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Gunwerks New Nexus Rifle.. switch barrel,,
      #366833 - 18/06/22 05:32 AM

I can already hear the shouts of blasphemy on this..

https://www.gunwerks.com/shop/nexus-rifle-system-23171?category=43#attr=3478,3482,3480,3527,3531,3537,3612

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Re: Gunwerks New Nexus Rifle.. switch barrel,, [Re: Ripp]
      #366834 - 18/06/22 05:58 AM

Ripp,

Thanks for posting. That is an interesting, takedown rifle.

It seems that a number of speciality rifles use barrel extensions with replaceable bolt heads which allows light weight. unstressed actions and quick barrel changes.

I am not sure why they selected 20" barrels for the high power cartridges listed. Any thoughts?

Are the barrels carbon fiber wrapped which many high end manufacturers are using to lower weight and improve accuracy by stiffening the barrel? If so, I missed that.

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Re: Gunwerks New Nexus Rifle.. switch barrel,, [Re: 85lc]
      #366835 - 18/06/22 06:55 AM

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Ripp,

Thanks for posting. That is an interesting, takedown rifle.

It seems that a number of speciality rifles use barrel extensions with replaceable bolt heads which allows light weight. unstressed actions and quick barrel changes.

I am not sure why they selected 20" barrels for the high power cartridges listed. Any thoughts?

Are the barrels carbon fiber wrapped which many high end manufacturers are using to lower weight and improve accuracy by stiffening the barrel? If so, I missed that.




I actually called the earlier this week and visited with a contact I know in the company.. you can choose a 20 or 24" barrel.. The reason I was given and also told when I last attended one of their schools was if you get a 24" barrel and add a 6 to 8" can, many would find that very long and cumbersome ..so the 20" option is available.. When I have trained with them the guns we use in class were always 20" barrels ... however it was shooting the 6.5CM ..Not sure how much velocity one would lose in the 6.5PRC.. I was told 100FPS BUT, I have to believe it would be a bit more than that.. even using just 35fps/in it's closer to 150fps..

YES. barrels are carbon fiber --and all in house.. At one time they had a contract with PROOF but have now gone to ALL built in-house.. Was told it was a supply issue.. have a feeling it was also a competitor issue as Proof offers a very nice rifle as well at a very similar price point..

BTW--the prices shown on the chart usually are including a scope.. either Kahles or Leupold I believe..



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Re: Gunwerks New Nexus Rifle.. switch barrel,, [Re: Ripp]
      #366836 - 18/06/22 08:33 AM

For a hard work, rough country or environment these would really shine.
I'm not much at all into muzzle breaks & silencers are a BIG No-No over here.
The only thing I see is the second finger getting whacked in recoil if they have bigger calibres with your finger hard up behind the trigger guard - guess that's why they have muzzle brakes!
just my 2c's worth

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Re: Gunwerks New Nexus Rifle.. switch barrel,, [Re: 93x64mm]
      #366856 - 18/06/22 09:18 PM

Don't see the need for the muzzle brake.

It's is switch barrels not a takedown Look at that lengthy thingee on the bottom of the forend. Boring chamberings choices.

At least it's not too ugly.

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Re: Gunwerks New Nexus Rifle.. switch barrel,, [Re: NitroX]
      #366858 - 18/06/22 10:59 PM

mmmm another invention looking for a market.
If they have found a market, they may survive, if not,

Interesting, but I will stick with my present armory.

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Re: Gunwerks New Nexus Rifle.. switch barrel,, [Re: crshelton]
      #366861 - 19/06/22 02:00 AM

Ripp,
Good update. While I am not in the market for another rifle, if I were, I would be interested inthis rifle.

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Re: Gunwerks New Nexus Rifle.. switch barrel,, [Re: NitroX]
      #366865 - 19/06/22 04:01 AM

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Don't see the need for the muzzle brake.

It's is switch barrels not a takedown Look at that lengthy thingee on the bottom of the forend. Boring chamberings choices.

At least it's not too ugly.



Actually the 6.5PRC is a great caliber..have used it the past couple of seasons.. pretty much a ballistic twin of the .264Win Mag.. a bit more efficient .. surprisingly easy to reload for .. and accurate ...

