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Firearms WTS - New TS Customs Defiance AnTi X 300PRC

Hello,

Up for sale is a brand new TS Custom 300PRC with a Defiance AnTi X action. It was built for mountain hunting but never had a chance to go. Now It could be your next lightweight premium hunting rifle.

Specs:
Action:
Defiance AnTiX
Barrel: 24'' Bartlein M24 Carbon Fiber 5/8-24/contour #14/1:9 twist
Stock: TS custom lightweight stock
Bottom Metal: Hawkins Precision Hunter DBM
Trigger: TriggerTech Remington700 Diamond two stage Gold Edition
Accessories:
- TS Customs Ultralight Full Length KS1 Arca rail
- TS Customs Ghost 4 port Brake

The barrel is chambered by TS custom. The gun weighs about 7 lbs without scope.

The cost of building this rifle is about $5500, but selling it now for $3800. Paypal F&F, Shipped to your FFL, PM me if you have any questions.

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10/22 barrel question - free float or what the best option?

I have an old 10/22 that has an aftermarket bull barrel and stock.

The paint on the stock is trashed and it's time to repaint the stock.

I know with a Centerfire, you want the barrel freefloated.

I'm wondering with the much smaller 10/22 alloy receiver, is it best to free float the barrel or is that too much stress on the receiver?

What's the best option?


Thanks

Maggie’s Motivational Pic Thread v2.0 - - New Rules - See Post #1

The last thread got accidentally deleted while trying to clean-up some moron's inappropriate post. So, let's give this one a fighting chance:

- No naked crotch pics
- No Politics
- No religious stuff
- NO celebrity nudes, fake nudes, or uploaded nudes

If you're posting topless pics they need to be hot linked and hosted elsewhere. If you upload something that draws undue legal scrutiny to this site your post will be subject to removal and you can be banned from membership.

The Motivational Pic Thread is dead; Long Live the Motivational Pic Thread v2.0!!!


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Maybe fixing to get a big wave on West Coast .

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Firearms Seekins Havik HIT Pro 6.5 PRC Raxor 6-36x

Looking to sell an extra Seekins Havik HIT PRO 6.5 PRC rifle. Barrel has 40 rounds down it. No issues.

Seekins Havik HIT Pro
6.5 PRC Seekins Barrel (40 rounds fired)
Magnum bolt face
308 bolt face new
Area 419 hell fire Match brake new
3x PRC mdt mags (1x 3rd and 2x 7 round)
Seekins NV bridge
Seekins Arca rail

Vortex 6-36x Razor Gen 3 Mil
ARC 1.5” 34mm 0 moa mount
ARC 34mm Bridge for LRF

Dies are New:
RCBS Match Master seater die
Forester Full length Resizing die
RCBS She’ll holder


Price is $4749.99 plus shipping for package.
Not looking for any trades unless you have a ATX Folder plus 1000.00 cash or Scar20 308 NCRH 1-10x plus $2000 cash.

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Using Tape on the back of a loaded round to check or set headspace. . . .

When proper Headspace gauges are not available, this is a pretty widely used method of spitballing a sorta-close headspace. It has been used for a long time and is considered a rough cheat code to make sure the HS is in the right zip code.

My concern recently is that we have been seeing ammo quality (consistency specifically ) being all over the place. Seemingly in the last 20yrs it has gotten worse instead of better. Maybe because of 2 or 3 back to back ME wars and the producers not taking time to PM their machines and double check QC processes as much. (?)

Anyway . . . . . . . my point is that I have a literal pile of factory ammo that won't go into correctly headspaced factory chambers.

The worst offender is Hornady but I have a few Federal, Win and even Sig.
These rounds look perfect visually but are too long on the shoulder datum -> headstamp dimension. We have also seen a few that are too short on the opposite of that dimensional spectrum to the point they are inducing ignition problems.

I don't think using such a round with tape on the rear to "set" or check headspace would be "dangerous" but if the sample cartridge was out of spec, it could cause excessive brass stretch.
It could even cause the phone to ring at shops like Wade's to bitch about an out of spec chamber that is actually in spec.

@spife7980 I'm not arguing or trying to bust your chops. Just sharing my personal thoughts based on personal concerns and experience, neither of which proves I'm right. So this post is simply meant as food for thought and a "rumble strip" warning to proceed cautiously for the novices.

Firearms GAP Gladius

GAP Gladius in .308 Winchester. Standard bolt throw, TT Primary trigger, 20 inch Bartlein barrel with GAP #6 contour, 1:10 twist. 5/8x24 threads with thread protector. Manners T2A Multicam stock with adjustable cheekpiece, front studs, bedded. Hawking M5A SA Bottom metal. Hawkins 30mm low rings with level. Graphite Black cerakote. Gladius 20MOA mount. 2 Al 5rd mags. Rifle is brand new and has never been fired. $5,000 plus shipping to your FFL. PayPal friends and family. Let me know if you have any questions. Thanks

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Firearms 1903A4 Sniper Rifle 3006 & Correct M73B1 scope

Legit 1903A4 Sniper rifle with correct M73B1scope, this rifle is well used, the original finish on the receiver is mostly gone most likely this lady has been used in the field,

Stock is a replacement and not original to this rifle.

