Recent content by ScottVA

I think fluting button barrels is a concern to some.

Agree with Aftermath. 300WM is a terrific cartridge. Truth be told, sadly, all but obsolete today, the 308 Norma Mag was probably better than both of them.

Bahco

If they have only been fired once, or twice even, they are probably not fully formed to your chamber. If that's the case, see if they chamber easily. If they do, just set your die up to size the neck only and shoot them until they are fully formed. Then set your die up to size to whatever...

Polishing or honing a chamber to a mirror finish reduces the case's ability to grip the chamber walls when fired and thus, generates increased bolt thrust in a bolt gun. Gouges, spurs, reamer etching in chambers that leaves substantial markings on brass should be sent back to manufacturer/builder.

If you shoot a hot load that causes gas blow by between the primer and pocket, or pierce a primer, you can get cutting or etching of the bolt face.

Same pin in my "E" prefix short action 700.

220 Swift

Thanks guys, I appreciate your responses. Good stuff

From a proper technique standpoint, once the cheek piece positioning has been set, should it be readjusted with changes in bipod height or leg position configuration or remain in the same location? The question pertains to prone shooting with adjustable bipod. Thank you.

Thank you for the information. This is what I was looking for.

How would the Zeiss Spotter 60 compare to the Zeiss 85mm spotter? Is the glass the exact same in both models?

B 320 S 475x4 D 455x4 5'5" tall and 175lbs. 51 years old. Not a single supplement, steroid, or special training regimen. I am happy with my lifts because I am old and all of it hurts. But I still love the training. LOL

I used to shoot competition and therefore shot many rounds in a year. Barrels that were regularly cleaned lasted longer before losing competitive edge. These were not factory barrels, however. If you decide to clean the barrel, use a bore guide and coated rod. Both are good investments.

Kirk, one thing I'll add about the Tikka is that the single column magazine adds more beef to their actions. Their actions are very stiff when compared to magazines that have the staggered columns. I think Tikkas are great actions for custom builds as well. As others have said, they shoot great...