Christensen Arms Mesa 6.5prc range day 2 review

[muley freak]

I've been really interested in the Mesa for a lightweight, long range hunting rifle. Just wondering, what's the difference between the Mesa and Ridgeline and is it worth the price difference?

 

[okie man]

$600 for the same weight rifle with a trick carbon fiber barrel.

 

[muley freak]

Can anybody with both rifles , tell me which is better for the money?

 

[adk hunter]

Factory available breaks from manufacturer differ too.

 

[muley freak]

Ok, thanks for the replies.

 

[ruby76]

My CA Mesa 6.5 PRC is shooting under 1/2" with 57 grains of H1000, virgin ADG brass, F210M primers and a 156 berger loaded to 2.975 coal which is approx .090 off. I only have 30 rounds down it so it will likely speed up, its at 2820 now.

 

[muley freak]

Do you know how long the mag box is?

 

[ruby76]

Do you know how long the mag box is?

Not much room left but haven't measured exactly.

 

[SteveBurton]

My mag box is 3.060. It's bigger than a wyatts box my buddy has on his custom 6.5PRC and also the corners are more square.

 

[SteveBurton]

My CA Mesa 6.5 PRC is shooting under 1/2" with 57 grains of H1000, virgin ADG brass, F210M primers and a 156 berger loaded to 2.975 coal which is approx .090 off. I only have 30 rounds down it so it will likely speed up, its at 2820 now.

what elevation are you at?
Did you try the 215Ms?
I'm at 1500 and don't know if 2820 would stabilize the 156s.

 

[ruby76]

what elevation are you at?
Did you try the 215Ms?
I'm at 1500 and don't know if 2820 would stabilize the 156s.

I was shooting at 1300 and they were stable at 100, haven't shot further yet. Haven't tried 215's yet but will.

 

[okie man]

Here's the difference to me, the Mesa feels lighter and more nimble even though they weigh the same. The bigger heavier break at the end of the ridgeline may be what gives it that feel. I like the Mesa for a hunting rifle. Wish it would come in 280ai. Basically a better quality 700 mountain rifle!

 

[muley freak]

Keep me posted if you decide to Shoot out any further.

 

[barreltwister]

What is the mag length on the Mesa 6.5 PRC anyway?

I see references to 2.84 and even 3.05"

What is the real dimension?