Is the Bergara B14 Crest Precision Perfected? COMPLETE Review!

[@brianperiso674]

Just picked up my Bergara crest in 7prc with carbon barrel. Fit and feel are fantastic! Now for a scope.

[@ReviewThisThing]

😍 I need that.

[@edstettin6799]

Mine just arrived. I have not picked it up yet. What is the minimum pull weight on your Trigger? It’s not advertised anywhere and I’m very curious. Thank you.

[@TheRealFoonus]

Can't wait for them to put out a barreled action in 7PRC for the premiere line. Would throw it into a XRS chassis that is proven to take the recoil. Went with the HMR Premiere in 300PRC and found the stock needed a lot of modification to work with the recoil of that chambering - it may work fine for a lesser recoil cartridge but not so much with the magnums. Mine was binding up on the rear action screw due to a crooked drilled back pillar and there was slop in the recoil lug (pocket was oversized) that you could see marring the side of it. Shoots great (1 inch groups at 300 yards) now after the pillars were redrilled, whole action was bedded, and front of the stock was reinforced with carbon fiber. In hindsight I would get the Barreled action and an MDT Chassis. It will end up being lighter and more adjustable in the end without needing to do all of the custom work. Bergara is known for their barrels.. Stick with the barrel and go with a someone that is known for their chassis. That's my experience with the platform.

[@smurfaka]

@@edstettin6799 mine is 1.1kg but thats not the carbon barreled one

[@ashlynphillips]

I love my 308 crest. I get the best groups with the 150gr Remington core lokt psp. The size, weight, and trigger pull are a killer combo for me. Great gun.

[@ReviewThisThing]

Thank you! That’s pretty awesome the Core Lokt shoot well. Thank you!

[@smurfaka]

@@ashlynphillips When you press the charging handle down when loading a bullet, is it smooth all the way or is there like a two step press downwards? Or is it only my rifle

[@randallwhite9015]

I bought the 2020 redline,in 308. Absolutely amazing,20" barrel and trigger -tec trigger. Shoots so well. You or anyone would love this rifle. Good job.

[@ReviewThisThing]

Ooh. Good to know!

[@ajsomp]

The new crest carbon fixed what I griped about on the crest. It loses a lb with the carbon barrel, a m5 bottom metal so you can either have the DBM or hinged floor plate - something I appreciate for a true hunting rig. My only hold up with Bergara recently is the QC between models. They seem to either shoot lasers or not group at all. Hoping they fix that moving forwert

[@ReviewThisThing]

That would be interesting to see as well.

[@jamessammann9183]

I.had one didnt like bottom metal mine made lots of noise so i sold it got a savage 110 ultra light in.6.5.prc like it alot better

[@ReviewThisThing]

I’ve heard good things about the 110 Ultralight - so many options, so little time 😊

[@TheRealFoonus]

Can't wait for them to put out a barreled action in 7PRC for the premiere line. Would throw it into a XRS chassis that is proven to take the recoil. Went with the HMR Premiere in 300PRC and found the stock needed a lot of modification to work with the recoil of that chambering - it may work fine for a lesser recoil cartridge but not so much with the magnums. Mine was binding up on the rear action screw due to a crooked drilled back pillar and there was slop in the recoil lug (pocket was oversized) that you could see marring the side of it. Shoots great (1 inch groups at 300 yards) now after the pillars were redrilled, whole action was bedded, and front of the stock was reinforced with carbon fiber. In hindsight I would get the Barreled action and an MDT Chassis. It will end up being lighter and more adjustable in the end without needing to do all of the custom work. Bergara is known for their barrels.. Stick with the barrel and go with a someone that is known for their chassis. Not a fan of the noisy Accurate Mag magazines in any platform I run. Unfortunately its not interchangeable with a standard AICS pattern magazine so I'm stuck with it. Had to shim the sides of it with electric tape to keep it from rattling around when being carried on a hunt since modifying magazines is Illegal in Canada.

