I have the same exact rifle and the only thing that I changed on it is I replaced the floor plate and bought the Bergara drop out magazine, it dropped right in with no required fitting. It comes with the magazine and you can purchase extra magazines also. I love this rifle!
I'll look into that. Thank you for sharing. I was thinking of doing a Magpul bottom metal, but I'll check into what Bergara has. This thing really shoots great!
@@JimmyChrisawn They are in stock on GunBroker right now and they sell out fast, you'll have to select the short action for 7mm 08 rifle. They're well made and have worked flawlessly for me.
I have this rifle in 6.5 cm. Smallest 3 shot group to date @100yds is .280. It'll shoot .375 to .500 all day. It is completely stock except or a pad to improve cheek weld and to align my eye up to the scope. It is heavy, but it has what I would call a cross between a sporter barrel and bull barrel. Best rifle I've ever owned for the money.
That's excellent! Thank you for sharing. I hope I can get mine tuned in that well. Pretty consistent under .650 - .750 with 140gr Accubonds. I ordered some Hammer bullets to try.
Have the same rifle chambered for 300 PRC. Very impressed so far. Accuracy is great . I shoot nothing but Hornady bullets and the 225 ELD M and 212 ELD X are fantastic. Especially my 212 hand load for hunting
@@JimmyChrisawn Good day Sir So far I’m very happy with the 300 PRC cartridge. Seems to be a great choice for a shooter looking for a 300 magnum. Found it easy to load for and is very accurate. Recoil is like my model 70 300 Win mag which is another excellent cartridge. I wanted to shoot heavy bullets without the twist and mag constraints of my old Win rifle. My Bergara B 14 has been extremely accurate and I believe I made the right choice picking that rifle. Want to know anything else just let me know? Take Care
Thank you for your videos. You have done a great review in your rifles. I am going to purchase a 7mmPRC. Either a Weatherby 307 or Bergara B-14 Squared Crest. I have done a lot of research on both these rifles except shooting them. Since very new rifles hard to get your hands on them. But what are your thoughts on these rifles and which would you favor more. If I purchase the weatheby I will replace with a carbon stock like Pure Precision. Thank you for you advice.
Hi Jim, i bought a b-14 ridge for 550. Before tax at Dicks as they were selling out of there hunting stock chambered in 300 Winchester mag. I put a vortex diamondback hp 4-16x42 scope on it and can't wait to shoot it, do you recommend the barrel break in? Thanks for your review!
Yes I do recommend a barrel break in. Give it a good cleaning first thing and begin with a clean dry bore. They have a break in procedure on their website or I can recommend one I've used for years and it seems to get good results. Let me know how it goes. That was a good buy and it looks like you have a good setup. I like the diamondback series from Vortex. I cannot recommend a better bore cleaner than Bore Tech Eliminator Gun Cleaning Solvent. It's hands down the best I have ever used. All of their products are excellent and their copper solvent is excellent. No odors to boot. Good luck and enjoy.
Great review, thank you. Do you know of any of the specific differences between the b14 ridge and the b14 hunter? The ridge is a little more expensive I know but I’m not sure what you are getting for that. Their website site didn’t outline the differences very well. I have read in forums that the ridge is a little heavier and could be classed between a hunting rifle and a prs meaning that you could take more shots at a range before needing to let it cool down. Do you have any information that confirms or adds to me findings? God bless
The Ridge has a couple more chambering options, heavier barrel profile, threaded barrel, a changeable bolt knob (comes with larger/tactical style) and of course the heavier barrel profile adds a bit more weight. Compared to the Hunter the Ridge is a bit less balanced tending to be a bit heavy to the front. Hope this helps
The stock is great when firing the rifle. It is solid and well made. The recoil pad isn't the best, however the 7mm08 doesn't really have a lot of recoil. I do replace stocks. I have some videos upcoming on a few options I use for stocks and chassis.
Hi I was looking at one of these rifles but am looking at 3 other rifles can you help decide which you think is best. 1. 1987 Remington 700 deluxe 30/06 2. Tikka T3x Roughtech 30/06 3. Weatherby 307 30/06 4 Bergara B14 30/06 Or do you recommend something different I like 30/06 but different caliber is fine I live in Northern California so mostly for deer.
The four you listed are all excellent choices. I honestly think the Tikka and or the 307 would be my picks. The 30-06 is a time proven cartridge. If you reload it becomes and even better option. On the other side, if you don't reload, there are a lot of good factory loaded ammo options. It and the 308 are likely the most popular calibers with the most readily available options for factory ammo. Don't overlook the 308 as a option as it preforms very closely to the 30-06 in a shorter action and a slightly lighter rifle. Let me know what you chose, I'll be interested to hear.
