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    New 6.5x47 Lapua build

    Re: New 6.5x47 Lapua build Anybody care to share load data for a their mcgowen...especially a 1:8. thanks
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    Gunsmithing CDI Precision......fantastic

    Re: CDI Precision......fantastic Wish I could have stopped by his office but unfortunately I'm several states over. I wouldn't recommend using his bm for a savage bell&carlson medalist tactical stock. He failed to mention it would be sunk a 1/4 in. in the stock with sharp edges left :-/
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    Gunsmithing how to tell if receiver was trued?

    Re: how to tell if receiver was trued? I enjoyed speaking with Kevin more than Fred and not to mention you can actually talk to him instead of spending days hearing a busy signal.
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    Accuracy problems

    Re: Accuracy problems If you leave primers or powder in a humid place I've heard it can be troublesome.
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    Let's solve this savage dbm problem

    Re: Let's solve this savage dbm problem Innovation comes from building off past work...as long as you don't copy exactly what he has its tough for a patent law suit to be filed. I completely agree that SSS is tough to deal with. I believe SSS realizes they are the primary supplier for...
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    Accuracy problems

    Re: Accuracy problems Try another scope while keeping all else constant
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    Berger's New 140gr 6.5mm bullets - How are they?

    Re: Berger's New 140gr 6.5mm bullets - How are the What is yalls seating preference, how far off the lands or do some of yall prefer in the lands. I read a few at .020 and one at .030. How about the rest of y'all? Thanks
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    So, I went to Gander Mtn today and

    Re: So, I went to Gander Mtn today and Do you ever use flitz to polish your pin,ramp and any other moving parts?
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    So, I went to Gander Mtn today and

    Re: So, I went to Gander Mtn today and Sand warrior, Are you referring to the cocking piece pin?
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    Noobies new build

    Re: Noobies new build Bear Blade, Have you been on the savageshooter forum? The best idea i've seen thus far is the 38special case with a polished set screw/bearing...and a bearing mounted in the BAS screw. I would think the combination of these would provide the least amount of surface area...
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    First time behind a 30-06

    Re: First time behind a 30-06 Like others have said the 308 isn't going to be much of a difference you may drop down to a 6.5x47 lapua or 260 rem if your shoulders or sensitive. You might try holding the rifle firm against your shoulder this makes it feel more like a push than a kick. If...
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    So, I went to Gander Mtn today and

    Re: So, I went to Gander Mtn today and I have 3 savage actions compared to my one remington...I would have to argue that my sendero action action is by far smoother than any savage I own. One particular savage action has the hardest bolt lift I could imagine...
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    Noobies new build

    Re: Noobies new build How well does that thrust bearing really work? I suppose you got that from the gentleman over on savageshooters.
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    New Shooting Range in Central Texas

    Re: New Shooting Range in Central Texas Sure wish this was closer to the East-Texas area (Tyler).
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    Fieldcraft Naked into the Wilderness 2: The Debris Hut

    Re: Naked into the Wilderness 2: The Debris Hut This thread has been hijacked
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    Caliber Choices - Comparison and Applications

    Re: Caliber Choices - Comparison and Applications +1 on the inconsiderate rapid fire bastards who can't read the range rules. I do like stealing their brass though.
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    Gunsmithing Savage Long action: can support 32" barrel?

    Re: Savage Long action: can support 32" barrel? what cartridge to you have there geargrinder?
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    Rifle Scopes Use the new VX3 I've got, or buy a Nightforce?

    Re: Use the new VX3 I've got, or buy a Nightforce? I encourage you to spend the money...check the for sale section and maybe post in the want ads.
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    My first full Duracoat job.

    Re: My first full Duracoat job. Ok thanks. Anybody done any comparisons with durability with baking vs air dry?
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    Gunsmithing Adjustable Cheek Piece Hardware

    Re: Adjustable Cheek Piece Hardware Thanks for the input this is just was I was looking for!