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Of all the parameters that must be met when reloading, what do you think is most important?

When we reload, we have to ensure that we meet several parameters. We have to make sure the charge weight is correct. We have to ensure we're using the correct primer and powder. We have to ensure that the OAL or, in my case the BTO (base to ogive) is precise. We have to make sure the jump is just right. There are probably more I haven't thought of - but of all the different variables that go into a good load, which one do you think is most impactful to a good load.

thanks in advan e.

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Firearms Sako TRG-22 308win updated with extras ($2300)

Don't want to, but need to free up some funds for another project.

Selling a Sako TRG-22 in 308win with a 26" barrel. I bought it used, original owner said they shot it around 200rds. I put 15rds through it. Shoots great and with the muzzle brake it's very soft recoil. Will come with a Cadex MX1 muzzle brake. It is the phosphate version and should have a ton of life left. I took it out today and tried a group at 110yds with what I had left of a partial box of FGMM 168gr.

Asking $2,300

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Steiner C35 Gen 2 - Initial range trips and first hunt - Updated 9/30 with third hunt

Edited 04/27 to add - Per Steiner Customer Service, there is no plan to introduce a rail mount option. You're limited to "slip on" or "clamp on" or "how do you say Germans have a twisted sense of humor" mounting options.

Greetings all. As stated in the C35 Gen 1 thread, I was primed and ready to jump on the grenade. When the Gen 2 dropped and I ordered it the morning after I saw it appear on Gunbroker.

The unit comes with batteries, cables, a charger and no way to mount it on an optic. The rail mount is not yet available, and I can't wait till it is because while the slip on is quite adequate, you're limited to a very specific bell diameter without swapping about. I bit the bullet and bought a Burris Smartclip 59mm for my VX-6 3x18x50.

Initial impressions are positive. Unit takes two 18650s. They can be hot swapped and it only needs one to run. I only did that trick once because with two in, I was never in the field more than ~5 hours and they were never in any danger of running out.

Start up to image is about 10 seconds. Menus is easy. Zeroing was easy for me - I got lucky and everything was in enough alignment that I was minute of pig from the first shot. The VX-6 is a surprisingly good host - from what I'd read on the interwebz, 6X is where pixelation is so bad you can't make out a pig from a manbearpig. Horseshit. I shot most groups at 18X. Caveat - the eyebox error is about .0001mm - but, sitting on a cart that has a rest built in, you have that luxury. In all seriousness, about 8X is where you go to noticeable pixels and at 18 you're maybe 16 bit resolution BUT, more on that later.

I was extremely skeptical about the slip on clamp. I stand corrected in that the system works somewhere between well enough and very well. If you're willing to put in the time and work at getting repeatable to the point you're zoomed in to 18X and referencing exactly where your reticle falls against, say, the menu screen - results can be very very acceptable. With the limitation of trying to get it moving pretty quickly, results are still minute of pig with no worries.

In practice, in the field, we had a textbook coyote hunt. I'm using a 20" Grendel with Hornady 123 SSTs. Put a pig carcass from the afternoon hunt in a field, threw out a call, had two yotes come in. I told my buddy to throw out a countdown - he said he wanted me to get something with the new toy and that he would shoot on me. For the record he has one of the newer AGM 640 50mm dedicated scope type things and that is a pretty slick unit as well. I watched the coyotes work toward the carcass and was playing the with zoom. True story, I got up to 18X but was steady and was watching a 16 bit dog walk, sit down and look at me. I could make out the ears at 170 yards. I threw out a 3, 2, 1 and the coyote was DRT. My buddy had put down his gun down thinking they would carry on to the carcass and didn't get any shot as a result.

When it comes to accuracy and return to zero - its good enough. All shots are 100 yards. I witness marked the unit and that keeps it level enough most of the time vs reticle reference. I zoomed into 18X and referenced off where the reticle fell under the letter A in the menu. If I made it a point to fuss with it and try to get very very close to the point I'd based an adjusted group from, it is MOA-ish capable across multiple remove/remount. The rifle is a sub MOA gun and makes everything involved look easy, so it had a running start. The smallest group was a series of removing and remounting 4x, shooting 2 rounds at a time at 18X with all the care. Basically the other groups represent various zoom and effort of alignment combos, but the real test is coming soon. Next range trip I'm going to shoot 50 rounds, one at a time, so 50 RTZ remounts using the external reference marks ONLY and taking what I get. I am going to note WHERE the reticle falls but I'm not going to correct. From there, I believe that I'll be able to figure out the approximate box where its 1, 2, 3, 4 MOA off based on the reference. From there I should be able to determine the ability to know I'm going to hit, say a 2x2" reasonably reliably. I'm very curious to see the results.