I have owned Tikka and Bergara and out of the 2, I would go with Tikka, hands down. I have a Tikka CTR and a Bergara B-14 HMR. My Bergara averages somewhere around 1.1-1.2 MOA for 5-shot groups with the best handloads I could work up for it. My Tikka on the other hand averages slightly under 0.5 MOA for 5-shot groups and is considerably lighter. That said, if you only care about what your gun looks like, the Bergara has a better looking stock. That's about the only good thing I can say about the Bergara.
I have a B-14 HMR in 308, it shoots like absolute crap. All Bergara would do for me was retorque the action screws (which were already torqued to their spec using a calibrated torque wrench before sending it to them), shoot a couple of 3-shot groups through it (one of which was 0.98 MOA) and send it back to me without even telling me they were sending it. I was away on vacation and had to pay the courier to hold it to avoid having it returned to sender. Anyway, it still shoots like crap and I'm stuck with a $1,000+ paperweight.
That's quite disturbing to hear. I only have the one Bergara rifle and I'm really glad it seems to be pretty good, however time will tell. I believe I would have a reputable gun smith evaluate it and send them the results. I know it's more money out of pocket, however it might be the best route to take to get something done. Good luck and keep me posted if you will. I'll be very interested to see how it turns out.
@@JimmyChrisawn Yeah, I took it to my gunsmith after Bergara wouldn't do anything to help me. When I showed him the groups I was getting with the gun he told me I should send it in to Bergara because they'd "want that gun back". When I told him I already had and they did nothing about it he was pretty shocked. Anyway, he is talking this Bergara rep to see if he can actually get them do something about getting the gun replaced/fixed.
Thank you so much for the update! That's great! Sometimes the local rep can get something done especially when a gunsmith has their attention. I hope they resolve this for you. Please continue to keep me posted. I'm really interested in what they do.
Real good review. Thanks.
Thanks for watching!
I have the same exact rifle and the only thing that I changed on it is I replaced the floor plate and bought the Bergara drop out magazine, it dropped right in with no required fitting. It comes with the magazine and you can purchase extra magazines also. I love this rifle!
I'll look into that. Thank you for sharing. I was thinking of doing a Magpul bottom metal, but I'll check into what Bergara has. This thing really shoots great!
@@JimmyChrisawn They are in stock on GunBroker right now and they sell out fast, you'll have to select the short action for 7mm 08 rifle. They're well made and have worked flawlessly for me.
One ordered! Thank you
I think you may have sold me on this rifle. Thanks! God bless!
Thank you, I really enjoy mine.
I have this rifle in 6.5 cm. Smallest 3 shot group to date @100yds is .280. It'll shoot .375 to .500 all day. It is completely stock except or a pad to improve cheek weld and to align my eye up to the scope. It is heavy, but it has what I would call a cross between a sporter barrel and bull barrel. Best rifle I've ever owned for the money.
That's excellent! Thank you for sharing. I hope I can get mine tuned in that well. Pretty consistent under .650 - .750 with 140gr Accubonds. I ordered some Hammer bullets to try.
I have the same rifle 7mm mag great rifle 👍
Thank you for sharing. I love the 7mm08 in mine for sure. It loves 140gr Nosler Accubond's on top of IMR4350.
Have the same rifle chambered for 300 PRC. Very impressed so far. Accuracy is great . I shoot nothing but Hornady bullets and the 225 ELD M and 212 ELD X are fantastic. Especially my 212 hand load for hunting
How do you like 300PRC? I've been using a 300 H&H for the last 45+ for my 30 cal hunter.
@@JimmyChrisawn
Good day Sir
So far I’m very happy with the 300 PRC cartridge. Seems to be a great choice for a shooter looking for a 300 magnum. Found it easy to load for and is very accurate. Recoil is like my model 70 300 Win mag which is another excellent cartridge.
I wanted to shoot heavy bullets without the twist and mag constraints of my old Win rifle. My Bergara B 14 has been extremely accurate and I believe I made the right choice picking that rifle. Want to know anything else just let me know?
Take Care
I'll look into it in the spring when the weather here in Wyoming breaks. Thank you for replying. I may have questions down the road.
@@JimmyChrisawn
10 4
Thank you for your videos. You have done a great review in your rifles. I am going to purchase a 7mmPRC. Either a Weatherby 307 or Bergara B-14 Squared Crest. I have done a lot of research on both these rifles except shooting them. Since very new rifles hard to get your hands on them. But what are your thoughts on these rifles and which would you favor more. If I purchase the weatheby I will replace with a carbon stock like Pure Precision. Thank you for you advice.
If it were me, owning both brands of rifle, I would go with the Weatherby 307. I've been very pleased with mine.
Hi Jim, i bought a b-14 ridge for 550. Before tax at Dicks as they were selling out of there hunting stock chambered in 300 Winchester mag. I put a vortex diamondback hp 4-16x42 scope on it and can't wait to shoot it, do you recommend the barrel break in? Thanks for your review!
