remington model 700 vls .223 review

Picture courtesy of Travis.

Average Ratings

Accuracy	10/10
Handling	9/10
Value for Money	9.5/10
Reviewer Rating	9.8/10
Overall Rating	8.3/10

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By Tackleburry on 7th Jun 2005

Tackleburry's Ratings

Value for money	10/10
Overall value	10/10
Tackleburry's recommendation

Good Points

Low recoil
Versatile Weapon
Accurate
5 shot mag capacity
Very nice finish on the stock

Bad Points

Bit heavy to be carrying for any distance on a field hunt

General Comments

Fitted with a Nikko-Sterling 'Nighteater' 4-16 x 50 scope and a Harris 6-9" bipod, this weapon was purchased for its versatility, as both a competition and a hunting rifle. Ammuntition tested in the Remington Model 700 VLS .223 weapon were PMC 55gr SP and Reminton Express 55gr PSP. It produced consistent groups at range (200m+) after 40 rounds had passed through (with both types of ammo, remington PSP produced marginally better groups), undoubtedly the heavy barrel config of this model aided in the accuracy.

The rifle prooved itself in the field with devastating results on rabbits at range and having no difficulty in dropping a trophy sized Billy at 80m (just lucky to get that close to the big fella I feel). It also produced excellent results on foxes.

Overall, a great weapon, excellent consistent accuracy with flat trajectory out past 200m with the heavier projectile. Also a very nice looking weapon.

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