ARC's new action - the Nucleus bolt action

[schüler]

American Rifle Company has a new action called the Nucleus (https://www.americanrifle.com/product/nucleus-bolt-action-introductory-price-of-850-through-jan-26-with-deposit-425-non-refundable-deposit/). It features a lot of the ARC Mausingfield's key design elements.

If you want to nerd out on the details there is a "long and unedited" presentation by Ted
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wro5WuprNwE

Quick notes:
Rem 700 trigger/stock compatibility
Controlled feed, Springfield type ejector, solid bolt stop
3-lobe bolt with toroidal lugs, anti-bind rails, 72 degree throw
Interchangeable bolt heads, .223 to .300WM, no .338L
Savage barrel thread, good for pre-fit barrels

I was set on a TAC A1 pbut this offering has permanently derailed that. $850 intro pricing with $250 deposit, delivery estimated this Spring.

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[Grey]

Following this with much interest, the pre-order price is good till Jan 28 I believe so you have a few days to think about it.

[schüler]

Just saw this, Nucleus buyers can purchase the quick change BarLoc for $50, regularly $180.

https://www.americanrifle.com/product/barloc-quick-change-barrel-device-for-nucleus-action-special-nuclear-price-of-50-only-for-nucleus-customers/

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[rjohnson4405]

Not a long range shooter but I thought the Shilen DGR has been doing this for a long time? Differences?

[schüler]

Not a long range shooter but I thought the Shilen DGR has been doing this for a long time? Differences?If you're referring to a caliber/barrel switch feature, yes, those are nothing new. The way that particulular feature is accomplished- with action thread pre-load and the fact it's an optional, bolt-on feature - may be more unique.

If you're talking about the action, the DGR action is said to be based on the Stiller TAC30. At a glance the Nucleus adds controlled feed, larger extractor, reduced throw and a number of arguable mech design advantages for the same or less MSRP.

[Crews]

Yep, I’ve had a Stiller and it really wasn’t anything to write home about compared to something like this. My goodness that is a smokin deal for $850.


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[rjohnson4405]

Thanks for the info guys! Makes it much clearer. I think these are a great idea to increase the flexibility of an action and make it more user serviceable. Make long range shooting much more accessible, custom rigs that have to be sent out are becoming less necessary it seems with these stocks/chassis systems and innovative actions.

[schüler]

Aye.

Personally, the pre-'64 Win 70/FN SPR with their controlled feed, extractors, smooth action and the old school triggers were just fine. Paying a little extra for barrels was no big deal. The problem is aftermarket support and it gets complicated with action bolt spacing over the years. That's one reason KRG, McRees and others declined to offer product, caveat their offerings or only support a narrow model/year range.

I still think the Tikka TAC A1 is an unmatched best bang for the buck if you want one rifle and chambering. Chassis, folder, 2-stage trigger, accuracy, good reliability, decent caliber/barrel choices and great aftermarket support.

The Nucleus's controlled feed, extractor, ejection, barrel/bolt swap, Rem 700 stock compatibility and super robust applied mech engineering carried over from the Mausingfield have me sold. Together with a stock that supports short and long AICS mags I can configure 16" .308 or 28" 6.5-284 without needing two rifles and order pre-fit barrels from a smith that has data on my action. Everything else on the Nucleus list is just icing on the cake.

[LittleLebowski]

Aye.

Personally, the pre-'64 Win 70/FN SPR with their controlled feed, extractors, smooth action and the old school triggers were just fine. Paying a little extra for barrels was no big deal. The problem is aftermarket support and it gets complicated with action bolt spacing over the years. That's one reason KRG, McRees and others declined to offer product, caveat their offerings or only support a narrow model/year range.

I still think the Tikka TAC A1 is an unmatched best bang for the buck if you want one rifle and chambering. Chassis, folder, 2-stage trigger, accuracy, good reliability, decent caliber/barrel choices and great aftermarket support.

