Has the 6.5prc peaked in interested?

[geocodyrgia]

I think that it is really still just getting off the ground. While we might hear about every new chambering that comes out, the majority of our shooting peers aren't buying rifles every year. I was very surprised at the popularity of the 6.5 Creedmoor and how quickly it got to the level it attained (is still attaining) other than riding the growth of PRC-like shooting sports. I think we'll see the 6.5PRC continue to gain momentum in the hunting and long-range shooting communities, but I don't think it will see the rapid adoption like you get by the early adopters in PRC and benchrest.

 

[Slope77]

Soooo...its all about money from a factory ammo standpoint--if everyone and their brother purchased a 6.5 PRC, there might be a sudden blossoming of more factory ammo. I continue to hear custom gun builders (especially on this site) talk about the PRC vs the CM, so my gut says still climbing in popularity. There are a lot of great 6.5s out there, if you're looking for a bit more "jack" the new 6.5 RPM (beltless mag) from Weatherby is supposed to be all that, but as always, more oomph = more recoil/muzzle blast. I still shoot the "vanilla" .260 Remington in a Sako 85--its a tack driver and I get 2844 using a Nosler 142 Accubond LR. For me, I'm callin' that "good".

Actually, I think I'd be more excited about 6.5-06 factory chambered rifles and brass. Some of the more knowledgeable posters may point out the error of my ways, but I would actually prefer it a bit more than a 25-06 or 270, but not enough to mess with a wildcat.

I don't think much of chambering short action cartridges in long actions, and to me the beauty of a short action is in the lightness and compactness, paired with relatively mild cartridges. If a short action is made almost as long and heavy as a long action to harness the cartridge chambering, is there much advantage?

Different strokes for different strokes, no critique of other's choices.

 

[30calyooper]

You could be right about the PRC being seen currently as slightly marginal for Elk, but I think that could change if some heavier/tougher 6.5mm bullets (with reasonable BCs) became available.

Bonded bullets in the >150gr weight range, with G1 BCs >0.500 would be very effective on Elk at PRC velocities.
We just need to see them come out in Factory ammunition.

I agree...remember the old-school 160-grainers for the 6.5 x55 Swede? SD all the way up at 0.328, and the Scandinavians used it to kill a whole lot of moose in their woodlands. If I was betting I'd say it won't be long before one of the big companies comes up with long-range bonded bullet in this weight class complete with off-the-chart BC. Honestly, I'm surprised that we haven't already seen it!

 

[vancewalker007]

I just found a very interesting article on the 6.5 PRC.

Worth the read....
https://journalofmountainhunting.com/6-5-prc-the-king-of-the-mountain-by-nolan-osborne/

Great article I had missed that one. I think when I replace my current 6.5 PRC barrel I think I'll consider a 22 in one. The practicle experience I've had with my 6.5 PRC is very high inherent accuracy. With 5 different bullets and 3 different powders I have yet to shoot a group over 1 MOA. This thing is a light recoiling super accurate bolt of lightening.

I think when people start reporting accuracy on game to their buddies the popularity will rise.

 

[reekax]

I own 2 rifles in 6.5-284, both Savage. One has a 24" barrel and the other a 26" fluted barrel in stainless. I also have. 6.5CM, and a host of other caliber rifles. Don't think I will be adding the 6.5 PRC to the stable. My 6.5-284's fill that void for me.

 

[Paper boy]

I don't want to start a war on cartridges i.e. I don't need to hear why a 6.5 prc when xyz cartridge already exists. The reason why is there really is not a high velocity (magnum) 6.5 round which is super popular where ammo is readily available at stores. I am just curious if the 6.5 prc has already peaked in interest? I have become a fan of 6.5 caliber sized bullets for deer hunting. Smaller bullets for less recoil but still enough oomph(when properly selecting bullets) to take down large whitetails. I have been back and forth on getting a 6.5 prc. I know it does not really offer much more than already existing cartridges in performance but I was hoping Hornady was going to pull off another 6.5cm popular round because then ammo types and availability goes up. I wanted a flatter shooting version of a 6.5cm and it seemed like the 6.5 prc was going to be it. So what are your thoughts? Do you think the 6.5 prc has already peaked in interest or do you think it still has a chance to keep climbing?

Often over looked!
First, I'm not a hunter, but I am a competitive target shooter.
I have also taken a close look at the 6.5prc and have compared it to my long time love of the 6.5x55 Sweed. Honestly, I can't justify the PRC. Just too close but with a few BIG DIFFERENCES. First, you need a bolt with a "Magnum" bolt face, limits the usefulnees of several rifles for converting. The Sweed is a 6.5 bullets just like the PRC, Fornow, far more rifles available in the Sweed than the PRC, Imean, how many 6.5's does a guy need? The difference are minimal. Also for now, far more factory loads (quality stuff) are available for the Sweed because it's been around since the late 1800's. My view only.

 

[CVCOBRA1]

what twist rate does your 264 have? I was wanting to get one in the remington sendero but its only a 1-9 twist.

It is an older Sako with 9 twist. It shoots 130 and 140g bullets better than I can. I'm just not in to stuffing the heaviest bullet I can get in there. Still like the speed though.

 

[Jerry H]

I just read an article where the hunter used a 6.5 PRC on Eland and Kudu in Africa. The 6.5 is used by many hunters on Elk with success. More manufacturers are starting to chamber in 605 PRC as well. It does have to overcome the CM popularity but all that I have read on the PRC has been very positive. I have one and it is a tack driver but haven't hunted with it yet.

 

[Barrelnut]

I just read an article where the hunter used a 6.5 PRC on Eland and Kudu in Africa. The 6.5 is used by many hunters on Elk with success. More manufacturers are starting to chamber in 605 PRC as well. It does have to overcome the CM popularity but all that I have read on the PRC has been very positive. I have one and it is a tack driver but haven't hunted with it yet.View attachment 149874

Great looking rifle.

 

[Danehunter]

The 6.5 CM will be popular for a long time due to its ballistic advantages.

I'm waiting for the rising popularity of the 6.5 PRC, especially for western hunting.
I have one in a Browning X-Bolt Pro which gave me a 7/8" 3 shot group at 200 yards last week. Cement bench, cast iron front bench rest and rear leather rabbit ear bag.

Eric B.

 

[CVCOBRA1]

I want my Tikka T3X in 6.5 PRC. I'll take two.....one for the weekdays and one for weekends.

 

[gator378]

All new cartridges will peak because the people that want one will probably get one soon or already has one. The staying power of a cartridge depends how well it fills the persons needs. Some times a great cartridge fails for one reason or another, and some times a mediocre cartridges is a success for many reasons. Normally it is just a likable cartridge that does lots of things ok but nothing that other cartridges can't do much better.

Get what you want, and be happy with your choice. If you really like it, buy enough components for the long haul and don't worry what others say or do. There will always be a "NEW" designer cartridge coming out that reportedly will solve all the problems of every other cartridge.

Remember, different people need/want different things from a cartridge and what suites you, may not suit them so they believe that what you have is inferior.

Keeping up with the Jones's can be costly and non productive.

J E CUSTOM

What really counts is the smile on your face when you squeeze the trigger. My 300 Weather keeps me smiling. So did the 50 cal.

 

[zb338]

I'm going out today and bury my .338 you can't shoot a deer with it because
the whole deer would probably disappear in a cloud of foam.
Zeke

 

[aim_small]

Following thread closely...I for one like what Browning "xbolts" have in the 6.5 PRC. Thinking of taking the plunge myself!!