Recent content by Phil3

Looking to purchase new or build a long range rifle (1200 yards or so) for ringing steel or other target (no hunting). Looking at cartridge choice. 6.5 x 47 Lapua (I have 200 unfired cases), or 6mm GT. Hard choice, so welcome opinions. I do not compete, this is just for personal pleasure...

I know this thread is ancient, but I thought I would weigh in since I am older like the OP, and the topic is important. I live in an area where there is no place to shoot beyond 200 yards unless I drive 2 hours (each way), and even then, out to only 550 yards on steel. Beyond that, I have to...

Josh, The Howa kit from Brownells is about $48 for the polymer bottom metal and around $45 for a 308 10 round mag. That is quite inexpensive, but for the money, I think it is a decent value. Other bottom metal is over twice that much, to as much as four times the cost. The Howa bottom metal...

Just wondering what detachable mag setup options are out there for Howa 1500 actions (not mini action). I know of the Howa kit, and use it on a Howa 223. The bottom metal and mag are polymer, but it does work just fine, and is inexpensive. But, was look for something a bit nicer on my next...

Thanks for that info on the PTG DBM product. I am puzzled as to why it was designed so that the tab at the rear of the action must be trimmed. KRG chassis can use AICS mags w/o trimming as I understand it. Maybe I am wrong. Also, I just looked at the Howa brand polymer bottom metal when...

Thanks for the barrel fitment tip...I appreciate that. That barrel looks plenty hefty, and doubt I will have any issues. PTG is selling bottom metal (real metal) for Howa, and I might pop for that, but honestly, I have no real complaints over the Howa stuff, so... I may install an Anschutz...

I am the OP, and am now awaiting the arrival of the Bell & Carlson Target/Competition stock a couple of guys above mentioned they had and showed photos of. With a 10% off sale. it was $355.50 vs the normal $395. I will be using Howa polymer bottom metal ($48), and I already have a Howa polymer...

Pretty much the same for me. For shooting off a bench, it seems like my 13-1/2 LOP is OK, but think it could be longer. I find my forearm is at an angle to the rifle, forcing my wrist to fold back at angle when the rifle is gripped. It does not really feel uncomfortable, but when I tape a pad...

When I try the "crook of elbow to trigger finger pad" measurement, my distance is about 14 -1/2", or 1" longer than the LOP on my rifle.

I will be shooting off a bench and would like some idea of how to determine optimal length of pull (LOP). If it matters, I am 6' 1" and have 34 - 35 sleeves. Given that many rifles used here have adjustable LOP, I wondered what you have found works well for you. I expect this will change for...

Yes, adjustable comb is the way to go, avoiding pitfalls of low scope rings. My Howa rifle does not have an adjustable comb, hence the low rings. Unfortunately, still not low enough to get a good sight picture, so it now wears an after-market cheek pad. But at least the knob did eliminate any...

I always try to use the lowest scope rings I can possibly get, putting the scope bell very close to the barrel at times, but of course this results in the bolt knob getting closer to the scope eyepiece. I found my finger getting slightly pinched on bolt opening with a stock Howa bolt...

Spife7980, I didn’t loosen anything up on the Bravo to try and make the Bravo stock fit better. You find the fit and finish of the Bravo acceptable for the $439 cost, and perhaps are willing to fiddle to improve fit. My expectations of the Bravo are not yours. I simply expect better for the...

Thanks for your perspective. I would do my bedding, but do not think it wise to make my first try on the $395 B&C stock. Looks to me there are more ways to screw this up than get it right on a first try! So, I have to assume I will have to pay someone for the bedding ($270). That brings...

On my B&C Medalist 2, there was a gap between the bedding block and recoil lug of 1/16" to 3/32"! The rear tang was jammed against the rear of the stock, acting as a recoil lug. I had to have a gunsmith fix it, making that stock rather costly. The B&C seems like a good deal, but if I have to...