1500 bucks. Titan 800. Helix 400. Ok lot of money for Nexus it’s made in Japan Side by shooters. I’m done with Vortex never again. These all scopes have Stainless steel turrets even in their Helix. The Nexus side by side next to a Nightforce blew it away. There made in same factory. The Bergara b14r gets better as I shoot it very happy with both. Please Ck out Element Optics you will thank me. Same scope on Plinksters b14r video. Great videos. Thx B
yea these are great rifles for sure! i put a gen 2 razor on this one so i'm all set on optics but those do look good the one you have!
You might have just found a glory gun where everything just seems to work together. Btw nice shooting.
i said it and i'll say it again. vudoo quality for half the price if you can swing the money buy this. i'm selling all my other 22s
I have 4 lots of sk rifle match, have yet do come to a conclusion though.
Its good stuff.
Thx for replying. That scares me. I’ll stick with my b14r. And I’ll order the carbon next. I’m hooked like you. Try champchoice. Ammo. Great people.
yea to be honest before i started being around people with vudoo i had one in my cart ready to order. again don't get me wrong they are a little more accurate and quality rifles i just wouldn't be able to deal with having all those feeding issues for the money. I get ammo from there whenever they have what i'm looking for in stock.
Just send it to lapua! Free lot testing if you buy a case...no covid price gouging, same price as before...and will be the most accurate! Just ordered a b14r steel complete rifle for $860!!!
Ordered the carbon barrel and a Masterpiece Arms chassis and hoping it’ll out shoot a CZ and a RPR. Thanks for the ammo comparison. With the current state of ammo availability you saved me both time and ammunition.
i see no reason why it won't outshoot 90% or rifles unless you get a lemon lol
Compared to the steel B14 which one is more accurate?
pretty much about the same. carbon looks cooler tho lol
Is there a Runner that can safely be attached to this carbon fiber barrel ?
what do you mean by runner.
@@coreyd1474 My eyes are bad - I meant Tuner - lol
@@kevinschallau1997 on the carbon barrel it would be iffy IMO. i have never seen anyone using a tuner on the carbon version.
SK Rifle Match rarely disappointing.
do you ever weigh your rounds and group them together? thinking about giving that a try to see if it ups the performance any.
@@coreyd1474 I did that on some CCI SV because the good shooters at my matches do it. Personally I didn't see much better groups from the CCI that I separated into tighter weight groups. Give it a shot. I'd like to see what you come up with.
@@TheGoatMumbler yea i figured it can't hurt apart from its extremely tedious and takes forever lol
mine likes SK stndard +, CCI SV, Lapua Cx
I still need to try sk standard
Verygood i from thailand
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How tall are the rings that you are using?
i beliee that mount is 1.12. its a recon sl mount from american defense
Does it come with a scope base?
nope. good thing is most rem 700 bases will work
Now that you have invested in a nice rifle, buy some decent targets.
No way, sticking with what made me famous LOL I dunno I guess I don't see the point in spending a lot of money on paper targets
3:31 LOL
truth
Eley Target is subsonic.
you're right although i get some that crack from time to time.
Dude this is NOT vudoo accuracy lol..vudoos shoot .25 or better at 50 yards..hell even my ruger precision shoots under .35 at 50 and that cost me 450 bucks.
okay
@@coreyd1474 I'm glad you understand. Quit lying to people on UA-cam with your garbage groups.
@@ngirardo86 okay
@@coreyd1474 have you ever had an original thought? I bet you're a millennial lol are you offended??
@@ngirardo86 i bet you're a millennial
Champchoice.
NICE. ordered a brick to try.
Scope is way too high
says who?
Ok boomer...look at what all the prs/nrl pros are using! Pretty high rings are normal nowdays...low height over bore only helps if not using math, and dialing elevation...higher height over bore actually had MANY advantages, for example you have a better line of sight for the path of the bullet...maybe do some research before telling another good shooter they are wrong!!!
@@orsonhumphrey2188 their explanation for this is ALWAYS "something something IN VIETNAM WE HAD something something something" i've seen it on my channel more than a few times and thats always the response.