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    Getting started Reloading questions .308

    thanks for the reply, Yea the kits do seem very cost efficient but for high precision I see buying once and higher quality equipment probably more advantageous. The match I entered max range is 1040 on a 36 inch gong . So for my .308 I will need to know eaxactly how it flies and have good stuff...
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    Getting started Reloading questions .308

    Hello SH, Been shooting just over a year now consistently working to improve and build fundamentals. Started with a Tikka T3 lite in 308 now have a Savage 10 FCP SR,5R 1:11.25 , 22 in Barrel . SOO To get the most of out it I want to start reloading since I do feel I am Darn good with...
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    Best savage .223 bolt action?

    I have a Savage FCP-SR .308 5R , 22 in heavy barrel fluted in a black accustock put a 20 MOA rail on it with a SWFA 12X and after 200 down the tube I am always impressed with how little I had to put down to get such performance. But like many I do want to put a Manners stock or similar with it...
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    XLR Chassis Stock

    thank you very much sir, great answer and thank you for being specific.
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    XLR Chassis Stock

    Do you require the barrel and action shipped to you? to be fitted into the chassis due to the bottom bolt release? and what would the total weight be approx (+ -), would this chassis still be practical for tactical matches? Also I am guessing this type chassis would be as good as a McMillian...
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    XLR Chassis Stock

    I am curious of this too. I have a model 10 fcp-sr with the bottom bolt release though....? if this would work wonder what the total weight would be at?
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    My new 6.5 Creedmoor

    Congrats on the new rig, Thinking about a model 12 myself in 6.5. I own a model 10 FCP-SR 5Rbbl 22in in .308 and only got 198 down the tube and it has done great. Getting into tactical matches though and gunna use it for now now but 1k+ shots with the caliber gunna be rough. Where did you get...
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    New GAP Extreme Hunter in 6.5 SAUM

    Those GAP rifles are so sweet! I want one bad. I want that crusader you got in the background or a hospitaller.
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    Lifters?

    Best tips IMO lift smart, learn the basics , Max 1 Rep less your a power lifter don't mean shit. I speak from a lot of experience. I set the TN state record for 141-145 of 385 dead lift no wraps belt only, when I was 18. was all fun and games till I fractured my lumbar number 4 in two and went...
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    Guardian Long Range Competition - Virginia - 2014

    I am in hopes the spots can hold out till i get another paycheck to send in my money! The pics on the FB Page for Bangsteel look great and I gotta get my feet wet at some point. And thank you for the kinda response also Mr.Dan Might have to try to swing yall's way for a clinic too before hand...
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    Guardian Long Range Competition - Virginia - 2014

    How would this be for my first competition? I am a .308 shooter I am starting into reloading so hopefully have a good load developed by the spring. My rifle for now is Savage 10 FCP-sr 22in barrel 5R heavy contour. and a SWFA SS 12X mil/mil optic. possible upgrades before the comp. I am...
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    Need some Ballistic data help with new .308 factory rounds

    Also their pages doesnt advertise the 178 amax round for 308 cal....... but its ok this thread is old and it performs spot on like the 175 FGMM in my rifle
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    Need some Ballistic data help with new .308 factory rounds

    In between Murfreesboro and Nashville lol sorry man. thanks for the link too
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    Rifle Scopes SWFA 12X SS , Trouble Re-zeroing Turret after Bore Sight

    Yea I have 20 MOA base on mine, Pretty fun I can with my zero at 200 shoot 100 300 400 500 without dialing a single thing
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    Rifle Scopes SWFA 12X SS , Trouble Re-zeroing Turret after Bore Sight

    No that isn't what we are talking about. Called SWFA today to confirm That the hashes on the elevation turret are only a point of reference after you have zeroed your rifle But that there is no way to make them start at absolute bottom and it isn't something you would actually want. Like myself...
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    Rifle Scopes New SWFA 12X42 for my Savage 10 FCP-SR Pics

    I was actually surprised just how short that main tube really is I have never felt like I was crowded on one before but to answer your question I am in fact short so my height with the short main tube made for a very close call. Luckily where I have it actually is perfect but I will be getting...
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    Rifle Scopes New SWFA 12X42 for my Savage 10 FCP-SR Pics

    hello SH , This was my first day on the range with my new optics after very very much deliberation I settled with a SWFA 12X and I am very happy with my choice. The scope feels and looks great as do the SWFA TAC 30mm rings and sun shade. For the most part this scope is perfect...
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    Rifle Scopes SWFA Trade In Program

    you send them info and pics and they give you a quote , so whatever you have they will tell you what they will give ya and you can choose to accept or not
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    Rifle Scopes SWFA 12X SS , Trouble Re-zeroing Turret after Bore Sight

    So how do you like yours? I feel pretty good bout this buy after seeing it and looking through it plus it looks great on the rifle