Is Accuracy International worth the money? AI-AT rifle review

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Broke the Accuracy International AT rifle out of the safe. Here's a complete rundown of the components, features, and history that make AI rifles some of the best sniper weapon systems in the world. Make sure and check chapter markers.
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0:00 slick intro
0:59 why do you care?
1:35 Initial zeroing at 100y
3:43 Long distance targets
6:40 SubMOA fails
7:44 Crazy history lesson
9:13 Rifle review begins
13:23 Target at 600y
14:32 A Malfunction?
15:35 Barrel off return to zero
19:43 Long range shots
20:18 Things I forgot
23:30 Final thoughts

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@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

Do you own an AI rifle or would you like to?

@wingding028 4 ай бұрын

yep ive a ai at 308 and a awsm 338 love them both

@pampasspmw 4 ай бұрын

AIAW owner here. I have not once regretted buy my rifle.

@jeffreywilson690 4 ай бұрын

Not worth the money for me

@gsnicholas8522 4 ай бұрын

It's not worth the cost in my opinion. Not when the same result can be achieved for half the cost.

@nickgoldfarb98 4 ай бұрын

Got a AI AX and a AT-X both are great and comparable accuracy to yours. But for new shooters that love the quick barrel change and don’t want to break the bank definitely recommend the Seekins

@joevandal4192 4 ай бұрын

On my AT and my AXSR I have found that, regardless of barrel (308 and 6.5x47L for the AT, and 300 PRC, 308, and 6.5 PRC for the AXSR), ensuring that the mating surfaces between the barrel shoulder and receiver are wiped clean makes a huge difference. I've tested this enough times to even put my own criticisms to rest. I fully recognize that it's a challenge in the field also. Just pointing this out as I know exactly what your rifle will do and minimization of anomalies affords us greater confidence in our equipment Great video and I appreciate the content, especially the AI stuff!

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

good thoughts, all valid. Thanks.

@paulhayden255 12 күн бұрын

I owned a AIAX with 6MM CM, 6.5CM, and 308 barrels. It was a great rifle. When I first got it, I swore I would never sell it, but it sat in my safe most of the time. At the end of the day, it wouldn't put a bullet $7K dollars closer to my POA than my Tikka CTR in a Bravo chassis would, and I found the Tikka more enjoyable to shoot. I had an opportunity to sell it for not much less than I paid for it, so I did. I don't knock anyone that has the money and can afford one I say go for it.

@rodstumman3866 22 күн бұрын

Good way to see that you’re not flinching, you were absolutely still when you thought you had the malfunction

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 21 күн бұрын

thanks for commenting. Thanks for watching as well.

@gconnoyer 4 ай бұрын

Now that my ATX is broken in, I’m extremely happy with it. Last match I even pulled the barrel between stages. I absolutely am in love with the quick change barrel.

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

did yours return to zero? Mine usually does...

@gconnoyer 4 ай бұрын

@@PrecisionRifleNetwork yours didnt because the barrel torque was different as well as the cross bolt torque. If you do both with the same torque, its perfect.

@user-vh8rd6px9u 4 ай бұрын

I agree I love mine and it returns to poi within a inch. The at-x took some getting used to from my Curtis but it doesn't lock up in dusty environment either.

@OsamaBinSmokinTV 4 ай бұрын

I love my AXSA. Has taken me out to 1,950 yards in 6.5CM with a Proof pre-fit. When I miss a shot it's more likely me and not the rifle. Quick change barrel system makes swapping calibers easy and even though I'm in the south, knowing my bolt won't freeze makes the deer more scared to come out during hunting season. Great video as always.

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

sounds good. thanks for watching and commenting.

@mike6252 4 ай бұрын

I have a AI-AT in 6.5 C/M, and a ATX in 6.5 C/M. I love both of these rifles! Their out of the box accuracy is amazing especially with Berger factory ammunition. I really like having such an intuitive barrel swap system. I have barrels for 6GT and 6C/M that mount up/perform flawlessly! I believe it's difficult to beat AI if you want a top notch rifle system that has easy barrel swap capability and out of the box accuracy!

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

I agree 👍

@thelonggunner762 4 ай бұрын

Those rifles are sweet! Been wanting to get a safe queen like that myself but haven't quite settled on which one yet.

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

If I had it do over again, I would get the AI AX. More adjustability in the buttstock, and of course the easy caliber change is sweet too.

@jcprecisionrifle 4 ай бұрын

Love my AT! Got it in a Vision Chassis now and its a gamechanger! You should try one!

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

Nice, sounds great. I do need to try the competition version at some point.

