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  1. Katahdin

    Sako TRG 6.5 reviews

    Anybody have MV data on a Berger 130 or 140 hybrid? We always hear Tikka barrels are slow, I’m curious if Sako’s are as well.
  2. Katahdin

    Rifle Scopes Minox ZP5 5-25x56 & Steiner M7Xi 4-28x56

    Ok Guys here goes, I own a S&B 5-25 DT MSR, Steiner M5Xi 5-25 MSR, Steiner Military 4-16 G2MD, Minox ZP5 5-25 MR4, and a few other entry model scopes. I have looked through a Vortex Gen 2 razor 4.5-27 EBR7C, Leupold 5-25 Mark 5 TMR, and the new Steiner M7Xi 4-28 MSR 2. To me the Minox, S&B...
  3. Katahdin

    Tikka T3 Thread

    I'm gonna start with 140 ELD's and go from there. I have another lot# of 130 bergers I'm gonna chrono as well, but I'm putting Prime and Norma on my short list. I took the gun apart 3 times to check for barrel contact and torque issues. I'll keep you guys updated.
  4. Katahdin

    Range Report Federal Premium 6.5 Creedmoor

    I'm going to run a whole box through my magneto speed and see what the data says. I only shot 5rds because I've always had good luck with my .308 Federal Berger load being near 10 SD. My plan was to get a rough MV since conditions were so calm (instead of wasting ammo) then true my Kestrel...
  5. Katahdin

    Tikka T3 Thread

    I should mention that I am going to be running factory ammo for awhile as I don't have the time or means to reload right now. I guess I was surprised because a lot of guys here are reloading the 130 berger and having great results. I did not buy any other factory ammo to try so I guess that is...
  6. Katahdin

    Range Report Federal Premium 6.5 Creedmoor

    I wasn't surprised at the barrel and MV, but I was suprised how erratic the bullet/rifle performed at 600/1000. Conditions were calm for the first 3 hours of shooting so getting hits at 1000 was not an issue.
  7. Katahdin

    Tikka T3 Thread

    Alright guys I need some input, I bought a Tikka TAC A1 and love the way the rifle feels but had issues with the federal berger 130's factory ammo. Anybody else have horrible results with Federal Berger 130"s? What is the most accurate factory load you guys have found? To say I was...
  8. Katahdin

    Range Report Federal Premium 6.5 Creedmoor

    Brand new Tikka Tac A1 24" 6.5 Creedmoor, 5rd Magneto Speed Avg MV 2758 ES 71 , SD 19. Zeroed at 100 shot around MOA or slightly less, went to 600 had 8-10" groups (5-shot) with vertical stringing, went to 1000 and had 20-24" groups (5 and 10-shot) with vertical stringing. In all the groups I...
  9. Katahdin

    Tikka T3 Thread

    Thanks for the response guys, I'm either going Tac A1 or Stainless CTR. I don't have time or means to reload so was looking at factory ammo. Heard the factory barrels were slow so just wondering how bad?
  10. Katahdin

    Tikka T3 Thread

    Anybody have a 24” Stainless CTR 6.5 Creedmoor? What velocities are you guys getting with 130gr Berger’s?
  11. Katahdin

    Tikka TAC A1 scope mounting

    With a 12 O'clock rail and 56mm objective you can get away with 1.375" tall rings/mount with 0 MOA cant. So basically anything 1.4-1.5" tall will definitely work if you're adding cant to the mount. All guns with a 12 O'clock rail will have a high height over bore, there is nothing you can do...
  12. Katahdin

    mausingfield and surgeon 591 users

    I ran a badger ordnance M4 bottom metal for eight years or so on my surgeon 591. I still have the manners stock and bottom metal if I ever want to go back to that configuration. The surgeon action has an anti jam rail cut into the left raceway to prevent your rounds from jamming like a 700...
  13. Katahdin

    Razor Gen2 Spotter 27-60

    Squibbler, did you ever find out what model Swarovski your friend owns? I am trying to decide between a Swarovski or Vortex spotting scope right now.
  14. Katahdin

    Last step before Swarovski or Hensoldt?

    With the Swarovski does anyone have input on the 20-60 vs 25-50 eye piece for spotting trace and impacts.
  15. Katahdin

    Last step before Swarovski or Hensoldt?

    Does anyone have input on the Leupold Gold Ring 20-60X80? I found one on sale w/o a reticle? It’s more expensive then the Vortex but not by much.
  16. Katahdin

    Last step before Swarovski or Hensoldt?

    I should also mention I prefer a straight eyepiece, which I believe eliminates the Athlon. Also if I’m going spend $2.5k I will just spend the extra on a Swarovski and be done with it. I guess I just want to know what my options are under $2k, would love to hear some more input before I make a...
  17. Katahdin

    Last step before Swarovski or Hensoldt?

    Thanks for the input guys, I’m definitely leaning towards the razor, I need one more riflescope for one of my rifles so this makes the most financial sense.
  18. Katahdin

    Last step before Swarovski or Hensoldt?

    I am looking to upgrade my spotter (Leupold Mark 4 12-40 w/ TMR) for a 60x spotting scope. I have used a Swarovski STS80 during several comps and have looked through an older Leica and Vortex Razor so I have an idea of what's available. This will be used on the range and during comps as I...
  19. Katahdin

    Rifle Scopes Steiner M5Xi Rail Cant Question

    You should not need to purchase a canted mount. I have the Steiner 5-25 Military on two different rifles, one with a 30MOA rail and the other a 20MOA rail. Both rifles have 0MOA mounts and each scope gives me the full double turn which I believe is 26mils. BTW I am at 16.5mils at 1200yds on...
  20. Katahdin

    TIS slip cuff quick release vs TIS quick cuff

    Well I have been slinging up and dryfiring for the past couple of days with the TIS Slip Cuff QR and Riflecraft RS-1. The TIS is definitely GTG and will more than likely be my primary sling. It is quick adjust and gives you a solid shooting platform. When compared to the TAB RAS I like it a...
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