Bergara B14 Timber

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WinterRanger

Discussion Starter · 21 d ago

A couple of weeks ago I picked up a B14 Timber in 6.5 CR. I'd heard a lot of good things about Bergara and most know their barrels are top notch. I took it to the range last week and went through the barrel brake in process. This is my last 5 shot group at 100 yards bench using 147gr ELD-M, non match LRP, 36.7gr of H4350 and a OAL of 2.8. Pretty standard load from Hodgden. I'd say they make a pretty good rifle. Next I'll try loads that are a little longer so I can get the bullet to the rifling. I wanna see what it can do at 200+. But so far pretty happy.

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JBelk

· #2 · 20 d ago

How do you maintain a good aiming point with bullet holes in it?

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Tnhunter

· #3 · 20 d ago

Congratulations. I'd been looking at the Bergaras about 2yrs ago when Cabela's had some great deals on them. When it came time to actually buy something I did a two day search and ended up with a Sauer M100 in 6.5CM, also a very nice rifle. It was the best priced "good" rifle in .243 or 6.5CM at that moment at $400.

Funny part is that it sat unfired for several months and then ended up with using it as the gift rifle on my gift hunt. As I look back now, I wish I'd purchased one of each at their crazy low prices only 18 months or so ago. From all I saw and read back then, I'm sure that you have a great rifle that is still sold at decent prices.

As far as the 6.5CM is concerned, I don't think it's the greatest thing since peanut butter, but there's nothing wrong with it either and ammo is reasonably priced and I like the heavier 129 & 140gr loads you can get for it. They've sold a bunch of rifles in it and I'm sure ammo will remain available for it, perhaps at the expense of the .260 and 6.5x55.

Enjoy that fine new rifle 👍

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JWSmith1959

· #4 · 20 d ago

WinterRanger said:
A couple of weeks ago I picked up a B14 Timber in 6.5 CR. I'd heard a lot of good things about Bergara and most know their barrels are top notch. I took it to the range last week and went through the barrel brake in process. This is my last 5 shot group at 100 yards bench using 147gr ELD-M, non match LRP, 36.7gr of H4350 and a OAL of 2.8. Pretty standard load from Hodgden. I'd say they make a pretty good rifle. Next I'll try loads that are a little longer so I can get the bullet to the rifling. I wanna see what it can do at 200+. But so far pretty happy. View attachment 108119

I think you need to tighten up that group a bit!

SpirePoint

· #5 · 18 d ago

WinterRanger said:
A couple of weeks ago I picked up a B14 Timber in 6.5 CR. I'd heard a lot of good things about Bergara and most know their barrels are top notch. I took it to the range last week and went through the barrel brake in process. This is my last 5 shot group at 100 yards bench using 147gr ELD-M, non match LRP, 36.7gr of H4350 and a OAL of 2.8. Pretty standard load from Hodgden. I'd say they make a pretty good rifle. Next I'll try loads that are a little longer so I can get the bullet to the rifling. I wanna see what it can do at 200+. But so far pretty happy. View attachment 108119

Why would you change anything for that load for that bullet? I'd even be trying to remember which pair of underwear I had on when I loaded those!

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Brandi

· #6 · 18 d ago

Very nice, a Bergara B14 HMR 6.5 Creedmoor is high on my wishlist. Impressive shooting!

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SpirePoint

· #7 · 17 d ago

Brandi said:
Very nice, a Bergara B14 HMR 6.5 Creedmoor is high on my wishlist. Impressive shooting!

I've got the B14 Ridge in 6.5 PRC. A little more horsepower. It shoots really good, but not quite what WinterRanger got on his target.

HangglideShawn

· #8 · 16 d ago

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After I bought my V22, I bout a B14R with a steel barrel. It shoots really well. I payed $975.00 as I recall.
My only real complaint would be the bolt knob and the trigger unit. I replaced the knob with a Vudoo
knob that had more weight, longer length, smoother surface and better diameter. The other issue is the trigger unit itself. There is no way to open it up and do a simple mod to improve it's performance. It's full of torsion spring's and not typical compression springs. Reassembly would also be a PITA! If you consider a B14R with a steel barrel, I would just figure some cost for the trigger of your choice. I would suggest a Trigger Tech Diamond. I have a Jewell HVR in my Bergara now but the TTD feels just a little nicer. On my V22, you can just see my RED TTD trigger unit below the bolt. Mine has the standard curve in it. It feel great. The Trijicon 5-50x56 scopes could hardly suit my needs any better that they do. They can focus down to 9 yards at 50 power and estimate range out to at least 100 yards. Buy nice gear for yourself. You will enjoy useing it and you will be able to sell it should the need arise.