@jcprecisionrifle 4 ай бұрын

@PrecisionRifleNetwork Yeah such a shame they've discontinued the AT. I had mine with a classic Thumbhole stock but it just wasn't suitable for PRS. But at least with the Vision Chassis I can change back to the AT Chassis if I ever wanted too and keep a classic Rifle 👌

@dk17hmr 4 ай бұрын

The AIAT is my favorite rifle in the safe….no practical reason for me to own it really but I wanted one and had the cash….do not regret it. I have a couple other rifles that will take prefits but for the most part I’m using the AI for testing different rounds.

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

nice, same here. don't regret my purchase at all.

@kprobinson5274 4 ай бұрын

Absolutely amazing rifles and no more expensive than a custom build. I’ve trusted my life to an AT for over a decade now. Even having 10,000 rounds through it, it is still a .5 mos rifle. Hands down the best

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

Thanks bro. 🫡

@xDlol24 3 күн бұрын

I've got an AXMC in .338LM, Kahles K525i DLR, Eratec assembly, B&T suppressor and Atlas Bipod. It shoots extremly good and it's high quality. The only thing I don't like on AI is, that they don't give you anything extra. My rifel came on a plastic bag. Every extra thing costs way more.

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 3 күн бұрын

yeah for the money I feel like they should atleast include a second mag and a hard case.

@AF-O6 4 ай бұрын

Sorry. I missed the brand of the ARCA adapter. I use the spigot mount on my AT, but your setup looks slick for tripod use.

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

Check out ultradyne for arca rails. There’s a link in the description I believe.

@Dayattherange 4 ай бұрын

Wow drool thanks for sharing with us. Lothar Walther barrels dont get their due I think.

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching sir.

@arka3868 4 ай бұрын

Hey I have an AI AT 308, with three different calibers (.308, 6.5x47L & 6XC)from three different manufacturers (original, Lilja and Border)... Love the rifle and the system. Had it since '17, so fairly experienced with the rifle... SO! What I'm getting at is... you do not need more then handtighten the barrel to the action, AND the barrel set screw should be set to 5.5 NM tq (according to AI manual)

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

Cool thx for the comment. Yeah I know, I usually just have it hand tightened, but I couldn't bust it loose this time for some reason...and I forgot my tools so I couldn't properly torque. Sometimes I want to make a great video and then my stupidity ruins it. LOL

@ChrisSmith-eu5nm 4 ай бұрын

Superb rifle love mine in 308 regards from the uk

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

Cheers! Thanks for watching.

@c-grunt6853 4 ай бұрын

I love my AI AT. I also find it strange to see such a shift after the barrel removal. Ive done a similar thing to show it off and it's always returned within an inch at 100 yards. Maybe it was the extra torque? I always just put my barrel on hand tight then give it a good snug with my hand.

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

I think that's probably right. I usually just hand tighten as well. Usually returns to zero for me with no issues. thanks for watching.

@alexs1972 4 ай бұрын

Right in the beginning, I was waiting for that bart simpson moment where he ams away from the bird but hits it anyway 😂

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

😂

@ShooterB1 4 ай бұрын

Good Stuff!

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@Mrgunsngear 4 ай бұрын

It's a shooter for sure 🇺🇸

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

appreciate the comment sir.

@steveshintani7003 Ай бұрын

Could you make a video on changing the firing pin spring? I have about 3000 rds on mine and was thinking about changing it

@PrecisionRifleNetwork Ай бұрын

hello. just being honest here...no. KZfaq frowns on anything they consider "modifications" to firearms. Sorry.

@mrkanangra Ай бұрын

It is crazy how many people can afford an AXSR!!!!! ( then on top of that another10K for rings/base/scope etc...... all up atleast 20K USD.....

@PrecisionRifleNetwork Ай бұрын

Insane.

@user-zi4mn6tf1e Ай бұрын

Glad you yanks like the British rifle.. Great video by the way..

@PrecisionRifleNetwork Ай бұрын

I definitely like it! Thanks for watching.

@richardh8990 17 күн бұрын

Do you have footage of the malfunction when you went to cycle the bolt? I noticed on mine, very rarely I will have user induced error by not pulling the bolt all the way back before I send the bolt forward. It won't pick up a round and I get the same "click". I don't video myself shooting so I could never tell if it was me not pulling bolt all the way back or its the mag/receiver/ammo interface angle etc.

@richardh8990 17 күн бұрын

Never mind, kept watching and saw that you were empty. That's the other thing I noticed with mine. Sometimes depending on how the magazine is seated, the bolt would get caught on the follower and not go forward to indicate empty, other times it would.

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 17 күн бұрын

yeah empty. either way it was my fault. lol

@ddn79 4 ай бұрын

I only hand tight my barrels on, but torque down the cross screw.

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

Usually that’s what I do too.

@neilb1619 2 ай бұрын

The cross screw torque is 49 inch pounds. Don't over tighten it. Fix it sticks have a 49 inlb torque limiter specifically for the AI barrel tension bolt.

