All my guns are aluminum, fiberglass or plastic. I need a beautiful wood hunting rifle, budget up to $5k without scope. My LGS has some Weatherbys on the rack, but I have plenty of middle-of-the-road calibers in bolt and AR formats from .223 up to 280AI. Honestly, the weatherbys didn't feel any better than the Browning Xbolt they had in wood. In fact the browning xbolt with the aluminum action felt great, almost too great.

I don't have a bolt action 30 I don't own a .243 so guess I need to change that (.243 or 300 win mag). Opposite ends of the spectrum I know, but I'll eventually get both. I looked into buying a blank and having it carved and going full custom, but I don't think I'm ready for that process, and the hand carving + wood + barrel + action + trigger etc will exceed my budget probably.

I've looked at all the big American manufacturers and I like the Winchester 70 Super Grade French Walnut over any Weatherby offerings.

You can find Cooper's online, but not from them directly as they transition to Nighthawk ownership. This brings me then over to the European manufacturers. The top end of my budget is the bottom end of Blaser pricing, so I'm out for that. I think I can get a good-looking Merkel Helix, Sako or JP Sauer & Sohn for $5k but finding them online where I can add to cart and buy has been a bit more difficult than I anticipated, especially Merkel. Plus the straight pull bolt would be a new thing for my collection.

If you were to buy a wood stocked gun these days, with an emphasis on beautiful wood, classic lines, what maker would you go for? Are there smaller gun makers I may have overlooked?

Doug from Camera Land's Day 4 SHOT Show Report

I started my day with Sightron. As I've already shared with you they just released 2 new series of scopes. Sightron S6 1-6x24, S6 1-6x24 FFP - LRT
S6 1-6x24 SFP - IR4A - These should be available around the end of February.
The new 5-30x56's should be in around the end of March.
Both of these scopes are made in Japan.

Sightron’s engineers gave thoughtful consideration in designing a LPVO (low power variable optic) to meet the demanding needs of 3-gun competitors, tactical operators and close-range hunters. First, using the finest Japanese glass combined with Sightron’s exclusive MC-777 lens multi-coating, gives the shooter amazing clarity, contrast, and excellent light transmission all while reducing flare. This and combined with Sightron’s Precision Focus Eyepiece which provides comfortable eye-relief and a generous sight picture gives the shooter an uninterrupted sight of the target under varying lighting conditions. In those challenging lighting situations, another aid to help the shooter acquire their target is the 11-position illumination dial with off positions between each setting allowing the shooter to quickly set their desired intensity. The aircraft grade aluminum 34mm tube houses Sightron’s exclusive ExacTrack W&E system for consistent, repetitive tracking, and is O-ring sealed, nitrogen charged and 1,000G rated shockproof so that your scope provides reliable performance these shooters demand.

I stopped back over at Element for just a quick visit which turned into more than an hour, but a very worthwhile time for sure. We discussed some of their future hunting scope plans and these guys are ON THE BALL. Keep your eye on Element for what should be great things to continue coming.

I went from here to iRay / Infiray As you should know we started representing them towards the end of 2023. Great to actually meet the guys I've been communicating with. After seeing all they've got I am excited to be a part of this Thermal company's representation.
I checked out their new:

RICO PRO 640 Variable 25/50mm Thermal Weapon Sight
Device Technology: Thermal Imaging
Objective Focal Length: 25mm/50mm
Sensor Resolution: 640×512
Sensor Pixel Size: 12μm
Sensor Frame Rate: 50hz
Detection Range: 2400 Yards
Optical Magnification: 1.5X / 3X
Digital Magnification: 8X, stepped
Onboard Recording: Yes
Objective Diameter: 25mm / 50mm
The InfiRay Outdoor RICO PRO was built to do three things: make the best image possible, be easy to use, and be the most advanced dual field-of-view (FOV) thermal weapon sight available to the commercial market. InfiRay Outdoor’s patented dual FOV objective lens allows users to seamlessly switch between awide FOV for detection and a narrow FOV for target identification. Unmatched image quality paired withan intuitive and easy-to-use interface, HD display, 6-hour run-time, aluminum alloy housing, and 32GB ofinternal memory, gives you all the tools you need to take your hunt to the next level.

