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  1. dbateman

    Another AUSSIE query......

    I know what type of fluting you're after and anybody who does fluting should be able to do it for you. Search for interrupted fluting. Hex barrel where originally that shape due to the manufacturing process, they where machined round after manufacture. So if you where to go hex you would...
  2. dbateman

    Night Vision Thermal imaging - 2 Questions

    Thanks guys, so it seems ground temp has very little impact on how effective thermal imaging works. So let me ask you guys this I'm looking at buying a clip on I can ether go with NV pvs-22 or similar or for a little more I can go thermal. Would you go straight to thermal or would you get a NV...
  3. dbateman

    Another AUSSIE query......

    Like these ? You should have no trouble doing what you are talking about. Bolt fluting can be done, you have a couple of good smiths down your way. I got to run but if no other Aussies chime in I'll add a bit more to this latter.
  4. dbateman

    Another AUSSIE query......

    What profile do you want ? What state are you in ?
  5. dbateman

    unfired case sticking

    Might have a tight throat ?
  6. dbateman

    Recommendations for a cheek pad?

    A bit of sponge and some duct tape.
  7. dbateman

    Night Vision Thermal imaging - 2 Questions

    Thanks guys I might have to give it a go. I can always sell it if I don't like it....
  8. dbateman

    AR500 Steel Targets???? Advice!

    3/8 think AR500 works for me with the biggest round being used is 338LM
  9. dbateman

    Night Vision Thermal imaging - 2 Questions

    Bump.. Didn't want to start a new topic and it's on topic. I've been thinking of getting a thermal viewer but I'm a little unsure of how effective it would be I just went outside at 2030 and measured the ground temp it's 32*c (89*f) am I correct in thinking that I will not be able to see most...
  10. dbateman

    Night Vision Pvs14 adapter for day scope?

    Thanks M25 I'll give it a try.
  11. dbateman

    Night Vision Pvs14 adapter for day scope?

    Do you get POI shift when mounting a pvs-14 in front of the scope. I keep hearing that running a pvs-14 in front of you scope doesn't work very well ?
  12. dbateman

    Night Vision Let's see your NV gear and kill pics

    This pistol what is it ? What sight are you running and how do you find it ?
  13. dbateman

    Aftermarket stocks for a Tikka T3 SA

    Have you looked at the Mcmillan stock ? They would be able to supply one that would fit your action. I like the A5
  14. dbateman

    Help.......!

    Good job on stepping up and taking on the role of shooting team Instructor. The best resource for information that I have found is this site and the people on it, a big plus one for Sterling Shooter amongst others. He is definitely one who I pay attention to. The online training is pretty...
  15. dbateman

    .300 Win Mag

    Trg42 not available in Au ? You're wrong it sure is they come up for sale on used guns all the time. Magnum Sports*::*Firearms*::*Rifles*::*Centerfire Rifles*::*Sako*::*Sako TRG-42 What part of AU are you living in ? Any cat B rifle is a easy to bring into Au, if your dealer wont get what...
  16. dbateman

    2013 GAP Grind video. (I spent many, many hours on this, you should check it out!)

    As usual you've put together a good video, thanks for taking the time to put them altogether. Man that looks like a kick ass match.
  17. dbateman

    .300 Win Mag

    Importing guns from the US is a piece of cake and not as deer as people make out.
  18. dbateman

    The great 6.5mm vs. .308 Bullet Debate, but with TERMINAL BALLISTICS

    To be 100% truthful I don't think there is any living animal on the face of the earth that you could not stop with a 308. I've shot a shit ton of feral cattle, buff, donkeys, horses, pigs ect with the round. Loaded with ADI fmj or win 180gr powerpoint and the good old silver tips. But then...
  19. dbateman

    load mags faster

    Spoons.
  20. dbateman

    TACTICAL Rifle Competitions in Australia

    Yeah we are being regulated out of shooting in this country. A fair few ranges have been closed down in the last year or so due to not being able to comply with stupid rules. It's pretty bad, and shooters seem to want it.