@ddn79 2 ай бұрын

@@neilb1619 Depends on the barrel. I have seen several barrels on the AI that liked the cross bolt tighten down way over the AI spec of 45 inch lbs. My 300NM likes it at 65inch lbs. It makes a huge difference.

@tacticalmattfoley 4 ай бұрын

Always wanted one of these.....closest I've gotten is a Sako TRG22.....

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

Sako is excellent too. I’ll get one of those someday.

@johngrimm4277 3 ай бұрын

What really has impressed me is the walther barrels, i got a 1/10 barrel from them and after a 100rd break in, it shoots everything from 155 lapua scenar l to 190 smk in one hole at 100. It definitely shoots better then the bartlien 30 inch i had done up by a very reputable company.

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 3 ай бұрын

sweet, glad you got a good one. Barrels can definitely vary.

@steveshintani7003 Ай бұрын

Can you make a video on changing the firing pin spring on your AI AT ? Nobody ever did one.

@PrecisionRifleNetwork Ай бұрын

hello. just being honest here...no. KZfaq frowns on anything they consider "modifications" to firearms. Sorry.

@charlesmullins3238 4 ай бұрын

I can’t change the barrel on ol fn but it will shoot Walmart 168s as good or better so why would I..wonder if you got yours around d same time lav got his covert..? He mentions those original barrels in that vid…👊🏻

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

owning an AI is definitely not required to shoot small groups and have fun. Lots of great rifles out there. I tell everyone, if you like what you have and it shoots good, then who cares how much it cost. Thanks for watching.

@charlesmullins3238 4 ай бұрын

@@PrecisionRifleNetwork $ ain’t a damn bitta good to a man when he’s gone…buddies get tore up cause I pack Dan Wesson, blast my waypoint carbon like a savage axis,and use my crye camo like it’s made for but by hell if I’m gonna spend the $ I’m gonna enjoy it at least…your a solid man Joel I know this…💪🏻🫡.matt

@ourujan 11 күн бұрын

AI AW AI AX50 they are totally the best rifles of their cathegory.

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 11 күн бұрын

Big ole boy. Maybe someday I’ll get one.

@toolman9081 4 ай бұрын

That price tag is hilarious.

@tyrantworm7392 4 ай бұрын

Cheap, when the government is paying.

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

I don’t like it either, but it’s in line with other custom precision rifle builds.

@andreytodorov843 4 ай бұрын

Where is that range in CO? Can you give me the name and location please?

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

The store Mile High Shooting is north of Denver. The range where I made this video is a private home in Missouri. Sorry for the confusion.

@thecrusaders2516 4 ай бұрын

Different torque on barrel causing poi shift?

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

yep most likely, but it's the first time it's had an issue. I was genuinely surprised.

@djalluget6870 4 ай бұрын

So did you get to greg ? Good video. Great rifles

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

Guess we’ll see what he says.

@tacticalrabbit308 4 ай бұрын

Wonder what scared the bird the most the sound or the impact of the bullet?

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

haha no idea.

@JacksonMalcolm 4 ай бұрын

I really want the new AT-x mil rifle. In my eyes we want combat ready ARs and handguns why not precision rifles? I dont own an AI but i have shot them off bags and in a few positions and yeah they arent great but thats not really where they are at home.

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

I agree. thx for watching.

@joshuagibson2520 4 ай бұрын

This is my take on it. If you're getting paid to shoot (competition \ clandestine \ gov operations) then possibly, yes, worth the money. For recreation or just for fun competition I can't see it at all. If it was as exponentially more capable to equate with the exponential cost, then maybe. However the point of diminishing returns hits fast. You end up paying 10x as much for something that is maybe only 2x as capable. At what point does one stop? I'd say for the average person who can easily shoot 1 moa with a $1k rifle (and a few for 500ish), then why spend 10x the price for groups that are .2 or .3 moa better? Again, if you're getting paid well to shoot and the results matter, then the high price makes sense.

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

That all makes sense. Thanks for watching.

@cameronjaeger 4 ай бұрын

Nothing wrong with a mustang but don't try and tell me it's a Ferrari

@neilb1619 2 ай бұрын

Joshua, obviously you do not own an AI. It's not just the accuracy, though that is a factor. It is the confidence that it gives, the knowledge that it will perform every time I need it to, no matter the weather, or environment it is in. It's also the fact that I can have ANY short action cartridge in the same frame. Just spin up a barrel, and done. I have cheap rifles that shoot as accurately, but when I can only pick one rifle from the 20 or so I have, I'll be reaching for the AI. I waited (and made sacrifices and saved) for over 30 years to get my AI. Absolutely worth it. It will be the last rifle that I ever give up. They are not for everyone, but until you own one, you will not understand what it is about an AI. There are intangibles that non owners just don't understand.