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crooked creek

· #9 · 13 d ago

HangglideShawn said:
They can focus down to 9 yards at 50 power

At nine yards, just reach out and smack them with the barrel and save the ammo!!

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Brandi

· #10 · 13 d ago

HangglideShawn said:
After I bought my V22, I bout a B14R with a steel barrel. It shoots really well. I payed $975.00 as I recall.
My only real complaint would be the bolt knob and the trigger unit. I replaced the knob with a Vudoo
knob that had more weight, longer length, smoother surface and better diameter. The other issue is the trigger unit itself. There is no way to open it up and do a simple mod to improve it's performance. It's full of torsion spring's and not typical compression springs. Reassembly would also be a PITA! If you consider a B14R with a steel barrel, I would just figure some cost for the trigger of your choice. I would suggest a Trigger Tech Diamond. I have a Jewell HVR in my Bergara now but the TTD feels just a little nicer. On my V22, you can just see my RED TTD trigger unit below the bolt. Mine has the standard curve in it. It feel great. The Trijicon 5-50x56 scopes could hardly suit my needs any better that they do. They can focus down to 9 yards at 50 power and estimate range out to at least 100 yards. Buy nice gear for yourself. You will enjoy useing it and you will be able to sell it should the need arise. View attachment 108136
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Ok, so probably a dumb question but what's the big wheel on the parallax knob for?

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Darkker

· #11 · 12 d ago

Brandi said:
Ok, so probably a dumb question but what's the big wheel on the parallax knob for?

To make it easy to turn.
SFP scope owners aren't used to actually dialing corrections, so it's hard for them to turn the turrets on their scopes.😉😉😆😆

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SpirePoint

· #12 · 12 d ago

Brandi said:
Ok, so probably a dumb question but what's the big wheel on the parallax knob for?

Looks like I was wrong. I thought it was a multi-directional handle for toting your gun to the stand.

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JBelk

· #13 · 12 d ago

I've seen water valves with smaller handles. Is it that hard to turn or they just need the added perimeter for more graduations? I must say I've never seen such a rig anywhere.

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SpirePoint

· #14 · 12 d ago

JBelk said:
I've seen water valves with smaller handles. Is it that hard to turn or they just need the added perimeter for more graduations? I must say I've never seen such a rig anywhere.

I'm not familiar with this setup either. But with this rig, Shawn can probably out-shoot both of us! Maybe with any rig!

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Darkker

· #15 · 12 d ago

They were quite vogue for a while, especially with scopes they have mismatched turret/reticles.

The intent, is to be able to easily fine adjust the parallax. I've had several scopes with difficult knobs when new, but never one I needed any mechanical advantage on.

Horses for courses, I suppose.

Cheers

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JBelk

· #16 · 12 d ago

I prefer lean, slim, stream-lined rifles shaped like a speed boat, but don't need a paddle-wheel on it.

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Hawkeye Hunter

· #17 · 12 d ago

JBelk said:
I've seen water valves with smaller handles. Is it that hard to turn or they just need the added perimeter for more graduations? I must say I've never seen such a rig anywhere.

The purpose of the "sidewinder" wheel is to be able to easily adjust the parallax on a "side focus" scope without moving your head off the stock. Numbers are easier to read & very fine adjustments are much easier while you look through the scope & turn the wheel at the same time. For certain target games they can be very helpful. Hawke Scopes makes quite a few that they actually call "Sidewinders".

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recoil junky

· #18 · 12 d ago

JBelk said:
I've seen water valves with smaller handles. Is it that hard to turn or they just need the added perimeter for more graduations? I must say I've never seen such a rig anywhere.

Hank, you've been out in the timber too long 🙈 😁

Side focus is pretty nice when the ground and dwelling rodents run in the opposite direction at mach 2.

RJ

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Kevinbear

· #19 · 12 d ago

Those big wheels on the side are great when used on airguns to estimate distance, generally used when the scope power is turned up high shooting at little varmints inside 100yds.
I don't think I'd use one on a centerfire scope though, maybe a 22nrl scope.
It never occurred to me to use those repair dots to cover bad shots/fliers WinterRanger, that's clever! ha ha just mess'in with ya

JBelk

· #20 · 11 d ago

I set my AO scopes at the zero range and they stay there. 'Focusing' a rifle scope is a one time operation for me.

To me, 'Shooting' is estimating range, judging wind and controlling body motion. I'd rather not have any help but something steady for the body part. I don't want range finders, graticules, lasers or lights. Just a single crosshair and some magnification and I'll be just fine.

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