Bergara B-14r with Burris XTR III 3.3-50. (Long) full review

[@leath4m]

The only visual explanation of the Burris XTR zero stop on KZbin. Thank you so very much.

[@p47rr]

It’s interesting. About everything I am buying or think about buying. You have a video on. I appreciate all that you are doing for the gun community. You are a national treasure. Thanks,

[@XRING]

That’s really great to hear and I appreciate you watching the channel. 👍🏼. Have a great week.

[@70willard]

Another great video thank you, Rick and matt for taking the time and making this very informative video .

[@michaelmuzzy8401]

shot my first nrl22 at our club this weekend,used a rpr and one of our members had this both shot well.after watching prs for over a year and following you on the nrl22 I just wanted to say thank you for the time and info you share .

[@joaquin-jacknava2696]

Good review Ray. I’m eager to see how it does this weekend at the match. I have been waiting for this review. Thank you sir.

[@XRING]

LOL! Since you won the Vudoo I don’t think you will need to know about this one ! 😂. Congrats again!

[@conservativesniperhunter7439]

Congratulations Joaquin, you’re going to love shooting that Voodoo rifle.

[@arthurdirindinjr1792]

This coming from a guy who has watched so many 22lr BR rifle and ammunition evaluations I can not possibly count them anymore in my search for as accurate a 22lr rifle as can be had within my maximum

[@tylerorth2870]

Great video. Your results are consistent with what I have seen. Those Bergara’s are a great rifle and are every bit as capable of winning as the vudoos! Thanks Ray!

[@XRING]

Thanks Tyler! We will see after this weekend! 😜

[@merlibird2550]

Just the video I've been waiting for! Got a steel barreled action last week to drop in a stock, still deciding on scope. Can't wait to put it all together and see how it does. Great job as always.

[@talkingrock7011]

With the preferred ammunition I am sure it’s a winning rifle , I don’t care for the stock but that’s me , Burris has definitely stepped up their product with both quality and price

[@XtremeAdventures671]

Great to see you review the Bergara B14R, I just picked up the B14r as well. Unfortunately dont have much of an ammo selection, just using CCI Standard, getting similar results as target 2 groupings. Tried a muzzle brake and looks similar to your target 1 grouping where it opens up a little. New to precision rimfire shooting. Good luck on your match using the B14r 🤙🏼

[@XRING]

Thank you Demntd1. I’m also going to try some Eley before this weekend.

[@stratos27]

Great review Ray. Been waiting for this one. Glad it got the seal of approval. I really like mine!!

[@md3280]

Easy fix for bergara for arca rail without any modifications to stock. Since there is a full length aluminum frame the sling swivel studs are in solid. Remove studs and find same pattern hex key bolts about 1” long with decent size washers. Purchase a generic arca rail online I used a 13” I believe, it goes from front of mag to just past stock. Both threaded holes already in stock were plenty sufficient to bolt on rail and zero issues so far. Maybe $25 in total for parts.

[@conservativesniperhunter7439]

Great review as usual X-Ring . It’s a good accurate rifle and not too pricey. That Burris looks like it’s built to take some hard knocks .

[@jcnikoley]

My local shop has a B-14R for $900. I’m considering grabbing it to pair with my B-14 BMP, not for competition though, just splitting cards in the backyard.

[@davidbuck5864]

If you are worried about it's light weight, I suggest you change to the steel barrel version which weighs a good deal more. Every report I have seen suggests the steel barrel shoots a tiny bit better than the carbon. I love mine, which is topped with a Swampfox Patriot 5-25x50 FFP in MOA and has a Trigger Tech Special trigger.

[@JohnKleman1]

Love my bergara, will eventually upgrade the scope on it(vortex diamondback tactical now) but it's working for what I need it to do at the moment

[@jennifermorgan6913]

love it! I just purchased one of these w/ the steel barrel.👍

[@3009arod]

Thanks for share your experience with both rifles, I enjoy it very much.

[@Donttreadonanyone]

I just ditched the ruger precision 22 and bought a steel b14r today

[@XRING]

Awesome! You will really like the Bergara

[@merlibird2550]

Watched your video again. Would be awesome to see more shooting for groups at 50 & 100 yards to hold me over until I get my Bergara together. Thanks guys!

[@MackEv_]

Watch out for feed issues if you change the stock. Larry P and I have both had issues with that B14r action in krg and xlr chassis. Larry went back to factory stock with 419 weighted rail and feeding issue resolved. I dropped a Vudoo in my KRG chassis and it feeds fine.

