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    AR15 Platform : which caliber for a "do-it-all" (almost) purpose rifle ?

    I don't have any firsthand experience to report yet, but just chose to do a 6.8 build over the Grendel. The rifle is intended for hunting sub-300 yards. I'm hopeful I can get the Berger 130 CH to work well. I really like the performance of the 168gr. CH in my .308. Hard to know until you try...
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    6.8X43 bolt/BCG options

    I'm building a 6.8X43 (sorta aka 6.8 SPC/SPCII) on a Seekins upper/lower and an ARP barrel. Looking at bolt/BCG options, seems like I can go with something like the pricey (but nice) Wilson Combat BCG that comes with a 6.8 SPC bolt (Bolt Carrier Assembly | 6.8 SPC | NP3 Plated-Wilson Combat). Or...
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    Self Build LaRue OBR, how would you do it?

    The Mega MKM would be my choice. A number of good barrels out there. Probably a Rainer Ultra Match. Not that other components should be skimped on, but start with an upper/lower like that, a really good barrel properly installed and a Geissele SSA or SSA-E and it's hard to go wrong.
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    Mega Maten Ambi receiver set for sale???

    You might want to check with the master dealers @ http://megaarms.com/dealers/, esp. Dave (BB Shooting). Not saying any will have anything, but you never know. I've done business with half the companies on that list and never had a bad experience. Unfortunately, I'm still waiting (over a year)...
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    SWFA bubble level

    Just saw this @ SWFA SS Bubble Level - The Optics Talk Forums and will post a mini-review as soon as I get one and can get out to the range with it. I like the attention to design detail, esp. getting rid of lines and including inserts for 1" scopes (not that I ever plan on going back to that...
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    Range Report How many MOA to support in ballistics calc?

    I'm updating the Windows Phone app Ballistica to support subtensions in MOA for a quick picker control. Previously, it has supported entering up to 20 mils, which was kind of silly anyway since most reticles only show 10 mils. (Even a massive 12-foot target at 20 mils would only be 167 yards...
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    Trying to get my head around O-Give

    I can't see how it could possible matter. Some people uniform the meplat, which can have a slight effect on accuracy. Beyond a certain point to assure uniformity, you're just better off getting more time firing than tuning handloads.
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    any mountain bikers out there

    While I didn't take it for a hardcore ride yesterday evening, it rides great. The geometry is a noticeable improvement over my old bike and "newer" features like being able to lock out the shocks when climbing make a difference. I ran yesterday morning and was tired by the end of the day from...
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    any mountain bikers out there

    The new ride is more or less done. I need to trim the derailleur cables and at some point get the brake cables shortened. Otherwise, I expect there will be just the usual bike break-in to do and tweaking the suspension. Built on a YETI 575 frame it weighs in at just under 28 lbs. While I found...
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    any mountain bikers out there

    Just signed up for the York (Montana) .38 Special (http://www.york38special.com/)...first race I've done in years. Check out the course map and elevation profile. Far from the hardest I've ever done, but I'll definitely be training (Course Map - York 38 Special). It's a good incentive and, heck...
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    any mountain bikers out there

    I've been getting out every day because it's only a matter of time before the forest fires hit and then it won't be worth breathing the smoke. My favorite ride is all dirt on the uphill and dumps out on to a windy paved road near the end. It's usual to run that section around 43 MPH if I don't...
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    Statement from Kestrel. Battery corrosion. Must Read.

    My $.02: Having no dog in this fight, I'm just glad I skimmed through the posts and have been using lithium batteries in my expensive GPS. I tend to leave it sitting for weeks or even months sealed up tight. But if I was the manufacturer in this case and the problem was truly limited I'd just...
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    New HICT 7-minute workout app for Windows Phone

    Windows Phone users, you know who you are...the few and (mostly) proud, eh? I got inspired by an article in the New York Times magazine (faithfully read by almost all 'Hiders) on a 7-minute(ish) HICT workout and built an app to make it easy to run through the exercises and memorize the...
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    Rifle Scopes Weaver Tactical 1-5 Power Vs SS 1-6 power

    I can only comment on the SS 1-6, not having seen the Weaver firsthand. Overall, it's a great scope. The one thing I don't like is the reticle from 3-5X. The aiming circle that works so well @ 1X blocks the sight view. But @6X it's gone, of course. And that leads to a general comment or two: Get...
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    Range Report Ladder test, just curious what others would pick

    FWIW, .4 gr. increments give a decent spread, lower the number of loads tested (e.g. 6 across a two-grain spread), and for OCD types are tidy (e.g. 43, 43.4, 43.8, 44.2, 44.6, 45). To minimize variation I color-code each load with sharpies, mag-load them in order, and fire all 6 loads. I wait 10...
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    Rifle Scopes Questions about SWFA SS 3-15x42

    I'm happy with it for the price, but would have gladly payed $200more for HD glass and the SS 3-9 turrets. I'd kick in yet another $100 for turrets like the SS 1-6. Still, the glass is almost as good side-by-side with an SS 3-9. While it doesn't compare to the Premiers I've had, it will work...
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    Rifle Scopes Nightforce 2.5-10x42mm FFP?!

    I don't dislike NF, having owned the 2.5-10X32 until I got spoiled by better glass. But it's not compelling enough to get another one. Some improvements like the illum seem worth it. But if the parallax can't go below 25 yards, why have it on a scope with 10X or less? I like the 6m low-end on...
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    Rifle Scopes How do YOU level your optic?

    Feeler gauges or playing cards. I've found stacking them just a bit high (.01") so the scope wobbles a bit between front and rear ring helps ensure it's level. Once one ring is tightened enough to avoid slippage you can just pull the stack out and tighten the rings.
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    Rifle Scopes Look what showed up today

    I'd prefer the glass quality of the HD models or the newer SS 3-9, but for many purposes, having a lighter-weight scope that can be mounted super low and sells for this price point makes up for any shortcomings. The only turrets I ever used that absolutely needed zero-stop are the Compact NXS...
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    Rifle Scopes Look what showed up today

    According to New SWFA SS 3-15x42 FFP - The Optics Talk Forums it comes in at 24.5 oz and 13.66" oz (3 oz. lighter than the Weaver and bit over 1/8" longer). For my light hunting rifle, I may still stick with 19 oz. SS 3-9 but won't rule out 24.5 oz. Above that, it gets easier to say no way.
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