[@ReviewThisThing]

That’s fantastic information! Thank you.

[@ericbrooks250]

my crest in 6.5 creedmoor would not group better than 2 inches, match load did 3 inches, removed action from stock and screws were not evenly or accurately torqued, removed very rough paint build up at action contact points. properly and evenly retorqued action screws and now getting 0.5 tp 0.8 inch groups with 4 different factory loads. my b14 hmr shoots just as good.

[@ReviewThisThing]

Thank you for that information! That’s very helpful.

[@RivinaR]

I have the Bergara B14 HMR in 6.5 Creedmoor, love it.

[@ReviewThisThing]

YES!

[@phild9813]

Thank you for including how the safety works in relation to the action and trigger. I prefer a bolt that locks while on safety so that it doesn’t come open in the brush or crawling on a stalk, or just packed on my side. The bolt lift’s accidentally fairly regularly with my Ruger American, though I like the rifle otherwise. Three position safeties are best, but i tolerate the 2 position with locking bolt on the Tikka because I like the rifle so much otherwise.

[@ReviewThisThing]

I’m glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching!

[@RamonCajal-hm7ur]

I bought this in 6.5 Creedmoor. It’s really fantastic and great on the range and hunting. The trigger is adjustable and I found the lightest setting works great at range (~2lbs), but a bit heavier is better in the woods when gloves and adrenaline are added.

[@ReviewThisThing]

Sweet! Thanks for the info.

[@eggbert191]

Mdt makes 3 round aics magazines that will give you a more flush fit.

[@ReviewThisThing]

For 6.5 PRC?

[@jsol4477]

If you want flush fit MDT has them! I use them on my Crest 308. The stock fits me just great and fully loaded with ammo and scope is under 8lbs.

[@ReviewThisThing]

Okay! I’ll have to check them out. Thank you! What scope are you using?

[@ReviewThisThing]

Doesn’t look like there’s a flush fit for 6.5 PRC.

[@jsol4477]

@@ReviewThisThing swapping between Leupold VXR 3-9 and VX6Hd 3-18x44, On my good days I can shoot 3/4 moa with factory match ammo.

[@ReviewThisThing]

@jsol4477 very nice!

[@jsol4477]

@@ReviewThisThing oops forgot that you were reviewing the 6.5, sorry.

[@pikeman0357]

Thanks for the review but I already purchased the b14 wilderness ridge 308!!! Dang it!!! Lol love the channel...

[@ReviewThisThing]

Haha. You will NOT be disappointed! Thank you so much for your support!

[@stevenwalker9013]

I was looking at the wilderness but a lot of people were complaining about the weight. The crest is supposed to be almost 3lbs lighter but with a 2 inch shorter barrel. I’m not sure which I’m going to get in 7mm prc. I like a 24” for long range target shooting, but I have seen videos of the crest banging steel at 1200 yards. So that 22” inch barrel may be fine

[@ReviewThisThing]

@@stevenwalker9013 the HMR is definitely close to 3 lbs heavier than the Crest. I haven't shot a 7PRC Crest, but the 6.5 PRC is pretty ridiculous! Let us know what you decide on and what you think.

[@Dani-hl3xu]

My 308 crest had a hard time shooting sub moa at first. I was kinda disappointed until after about 100 rounds the groups tightened down more and more. Now it shoots half inch groups with nosler e tip and about 3/4 moa with any load i ever shot. It seems to like 150grain bullets. Cheap norma tactical 147 gets me 3/4 inch groups on a bad day and half inch on a good day. Can’t complain!

[@ReviewThisThing]

Ahhh. That’s good to know. Thank you!

[@smurfaka]

@@Dani-hl3xu When you press the charging handle down when loading a bullet, is it smooth all the way or is there like a two step press downwards? Or is it only my rifle

[@ReviewThisThing]

I’m interested to know this

[@davidwarren3433]

Depending on the caliber your crest is, MDT makes AICS magazines and with the right caliber, they are flush 3 rounders. My Crest 6.5CM is flush mag with MTD's 3-rd mag.