Yes I do recommend a barrel break in. Give it a good cleaning first thing and begin with a clean dry bore. They have a break in procedure on their website or I can recommend one I've used for years and it seems to get good results. Let me know how it goes. That was a good buy and it looks like you have a good setup. I like the diamondback series from Vortex. I cannot recommend a better bore cleaner than Bore Tech Eliminator Gun Cleaning Solvent. It's hands down the best I have ever used. All of their products are excellent and their copper solvent is excellent. No odors to boot. Good luck and enjoy.
What is your barrel length?
If i could ask
Thank you for the question, 7mm08 is 22" medium weight 1-9.5 twist
Great review, thank you. Do you know of any of the specific differences between the b14 ridge and the b14 hunter? The ridge is a little more expensive I know but I’m not sure what you are getting for that. Their website site didn’t outline the differences very well. I have read in forums that the ridge is a little heavier and could be classed between a hunting rifle and a prs meaning that you could take more shots at a range before needing to let it cool down. Do you have any information that confirms or adds to me findings?
God bless
The Ridge has a couple more chambering options, heavier barrel profile, threaded barrel, a changeable bolt knob (comes with larger/tactical style) and of course the heavier barrel profile adds a bit more weight. Compared to the Hunter the Ridge is a bit less balanced tending to be a bit heavy to the front. Hope this helps
@@JimmyChrisawn thanks, I ended up getting the hunter in 30-06 with a Steiner scope.
Which rifle received your highest rating the weatherby 370 or Bergara ?
@@djl0fne The 307 for sure! It feels like a quality rifle and the Bergara, compared, feels less refined and cheaper.
@@JimmyChrisawn I’m trying to decide between b-14 hmr and weatherby 307
How do you find that stock when firing it? Do you replace your stocks ever?
The stock is great when firing the rifle. It is solid and well made. The recoil pad isn't the best, however the 7mm08 doesn't really have a lot of recoil. I do replace stocks. I have some videos upcoming on a few options I use for stocks and chassis.
I look forward to seeing them!
@@JimmyChrisawn
Hi I was looking at one of these rifles but am looking at 3 other rifles can you help decide which you think is best.
1. 1987 Remington 700 deluxe 30/06
2. Tikka T3x Roughtech 30/06
3. Weatherby 307 30/06
4 Bergara B14 30/06
Or do you recommend something different I like 30/06 but different caliber is fine I live in Northern California so mostly for deer.
The four you listed are all excellent choices. I honestly think the Tikka and or the 307 would be my picks. The 30-06 is a time proven cartridge. If you reload it becomes and even better option. On the other side, if you don't reload, there are a lot of good factory loaded ammo options. It and the 308 are likely the most popular calibers with the most readily available options for factory ammo. Don't overlook the 308 as a option as it preforms very closely to the 30-06 in a shorter action and a slightly lighter rifle. Let me know what you chose, I'll be interested to hear.
I have owned Tikka and Bergara and out of the 2, I would go with Tikka, hands down. I have a Tikka CTR and a Bergara B-14 HMR. My Bergara averages somewhere around 1.1-1.2 MOA for 5-shot groups with the best handloads I could work up for it. My Tikka on the other hand averages slightly under 0.5 MOA for 5-shot groups and is considerably lighter. That said, if you only care about what your gun looks like, the Bergara has a better looking stock. That's about the only good thing I can say about the Bergara.
I have a B-14 HMR in 308, it shoots like absolute crap. All Bergara would do for me was retorque the action screws (which were already torqued to their spec using a calibrated torque wrench before sending it to them), shoot a couple of 3-shot groups through it (one of which was 0.98 MOA) and send it back to me without even telling me they were sending it. I was away on vacation and had to pay the courier to hold it to avoid having it returned to sender. Anyway, it still shoots like crap and I'm stuck with a $1,000+ paperweight.
That's quite disturbing to hear. I only have the one Bergara rifle and I'm really glad it seems to be pretty good, however time will tell. I believe I would have a reputable gun smith evaluate it and send them the results. I know it's more money out of pocket, however it might be the best route to take to get something done. Good luck and keep me posted if you will. I'll be very interested to see how it turns out.
@@JimmyChrisawn Yeah, I took it to my gunsmith after Bergara wouldn't do anything to help me. When I showed him the groups I was getting with the gun he told me I should send it in to Bergara because they'd "want that gun back". When I told him I already had and they did nothing about it he was pretty shocked. Anyway, he is talking this Bergara rep to see if he can actually get them do something about getting the gun replaced/fixed.
Thank you so much for the update! That's great! Sometimes the local rep can get something done especially when a gunsmith has their attention. I hope they resolve this for you. Please continue to keep me posted. I'm really interested in what they do.
@@JimmyChrisawn Will do. I'll keep you in the loop.
Thank you for being willing to do this.