The scope was broken when I received her she went through a full service and repair done by a professional scope shop the repaired which wasn't cheap and took some time due to Acquiring the correct glass the scope function and works 100% correctly the new correct glass and crosshair are outstanding.

Condition:
  • The barrel bore is good with good rifling — good shooter.
  • The correct M73B1 scope has clear, crisp glass with strong crosshairs glass was repaired professionally as the scope glass was broken. Scope exterior show wear dents scratches and dings the scope has been used well part of the service of the scope made sure the windage and elevation dials work correctly while i could of had the scope finish redone i chose to leave the current finish as it shows the history the rifle and scope has seen.
  • The stock is in good condition though not original to this rifle.
  • Overall, this rifle is in good condition while she shows wear and tear and yes she isn't on of these these pristine 6k plus 1903A4 rifles you see for sale that maybe never left the armory , well not this girl no she was used she is a shooter and she needs to be used she is fun to shoot.
  • Why buy a clone when for slightly more you can get a real 1903A4 sniper rifle with a real and correct scope not even a a Weaver 330c no she has a correct legit M37B1 these scope sell for $1000 to $1500 plus on their own.
Whether you’re a collector, a vintage rifle enthusiast, or looking for real historic sniper rifle that you can shoot without fear of hurting the value here is a great rifle at a very good price , why buy a clone when you buy the real deal for slightly more.

Shipping & FFL Info:

  1. Ships to your FFL from a non-FFL or FFL to FFL (your choice).
  2. If FFL-to-FFL is required, buyer agrees to pay additional shipping/transfer costs ($120–$250 depending on FFL).
  3. C&R FFLs are accepted.
  4. By bidding, the buyer agrees to these terms.
Trades Considered (Must Favor Me in Value):

Open to trades on:
  • XM2010 Chassis /Stock
Feel free to message with serious inquiries or trade offers.
All trades must be received by me before I ship the item.

Payment & Payment Options
$2,999.00 plus shipping

Discreet PayPal Friends & Family
Certified bank check (must fully clear before shipping)
Personal check accepted but must clear (12 business days)
Face-to-face (FTF) deals available in the San Francisco Bay Area (9 counties)

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Payment & Shipping:
  • All payments (or trades) must be completed before the item ships. No exceptions.
  • All FFL items must ship to a licensed FFL dealer.
  • Please verify that your FFL is willing to accept shipment from a private (non-FFL) individual.
    • I will need a copy of your FFL before shipping.
    • If FFL-to-FFL transfer is required, I can arrange it — however, my FFL charges a $120 fee, which will be added to the total
No Returns / Final Sale:
  • All sales are final — no refunds or returns.
  • If you’re unsure about the condition of the item, please ask for additional pictures or clarification before bidding.
  • I will not issue refunds under any circumstances once the item is

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Suppressors Abel Theorem S (braked) vs TBAC Magnus RR-K vs Maverick (short)

Ok, I finally got to go shoot these things side by side more thoroughly.

Let me preface that all these cans are bought with my money. I have no connection to either 3 companies. I'm a can whore and I like to collect them all.

First: They are all great cans! You honestly would be hard pressed to go wrong purchasing any of these products. Obviously the Abel is newer and the Maverick is older. I anticipate as many more shooters shoot braked suppressors, the industry will respond with better performing products in the years to come. I am looking forward to it.

I have ran the Maverick for many PRS seasons (4-5?) and consider it a gold standard for braked support performance in the current LR shooting sports. No, it does not make things quiet. But it does make things manageable and pleasant to the shooter. Getting blasted by a brake for 2 days sucks.

I enjoy the Magnus. However, I find it way more effective on larger caliber (aka magnum) rounds than 6 mm, 25, 6.5, etc... It just does not do it for me in terms of reading a target after the shot. Is it impossible? No. Is it shooter error? Maybe. I am pretty comfortable behind a rifle. With that said, I'm sure there are BETTER shooters out there that are evaluating the very same thing.

Last, the Abel. I honestly wasn't going into it thinking I was going to be impressed. In my head, I thought "oh, another TBAC-like can." I was wrong. The Theorem S-braked is stellar! Like, it works...

I shot a 13 lbs rifle in 6.5 (my PRS Sportsman setup) and the braked performance AND suppression were quite pleasant. I wanted to shoot a lighter rifle as I know shooting my standard Open configuration (22 lbs) wouldn't really show the performance/weakness to me. Having shot the Maverick for so long, the braked Theorem S really surprised me. I will continue to use this through the remainder of the matches this season and, potentially, into the PRS Finale.

All shots were either in modified prone or off a standing barricade with no rear support (tripod).

Take it for what it's worth, this was just an in-my-pants-feeling review. ;-)

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People ask me why I don't like Sig.......

I should just make a handout of this. :) This is why I don't like Sig.....among tons of other things there are so many lemons in their barrel lotteries.

