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Recent content by avd

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    First longer then 100 range rifle at $400 or less

    Re: First longer then 100 range rifle at $400 or less Academy sells the Remington 700 for 349.99 all the time. I just bought one the other day to use for my next build.
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    Polar FT4

    I am a 39 year old male, six foot tall and 250lbs. I got a Polar FT4 watch for xmas. I walked 3 miles on my treadmill and my average heart rate was 120, i believe. The watch says i burned approximately 800 calories. Could this be correct?
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    Sniper Central set ups.

    Re: Sniper Central set ups. Can you elaborate on this? You lost me. Thanks, avd <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Sunnyside Scott</div><div class="ubbcode-body">It looks like a nice set-up, but for an entry level rifle I would only go with Savage or...
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    Sniper Central set ups.

    Re: Sniper Central set ups. My Howa has close to 3000 rounds through it. I have had no issues. I shoot fifty to a hundred rounds every weekend. I also had no issues finding after market parts. It has a timney trigger, egw base, tps rings, apa little bastard brake and i am certain i am leaving...
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    bushing size for 6.5 cm

    Re: bushing size for 6.5 cm I appreciate the input. I think i am going to just go with the hornady dies.
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    bushing size for 6.5 cm

    Re: bushing size for 6.5 cm I was able to measure some of my Hornady 6.5 creedmoor brass last night. The neck thickness varied from .015 to .016. If i get a bushing that is .002" smaller than the overall width, the bushing could vary from .292 to .294. I was hoping someone with experience...
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    bushing size for 6.5 cm

    I dont have my Hornady brass on hand to measure, but i am wanting to order a redding die and bushing today. Can anyone tell me what size bushing they are using for their hornady 6.5 cm brass? Thanks, avd
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    Bore guide for Howa 1500 .308

    Re: Bore guide for Howa 1500 .308 http://www.sinclairintl.com/.aspx/sid=66659/sku/Sinclair_O_Ring_Rod_Guide__308_30_06_Family This is the part number.
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    Bore guide for Howa 1500 .308

    Re: Bore guide for Howa 1500 .308 Pete, They are not adjustable. I will send you a pic tomorrow. They are white and one piece. I will try and get you more info in the am. avd
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    tore up muzzle brake. any ideas what happened?

    Re: tore up muzzle brake. any ideas what happened? "And I'm not disrespecting the shooter as well. It is a good thing he took the time to start this thread. Last thing I want to do is discourage people from reporting these sorts of incidents." You could have made a point without being such...
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    Gunsmithing custom barrel question

    Re: custom barrel question i have never bought a custom barrel. but i knew there had to be something to it. even the worst of qc departments wouldnt send that one out.
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    Bore guide for Howa 1500 .308

    Re: Bore guide for Howa 1500 .308 Sinclair has them. I am not sure of the part number. However, just give them a call and they will tell you. Mine works great and fits like a glove. avd
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    Gunsmithing custom barrel question

    Re: custom barrel question Its a Hart barrel. They were good people to deal with.
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    Gunsmithing custom barrel question

    Re: custom barrel question Thanks a bunch. I learned something today. avd
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    Gunsmithing custom barrel question

    Re: custom barrel question The total length of the blank is 28". I am building a 6.5 cm and have yet decided on a barrel length. How long a barrel can be made from what i have?