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I’’ve made it well known that Brenda has been a fine wife, a super partner and everything a man really could want. And she’s a darned good shot and loves to go shooting. (Though she does get somewhat put out when she is having trouble hitting something.)

However she is a women. (Thank GOD) We were discussing her Interrupting others when they are speaking. She was speaking somewhat reticent, admitting that she is seriously at fault in this regard.

So, I jokingly chose to punish her by not allow her to speak for 30 seconds. Immediately she replied, “oh, that’s going to be hard.”

Will, Brenda and I all had a good laugh, knowing she could not make it even a full second.

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Basic SHTF Thermal

Looking for SHTF basic thermal

Use as scanner then to weapon to engage.

Don't need record or image features

Will hook to computer for upgrades USB cable only

Battery 18650 preferred

Range/Operational area:

Heavy wooded forest hills and hollows. Lots of brush.

Range 0 to 25/50 yards.

Few open areas 100 yards max.

Details:USA made No China

If breaks can get parts/service

Hand held or stand alone weapon mount ADM

640x480 thermal core

I like the Nox 18 but don't need all the features just basic.

Anything out there?

Precision 6.5 CM - What would you change about my process?

Hi all,
I'm a novice reloader and I've been trying to get some handloads for 6.5 CM to be at least as good as the Hornady 140gr ELDM box ammo I shoot. Generally I'm getting SDs around 14-20, ESs around 51-66, but I've been told single digit SDs and ES under 20 is the standard. Here's the rundown of my gear and process:
  • Using pretty much all once-fired Hornady brass from my ELDM box ammo
  • I deprime the dirty brass with a Lee depriming die, then lube and size in a RCBS MatchMaster FL die, then tumble in my Frankford Arsenal tumbler with just dish soap. My brass doesn't get very dirty since I shoot on concrete and I'm trying to save the annoyance of collecting steel pins; I've read that sizing brass before cleaning may wear out the dies faster, but again, if it's not filthy is that an issue? Otherwise, would you tumble,size, then tumble again to get rid of the grease?
  • I prime with a Frankford Arsenal hand primer, which I find is faster than my press' built-in priming widget. Using Remington 9 1/2 LRPs.
  • I have a Lee perfect powder measure, a trickler and a Hornady digital powder scale. I typically charge the case (H4350) by putting the case on the scale, zeroing it, throw a powder load, and then trickle up to the exact grain of powder that gets the scale to tick over to the correct tenth-grain I want. This is pretty tedious, and I've debated whether just using the powder measure is good enough, regardless of where in the "tenth" it lands.
  • Then I seat the bullet. I've used almost exclusively Hornady 140 ELDMs. I intend to branch out to others but first I figure my process is the main issue over the projectile selection.

How would you change my process for the best improvement to SD/ES/precision without going absolutely crazy on gear cost? I have some budget, but $700 for powder scales, etc is probably not in the cards for me unless I go all the way into the deep end with this hobby. Some suggestions I've heard from friends are:
  • Switch to SRP Lapua brass and don't use Hornady brass at all
  • Experiment more with other projectiles
  • Get new dies instead of FL dies - I guess neck sizing/shoulder bump is preferable?
  • Get a case trimmer setup
  • Get an annealer
  • Experiment more with seating depth - note, I haven't done much experimentation here at all
  • Try different primers (LRP)
For these suggestions and any others the forum has, what priority would you put them in?

Steel Target Range Setup

If you were to build a permanent target range with steel targets at every 100 yard increments going out to 1000 yards, how would you do it.

I am building a target range setup at my ranch, will have steel target setups at 100 yard increments out to 1000+. This will be a permanent setup and will not need to move it anytime soon. I am trying to come up some ideas on installation, hangers, sizes, etc. Right now, I am thinking of welding a pipe rack at each 100 yard increment and having a series of steel gongs hanging down at each, kind of like the attached, hanging from straps.

The 100 yard will also have a stand for paper.

I am new at this, i havent seen what is typical for long-range target ranges.

1. Any other target concepts I should consider? I may add a few popping targets at the closer increments

2. What is a typical size gong(s) / plate(s) you would expect to see at 1000 yard shot - where someone relatively new to ELR but with a little instruction can still hit it, but its still a challenge.

3. At those 800-1000 yards distances, any brand of gong / steel or any certain setup aid in hearing/seeing whether target was hit?

4. what about sizes from ~300 yards to 700 yards?

5. I am thinking of using the rubber straps because easier to install/replace than a chain hanging type system. Ideally would have gongs with a tube welded in the top to put on the pipe crossbar but cant find those. Im also worried about the targets sliding down the post and coming too bunched up together, but not sure how to address that other than building a separate rack


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Reloading Equipment assortment of 308 bullets

I have 120 rounds of once fired Berger 223 REM brass. All the same lot. $SOLD
70 rounds of once fired 308 Win. (50 are one lot and 20 from suppressed loads. $sold

Bullets:
Nosler 84ct-180gr spitzer- $40
Nosler 350ct 165 gr partitions $275
Sierra 500ct 168 gr smk- $220
Sierra 100ct 175gr smk- $40
Sierra 750ct 190gr pulled smk-$350
Sierra 50ct 180 gr smk $25

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Impact Scoring

I am the co-creator of Impact Scoring, a new scoring app tailored specifically for PRS, NRL, and precision rifle competitions. We recently launched the first public version and successfully used it at the PRS Pro Series Sharpshooter Showdown over the weekend. Our goal is for this app to become the standard in our sport, whether you're participating in a Pro Series match or simply scoring a friendly competition in your backyard or local range.

