Dave Sink Custom Stiller Predator .223 Remington/.204 Ruger Target Rifle
SOLD FOR: $1630
LSB#: 210612EW01
Make: Dave Sink Custom Stiller Action
Model: Predator
Serial Number: PB10413
Year of Manufacture: 2005-2020
Caliber: Barrels are included chambered for .223 Remington and .204 Ruger
Action Type: Bolt Action Single Shot Rifle
Markings: The left of the receiver is marked “PB10413”, “PREDATOR” and “SPF, LLC WYLIE, TX”. The bottom of the bolt handle is marked “P13”. The left of the installed barrel is marked “223 REM / D SINK”, the right has “223 S” hand-written. The additional barrel has “204S” hand written next to “204 RUGER / D SINK”.
Barrel Length: 26″
Sights / Optics: There is no provision for iron sights. The top of the receiver is drilled and tapped with a 5″ alloy picatinny rail installed.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stock is one-piece green fiberglass H-S Precision with flat-bottom pistol grip, straight comb and black rubber H-S Precision buttpad. The stock has provision for sling studs front and rear, but none are present. There are a few light scuffs and general light handling wear. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP meaures 13 5/8″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttpad. The pad has light wear at the edges of the heel and toe. Overall, the stock is in Fine condition.
Type of Finish: Stainless Steel
Finish Originality: Original to Custom Build
Bore Condition: The bores are bright with sharp rifling. There is no erosion in either bore.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its metal finish. The barrels have a few minor scratches and handling marks. The action shows minor operational wear. The screw heads have strong sockets. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle is in Fine-Excellent condition (see Mechanics).
Mechanics: The action functions correctly, but it should be noted that the Jewell trigger is approximately 2 oz. and closing the bolt too sharply will trip the sear. The trigger guard has play at the front, but its mounting screw is snug. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle comes with the additional .204 Ruger barrel as described.
Our Assessment: This is a custom target rifle built by well respected gunsmith Dave Sink in North Carolina. The rifle was made with Benchmark barrels on a Stiller Predator action all bedded in an H-S Precision fiberglass stock. Finished off with a 2 ounce (!) Jewell trigger, this is a set that will make for a great benchrest gun that would also be death on your local varmint population. According to information provided by the consignor, both are set up with standard chamber neck diameter, 1:11″ twist for use with lighter projectiles and were broken in with a strict “shoot/clean/shoot/clean” procedure. Whether you’ve got a groundhog problem or just want to poke little holes in paper very close together, this ought to be a great rifle for the lucky winner. Please see our photos and good luck!