[@ReviewThisThing]

That’s great to know! We’ll have to try that.

[@DadHominem]

Great review! Thank you.

[@ReviewThisThing]

I appreciate it! Thank you for watching!

[@phild9813]

Great video and review! One thing you could add to your rifle reviews is degrees of bolt lift. I’m a fan of rifles like X-bolts, Americans, and Tikkas that have 60-75 degrees of lift, whereas rifles like vanguards and 700s have 90 degree lifts. I think the Bergaras are 90? 90s are usually easier to lift, but your hands end up into the scope, and the lower lifts are opposite.

[@ReviewThisThing]

Ah. That’s a great point. I’m pretty sure it’s a 90, but if not, I’ll update here.

[@jmadar51]

Very informative never heard of the gun. But you explained everything about it good looking gun

[@ReviewThisThing]

Thank you! It’s pretty sweet.

[@Hatch61]

Looks like a really nice gun, and will surely get the job done. Thanks for the review, I hope you all had a nice Thanksgiving, be well and God bless.

[@ReviewThisThing]

We did. I hope yours was great, too! Going any adventures?

[@paulmerritt5318]

I would like to see your review of the new savage impulse. What are your thoughts?

[@ReviewThisThing]

May have to see if we can get ahold of one.

[@paulmerritt5318]

@@ReviewThisThing I am looking to purchase a new target/ hunting rifle. I am not a competitive shooter, I just enjoy getting out with friends, my thoughts are on 6.5 prc, 7mm prc, 300 prc, I like heavy barrels, I was intrigued with the impulse, Bergara HMR pro, Tika T3

[@ReviewThisThing]

@paulmerritt5318 we did a video on the HMR (not pro). It’s worth a look if you don’t mind a heavy gun. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hp_bnoCMrc-Gjcksi=0mVy1R4e6K--tW9-

[@charlesmullins3238]

Love to let y’all fire this older fn special police heavy barrel .308…Macmillan stock..bedded mod70 action and base from factory…got my 2nd gen 3x15 viper in lowest rings possible and made a foam cheek riser with black 100mph tape to match the all black and give it that marine corps look just in black..it and my prc waypoint I can’t get enough of as they both shoot well under 1” with my loads but fn will with factory 168gmm…happy holidays to y’all.. Matt

[@ReviewThisThing]

Holy smokes! That sounds awesome. Same to you, Sir!

[@smurfaka]

When you press the charging handle down when loading a bullet, is it smooth all the way or is there like a two step press downwards? Or is it only my rifle

[@ReviewThisThing]

Hmmm…I don’t remember. We had to send that one back to them, so we don’t still have it.

[@smurfaka]

@@ReviewThisThing what was the issue?

[@ReviewThisThing]

@smurfaka no issue. We were just borrowing it.

[@davier05]

I bought the new Bergara elevate with carbon barrel in 6,5 PRC. My first shoots are hole in hole at 100m. I hope is the same 300 and more…🙏🏼

[@ReviewThisThing]

SWEET! What country are you in?

[@davier05]

@@ReviewThisThing I’m from France. South Alpes mountains

[@ReviewThisThing]

@davier05 very nice! I knew the Elevate was a European offering. Thanks for watching!

[@paultrower]

Hi there can you tell me the speeds you were getting from the precision hunter eldx 143 grains , I have the same gun but with the 20” barrel feel I have lost a bit

[@ReviewThisThing]

This one is 20” as well. I said it wrong. I think we talk a lot more about speeds in this video - kzbin.info/www/bejne/an3Kc5t8YtKNmqMsi=48H1tCpWdFKgVl35

[@CCRider5312]

Bergara makes the best barrels hands down 👍🏼

[@ReviewThisThing]

Love them!

