Seekins Precision

Glen Seekins couldn't find scope rings that met his standards, so he made his own. Friends wanted them. A business was born in Lewiston, Idaho.

That obsession with getting every detail right -- machine tolerances, surface finish, concentricity -- defines everything Seekins builds today. Their rifles run $2,000 to $5,000, sitting between budget precision guns like the Ruger Precision Rifle and full custom builds from shops like GA Precision.

For hunters and precision shooters who need sub-MOA accuracy in a production rifle, Seekins offers Idaho-made quality with real-world field testing baked in.

Glen Seekins couldn't buy scope rings anywhere else, so he made his own. The company grew from there into complete rifles, with the HAVAK series becoming their flagship line. They're a SAAMI member based in Lewiston, Idaho.

The company tests everything in Idaho's mountain terrain -- the kind of country where these rifles actually get used.

That obsession with getting every detail right -- machine tolerances, surface finish, concentricity -- defines everything Seekins builds today.

The HAVAK series covers most precision shooting needs:

The HAVAK Bravo is their volume seller for good reason. It pairs Seekins' accurate HAVAK action with the proven KRG Bravo chassis -- adjustable length of pull, adjustable cheek height, AICS magazine compatible.

At around $2,500, it bridges the gap between a $1,500 Ruger Precision Rifle and a $4,000 custom build.

Seekins still makes the scope rings that started it all, plus rails, AR components, and complete AR-15 rifles:

Those scope rings are genuinely outstanding at their price point. Zero machine marks, consistent concentricity -- they're what built the company's reputation.

Here's how Seekins compares to other precision rifle options:

The HAVAK action is legitimately smooth and precise. You feel the difference when you work the bolt compared to budget options.

Precision hunters appreciate HAVAK rifles for field accuracy and build quality. PRS competitors use them, though they're not dominant in that space yet. Long-range guys document good results to 2,000+ yards.

Common praise:

• •Machining quality is excellent -- zero tool marks, consistent finish
• •HAVAK action cycles smoothly with precise lockup
• •Sub-MOA accuracy is the baseline, not exceptional
• •Customer service stands behind their products
• •American manufacturing with real-world field testing

Common complaints:

• •$2,000+ is serious money when a Savage 110 Precision shoots sub-MOA for $1,300
• •Mixed reports on carbon fiber barrel accuracy -- steel recommended
• •Brand recognition doesn't match custom shops for resale value
• •Limited dealer network compared to major manufacturers

• •Decision flowchart for choosing the right Seekins Precision rifle

Seekins Precision makes rifles for shooters who want measurably better than budget precision options but aren't ready for $4,000+ custom builds. The HAVAK action is genuinely good, the machining quality is premium, and those Idaho roots mean real-world testing in mountain terrain where these rifles actually get used.

At $2,000 to $3,000, you're paying for better fit, finish, and action quality than you get with budget precision rifles. Whether that matters depends on your standards -- a Savage 110 Precision at $1,300 shoots sub-MOA too.

But it doesn't feel like a Seekins when you work the bolt.

The HAVAK Bravo hits the sweet spot for most shooters. You get Seekins' accurate action paired with the proven KRG Bravo chassis in a package that works for both field use and precision shooting.

It's what I'd buy if I needed one rifle to do everything well.

• •KRG Chassis Systems
• •Precision Rifle Cartridges
• •Long Range Shooting Basics