BOLT TL35 V2 Thermal Weapon Sight 384x288 35mm
Sensor Resolution: 384×288
Sensor Pixel Size: 12μm
Sensor Frame Rate: 12μm
Objective Focal Length: 35mm
Objective F#: 1.1
Optical Magnification: 3X
Detection Range: 1750 Yards
Onboard Recording: Yes
Device Technology: Thermal Imaging
Digital Magnification: 4X, stepped
Objective Diameter: 35mm
The InfiRay Outdoor BOLT TL35 V2 was designed for optimal use on any platform that demands flexible mounting options and increased eye relief. In addition to the features found on the original TL35, the TL35 V2 adds several highly requested features including an AMOLED display, audio recording, and laser rangefinder connectivity via Bluetooth. The T-6061 aluminum housing allows mounting with standard 30 mm rings like a traditional day scope. A 50hz 12 μm detector, HD display, and manual focus lens all team up to create an image that’s anything but traditional. The TL35 V2 features a dual battery design for 10+ hours of run time and 32GB of internal memory to keep your optic going all night.The BOLT Series was designed from the ground up for optimal use on bolt action rifles and other platforms that demand flexible mounting options with increased eye relief. The traditional style of a BOLT housing allows for mounting with standard 30mm rings like a typical day scope.

I'm sure Jeff will have these great new units on our website for you very shortly.

Next, and last stop of SHOT Show 2023, was a lookie see over at Arken. I've been reading about them for a while but never saw any of their products. I took a look and chatted with a great team member there. More needs to be discussed but stay tuned as this may be a new addition for us.

Remember we are running our SHOT Show Week Sale through this Sunday at Midnight so if it's not marked down already call, 516-217-1000, and we will hook you up.


If there is anything you're looking for please give us a call at 516-217-1000. It is always our pleasure to speak with you. Always give a call to discuss options and what would be best for your needs.

The Johnny Rockets Cookies and Cream Milkshake was a nice show ender for me.

Thanks for taking the time to read this. Have a great day & please follow us on Instagram at gr8fuldoug_

Thank you for your continued support.
If there is anything else that we can assist you with please let us know.
Camera Land
720 Old Bethpage Road
Old Bethpage, NY 11804
516-217-1000
Please visit our web site @ www.cameralandny.com

Anyone interested in a Brand New Matrix Pro - Tungsten.

I mounted my action and did some dry firing.... I am going to stick with the original Matrix Chassis with the external Gray Ops Weights.

$1300 TYD

Selling my used Staccato P Duo, and all that I bought for it as a package. Round count is around 1000, and has lived in the safe for about 10 months.

Looking to get $2500 for the package as a whole, but will entertain serious offers. However I am not presently looking for trades. Have too much stuff as is.

In this I am including the following along with the Staccato P Duo.

Factory bag with plates and other OEM stuff

Sure fire X300U flashlight

11 in total Staccato 20 round magazines

Safariland Level 3 duty holster (set for optics)

QVO black IWB holster

New 16lb spring for 9 major/38 super major power factor. In case someone wants to run hot rod loadings through it. Never have myself but I did notice some +p and +p+ cycled too fast with the 15lb spring.

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I will include the Leupold DPP that is on it if requested however, somehow the glass got chipped on the inside corner which caused a small crack. I’ve been meaning to send the DPP back to Leupold but life has been too busy. If you want the optic to do this yourself, it’s included at the 2500 price.

I will be posting more in depth photographs later this week but I am packing for a quick business trip presently. I’ll also make sure to post the photos of the holsters. The QVO has never been used, the safariland has but is in good condition.

If you have any questions or concerns feel free to send me a message. I do live in the Las Vegas area as well and would consider in person/at FFL if schedules fit.


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Hi All,
I have a sweet shooting (0.24 moa) bolt action build, chambered in 6.5 creedmoor. I also have a AI AXMC in 338 lapua (0.25 moa).

I am contemplating putting thunderbeast suppressors on both of these guns. One gun I use for PRS and other for ELR matches.

I am looking for feedback on cons of using a suppressor on a precision rifle. Does it impact accuracy, recoil or any other related aspect?

Looking for comments from folks who have had the experience and specifically of using it in matches.

thanks for your inputs.

Best
Harjeet

I tried contacting surgeon, but haven't received any response after a couple weeks.

Will any particular coating or treatment hurt the action? I heard that the surgeons come ion bonded. Can someone confirm?

Justice. Someone saved the taxpayers a lot of future money.

Regardless of his motive (Does he really care or just getting the senior vote?) I agree on this. My SS and Medicare are not 'gifts' from the gub'mint. I worked for them and paid for them, in advance, just like a rifle or car. To all politicians, keep your grubby assed, stealing, cheating, fucktard, pissant, piece of shit hands off my shit.

We talk about the "The spark" well this could be it. You take a large part of my retirement and I go on the stReet, I've got nothing to lose and I'm coming after YOU, PERSONALLY, and not with extreme prejudice, but with MAXIMUM prejudice.

