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    Clip slotting

    Re: Clip slotting Some types of scope bases fit into the clip slot for a more robust mounting. Of course because the Marines do it that way is not a bad reasson either!
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    Not a good 1st post...but I need to vent. Remingt

    Re: Not a good 1st post...but I need to vent. Remingt KDixer, How were you able to cycle a few hulls after you removed the extractor?
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    M40 Build Guide

    Re: M40 Build Guide <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Parga</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I use a manual mill to do the clipslotting, go slow and it comes out fine. If anyone needs the drawings I have them </div></div> Does manual mill = file?
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    M40 Build Guide

    Re: M40 Build Guide <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Greg V</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Douglas is calling my barrel a 25", but it is 24" from the recoil lug forward. </div></div> Barrel length is measured from the bolt face to the muzzle. So...
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    Ruger GS Scout Rifle......Range Report Added

    Re: Ruger GS Scout Rifle......I Like Mine <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: praharin</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: patriotoutlaw</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I have a...
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    SCOUT Package from UGSW

    Re: SCOUT Package from UGSW (WildCall Custom Rifles) Got it. Thanks!
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    SCOUT Package from UGSW

    Re: SCOUT Package from UGSW (WildCall Custom Rifles) <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Skunkworks</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Mike Fletcher</div><div...
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    SCOUT Package from UGSW

    Re: SCOUT Package from UGSW (WildCall Custom Rifles) What is the difference / similarity between your scout rifle and Grizzly Custom Guns scout rifle? Since your old address was the same as Grizzly Customs address?
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    New from Ruger: Gunsite Scout Rifle

    Re: New from Ruger: Gunsite Scout Rifle Can the magazine be topped off while still in place or must it be removed from the rifle to add cartridges?
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    New from Ruger: Gunsite Scout Rifle

    Re: New from Ruger: Gunsite Scout Rifle Texagator said "I truly respect Jeff Cooper and agree with most of his writings. He did great things for the shooting sports and the development of reality-based defensive shooting concepts. There's a lot of very professional shooters who feel it's OK...
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    New from Ruger: Gunsite Scout Rifle

    Re: New from Ruger: Gunsite Scout Rifle First off, I'll probably buy one to see for myself. That being said, I think that 10 round single stack extended magazine monopod combo shoots "handiness" right in the ass. And handiness is a chief attribute of Cooper's "Scout Rifle" concept. A 10...
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    Rifle Scopes The sunshade and its use - what can you tell me?

    Re: The sunshade and its use - what can you tell me? In addition to minimizing the effects of mirage and glare, a sunshade prevents reflection off the objective lens from disclosing your position should you be in real live honest to goodness tactical situation.
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    Any Modifications to make normal stock fit J-Lock?

    Re: Any Modifications to make normal stock fit J-Lock? Why don't you call H-S Precision and ask them?
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    USMC M40 RVN Commemorative Receivers

    Re: USMC M40 RVN Commemorative Receivers A new Remington 700 short action, with bolt & trigger assembly from Brownell's is about $400.00.Machining for clip slot & drilling for receiver sight should be another $200.00 Even if you add $50-$100 for shipping to you to machinist & back to you...
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    USMC M40 RVN Commemorative Receivers

    Re: USMC M40 RVN Commemorative Receivers I like IBA, but $950 for a stripped action seems extreme. I bough a new unfired Remington M40 SSA for $1250.00 delivered. I had to look for a while but they are out there.