[@ArmyOfZin]

I had issues with the X-Ray. The magazine is too loose and will pitch/roll in the mag well after the first cartridge is fired. The subsequent cartridge will hang on the lip of the chamber. Unfortunately this happens in the Bergara chassis as well; although it is much less frequent than the X-Ray chassis.

[@CarolinaLaserWorks]

I just bought a B14r. I love it so far.

[@bmolloy2797]

I have two Bergara center fire HMRs and love them. I also have the B-14r but am waiting on rings to mount the scope. I agree about the cheek rest height on the Bergaras. I've had to add God'a Grip cheek pads on both (and probably the B-14r) to get enough eye elevation for the scope.

[@SCQT]

Glad youre liking it so far. Obviously i agree, as that is what i went with I do think the stock/chassis it comes in is excellent for the price, but i had the same issue with the comb height. A Weibad pad did however fix that. The stock trigger is also pretty mediocre imo. Not awful, but nowhere near as good as say the T1x with a yodave spring at half the price. That being said, i put less than 200rds through it before it went into a MPA Hybrid(carbon barrel as well since i take it backpacking a lot, and its my moto rifle, so weight was a consideration), and threw in a TTD. Overall i think it is an excellent rifle that is absolutely capable of being competitive, at a very reasonable price. But then again i also went with it over the T1x mostly because i knew no matter what i got, it was going to be swapped for a Vudoo at some point, so the parts compatibility became the major deciding factor. ~1.5k rds in at this point and zero malfunctions that i can recall. Other than i had significant feed issues with the MPA chassis, that seem to have been remedied with MPAs mag blocks, and perhaps slight geometry changes in the newer Bergara mags(though i cant get them to actually admit it). Thanks for the review, look forward to seeing what you can do with it.

[@robertjenkins9747]

Yardman. Good to see you on a weapon again. That's deep pocket owners.

[@frankwaynefrank4081]

cool shooting thank you!

[@StuPierce77]

Matt is back!

[@sgtlt]

Great video, 14:32 Wish you had tested the steel barrel, it is supposed to be more accurate than the carbon,

[@markkeily2827]

yes, shoot with the suppressor off....much tighter grouping.

[@kubikariYOU]

Thanks for this review, I ordered one.

[@drubradley8821]

That was a fun video.. Makes me desire to take off working today to hit the range.. Granted, I don't have one of these units, but, it doesn't matter what you bring to the range, as long as you are at the range having fun and or training and building up your skill set...

[@zgennaro]

Pricey. I put my t1x in a Bravo, no complaints. Sub moa with eley and sk standard. Why do the suppressors worsen accuracy with 22lr but not on center fires? Is this the same for muzzle brakes on 22? Thx

[@wilfdarr]

Here is his video on the subject. If he has a better one I haven't seen maybe he'll post it when he has time. kzbin.info/www/bejne/sH_ak555iJ6giZY

[@ShooterB1]

Lots of fun stuff. Thank you

[@captainamer71]

Got it for $899.99 for the carbon fiber barrel one here locally shocked me yesterday snapped it right up

[@kubikariYOU]

Thanks, I have been curious about the accuracy of that model!

[@jamesm7642]

I purchased a carbon barreled action and put it together with an MDT LSS XL. Waiting for Triggertech trigger to arrive. Just need to find ammo it likes. Feels better than CZ 455 w/ MDT LSS 22.

[@XRING]

I just found out this Bergara loves Eley target!

[@45auto]

Looks pretty darn good, especially as it is a fraction of the cost of a Vudoo.

[@Oscarhobbit]

Hi from Northern Ireland, I am looking for a .22lr. I watched your video on the CZ MDT and it was amazing, but I like the look of this rifle. I am a fan of synthetic stocks. I was also looking at a Ruger American Long Range Target. Have you any thoughts on this Ruger rifle?

[@XRING]

Hello Oscar! Thanks for watching the channel. I am going to say that you should really consider the CZ or the Tikka the most. Both of them are extremely nice right out of the box without any of the fees issues or accuracy issues from others.

[@Oscarhobbit]

Thanks so much for taking the time to reply. I have been working my way through your play list. I appreciate your methodical approach and honesty. I come from the air gun world and shoot an FX Crown in a 700mm barrel configuration. I really enjoyed your .22 LR Vs air gun shoot out. If I might chance my arm for one more question. Would you go for 16" or a 20" barrel on a CZ MTR? Please keep up the great content.