Version 1.1, our base app, is now available, and we have an exciting array of features planned for the coming weeks, months, and year. Users can register for matches directly through our app, or they can continue to use their Practiscore registrations and upload via .CSV. There's no need to synchronize between computers, tablets, and phones; All our devices automatically talk to eachother: IE you build your match out on the website (you can do it from a tablet still) it will auto upload to your tablet or phone. You can run a match entirely from a cell phone, making it accessible for smaller clubs. However, if you prefer, the app is also available for tablets on Amazon, iOS, and Google Play stores.

Scoring is live, provided you have LAN, Wi-Fi, or cell service. If connectivity is lost, the app will keep scoring live between devices, and once service is restored, it will automatically upload. Creating matches is now much easier, and we have some exciting new features in the pipeline. Match flow is simplified for the ROs, with clear target orders and "move" lines indicating when a shooter needs to transition between shots for better sequencing.

This weekend alone, our app attracted 27,000 viewers for live scoring during matches, and we believe it offers the alternative many of us have been seeking for years. If you have any questions or suggestions for features, please feel free to share them here. We have ambitious plans for Impact Scoring, and we envision it as the solution that competitive precision rifle shooting has been waiting for!

Impact Scoring


www.impactscoring.net
www.impactscoring.net
Or find it on any of the 3 major app stores

Impact Scoring

I am the co-creator of Impact Scoring, a new scoring app tailored specifically for PRS, NRL, and precision rifle competitions. We recently launched the first public version and successfully used it at the PRS Pro Series Sharpshooter Showdown over the weekend. Our goal is for this app to become the standard in our sport, whether you're participating in a Pro Series match or simply scoring a friendly competition in your backyard or local range.

Version 1.1, our base app, is now available, and we have an exciting array of features planned for the coming weeks, months, and year. Users can register for matches directly through our app, or they can continue to use their Practiscore registrations and upload via .CSV. There's no need to synchronize between computers, tablets, and phones; All our devices automatically talk to eachother: IE you build your match out on the website (you can do it from a tablet still) it will auto upload to your tablet or phone. You can run a match entirely from a cell phone, making it accessible for smaller clubs. However, if you prefer, the app is also available for tablets on Amazon, iOS, and Google Play stores.

Scoring is live, provided you have LAN, Wi-Fi, or cell service. If connectivity is lost, the app will keep scoring live between devices, and once service is restored, it will automatically upload. Creating matches is now much easier, and we have some exciting new features in the pipeline. Match flow is simplified for the ROs, with clear target orders and "move" lines indicating when a shooter needs to transition between shots for better sequencing.

This weekend alone, our app attracted 27,000 viewers for live scoring during matches, and we believe it offers the alternative many of us have been seeking for years. If you have any questions or suggestions for features, please feel free to share them here. We have ambitious plans for Impact Scoring, and we envision it as the solution that competitive precision rifle shooting has been waiting for!

Or find it on any of the 3 major app stores
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Precision Rifle Gear Is the Garmin Xero still the Whiz Bang Chrono to get? Is there a new(er) model coming this year?

Yes I saw the 56 page thread on the Garmin.

Going to replace the Labradar. Is the Garmin Xero still the best replacement? I see Labradar has a new smaller unit out also. Any comparison?
I want easy to use, not spend range time reading manuals at the range trying to get something to work.

My luck is normally a newer model comes out around Thanksgiving for Christmas sales. Any Rumors on this?

Who is the best source for a unit? Any SH vendors?

Thanks

ADM vs LMT

First time posting on here sos correct me if I am doing something wrong. Looking to get a 16in ar15 to run suppressed with a 1-10 optic, would like this to be my longer range 5.56 gun. Currently narrowed down to the LMT MARS L MRP or the AMD UIC MOD-2. (Ik brands like JP and LWRCI are good for what I want just don't like the tube rails.) What is yalls opinion on these two options or any other suggestions?

6 ARC Gas port erosion

I have a 22” Bartlein 6mm ARC AR. It is a rifle +2 gas system. I purchased the barrel and bolt from Precision Machine in WV. I have about 400 rnds through the barrel and get mediocre accuracy. The port fell on a land and it’s giving serious erosion issues. I believe that it is so bad that I am getting bullet deformation. I post here to have some experts give their opinions, maybe I don’t have an issue, please help me decide. I chose 6ARC for a precision auto loader build due to its resemblance to my 6BRN and PPC cartridges. I will post a picture of the build and some development targets shot at 100m. And some borescope photos. I appreciate you gentlemen and your knowledge. Thanks for your time.
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SOLD Bushnell DMR IIi

Great shape Bushnell DMR IIi 3.5-21x50 with 34mm tube. Comes with box and factory accessories. $old

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New member. Hello All 👋

I'm a new member from Phoenix Arizona. I added to my profile my political leaning but I have no intention of getting into any political discussions on here.

I love shooting and reloading and I hope to be able to use this site for conversation, learning and exchanging ideas and information. I have a pretty serious reloading room in my house and I would like to get into some rifle and pistol competitions in arizona.

Nice to meet everyone and introduce myself. I hope this site can be a positive.
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