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    Leupold or vortex

    I hear this mentioned fairly often, but don't understand how it helps. Let me see if I'm correct: Assuming I zero'd at 100yds and only have 12 mils up elevation remaining in my turret. If I move to 300yds and have to "add" (dial) 2 mils up via the turrets to get zero'd, wouldn't I only have 10...
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    Comey indicted!!!

    So wait, he got indicted for posting the seashells in the sand "86 47"?
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    Training Courses San Diego Course Precision Rifle September 2025

    Could someone from out of state, non-LE come to Ca and bring their can? Since Ca has sooo many laws/rules/roadblocks? Kind of conflicting between you and @waveslayer
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    Quantico Shooting Club - Worth the Drive?

    Everyone of your points and the counterpoints made by other people is happening at our club (Santa Margarita Gun Club) on MCB Camp Pendleton, San Diego CA. At least your "guest competitor's" pass is good for a year. Our members get a year pass, non-member match signups have to go get a...
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    Excited To Start A Sniper Rifle Collection From FL

    Usually trolls or prepubescent boys talk about wanting "sniper rifles"....
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    Excited To Start A Sniper Rifle Collection From FL

    Cool, I like the M14 rifles. Prefer the "classic" M14 based sniper like the M21 or Port Security versions vs the newer EBR.
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    Tactical/Target Rifle w/WOOD

    Love that matte finish!
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    American Reloading MP424 or MP425 powders

    Update to the various MP powders listed as "Similar to AA2230". American Reloading responded to me in an e-mail that they were all the same bulk powder, but different lots as @RegionRat suggested. Therefore they assigned a different number to each. Thanks
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    American Reloading MP424 or MP425 powders

    Cool, thanks. Just curious on the different numbers. Both 424 and 425 say similar to 2230 and wondered if there is a difference between the two or if it's just different lot numbers. Regardless, it sounds like it will fit the bill for the intended purpose.
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    American Reloading MP424 or MP425 powders

    Anyone have experience with the cheaper powders available from AR? They list it as "similar to" AA2230. I tried to search here and Google but not much luck on reviews or past experience. Just looking for powder to make some cheaper rounds when participating in the "Run-n-gun" matches that only...
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    What scope to use for 100 yard groupings?

    Ummmm, whichever scope is on the rifle at the time.... I mean, we're talking about one hundred yards, right?
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    Why are AR15s so difficult to shoot for the average shooter?

    Eh, 2-1/2 MOA is my best ability with a sling/glove/coat and wobbly elbow at 5 or 600 yds with good ammo...
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    Why are AR15s so difficult to shoot for the average shooter?

    If there weren't benches to sit on, then 99% of shooters in America wouldn't even be able to shoot at all......
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    Wild ES with Tac 223 Load

    Not that this is related to your SD's, but an extra step that is working against you. The neck tension at .002" is insufficient for semi-auto. Just use the factory expander button that gives .004/.005" neck. Dillon dropper sometimes need polishing and "tweaking" the springs and assembly to...
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    308 FGGM brass

    Can always just buy 100 pieces... https://3riversammo.com/product/308-winchester-federal-gold-metal-match-brass-once-fired/