[@zoranpuhalo7941]

Greeting Do you happen to know the length of the magazine (action) 6.5prc bergare crest

[@ReviewThisThing]

My sources tell me it’s a short action.

[@stephenhiott5630]

which Leupold cross slot base did you use?

[@ReviewThisThing]

It was this one. cabelas.rockporch.com/prdlink/cGTeiTgzJw

[@gerardcorreale7760]

since the b14 ridge is more the common mans bergara how about a video of b14 ridge 300 prc

[@ReviewThisThing]

Hmmmm. I have a Ridge in 6.5 CM 😁

[@edstettin6799]

What is the minimum pull weight on that trigger?

[@ReviewThisThing]

From what I gather, it can go as low as 1.5 pounds.

[@micalthomas]

I just ordered one in 7mm PRC a week ago, getting very excited. Do you know which screws the scope rail takes? 6-48 or 8-40? I am trying to go ahead and get all my accessories lined up for when it finally gets here.

[@ReviewThisThing]

I’m pretty sure this is the rail we used. amzn.to/40UcOfi

[@micalthomas]

@@ReviewThisThing thank you!!

[@ReviewThisThing]

@micalthomas let us know what you think!

[@ReviewThisThing]

Ours is a 6.5 PRC, so it’s a short action - not sure about the 7PRC.

[@nebraskaman8247]

The b14 uses 6-48. If you’re using a pic rail get one with a recoil lug. If you’ll also epoxy bed it, which is easy, you can kiss goodbye any/all scope issues you’ve ever had. Considering you mount the scope in the rings properly.

[@thomas35718]

What velocities are you getting with the factory loads?

[@ReviewThisThing]

I had to go back and watch a couple of the other videos we made to see for sure. It shoots pretty consistently 125-175fps slower than the box's listed speed. With that 20" barrel, at least 100fps is to be expected. And then, of course, manufacturer's testing is done is perfect environments. Here is the main video I'm referencing. kzbin.info/www/bejne/an3Kc5t8YtKNmqMsi=E0j1HW6xz7FVV6e-

[@MonkeLmao2025]

Can you review the Sellier and Bellot 165 grain 308 lead free?

[@ReviewThisThing]

Hmmm…I don’t have any of that, but maybe if I can find some.

[@MonkeLmao2025]

Alright, thanks@@ReviewThisThing

[@ReviewThisThing]

@UkrainianPig2025-Dee 👍🏻👍🏻

[@liverpool6380]

Can you review Browning XBolt SPR 20inch barrel 7PRC 🇺🇸🥃

[@ReviewThisThing]

Oooh. I would love to!

[@mr.mr.3301]

If you are a 308 fanboy you will see Bergaras and CVAs be so so when it comes to accuracy. I’ve watched many reviews and wonder why that is.

[@ReviewThisThing]

Interesting question.

[@The_Draque]

Probably ammo. There's a ton of cheap crappy 308/7.62 ammo out there. Also alot of cheap ammo is 7.62x51 ammo NOT .308 I have found that .308 ammo shoots way better than 7.62 ammo and I will nowadays sort out 7.62 brass and only reload/shoot .308 stamped brass in my bolt actions

[@ReviewThisThing]

@The_Draque very true

[@frankcesaro6778]

Just bought my first CVA Cascade short barrel (18") in .308. With the first box of ammo I purchased. It shot a .70 3 shot group. I'd say this gun is not a so so shooter. These CVA's are supposed to be entry level compared to the Bergara B14. But they all have the great Bergara barrels. I'm now sold on anything Bergara produces.

[@ReviewThisThing]

VERY nice! Congrats on getting a great gun. I’m glad you love it!

[@charlesmullins3238]

Damn if I don’t want that black stallion

[@ReviewThisThing]

It’s super nice.