I'd guess around then you'll be able to buy a rail mount :rolleyes:

Menu allows for 3 weapon profiles, screen can be dimmed down to be easier on the eyes, I'm generally happy with the purchase. This could replace my 'ol Armasight Zeus the way things are going.

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Horizontal string was 1, remove, 1 remove, 1


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3, remove, 3, lower mag and only minor fussiness over reticle alignment



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2, 2, 2 with a little reference effort and 2, 2, 2,2 - every comma = remount until it was as good as I could hope for and then very careful pressss of the trigger.

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I found and bought the Burris eyepiece adapter to see how it did as a spotter. The answer is "not great". The Burris eyepiece limits FOV and is mainly a thread protector.

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So, more soon. I need to swap the mount and then get back out to the range. I'm waiting on a couple things to come in but I'm excited about the potential.

Final thought, I want a rail mount - but - the way the unit is shaped I dunno how it is going to work clearance wise with 1.5" mounts.

Third hunt update in post 50

SOLD Manners LRH - SA w/ Hawkins

Looking to sell a Manners LRH SA RH stock with a mini chassis. Stock comes with Hawkins Hunter DBM and two mags. One is like new for a 6.5prc/SAUM and the other has been used/modified by a previous owner for 308 family.

Liking for $800 shipped. Color is midnight molded

Would trade for an Impact 223 bolt/ maybe a 308 family bolt

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Different Brass (Accuracy Effect)

For PRS style matches, how much does different headstamps of brass effect accuracy. I'l thinking of running a semi-auto and they tend to shred brass or at least beat i t up fairly regularly (I might run an M1-A--which itself is an inaccurate rifle compared to a bolt or AR platform). I was thinking of just buying some bulk brass, loading and go. Because its PRS, 1 MOA accuracy is fine--its hit or miss and I ain't winning anytime soon. What is the effect of having different brass on your accuracy? Anyone have quantifiable results or studies?

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other than the sig cross and their speer firearms rated for/up to 80k, has anyone reloaded for tis cartridge in a firearm up to 65k yet? just bought some hybrid cases, dies and some 27cal projectiles for an upcoming ar barrel (plans on not going over the 65k mark). been using ql to runs numbers although i don't have all of the needed info to get safe results (case capacity, exact projectile(s) being used and known velocity). i haven't checked if xxlreloading or loaddata yet for possible numbers.

Firearms Accurate Ordnance 6XC

Asking 2500
Accurate Ordnance custom built rifle bolt action. The receiver is a trued Remington 700 short action RH chambered in 6XC. The build sheet below is correct for all of the parts and components listed. I had this rifle built for PRS and never used it. The Manners T4A accepts AI mags and I also added a 4” arca rail. The round count is no more than 400. It has a badger bolt knob. It just sat in the safe for a long time. The sale is for the rifle alone it will NOT come with the NF scope bipod or the muzzle break I have a thread protector. I can split up the barreled action and stock.

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SOLD Shadow Tech Field Tripod w/ Arca Ball Head + Pig Saddle

Selling an excellent starter tripod kit. I've used quite a few times in the field so it does show some use, however, everything locks up tight and works perfectly. Included are the following components:

- Shadow Tech Field Tripod (PIG0311-G)
- Sunwayfoto Ball Head (GNN FB-52)
- Pig Saddle (Gen 1)

SOLD

No trades please.

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SOLD SOLD ZCO 420 MPCT2X FDE on FDE Spuhr SP-6002M

Up for sale my FDE ZCO 420 (part # 400-0587) with MPCT2X reticle; residing on Spuhr SP6002 FDE mount (0 MOA 1.5”height)

I used this scope set up once. The gun it was on is sold and I do not need this scope set up anymore. It is in pristine condition.

I would like to sell the scope with the mount. However if you already have a mount; $3350.00 shipped for the scope only. Scope has to sell first before i consider offers for the mount, this is non negotiable.

Asking $3750.00 shipped, fully insured and direct signature required. No trades at this time.

Terms of sale:

I only accept: venmo friends family, apple pay. I do not take zelle. Price is net to me. No mentions in the payment.

Please post "I will take it" below and pm me your address and tell me how you would like to pay.

Payment has to be completed same day, otherwise i will move on to the next interested party; therefore I encourage" SECONDS" posts on the thread.

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