If most of your shots are under 50 yards it might be boring..

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Re: Gunwerks New Nexus Rifle.. switch barrel,, [Re: crshelton]
      #366867 - 19/06/22 04:10 AM

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mmmm another invention looking for a market.
If they have found a market, they may survive, if not,

Interesting, but I will stick with my present armory.



Gunwerks has been around for nearly 30 years.. Their schools are consistently sold out every week.. they just build an additional facility. Pretty sure they will do just fine without additional monetary input on your part..

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Re: Gunwerks New Nexus Rifle.. switch barrel,, [Re: Ripp]
      #366868 - 19/06/22 06:50 AM

Gunwerks has been around for nearly 30 years.." And they are new to me.
Obviously not active in the same circles as I. They in Wyoming and I in Central Texas.

No loss either way.

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Re: Gunwerks New Nexus Rifle.. switch barrel,, [Re: crshelton]
      #366869 - 19/06/22 07:27 AM

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Gunwerks has been around for nearly 30 years.." And they are new to me.
Obviously not active in the same circles as I. They in Wyoming and I in Central Texas.

No loss either way.



The beauty of that is the internet is in both..and has been for nearly as lo g as Gunwerks

My point is more so, if people don't like something posted, move on..Don't buy it..simple as that..

All the negative comments get old..Not my deal, not my caliber. Well don't buy it or read it..

People find fault like there is a reward for it

OR

Put up posts of what interests you..crazy concept I know..

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Re: Gunwerks New Nexus Rifle.. switch barrel,, [Re: Ripp]
      #366870 - 19/06/22 08:11 AM

Ripp,
I get it.
Did not mean to be negative. I wish them well. At least I am now aware they exist.

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Re: Gunwerks New Nexus Rifle.. switch barrel,, [Re: crshelton]
      #366873 - 19/06/22 09:52 AM

Interesting rifle...but then I usually find rifles I cannot afford interesting.

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Re: Gunwerks New Nexus Rifle.. switch barrel,, [Re: ThreeThreeEight]
      #366893 - 20/06/22 01:18 AM

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Interesting rifle...but then I usually find rifles I cannot afford interesting.



I have kicked that dog around for a lot of years ..Have shot most of their models a fair amount...there is more to them than meets the eye..stock design..bolt design..simplicity of takedown..etc...all a big part..I

I shot the Magnus model last time in 6.5 CM.. was able to call my own shots out to 1200 yrds..The suppressor and stock design were a big factor in that...From what I have read, this one allows for that even more...I really want to get down there and try one out..their shop is only a few hours away...

For what it is, price is very similar to competitors such as Proof and other companies doing several builds...I built a custom with a Proof barrel 4 years ago Defiance action..carbon fiber stock..is a tack driver..in 28 Nosler..only rifle I have used for elk or big game since..but...I have about the same amount of money in it as one of these ..

For those pressed for time they can help a lot..they develop the loads put it all together and put the custom turret on ...1000 yards out of the box ..

Have to be honest, thinking I'm going to order one..Have talked ro the rep twice now gathering information..will advise...

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Re: Gunwerks New Nexus Rifle.. switch barrel,, [Re: Ripp]
      #366897 - 20/06/22 07:48 AM

Ripp,
In reading your comments, I sensed that you were getting more and more interested as you thought about that rifle. It is a nice rifle.

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Re: Gunwerks New Nexus Rifle.. switch barrel,, [Re: 85lc]
      #366906 - 20/06/22 09:30 PM

If we all like the same thing then it would be a boring old world.
As to "For those pressed for time they can help a lot..they develop the loads put it all together and put the custom turret on ...1000 yards out of the box .."
Now that is service!
I reckon she ticks all your boxes Ripp....go for it mate!
Really like to see what you could do with a rig like that!

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Re: Gunwerks New Nexus Rifle.. switch barrel,, [Re: 93x64mm]
      #366920 - 21/06/22 03:00 AM

Ripp......I'll look forward to hearing more on this rifle if you order one.

