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    From Bell & Carlson Tactical Medalist to McMillan A5 . . . my stab at stock modification.

    The final process was to Duracoat the stock and cheek piece. The stock’s previous color, as applied by Bell and Carlson, was OD green with black spider webbing. For this final stage of the process, I decided to stick with OD green but not get too fancy. I may go back and add another color or...
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    From Bell & Carlson Tactical Medalist to McMillan A5 . . . my stab at stock modification.

    I installed the GrovTech flush cups for QD sling swivels to the left side of the stock. Ideally, I would have used a ½” bit and bought the special 9/16” tap that’s required. My choice was to drill 5/8” holes and secure the flush cups with epoxy. I’m not real proud of my work with those, so...
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    From Bell & Carlson Tactical Medalist to McMillan A5 . . . my stab at stock modification.

    Recently, I modified the Bell and Carlson Tactical Medalist stock that my Savage 10fp has been living in for the past year or so. Immediately after buying the stock, I bedded the action and was satisfied with job that I did. I’ve been able to print groups in the ½” to ¾” range with it...
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    Rifle Scopes Anyone else get the Steiner 3-12x56 FFP Mil/Mil scope on Special from Botach?

    My 3-12X56 arrived today. First impression was that it looked like a sewer pipe atop my Savage .308. I remember being wowed when I bought my first 30mm scope. This thing is insane. I was afraid that the medium Warne rings that I bought wouldn't allow enough clearance between the front Butler...
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    Rifle Scopes Anyone else get the Steiner 3-12x56 FFP Mil/Mil scope on Special from Botach?

    I just got a shipping notice for the rings that I ordered alongside the scope. Said that they shipped yesterday evening. It also says that the scope should ship sometime today. I'm guessing if it all goes through I'll have it in my grubby little paws on Friday. Much of my decision to...
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    Rifle Scopes Anyone else get the Steiner 3-12x56 FFP Mil/Mil scope on Special from Botach?

    Still not sure if I got one of the 56mm versions or not, but Sportsman's Guide still has the 3-12x50mm for $1399 or $1249 if you sign up for the $30 Buyers Club.
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    Rifle Scopes Anyone else get the Steiner 3-12x56 FFP Mil/Mil scope on Special from Botach?

    I kinda did too, however I ordered direct from Sportsman' s Guide. By doing it that way and signing up for their club I saved about another $150. Hope they still had stock and I get my shipping notice soon.
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    Rifle Scopes Leupold Mark AR for a 22 l.r.

    Now the decision on which reticle. On one hand, the mil-dot would be useful if our local club does do some rimfire tactical stuff. Hold offs for wind, etc. If I ever swapped the scope over to an AR or other similar, larger bore rifle I'd want the mil-dot. Resale, if it were to be sold...
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    Rifle Scopes Leupold Mark AR for a 22 l.r.

    I'm looking to scope my Savage Mark II. Since I may use the rifle in CMP matches I want to go with a lighter weight scope. One that made the list was the Leupold Mark AR 4-12x. Its less than a pound, has an adjustable objective, and looks like a nice fit. Ranges will be 25 and 50 yards and...
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    Rifle Scopes Hankering for Better Glass - Ditch a SWFA 5-20x to go with a US Optics 10x?

    Great replies! I'll stick with the SWFA. From most posts it sounds like I've already got the right glass mounted.
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    Rifle Scopes Hankering for Better Glass - Ditch a SWFA 5-20x to go with a US Optics 10x?

    I'm no glass snob by any stretch of the imagination. But, I'd like to be one. My most expensive scope to date is a SWFA 5-20x. For years I'd been happy with Bushnell Elites (first the 3200s then the 4200s) and bought one Zeiss Conquest. The wife gave me the green light to spend a bit more...
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    Rifle Scopes SWFA 2.5-10x, 3-9x for now?

    I ended up working a trade for a SWFA SS 3-9x. I'm excited to get it mounted up on the SCAR and see what that combo is capable of.
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    Rifle Scopes SWFA 2.5-10x, 3-9x for now?

    Alot of folks over on fnforums like the Nightforce 2.5-10x Compacts. I'd like to stick with FFP though and started considering the SWFA 3-9x as a more "wallet friendly" option.
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    Rifle Scopes SWFA 2.5-10x, 3-9x for now?

    I've been searching for an optic to mount on my SCAR 17. I need something in the 2.5-10x range, think Nightforce Compact but FFP. I know Vortex offers one one in SFP too, but I'm a fan of the SWFA line-up. I want SWFA to build one with HD glass, mil quad reticle, single screw turrets, option...
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    Rifle Scopes Optics choice for my situation

    If you were me, what would you do? Lets assume that you're using your SCAR 17 to shoot matches from 100-600 yards (all prone for now). You want to keep the rifle relatively lightweight so you've added a Harris Bipod (looking to get an Atlas in the future), you're not adding a rail extension...
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    Rifle Scopes Which Nightforce Compact for my use?

    That's exactly where I was going to go next. I started looking at the Mark 6 3-18x44 as an alternative. As was said before, there's only about 3 oz. difference in weight and overall length is similar. For match shooting the extra 8x would definately be an asset. (By the way, I'm shooting...
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    Rifle Scopes Which Nightforce Compact for my use?

    Looking to replace the SWFA 1-6x that I put on top of my SCAR 17. While preparing for a local scoped rifle match, I've noticed that I'd like to have a bit more magnification. While I've posted some nice groups, both at 100 and out to 500 yards with the 1-6x, I want more magnification. I'm...
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    Rifle Scopes SWFA SS Parallax knob fell off

    Most SCAR17 owners over on the FN Forum are recommending either the Leopold Mark 6 or the ELCAN.
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    Rifle Scopes SWFA SS Parallax knob fell off

    I have a SWFA 1-6x mounted atop my SCAR17. It failed after 100 rounds or so. The illumination knob became loose and the illumination would flicker. I contacted SWFA and got a replacement scope after mine was returned. So far the replacement is good to go.
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    Rifle Scopes ACOG or 1-6.5 zoom for AR-10/7.62

    I'm running a SWFA 1-6x on my SCAR17 (308). I couldn't be happier. The true 1x is great for two eyes open close range work. At 6x the mil-based reticle shines for working precision out to 500 yards. These can be had for about $1000. I have mine in a Bobro mount.
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