Let's start with my Gen 2 MPX 16" with a red dot. These are typical groups 6-8" out of it at 50yds, 115gr, 147gr, match ammo etc. doesn't matter. It runs fairly reliable as far as MPX's go but the accuracy is abysmal. $500 combat handguns print better groups than this in a rest with match ammo at 50yds. Shot off an accutac bipod and rear bag. Tried all the tricks, removing the muzzle device, making sure the barrel was torqued properly, adjustable gas block, even tried a different bolt since I had one replaced when Sig changed firing pins. Doesn't matter if it's off a bipod or bags. It's a shotgun. I would expect something like this, especially with better match ammo to easily hold 3-4" at 50yds. I've seen JP-5's do close to that at 100yds with match ammo. Some of these almost look like the bullets are starting to tumble.

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Then let's move onto my MCX Legacy 16".......these are two sets of groups at 50yds. Both are 3 separate groups of 5 rounds each (the far left round on the right target is actually part of the left target's groups). The one on the left with typical 55gr AE ammo (no one expects much out of that) the group on the right is Barnes 69gr. No sight adjustments mind you, shot off an accutac bipod and rear bag. Actually worse than the groups shot out of the MPX.....that alone is impressive! This barrel was actually returned to Sig a couple years ago and I was told it tested to their specs. I've done all the things, barrel nut torque, removed the flash hider in case it was torqued on too hard, all the things. It's a shotgun even with match ammo. I can say without a doubt this is the worst shooting barrel accuracy wise I've ever had. No tumbling here, the bullet holes you can find on a target at 100 are still clean holes.

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Now you might just say "Oh that guy just bitter and doesn't know how to shoot. Well here's a 20rd group (4 separate groups of 5 shots) with the same 69gr Barnes ammo shot out of a virtus barrel installed on the exact same optic (1-6x)/upper/lower (different tapered bolt of course for the virtus) today as well, shot off the same bipod and rear bag. Except this group is at 100 yds. Still not as impressive as a couple of my JP barreled AR's with match ammo (especially considering Sig charges $900 for a barrel) but for a 1:7 Sig barrel, of a bipod and rear bag, and 4 separate groups, It's more than acceptable.. The downside is the weight of the Virtus barrel destroys the gun's balance and you lose the best part of the MCX (light weight and balance) in the process.

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I could go on, we could get into the issues I had to solve with my 320 X-five to get it to run, but those were fairly easily solvable.

Woox customer service sucks

I received my order yesterday. I have been waiting for this chassis for a build. I was missing a Hawkins M5 DBM. I went to call and no number to call only email or chat. Is this how they treat everyone. If an issue is found problems should warrant a call and be taken care of without the customers jumping through hoops. My issue is Woox didn’t send all of my order. Woox should now jump through hoops to fix my issue. Not the other way around.

I will keep everyone posted on how they fix this issue.
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Hunting & Fishing First Western Elk Hunt…Essential Gear/Clothing Advice Needed

I’m a Louisiana native, and have wanted to hunt out West for decades. My son (14) is now physically capable enough and highly motivated, so we are tagging along with an experienced friend to Wyoming the week before Thanksgiving, as he tries to fill 2 cow tags. I started purchasing youth preference points for both of my kids. My friend is a former WY resident, is familiar with the area, and has hunted his private property near Chama, NM for 20 years. So he is knowledgeable and helpful making gear suggestions. But I wanted to check in here with some Western residents and lifelong hunters. Hide members have helped me spend my money many times 😆

We stopped by the Kuiu store in Dallas last weekend to get fitted for packs. I ordered a Pro6000 for myself and Pro4500 Divide for my son.

I have several sets and weights of First Lite merino layers, Kuiu Attack pants, vests from both.

Need recommendations for outerwear, gloves, boots, socks, etc.

I have a pair of Nikon M5 8x42 Binos for my son. I’m checking forums for used Vortex Razor/Maven B1, etc

What else do we need to successfully tag along on a mid-November WY elk hunt?

Thank you.
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Firearms For Sale SOLUS Actions. Won't.. Can't Find them cheaper🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️🏴‍☠️ Standard and Mag.

SOLUS SHORT ACTION - .478 BOLT FACE​


Bolt Face Size Reference


.478 +/- Standard.540 +/- Magnum
6mm/6.5 Creedmoor, 243 Win, 308 Win, 8.6 Blackout6.5 PRC, 7mm SAUM, 7mm WSM, 300 WSM.




I have several of these available.
705.99 Shipped for standard bolt face.!!!!!!!!!
655.99 Shipped for magnum


From my ffl to your ffl. PayPal friends and family or ill hold until a check clears...
If you can’t follow simple instructions you will miss out.
If you want one pm me with this info.
How many you want.
Your PayPal info.
Your name.
Your phone number.
A copy of the ffl you are using. If need be They can email it to [email protected] have them include your name. My ffl is not doing ffl trades. Your ffl sends their ffl and they get his ffl with your receiver. Very simple but my god people screw it up.

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