Aquila
Precision Firearms specializes in hunting and hunting style rifles.
We can build them in practically any configuration to meet the
shooters needs. Most of these rifles will shoot .250 groups or
better at 100 yards with the work described below, proper optics,
and the proper skill level. We guarantee them to shoot .5 MOA.
There are a lot
of options available for these style rifles in order to fit them to
the shooters needs and preferences. Most of them will be listed on
this page to assist in making the proper choices. Also there is a
checklist at the bottom of the page.
The following
are item and option that are the anatomy of a true custom Hunting
rifle.
Action
and Bolt
We start with a
new Remington Action and incorporate very meticulous machining
methods to blue print the action and bolt. The Bolt and firing pin
is bushed to remove any slop so that everything is concentric with
the bore of the barrel to ensure repeatable ignition. We also offer
a PTG manufactured bolt that is already trued. A 3-position bolt
safety is also a great option for a hunting rifle. It actually
locks the firing pin vs the trigger.
A major problem
with hunting style rifles is the manner in which the bolt is
attached. Just knocking the rifle over can break off the bolt
handle. As an option, we can tig weld the bolt handles to the bolt
to ensure the handles stay attached during extreme abuse.
Aquila also
utilizes custom actions that do not require any truing work. Some of
them are pricey but deliver quality results. Since there is no
truing work required on a custom action, sometimes it pays to use
one if starting from scratch. If a custom action is desired, there
is a large selection to choose from. We also carry some in stock
and are listed at the bottom of the page.
Triggers
We have settled
with three brands that offer great performance and reliability -
Timney, Rifle basix and Jewel. This is an important option on any
rifle. It doesn’t make the rifle any more accurate; it helps the
shooter, shoot better. It is almost impossible to shoot accurately
with a heavy trigger pull and excess creep. We no long adjust the
Remington triggers due to liability and quality reasons.
Barrels
Hunting rifles
usually incorporate a heavy style barrel from a quality
manufacture. Aquila’s preferred barrel manufacturer is Mike Rock.
There are other barrel makers available that also make great
products. However, we try to offer better turnaround times than
other rifle makers and we can get these barrels in a timely manner.
To properly fit
a barrel to an action is a very meticulous pains taking job. We
developed several operations that have allowed us to produce
consistently accurate rifles and incorporate these into every rifle
we make. There is a huge difference in a gunsmith that doesn’t
understand the dynamics of a gun barrel and machinist that takes all
of the dynamics into consideration when machining and fitting it to
the receiver and chambering. Even the best barrel will not shoot
well if not proper machined.
The crown is
the last part of the barrel the bullet touches before it heads down
range and it has to be perfect. We machine them so that they are
perfectly concentric with the last few inches of the bore and the
bullet makes full contact all the way around as it leaves the
barrel.
Other barrel
options are muzzle brakes and fluting. Muzzle brakes are a must for
some of the larger magnum calibers but may not be needed for the
smaller ones. This is up to the preference of the shooter. Our
brakes reduce the felt recoil up to 50%, this is a huge option for
some of the larger calibers.
Barrel fluting
reduces the weight and looks great. It does not offer greater
barrel rigidity as widely touted.
Stocks
As with most of
the components of the hunting rifle, a quality stock must be used in
order to produce accuracy and comfort to the shooter.
Aquila normally
uses H-S Precision and Manners. We also go with other makers that
our customers prefer. Both these companies offer very high quality
products that we can get in short order in order to stay with our
short deliver times.
There are a
number of after market bottom metal producers available to meet
every requirement. Some of them are listed below under options.
Aquila can also
outfit the rifles with rings, bases, scopes and any other
accessories that are required.
Coatings
Aquila uses
Duracoat for most applications. We have found it to be a very
versatile and durable finish. We go to great lengths to ensure
every coating job is perfect, from metal prep to the final
spraying. Just bead blasting the metal and spraying the coating
isn’t enough to produce a good-looking finish that will last.
As detailed in
our coating section, there are a lot of options, colors, and solid
or camo patterns…. Even pink. Just let us know what is required.
Hunting Rifle
The Hunting Rifle
package and all the features listed below and have several choices
available to meet the shooters needs. If the rifle is not in stock,
our turn around time is normally 4 weeks from the time all the
components have been received. Below are just some of the features
available.
Compare our
standard features to the others
Features:
-
Calibers -
223 to 338 Remington Ultra mag (larger calibers available with
custom actions)
-
Remington
Action
-
Match grade
barrel
-
Blue
printed Action and bolt
-
Bush bolt
-
Bushed
Firing Pin
-
Badger Bolt
knob or custom made
-
Hunting
Stock with an integral aluminum-bedding block (HS – Precision)
-
Timney
Trigger
-
Dura Coat
Coating (one color)
-
Base Price
- Hunting Rifle $2200.00
Upgrades
and Options
| Add: Manner
Stock |
(See Options)
|
| Add: Jewel
Trigger |
$120.00 |
| 3 Position
Bolt Safety |
$225.00 |
|
Tig weld bolt handle |
75.00 |
| Barrel
Fluting |
$150.00 |
| Muzzle
Brake |
$150.00 |
| Removable
brake w/Thread Protector |
$150.00 |
| Camo
Coating 3 colors on metal and stock |
$275.00 |
Manners Stock Choices and options:
Manners
|
MCS-GAT |
$475.00 |
|
MCS-T |
$435.00 |
|
MCS-T1 |
$485.00 |
|
MCS-T2-( fixed cheek - fixed
butt ) |
$495.00 |
|
MCS-T2A-( Terry Cross
adjustable cheek - fixed butt ) |
$635.00 |
|
MCS-T3 |
$485.00 |
|
MCS-T4-( fixed cheek - fixed
butt ) |
$499.00 |
|
MCS-T4A-( Terry Cross
adjustable cheek - fixed butt ) |
$645.00 |
|
MCS-T50 |
$880.00 |
Options for
hunting stocks
| Install
sling stud per customer location |
$6.50 each |
| 1" QD sling
swivels for studs |
$5.50 each |
| Install
flush cup base ( cups will be screwed to steel plates
inside of the stock at time of build ) |
$15.00 each |
| 1" or 1
1/4" sling loops for flush cup base |
$9.60 each |
| Clear coat
gel option with one coat of clear automotive finish |
$200.00 |
| Single
textured non standard color |
$40.00 |
| Digital
Camo 3 color |
starting at $145.00 |
| 90% carbon
fiber shell |
$55.00 |
| Build up
rear tang area for non standard action inlet |
$55.00 |
Be sure to take
your time in choosing options and configurations that will best fit
your personal preferences. Please call if you have any questions.
Aquila is the
next generation rifle builder that provides extremely accurate
rifles.
Thanks
Chris Lukenbaugh
Owner