The Nucleus's controlled feed, extractor, ejection, barrel/bolt swap, Rem 700 stock compatibility and super robust applied mech engineering carried over from the Mausingfield have me sold. Together with a stock that supports short and long AICS mags I can configure 16" .308 or 28" 6.5-284 without needing two rifles and order pre-fit barrels from a smith that has data on my action. Everything else on the Nucleus list is just icing on the cake.

Wow....my thoughts, your words. We should hang out :D

[Grey]

I'm really finding this hard not to buy... PVA is running a special on a barrel too for 475... all in You could be under 2k with a KRG Bravo... 850 action 50 barloc 475 barrel 389 bravo stock in sako green...

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[schüler]

I know the short action is more practical but the perverse side of me wants to go with the long action.

[schüler]

Special intro pricing on action, bolt heads and BarLoc expires tonight - was extended to January 31.

[Crews]

I’m having a mild heart attack thinking about how much $ I’ve got tied up in my Tikka w/ custom barrel as compared to PVA’s current deal on a barreled action with a Nucleus and a Rock Creek barrel.


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[LittleLebowski]

I wonder what I could sell my SA .308 700 for.... Not sure that it's worth it to have it trued.

[schüler]

...and pricing has been extended to midnight tonight, "12:01am February 2"). ARC suspending Nucleus orders after then and until they are caught up.

Crews, I feel you. I would have been in the same boat a few months from now. I was actually searching for Tikka/WTO SwitchLug compatibility (none at present) when I found the Nucleus release.

Honestly, you won't be missing out on any accuracy or potential teething problems.

Trying hard to resist a 2nd action...

[Grey]

Trying to resist buying one.. but its kinda like a no brainer to get it...

[SecondsCount]

I wonder what I could sell my SA .308 700 for.... Not sure that it's worth it to have it trued.

You're basically polishing a turd. I'm not calling Remington actions turds as I have been shooting them for years, but they lack in a lot of areas when you compare them to the new stuff coming out.

The last one I had trued, about 4 years ago by a local gunsmith, cost $150 and I had $250 into the action so $400 total but it still has a stock bolt knob, large firing pin which craters the small primers in my 6x47L loads, and isn't nearly as tight and smooth as the custom actions.

[Crews]

Crews, I feel you. I would have been in the same boat a few months from now. I was actually searching for Tikka/WTO SwitchLug compatibility (none at present) when I found the Nucleus release.

Honestly, you won't be missing out on any accuracy or potential teething problems.

Trying hard to resist a 2nd action...

There is definitely no shame in the Tikka, it’s absolutely the best stock action to have. And now it is possible to get prefit barrels with a barrel nut from PVA.




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[SecondsCount]

There is definitely no shame in the Tikka, it’s absolutely the best stock action to have. And now it is possible to get prefit barrels with a barrel nut from PVA.




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How is the Tikka the best action to have?

[Crews]

All just my humble opinion here... but they are really smooth and fun to operate. Already have a side bolt release that I like. And they are pretty square right off the line, no need to spend a bunch of bucks at the smith.

I have had gunsmith-worked 700’s and M70’s. While they were nice and worked well, I just like my Tikka action way better.


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[schüler]

Add short bolt throw, solid bolt handle attachment, decent extraction and very good aftermarket support.

A non-X T3 receiver is arguably more rigid for the weight if that's your thing.

[Crews]

http://patriotvalleyarms.com/tikka-and-ruger-american-prefit-barrel

Get a barrel vice, an action wrench, and slap that barrel on in your garage and you’d have a pretty serious rifle!


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[JM Campbell]

Are these shipping yet?


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[schüler]

In early June ARC advised the SA RH w/.308 size blot heada were starting to ship. Other configurations are ramping up for production concurrent with the Basic White Girl .308.

[JM Campbell]

I’ve received my nucleus and borloc system. Went with 308 bolt face and 20moa rail. I also picked up a 6.5 Creedmoor barrel from Sin Arms and planning the rest of the build.

I’m hoping Black Friday has some killer deals on what I need to finish. If anyone has a line on a good sale please let me know.

KRG Bravo stock
Trigger

I am thinking of just running my 2.5-10x vortex off of my 308ar until I save up for some really nice glass.

If you have any suggestions on trigger and stock/chassis let’s hear them.


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