SHILEN 7MM REM MAG & ZERMATT ORIGIN BUILD

Customer Testimonial (1200 x 630 px) (24)

David from Colorado recently sent us photos and results from his latest 7mm Rem Mag build using a Shilen barrel and a Zermatt Arms Origin action purchased from Northland Shooters Supply.

Build Components:

–    26” Shilen Stainless Select Match- Small Shank- Heavy Sporter Contour- 7mm Rem Mag- 9 Twist with Muzzle Thread 

–    Zermatt Arms Origin- Long Action- Beadblast Finish 

–    NSS Squared and Trued Barrel Nut 

–    NSS 9/16”-24 Thread Protector 

–    Cerakote On the Barrel And Nut in Sniper Green 

Here is what David had to say about his build:

“Well here’s an update on my newest build. Actually it’s my personal fourth and I have helped a couple of friends in the area with their builds, so figure about four more.

My build started out with one of your Zermatt Origin stainless steel actions, I went with one of your 26” Shilen stainless steel match barrels in 7mm Remington Magnum, cerakoted in sniper green and threaded, just in case I decide to put a “can” on it in the future. NSS cerakoted the barrel and barrel nut. 

I used a Boyds Agility laminated stock and pillar bedded the action with Charley Robinson’s Score High adjustable pillars and Brownells Acraglass gel bedding, for a very solid foundation. A Trigger Tech Primary single stage trigger, which breaks like glass. And topped the rifle off with an Arken EPL-4 4×16 44mm in first focal plane.

And here’s the result of my first day at the range. After I got it printed on target, here’s the result of my third set, of three rounds, one ragged hole, using a 175 grain HPBT from Sierra with 57.0 grains on IMR 4350. It was a little too bright and my chronograph malfunctioned. So I’ll have to repeat my testing, when the weather and smoke break out here in the West! 

I’m going to work up a load with a Nosler 175 grain Accubond, as I’m planning on taking it for a walk this fall, looking for another elk.

Thanks for your great products once again.”

We always appreciate customers taking the time to share their builds—it’s what makes this community what it is.

If you’re planning your next rifle build or upgrading your current setup, we’re here to help you get it dialed in. And if you’ve got a build you’d like to share, we’d love to see it.