[@mxj2311]

Great video and review!

[@daniell3416]

I’ve been debating on picking one up to match up with my 6.5 HMR as a trainer and to play in the rimfire stuff...guess I’m sold now

[@guerrierweg]

I’ve got the 6.5 HMR and the B14R. Set them up with the same glass. Perfect pair 👍🔥

[@bgriff2517]

Too funny. I have the same rifle and I initially shot with my can on for the cool factor. I was getting too many flyers. So I removed it and my groups are tighter and more consistent. I’ve seen many posts on snipers hide about the B14 with a can not grouping as well as without it. So it seems to be the consensus. I have a cheap Hunter town arms can so I initially thought it was just my can. Doesnt appear to be the case. Anyway I shoot without the can.

[@theshootindutchman]

In all of the b14 videos I've watched, you never see extreme accuracy from the carbon fiber barrels when suppressed. I believe the fact that the metal barrel inside the carbon fiber shell is pretensioned at the factory and installing the can tensioned against the barrel stop throws the harmonics off on the barrel. I would personally never buy a carbon fiber barrel for this reason.......

[@shaneblaser8878]

I'm wondering if the XTR III Illum 3.3-18 x 50 is a great scope? Shane comment on 4/27/24

[@birdwk]

Oh man, X-Ring. I was getting ready to type a nasty comment if you didn't run the CZ without the suppressor LoL. Thankfully, right as I started to type you said you just had to do it and all was right in the world.

[@fubar1217]

Wiebad makes a cheek pad specifically for the Bergara HMR stock. That might give you slightly more height.

[@garymeyer3294]

Unfortunately it adds only about 1/8-3/16th inch. I have one. Really nice pad though.

[@johntownley9885]

Sweet

[@theoverzealouscollector8198]

Thanks so much for this Video- I have a Bergara HMR premiere in 6.5 creedmoore- I just bought a Trainer in .22 WMR. Can you please recommend a muzzle break (will any Vudoo’s fit?)

[@ZZ-uf4zv]

How did you like the Burris XTR III 3-18x50 in this video?

[@luisabellon5869]

Very smooth action on a B14R? How was that action modified? The worst part of my B14R is that the action is awful! Accuracy is subpar. Much improved after an EC Tuner was installed. Also trigger is OK, but up there in pull. Timney HIT at 8 oz made a huge difference.

[@Ocho-Sinko]

Great video I enjoyed watching.

[@sixrutters]

Great review.

[@cordellej]

needs .17hmr, .22mag , .17hm2 and a .17 wsm chamberings

[@goosecouple]

Beautiful scope. How many MOA per click ?

[@DFOOSKING]

Been running a Carbon since May of 2020. I have about 3.5K worth of rounds through it. I will say I noticed an improvement of accuracy after the intial about 1000-1200 rounds. I had terrible performance with my super lightweight AAC Aviator can. So its be a nonsuppressed rifle for the last 11 months. A couple weeks ago I borrowed a friend's local made rimfire can....performance was good. That can was much heavier as well. I changed out the trigger to an old Rifle Basix set to about 1.5lbs and dropped into a legacy AI chassis. Magazine lock up and general function has been flawless. I think I've had two rounds stuck in the action.....could've hit the scope and fell back in....I honestly don't know. Have an original Premeir Heritage on top. Have qualified for the NRL22 Championship and currently sitting 4th Overall in our 5 area clubs in Open Division.

[@XRING]

Awesome! Great info to know, I shot some more today with Eley and dropped it into an XLR chassis. Triggertech two stage as well. It is a completely different animal!

[@XRING]

I also had the Premier Heritage back in the day. Had the cam zero turrets and the Fisher Price knobs! 🤣 loved that scope .

[@DFOOSKING]

@@XRING this one is serial #000606. Got it off the Hide semi-used back in the day from Liberty Optics. About 7yrs ago had the large pin holding the rezero tab break. They promptly fixed it. But they were kind enough to say that if it has anymore issues... due to buying from Liberty Optics....I will have to pay to fix it. But they will give me a $1000 credit for a new scope.

[@ricks2651]

Ray, nice scope and rifle.

[@valenssmed6927]

What muzzle brake can I mount?

[@angelscomputers]

I like that little field tool kit, where did you got it?

[@XRING]

It is a Borka tool kit. I sell them on my site. Www.xringcustoms.com

[@leadcloud]

"It's very windy out today, about 10mph" *laughs in wyoming*

[@XRING]

LOL! I know. I have shot in Wyoming quite a few times. I just meant for groups on the .22’s.

