Spartan Precision Rifles Deviant 6.5mm Creedmoor Precision Bolt Action Rifle, MFD 2019
LSB#: 200311TL01
Make: Spartan Precision Rifles
Model: Deviant
Serial Number: SPR0199
Year of Manufacture: 2018/2019 (based on the original invoice)
Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor
Action Type: Magazine Fed Bolt Action Rifle
Markings: The left side of the receiver is marked “SPARTAN / PRECISION RIFLES / SAN JOSE, CA”, the right is marked with the serial number at the rear. The left of the barrel is marked “6.5MM CREEDMOOR”, the right is marked “SPARTAN / RIFLES”.
Barrel Length: 24″ Bartlein #11 Medium Palma contour, 1:8″, 4-groove. 25 1/2″ to the end of the muzzle brake (5/8×24 thread)
Weight: 11 lb., 10.4 oz.
Sights / Optics: The receiver has an integral 5 3/4″ picatinny rail. There is no provision for iron sights. No optics or mounts are included.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is a Manners EH1-A Forest Camo finished synthetic with textured grip areas, pistol grip, adjustable comb, solid black rubber Decelerator buttpad, two flush-fit QD sockets on the left and two on the bottom (one each front and rear) and a 4″ rail-mount on the bottom-front of the forend which also has an integral QD socket. The stock shows only minor handling wear with not significant wear or damage. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 13 3/4″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the pad. The pad has minor wear and is still supple. Overall, the stock is in about Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Flat Dark Earth (FDE) Cerakote
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its metal finish. The rifle shows a few scuffs & small light handling marks. The screw heads are intact. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle is in Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: The rifle comes with a padded cardboard box which we believe to be the original shipping carton, Atlas BT46-LW17 bipod installed on the forend rail, knurled thread protector, a single 10-round Accuracy International magazine, and a copy of the original purchase invoice. The box has scattered light storage wear. The accessories are in Excellent condition.
Our Assessment: This is a Spartan Precision Rifles custom build bolt action rifle chambered for 6.5 Creedmoor. The rifle was built with their own Deviant receiver with integral picatinny rail, 24″ Bartlein #11 Medium Palma contour barrel threaded with a muzzle brake installed which has a beautiful blend showing no seam. The package is rounded out with a Manners EH1-A stock, Spartan Precision Rifle’s Bottom Dweller detachable box magazine trigger housing (AICS compatible) and a Huber two-stage trigger. Considered one of the better short-action cartridges for long range precision, the 6.5 Creedmoor has become quite popular since its introduction in 2008 with both competition target shooters as well as hunters who want to ensure humane shots at longer distance. This rifle was custom built by some of the best in the business, and should make a great precision rifle for the lucky winner. Please see our photos and good luck!