@EagleEyeShooting 4 ай бұрын

Let's get you some smaller targets 😉 one day ill get an AI.

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

lol not my range, though I suspect the owner wouldn't mind if I put up some smaller plates. How you been sir?

@PassionforRifles 4 ай бұрын

I have a one dream, be able to shoot with AI rifle once in my life time. No importer in Finland 😔

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

They are nice, but your Sako is excellent too!

@PassionforRifles 4 ай бұрын

@@PrecisionRifleNetwork Sako TRG is nice too, but the hype on AI just on a different level.

@neilb1619 2 ай бұрын

Come to England. You can shoot my AI.

@AGC828 13 күн бұрын

Why do snippets rifles still use polymer stocks and gross?? Wii not aluminum or? Polymer with tungsten inserts...

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 13 күн бұрын

Some are polymer. Some are polymer but infused so they are stronger. Some are aluminum chassis. Some are carbon fiber. There are a lot of options.

@glockparaastra 4 ай бұрын

Nope. No factory rifle can beat a custom build.

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

Wait, you’re comparing an AI to any ordinary factory rifle?

@cedhome7945 4 ай бұрын

It's quite funny that because of the cost you regard this as a safe queen, ....it is designed to be lugged in and out of helicopter's land rovers APC etc and the "gentleman" who this is made for don't care about it being dinged or getting muddy as long as it kills it is doing its job .now for a real comparison try taking your cheap but cosseted rifles on a assault course then see if it still kills .... what you are comparing is apples to oranges,this is a millitary tool ... end of

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

You didn’t watch the entire video did you? Also, safe queen doesn’t mean I baby it.

@imjustadude 4 ай бұрын

b/c it's too damn expensive for the average folk.....

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

Yes. It’s a lot of money. All high quality things tend to cost more. Unfortunately.

@imjustadude 4 ай бұрын

@@PrecisionRifleNetwork you got that right. I'll drive a clunker but drop dough on a gun..... my priorities are patriotic at least... right????

@northman77 4 ай бұрын

It cycle great and all... But I hit targets more often with my rem 700 than the AI rifle of my friend and his shitty reloads 🤷

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

Maybe you’re just a better shooter?

@northman77 4 ай бұрын

@@PrecisionRifleNetwork I practice more that's for sure. That said, 1.5 MOA reload wont help any kind of shooter. I dont think it's the gun (which is fantastic!) or the guy (he was really great at prs 7 or 8 years ago...), It's the ammo.

@davebone8326 4 ай бұрын

A pipe wrench that is butchery. Have some prep and self respect.

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 4 ай бұрын

ha I understand and would usually agree, BUT in this case i had no reason to believe I wouldn't be able to break it loose with my hands...as that's how i've always done it. Also, it was such a small amount of force that the wrench didn't even scuff the cerakote. Also also, not my range so I don't keep tools there and I don't keep barrel change tools in my range bag b/c I rarely take a barrel off in the field.

@dantesfinferno7248 14 күн бұрын

Discontinued now :(

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 14 күн бұрын

What? Really?

@NaNa-rb7ou 3 ай бұрын

4lb trigger on a $5k rifle no thank you

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 3 ай бұрын

I like lighter triggers as well but it’s two stage, so the final break point is only like 1.5lbs.

@johngrimm4277 3 ай бұрын

Try looking at the competition trigger. Honestly the best drop in trigger I ever felt

@NaNa-rb7ou 3 ай бұрын

@@johngrimm4277 yea but why they charge $5k pretax and I still have to spend another $400-500 for a trigger

@johngrimm4277 3 ай бұрын

@@NaNa-rb7ou could say the same about the scar 17....I just know I bought my AT and then bought the trigger.

@NaNa-rb7ou 3 ай бұрын

@@johngrimm4277 yea but scar 17 is not a primary sniper rifle. It was meant to bridge the gap between kicking down doors and clearing room while allowing you intermediate capabilities. Also it’s a gas gun which mechanically waaay more expensive to produce thus cost cutting has to be made. This AI is premium Marksman rifle and come with a 5lb combat grunt rifle throw away level of a trigger, unacceptable

@kristijanmedved6066 7 күн бұрын

Sako is much better at same price

@PrecisionRifleNetwork 7 күн бұрын

What is it about the Sako that makes you say that?

@kristijanmedved6066 7 күн бұрын

@@PrecisionRifleNetwork i had both but TRG build quality is better, the rifle is lighter, trigger is more crisp, action is always silk smooth even in harsh conditions (frost cold blizzards etc) and TRG bipod is without question more stable than the AI bipod bcs it connects to the stock much closer to the bore axis and its feet spread wider resulting in faster shot recovery