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    .30-06 rifle build, input appreciated

    Thats a helluva shot. I would have loved to seen that.
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    .30-06 rifle build, input appreciated

    I currently have no plans for shooting anything heavier than maybe 210 grn but you never know. Anyone every hear anything bad about Bell&Carlson stocks.
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    .30-06 rifle build, input appreciated

    Doc76251 and Unknown, I hope I'm not coming across as arguing with you. Unfortunately I already have the barrel. At the time I was going with what German said - "Twist Rate - The standard rate of twist for factory and arsenal barrels chambered in .30-06 is 1:10". This was established in 1903...
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    .30-06 rifle build, input appreciated

    I appreciate any and all suggestions, I went with the 1-11 twist as suggested by German Salazar. I'll def think about keeping it at 24" but was looking at 26" also from GS's suggestion. The original plan was to stay with the standard cartridge so thanks for the heads up on performance gain vs...
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    .30-06 rifle build, input appreciated

    Whats the longest shot you guys have taken with your -06 builds
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    .30-06 rifle build, input appreciated

    I like that stock I haven't decided yet on Mcmillan or Bell&Carlson.
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    .30-06 rifle build, input appreciated

    I am going off of the advice of German Salazar at The Riflemans Journal. He talks about accuracy of the 30-06 and barrel length and twist.
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    .30-06 rifle build, input appreciated

    revive Hey guys, Just to keep you guys updated, I know its been a while but I decided to go with a Krieger Barrel 1-11 twist #17 HV (1.250" x .900") at 28" total length. I am trying to decided now on what muzzle brake to use. Does anyone have any suggestions?
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    Rifle Scopes scope base bedding question

    Re: scope base bedding question <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: uncledog57</div><div class="ubbcode-body">+1 bed it. You will feel better knowing the job is done right. If you don;t have one? I would suggest a torque wrench to finish the job right...
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    Rifle Scopes scope base bedding question

    Hey guys, I'm still waiting on my scope from SWFA(not their fault-backordered), but I went ahead and got my scope base and rings. I went with Weaver 20moa base and medium height rings. Anyway I mounted the base to my Remington 700 action. When I snugged down the front, I was able to get a feeler...
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    Rifle Scopes Mil/Mil scopes suggestions

    Re: Mil/Mil scopes suggestions <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Remoah</div><div class="ubbcode-body">EGW do a good 20MOA base, especially if you're on a budget.</div></div> I'l check them out. Thank you
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    Rifle Scopes Mil/Mil scopes suggestions

    Re: Mil/Mil scopes suggestions I am thinking about going with this Weaver 20 moa scope base. Does anyone know of any problems. http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/30924946-1.html
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    Rifle Scopes Mil/Mil scopes suggestions

    Re: Mil/Mil scopes suggestions <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Kino</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> A very good friend of mine has three of them and only one works......For now...... And it looks like looking through a tube full of grit. I hope you...
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    Rifle Scopes Mil/Mil scopes suggestions

    Re: Mil/Mil scopes suggestions Well, I just ordered the Falcon menace 4-14-44 ffp from SWFA.com. I'll give an update when I get it. I now need to shop for a 20 Moa base.
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    Rifle Scopes Mil/Mil scopes suggestions

    Re: Mil/Mil scopes suggestions I sent you a PM.