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Re: Gunwerks New Nexus Rifle.. switch barrel,, [Re: 85lc]
      #366921 - 21/06/22 03:52 AM

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Ripp,
In reading your comments, I sensed that you were getting more and more interested as you thought about that rifle. It is a nice rifle.




To be 100% honest, have been interested for years.. BUT, felt like many still do today. Felt I can built the same on my own, just as good for less money.. YES and NO.. ALL depends on what you are looking for, for what purpose, etc..

I attended my first LR Shooting class with them around 2014..Asked the instructor that very question one day during a break.. I have attended a few since, in fact wrote an article about their school that was published in the Nov issue I believe of HUNT ALASKA MAGAZINE...

This model offers some of what their past rifles had along with new innovative features I appreciate. For where I live and what I hunt, this would work really well. But then so would about a dozen of my other rifles..

GW's is in the forefront of technology. To some that is undesirable, to me it's not.. I can appreciate guns and gear for what they are and what they were when developed and sold. Really enjoy the old Winchesters, bolts and levers.. Love doubles and their history... Really enjoy SXS shotguns, handguns..and AR style rifles/pistol configurations..

I really like reaching out and touching targets at 1000 yards and beyond.. To me that's fun.. Have no plans on shooting game at long range. And to me, long range on game is past 600 yards.. Elk hunting, I have shot bulls as close as 3 yards with my bow.. have also taken them just past 600 on the other side of a canyon with my 300RUM.. Have also shot dozens under 200 yards or less.. many under 100.. sneaking through the woods after a fresh snowfall or while its snowing is pure magic in my mind..

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Re: Gunwerks New Nexus Rifle.. switch barrel,, [Re: Ripp]
      #366931 - 21/06/22 04:57 PM

Blah! Plastic smastik! S0


What's with the sudden American fascination with 6.5s? Have they suddenly discovered metric?!

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Re: Gunwerks New Nexus Rifle.. switch barrel,, [Re: NitroX]
      #366939 - 21/06/22 10:43 PM

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Blah! Plastic smastik! S0


What's with the sudden American fascination with 6.5s? Have they suddenly discovered metric?!



Well..hasn't been so sudden..has been for quite some time now..read a good article about that just yesterday actually.

The long range competitions was the main driving force behind the popularity.. now it seems the 6mm's are gaining equal or more traction..

As to the 6.5 fascination, the Creedmoor just took it to the next level others couldn't figure out..

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Re: Gunwerks New Nexus Rifle.. switch barrel,, [Re: Ripp]
      #367001 - 23/06/22 01:28 AM

6.5 PRC - Magnumized 6.5 Creedmoor

https://www.gunsandammo.com/editorial/ho...reedmoor/247602

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Re: Gunwerks New Nexus Rifle.. switch barrel,, [Re: Ripp]
      #367012 - 23/06/22 02:59 AM

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As to the 6.5 fascination, the Creedmoor just took it to the next level others couldn't figure out..



Reduced recoil has been an attractant for some years now, due perhaps, to a "more recoil sensitive" generation?


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Re: Gunwerks New Nexus Rifle.. switch barrel,, [Re: DarylS]
      #367014 - 23/06/22 03:19 AM

Quote:

Quote:


As to the 6.5 fascination, the Creedmoor just took it to the next level others couldn't figure out..



Reduced recoil has been an attractant for some years now, due perhaps, to a "more recoil sensitive" generation?




Sadly ..probably true..

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Re: Gunwerks New Nexus Rifle.. switch barrel,, [Re: Ripp]
      #367023 - 23/06/22 09:08 AM

LOL. 15,000 rounds of .458 did my right shoulder in. I'm still shooting the .375/06IMP at a little better than 1912 .375 H&H ballistics, though.
It's quite manageable with the muzzle break, tuned to 300gr. at 2,472fps.
It does OK with 270's at 2,650fps as well.
That's my little deer rifle.
For big deer, I use the 14 bore.

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Re: Gunwerks New Nexus Rifle.. switch barrel,, [Re: DarylS]
      #367027 - 23/06/22 10:08 AM

Jeez Daryl_S...15,000 rounds of .458! What were you doing, practicing for a job if they ever start culling ele again in Zimbabwe?

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