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H4350 for local pick up in central florida, orlando área. 300

Updated my avatar. That is all.

Reposting this. Great rifle and caliber but wanting to get back to 30cal. Rifle was worked by Shaen Rifles out of California, who does awesome work. Planned to hunt with it, but has sat in the safe for most of its life. 60 rounds fired, .5 MOA with factory Hornady 147eldm. Would be a hammer with load development.

-Tikka T3x with magnum bolt face, feed ramp notched for longer OAL. Standard Tikka rail.
-Proof 1:7.5 twist 24 inch prefit with Shaen’s proprietary brake installed, threaded 5/8x24 (mouth of receiver to end of brake is right at 24 inches)
-McMillan a3-5 inletted for CDI bottom metal (no bedding)
-Timney Two stage trigger
-72 rounds Hornady 143eldx
-22 rounds Hornady 147eldm
-unfired hornady brass (will check quantity later)

$2200 shipped for package. Will not sale brass and ammo separately unless rifle sells first.

Trades:
- Rem 5r 300wm +cash
-like valued 300wsm/300wm/300 Norma barreled actions.
-short barreled 308 rifles. I can’t help myself.
-lever action 45-70 +cash

Thanks,

Joe

Funny... All the focus on pistol braces while the Glock Switch is ignored.
Curious how many crimes committed using a pistol brace compared to a Glock Switch.
Could be a "Racial Profiling" issue if it was enforced.

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10 hours ago — Australian park rangers discovered a giant, toxic toad that eats anything that fits into her mouth. They named her Toadzilla.

Need help ID this rifle Model .308 I want to change out Bottom metal and add a Magazine. Need to know what to order.

Thinking of getting a SIG 365 X Macro. Like the high capacity and small size for AIWB carry.

I like the grip much better than the other versions of the 365. Only thing I might change about it is to remove the comp. Probably doesn't do a ton and I'd imagine it directs the flash in your face - not ideal for concealed carry.

I like the Glock 43x a lot, but for almost double the capacity I think I'll take the SIG.

Anything else out there worth considering in this category?

Any feedback on the gun?

Thanks!

This one came to us from one of our dealers. I guess the owner took it somewhere to have the handle swept, it failed, and the attempt to reattach it didn't go so well, and it failed again. There are some "Yuks" in this thing that I'll have to be dealt with first. Wire-feed welders and bolt guns aren't the best bedfellows.



Cancer be gone!





The "test zap." A small tack weld for mockup to verify timing and position. It's pretty good so we'll move along.



Root passes to fill from the bottom up. This way there's some actual "spine" in the weld.





Root and fill passes complete, onto the mill. This job begs for the 4th axis as it makes the workholding a snap and I'll be able to access multiple faces in a single setup.





Fluff n buff on a scotchbrite wheel. One more saved from the grave. I see two little pimples that I need to go back and sand out. I missed those.

Looking for input on what some realistic groups are at 200 yards.So far the best i have gotten are maybe just under 2 inch. but that is not consistant. that is shooting a 40x conversation with ah shilen barrel. thaks

Is it just me or did the casinos and streets seem comparatively empty?

Whats everybody’s go to for barrel vises?
I have a viper and not a fan.
Have been eyeballing the long rifle since and the bravo from short action customs…

Doug from Camera Land's Day 3 SHOT Show Report

Today was a no appointment day. A day to walk the room, see what I could see and revisit a few places just to look again at a few products.

I did wind up turning a tomorrow appointment into a today appointment with Element Optics. I was shock, thrilled and amazed to see their new THEOS 6-36x56 FFP.
"THEOS has entered the room – Created through a three year process of meticulous planning, careful crafting and brutal testing. With a completely re-engineered turret system, digital illumination control and a magnification range of 6-36x, we’ve raised the bar governing what a flagship should be and placed the Theos firmly on the throne. New features on this model include a revolution flag that provides a visual indication when you pass a full turn, a new zero-stop mechanism that requires no tools, a digital illumination that clears up space around the parallax knob, and an aperture ring that manipulates the depth of field when needed."
34mm Main Body Tube
Exposed Elevation (12 MRAD per Revolution)
Capped Windage with Thread Protection Ring
Illuminated, First Focal Plane Reticle
Aircraft Grade Aluminium
Side Parallax: 10m-Infinity
Advanced Fully Multi-Coated Lenses with Anti-Fouling Layer
Tool-free Resettable Turrets
Hard Mechanical Zero-Stop & Revolution Indicator Flag
Removable Magnification Throw Lever
Waterproof, Fogproof, Shockproof & Nitrogen Purged
Sunshade, Aperture Ring & Neoprene Cover included
I think they have introduced a home run in a very high quality competition grade riflescope.