[@badbilly429]

So the long and short of it, put it in a heavy chassis, and put a trigger tech in it and it should be a contender

[@erichleipold7057]

So for targets closer then 50 you don’t dial ? You’re just holding under 0.1-0.2 ? Was wondering which way would be best. I set my zero stop for 0.2 below just for these close ones but might need to change it back.

[@hesa3656]

Thank You Sir! It was great to see this trial of the rifle. Are the thread protectors unique for precision rifles or just "run of the mill" 1/2 x 28. 👍🇺🇸 #22aday

[@WalterWhite-gw3vm]

Hey Ray I ordered a Terminus Zeus quick change action Friday and I was wondering if you had any time with 1 and what's your take on it

[@jongruen7854]

Who would have thought that 22 lr could be this interesting.

[@wilfdarr]

No one. That's why it's exploded the last 2 years, because until now, literally no one considered it could be this much fun until people started trying it!

[@edmcwilliams6524]

W W J D ? Ray Thank You For The Great Video.

[@TehDFC]

How's glass on xtr3 vs 2?

[@XRING]

There is no comparison between the two. The XTR III is MUCH better than the II. Especially in the higher magnification range.

[@ricks2651]

Where do I get that scope tool?

[@blazerbarrel2]

Always say your target distance please .

[@XRING]

It was in the video. Paper was at 50yards. Then 8” circle at 200 yards, 5” square at 300, and 10” circle at 400.

[@ryc3rz]

Wait..are you shooting unsuppressed rifle without any ear protection??? I know it's .22, but it can still damage hearing

[@XRING]

Good point Kamoni. However, we are all shooting sub sonic ammunition out of a long rifle and not pistol and we are outside. Average db is less than 70db at the shooters ear. Average city life with traffic measures around 70db as well just for reference. While any prolonged exposure isn’t good it is definitely not the same as standard .22.

[@ShooterB1]

On the Kestrel are you making a dope chart or are you fine tuning speed and BC?

[@XRING]

I initially true the Muzzle velocity and then adjust the DSF drop scale factor beyond 200

[@davegrimshaw7318]

Voodoo will like one ammo, Begara a different ammo, find out which ammo each rifle prefers then do a comparison 🤔

[@ricks2651]

Ray, do they make it for lefties? It doesn't say on their site.

[@45auto]

They are supposed to start producing LH versions this summer (I heard June but who knows).

[@hdcconcepts8228]

#133747

[@ricks2651]

Do they make a 60° for it?

[@wilfdarr]

At some point the barrel is in the way. You might want to start looking at a periscope: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hKvXiZKlYpVoa6s

[@wilfdarr]

At some point the barrel is in the way. You might want to start looking at a periscope: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hKvXiZKlYpVoa6s

[@brantsonhyde8062]

How do you like the xtr iii?

[@XRING]

Loving it and still using it with no issues. Wish it had illumination a time or two but other than that, it is solid .

[@mtnshooter2487]

Ammo is ??? SK, Midus< Wolf target, ?

[@XRING]

For this video we used Lapua Center-X. Most of my rimfires don’t like the Wolf Target or Match.

[@wilfdarr]

You kept saying “same lot” like it was some sort of advantage. I mean it's definitely a “good to know” when comparing rifle's, but it illicits the same response from me as “we're both shooting the same hand loads in both rifles”: I mean it's good to know, but if they're not tailored to the rifle then what do we take away from this? It's even worse if one round is selected because it performs favorably in one rifle or the other! Anyways, you also made a video previously showing that a suppressor is inherently less accurate, so that's another variable: why would you bother on a 22 shooting subsonic? ... this video isn't my favorite that you've ever made (though I'm comparing it to some mind blowing knowledge bombs you've dropped, so maybe I'm being overly critical). That said, great review on the scope.

[@RockIslandguy]

Wayyyy our of my budget

[@jamesgang94591]

Why so much MOA?? You can only shoot .22 so far. Seems like a waste of money. I run my Bergara with a flat top rail and don’t have issues hitting anything.

[@XRING]

We shoot out to 500 yards with regularity at these matches. You aren’t doing that with a flat Zero Moa rail.

[@davidsutter3431]

One suppressed one not - not hardly the same set up

[@goosecouple]

For a 50 yd, the Bergara did poorly.

[@blm148]

How do you like the xtr iii?