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    Savage break-in barrel

    Re: Savage break-in barrel Guys , I have a brass cleaning rod . Can I use it or it is mandatory to use a coated rod on the Savage ? I have been using it on my ARs and on my AKs for long time but I am new to precision shooting and these types of rifles , so I am asking
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    Savage break-in barrel

    Re: Savage break-in barrel <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ogreshooter</div><div class="ubbcode-body">My experience says just shoot it. Having owned more than a few savages, just shoot till accuracy falls off. That is what I do with all my rifles...
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    Savage break-in barrel

    Re: Savage break-in barrel <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Problomatic</div><div class="ubbcode-body">This is from the savage site.... http://www.savagearms.com/firearms/proceduresbarrelbreakin/ Though they just copied it from shooting times...
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    Savage break-in barrel

    Re: Savage break-in barrel <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: TacticalJ</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Does Savage list anything on their website about needing to break in the barrel on their rifles? Was there anything in the box that stated it...
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    Savage break-in barrel

    Re: Savage break-in barrel <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: BullzeyeNJ</div><div class="ubbcode-body">If it makes you feel better then follow some break in procedure of your barrel written by someone like an anal retentive benchrest shooter...
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    Savage break-in barrel

    Well, I`ll be heading to the range this coming week for the first time with my brand spanking new Savage 10FCP 5R . This thing comes with a 5R 1:11.25" twist and 24" fluted barrel and a very nice factory muzzle brake . The rifle has been cleaned and lubed already and the action /bolt , etc work...
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    Gunsmoke=Bull$*!t

    Re: Gunsmoke=Bull$*!t The problem , the way I see it with this tv series is that we are "connoisseurs" on the trade and any irregularity on firearms would be detected right away ... Many people have no idea at all of the world of firearms("you know, those very dangerous devices that kill...
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    Gunsmoke=Bull$*!t

    Re: Gunsmoke=Bull$*!t <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: hink</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: josey88</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Yeah , I was awestruck when this guy...
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    Gunsmoke=Bull$*!t

    Re: Gunsmoke=Bull$*!t Yeah , I was awestruck when this guy bought a Garand in perfect condition that was certified as seen actual, real combat in Normandy in WW2 for $1500.00 ... What kind of bullshit is that ? Man , this tv program is more full of shit that Red Jacket ... and that is some...
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    Savage magazine

    Re: Savage magazine I also have 2 darkeagle 10rds magazines for my 10 FCP ... Those mags , as far as I am concern are state of the art magazines and beautifully finished . Mine are .308 mags , so I don`t know if Dan (darkeagle) would also make them for .223 but he is a nice guy , so call...
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    Rifle Scopes budget scope advice

    Re: budget scope advice I have the Mueller 30mm APT Tactical 4.5-14x40 . I also ordered the 30mm Target type 8-32x44 that will arrive next week for target range shooting on muy Savage 10FCP 5R . I think that these Mueller scopes are the best bang for the buck . I also heard that they are...
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    Rifle Scopes budget scope advice

    Re: budget scope advice Be aware of many, many bad reviews on the Millett scopes TRS-1 and LRS-1 ... the complains are loose parts inside , not able to focus after 40 or 50 rds, etc etc etc . I initially thought about getting a Millett because of the great price , but after reading all the...
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    Obsession/disorder?

    Re: Obsession/disorder? Well, that is a relief ... I thought I was the only one
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    Rifle Scopes Leveling a Scope.....WTF?!!!!!!!

    Re: Leveling a Scope.....WTF?!!!!!!! Ja, ja , I experienced the same problem , but in my case, the reticle is canted a little to the right . I am lefty , so the optical illusion is reversed . Using two bubble levels I leveled the rifle until it was perfectly level ,leaving one bubble on the...
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    Rifle Scopes budget scope advice

    Re: budget scope advice Check out the Mueller Tactical 4.5-14x40 ... it is a 30 mm tube and I think for the money it cost it is the absolute best bang for the buck . If you add the optional 3" sun shade for $10.00 you are set . http://www.midwayusa.com/product/119010/...t-reticle-matte
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    Rifle Scopes Mueller 30mm 8-32x44 target scope question

    Re: Mueller 30mm 8-32x44 target scope question Well, that sounds like it is exactly what I need ... I will be using it only for the bench so no working of the knobs too much . I have a 20 Moa base mounted , but if the internal travel won`t do to 100 yds(which I hope it does)then I will just...
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    Rifle Scopes Mueller 30mm 8-32x44 target scope question

    I will be doing exclusively target shooting at 100 , 200 and 300 yards/meters on my Savage 10FCP 5R , at least for a forseable future . How good is the 30mm Mueller 8-32x44 Target scope ? Seems like I can get away with it and save a ton of money ... It has a target reticle with thin wires and a...
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    Rifle Scopes Budget scope choice

    Re: Budget scope choice <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: fdkay</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Mueller APT. Surprisingly good glass and a great company to deal with. </div></div> Same here .
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    Rifle Scopes Leveling Scope on a Savage

    Re: Leveling Scope on a Savage Well, I just measured my 10FCP 5R on the back of the receiver and it is perfectly level with the picatinny rail , so I am good to go
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    uncocking the bolt??

    Re: uncocking the bolt?? <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: arrowslinger</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I always hold the trigger down and let the bolt down, can't hurt to take pressure off of the springs. </div></div> I am new to all of this and I...
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