I already told you about the new Element Helix 2-16x50 SFP Riflescope - This new Element Helix 2-16x50 SFP Riflescope Series is a wonderful addition to their line up of scopes. A 2-16x can pretty much take care of any hunting situation, I think you'll agree.
30mm Main Body Tube
8x Zoom Optical System
Compact, Lightweight design
Second Focal Plane Reticle
Aircraft Grade Aluminum
Side Parallax: 10m-Infinity
Fully Multi-Coated Lenses with HD Glass
Capped, Resettable Turrets
Removable Magnification Throw Lever
Waterproof, Fogproof, Shockproof & Nitrogen Purged
Sunshade, Lens Cloth, ‘Cheat Sheet’ Stickers & Clear Lens Caps Included

I got together with Ryan from Leica. We kinda ran into each other so we chatted a while and we are planning to get together tomorrow so I can see the new Leica Geovid Pro 10x42. Stay tuned and check in tomorrow for more.

I went back to the GPO booth and took another look at their new GPOTAC 6x 4.5-27x50i FFP - LR PRO and I believe that in the under $1,500.00 category for this type of scope they have made a winner for sure.

Remember all week we are running a SHOT Show Week Sale so if it's not marked down already call, 516-217-1000, and we will hook you up.

Otherwise today was chatting with folks I hardly get to see and looking for new additions which I will be following up on tomorrow. Reports are about finding something important out that you were not yet aware of so this one is bigger than it seems because of the THEOS 6-36x56 FFP.. You'll thank me.

If there is anything you're looking for please give us a call at 516-217-1000. It is always our pleasure to speak with you. Always give a call to discuss options and what would be best for your needs.

No Ice Cream today, but I did stop at Starbucks for some frozen Vanilla frothy something or other with a couple of espresso shots in it

Thanks for taking the time to read this. More tomorrow, Day 4. Have a great day & please follow us on Instagram at gr8fuldoug_

Thank you for your continued support.
If there is anything else that we can assist you with please let us know.
Camera Land
720 Old Bethpage Road
Old Bethpage, NY 11804
516-217-1000
Please visit our web site @ www.cameralandny.com

Heard other people ask the question, but never got a clear response.

Which one offers higher/more consistent quality?

I understand price can fluctuate a lot between calibers chosen and the different actions and sizes they offer, so I do not care for price in this question. This is a “if everything was free” kind of question.

I just want to know plainly, which is better.

Would one be better for plinking, or hunting, or vice versa, or is there yet another brand that is even better than these two that I am unaware of?

I’m just looking for general insight, any information would be appreciated

American Marksman factory LC brass loaded M118LR 175gr 308.

$350 shipped for the 350 rounds.

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  Though trans dads like Danny Wakefield, left, and Kayden Coleman are open about their pregnancy and birth stories, a lack of cultural awareness continues to fuel misinformation and stigma. (Danny Wakefield via Instagram/Kayden X Coleman via Instagram)
  When Danny Wakefield gave birth to their first child in 2020, it brought to light a string of issues faced by transgender parents in the health care system.
  “I had a really hard pregnancy,” Wakefield, 36, who is transgender but also uses they/them pronouns, tells Yahoo Life. During emergency room visits, Wakefield says they were met with “snickers” from nurses, as well as “doubt, disbelief and a lack of knowledge” from physicians ill-equipped to handle their needs.
  “In one instance, it took an hour and a half to get them to treat me because they didn't believe I was pregnant,” Wakefield says. “The doctors and nurses would talk quietly among themselves, asking each other questions about me, instead of asking me directly — the patient who's sitting right in front of them.”
  Stories like Wakefield’s are not uncommon, says Dr. Juno Obedin-Maliver, assistant professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Stanford University School of Medicine. That’s mainly because the medical establishment — and society at large — has little knowledge about pregnancy in the trans male population.
  
  “We grow up in a world with books, from preschool on up, that until very recently have not imagined or really represented the diversity of communities as they are,” Obedin-Maliver tells Yahoo Life. “None of our systems have been designed to delineate the difference between somebody's gender and somebody's pregnancy capacity.”
  That’s slowly changing, Obedin-Maliver points out, due to a growing demand from transgender patients — and because more and more are sharing their stories, as with a recently trending New York Times Op-Doc about a trans man giving birth in a small town in Mexico.​

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Though trans dads like Danny Wakefield, left, and Kayden Coleman are open about their pregnancy and birth stories, a lack of cultural awareness continues to fuel misinformation and stigma. (Danny Wakefield via Instagram/Kayden X Coleman via Instagram)

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