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Recent content by TheJames

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    Gunsmithing Base and Ring Install

    Re: Base and Ring Install I'll be calling them for sure. I didn't think about the powder coating, but wouldn't think that would allow screws to break in half. I know they won't affect accuracy, but I thought they'd be pretty durable, and hold better than some cheap rings.
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    Gunsmithing Base and Ring Install

    Re: Base and Ring Install Well major disappointment for me... when I was installing the Talley rings, TWO screws broke in half while I was tightening them. I didn't get them tight at all and TWO just broke. Paid 150 bucks for rings and the damned screws break? WTF? Oh well. Last time I order...
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    Gunsmithing Base and Ring Install

    Re: Base and Ring Install Ok I got the base on today. The rings are a little higher than the "highs" I had on it, and the base is a good bit taller too. I was just wondering if the scope being so high up if it would really affect anything as far as accuracy goes. Here it is...
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    Gunsmithing Base and Ring Install

    Just ordered a Nightforce tactical base and a set of Tally tactical rings for my remington 700. I've read a few wright-ups on installing a base and rings, but wanted to get some professional opinions. From what I understand, I need to apply some light oil to the bottom of the base, install the...
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    I need ALOT of help!!!

    Re: I need ALOT of help!!! <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 308isgreat</div><div class="ubbcode-body">What do you want to shoot with this rifle? </div></div> Well I just got set up to reload. I don't know much about shooting farther than 300 yards...
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    Member Link Up Any Arkansas shooters?

    Re: Any Arkansas shooters? so who are the best smiths in the area?
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    I need ALOT of help!!!

    Re: I need ALOT of help!!! got it
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    I need ALOT of help!!!

    Re: I need ALOT of help!!! <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: azerious</div><div class="ubbcode-body">fill out your profile </div></div> what do you mean? Anyways, I took it to an outdoor shop today where all the gun guru's hang out. Talked to a...
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    I need ALOT of help!!!

    Re: I need ALOT of help!!! BTW SW, i'm from destin.
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    I need ALOT of help!!!

    Re: I need ALOT of help!!! Thanks for the replys. I'll take it to a smith tomorrow to get the verdict. If all else fails, I've got a great parts gun. I guess I can finish up the tactical .22 now
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    I need ALOT of help!!!

    I've been reading this site for a while. LOTS of great information and very knowledgable people on herel. All the info is greatly appreciated. I've been shooting since I could walk, and somehow still know nothing about shooting . I'm an avid hunter as well. I just moved to Arkansas about 2...