[@charlesmullins3238]

And be damn if you don’t have the lht I’m wantin on it..! That’s what’s goin on my waypoint..$100 Walmart simmons 4.5x14x40 from 99 shot 1 hole groups and hit a 20oz lid@254yrds with my 95gr 6.5prc v max goin 3625fps….it deletes jugs

[@ReviewThisThing]

@charlesmullins3238 😂 DANG. That’s awesome!

[@TOMMACMILLAN-fw6oh]

I'm about 95% sure all Bergara's take AICS mags, MDT makes 3 round AICS mags that should fit flush or almost flush Dear !!

[@ReviewThisThing]

Thank you!

[@mr.mr.3301]

Still not for me. I prefer a Teika and for the price I can get a Teika and add a carbon stock, and the only thing missing is a threaded barrel and those are very lightweight. About a pound less. You should get a regular teal light in 308 and review that.

[@ReviewThisThing]

It could be coming next year. Ya never know. Stay tuned.

[@mr.mr.3301]

@@ReviewThisThing you should do a build project. Start with a basic tikka compact. Then have it cut and threaded for a suppressor. Try groups before and after. You could get several videos out of that project.

[@ReviewThisThing]

@mr.mr.3301 that’s a great idea. I think there’s a Tikka that’s already threaded 🤔

[@mr.mr.3301]

@@ReviewThisThing there is. They are more expensive. Have a thicker barrel profile and are “22 inches.

[@ReviewThisThing]

@mr.mr.3301 nice. Thank you.

[@SolarStoic]

If only that annoying popping sound during the video could be removed… anyway Bergara is a sub-par tool. My experience with it is abysmal.

[@ReviewThisThing]

Which sound?

[@donwilson350]

Right off the bat. I don't care what model or make of the gun. If the magazine doesn't set flush. I don't like it

[@ReviewThisThing]

I feel that.

[@scottsquires6186]

34 dollars for a 3 round mag it’s not a big deal

[@ReviewThisThing]

Where did you find that?

[@jacklewis3444]

Lol pretty sure they just discontinued it

[@ReviewThisThing]

Really?!?

[@ReviewThisThing]

My sources tell me otherwise.

[@jacklewis3444]

@@ReviewThisThing I didn’t see it on their website yesterday when I looked

[@ReviewThisThing]

@jacklewis3444 ah. I just looked. It’s still there. Under B-14 Series

[@1valg]

I will never own a Bergara. Their quality is just not good enough. They have many issues due to poor QC and manufacturing. After all they are just a hyped up Remington clone. No thanks.

[@ReviewThisThing]

Which ones have you had trouble with?

[@1valg]

@@ReviewThisThing The B14R and the B14HMR. Never again.

[@ReviewThisThing]

@1valg 👍🏻👍🏻

[@James-ou5co]

Why you are always reviewing Foreign made rifles? Turkish made Mossberg, Spanish made Bergara! Despite knowing the fact that it copied Remington 700. Why don't you review an original USA made Remarms Remington. They are making great rifles now. Please get a new Remington 700 and review it. This B14 is a Piece of crap period. Many of my friends had terrible experience with it. It's just pure hype and fake paid reviews. Proud Remington 700 owner.

[@Trotarrios]

I see that you haven't tried the Bergara B14, if you had and you were faithful to your experiences with it you wouldn't say what you say. I'm from Spain and I have a Thompson Venture which I consider a great rifle despite being a low-priced rifle. The Bergaras have one of the best quality-price ratios you can find right now on the market, and if you want a rifle that hunts and lasts, it's a great option.

[@ReviewThisThing]

We do love our Bergaras

[@Trotarrios]

@@ReviewThisThing Thank you. In Spain we make quality products, but they are probably not as well known as those in other countries. Bergara also manufactures in the USA.

[@ReviewThisThing]

Do you work there?

[@Trotarrios]

@@ReviewThisThing No, I am from Spain and I have a Bergara B14 in 7mmRM caliber, I use it for hunting Ibex in Spain and Arrui mainly and I am very satisfied with it. It groups very well with Hornady SST 162g ammunition.