Recent content by mshedden

Many thanks for the advice. I think the Federal brass is thinner in the neck area - it does measure .001 or more smaller than the PPU on loaded ammo. I have some Lapua brass on the way so may standardize on that for the future.

Just getting back into reloading after years away. I'm loading 6.5x55 using an old RCBS press and Lee dies, 140gr Hornady BTHPs. I have 2 brands of brass, PPU and Federal. I have reloaded the PPU 3 times, neck sizing only, with no problems, after the 4th firing I got sticky bolt lift, and neck...

While I am the guy with the T3/KRG in the sale section, I would say one advantage of the KRG for a novice shooter is the weight of the chassis helps absorb more of the (admittedly mild) recoil. I'd say the Tikka T3 Sporter is a pretty good alternative for a new rifle for just under $1500 @...

My rifle came with a swivel and stud for the rear lower buttstock. The stud has threads as if it were designed to screw into wood(?) after a pilot hole had been drilled(?) (not machine threads like a bolt). Anyway, I can insert this stud about half way into the hole under the stock, but it will...