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  1. Sugarbug

    Do you build or assemble rifles?

    I think it's a bit nit-picky to really care. The definition of build is to "assemble from parts over time." A broad definition and clearly applicable. Call it build, call it assemble, whatever you want. No one says "I'm building an AR" and means to say that they're milling the rifle from a...
  2. Sugarbug

    Do you build or assemble rifles?

    I've heard complaints from a few people about anyone other than smiths using the term "build." So if you're putting an AR together from components, do you say you're building an AR? To me, that seems to be the accepted verbiage, but there are some who whine about it. "You're not building...
  3. Sugarbug

    New member in Mississippi

    I'm a ways to your east. Welcome to the hide. Most any answer you'll have has been answered before. Use the search tool as much as possible. For anything you can't find an answer for, the guys here are pretty great about sharing knowledge and experience.
  4. Sugarbug

    Mosin barrel shot out?

    Got out to shoot this again last weekend. It was the action screws. Back to its moderately accurate self.
  5. Sugarbug

    Lapua once fired... Now what?

    Thanks guys. I should add that I'm single feeding this load, so the bolt isn't slamming them into feed grooves or anything.
  6. Sugarbug

    Lapua once fired... Now what?

    Thanks for the tips, guys. I didn't crimp the last rounds and it seemed to go alright. Hopefully that continues to be true.
  7. Sugarbug

    Lapua once fired... Now what?

    Shot a ladder test with my Lapua brass and am going to run the same test again this weekend to check the validity of the results. I have the once fired brass and wanted to know how to go about prepping them to fire again. Neck size? Full length size? Trim to 1.750"? Shooting from an AR.
  8. Sugarbug

    1000 yrd rifle build help

    You're going to need more work than the rifle will. I'm new to this as well and recommend buying a rifle you can shoot now and start working on all of your fundamentals and skills. A .25MOA rifle means nothing when you're a 2MOA shooter. But mostly... I know I couldn't wait for over a...
  9. Sugarbug

    600y 223 Wylde *First load test pictures*

    Well, BigJW was able to get me going when I went out there this past weekend. Stayed up all night and built some loads to test (he also got me some Remington 7 1/2 primers that I've been needing for months... THANKS, JAKE!!). I've only had access to Winchester 748 powder, so that's what I...
  10. Sugarbug

    What in the hell...

    2.480 OAL is what I ended up going with. I think 2.500 would work but likely unreliably. Started at 22gr and went up to 23.8 in .2 grain increments.
  11. Sugarbug

    What in the hell...

    I just need it to chamber. I'll see if I can find the sweet spot. I was planning on not loading to mag length.
  12. Sugarbug

    What in the hell...

    That would be a bummer... But seems likely. Can anyone confirm?
  13. Sugarbug

    What in the hell...

    Loading for a new rifle. 80gr amax set to an OAL of 2.550" as suggested by the Lyman manual. However when I loaded up a dummy round and chamber it (AR), the cartridge gets completely stuck. I can mortar the gun and get the case out, but the bullets get stuck in the barrel. I know my...
  14. Sugarbug

    80gr Amax with Winchester748 recipe

    Ok, so we're sticking with mag length right now. My Lyman has an 80gr Jacketed HPBT load with an OAL of 2.550". Is this where I want to stay? Suggested starting grains: 21.8. Max: 24.0. Components: Virgin Lapua Brass Remington 7 1/2 primers Winchester 748 (all I could find) Hornady AMax...
  15. Sugarbug

    Google in bed with NSA?

    ROFL. I've written some creative "To" addresses in my day...
  16. Sugarbug

    Things I hate in this world #269: Websites without realtime inventory

    It'll be OK. And I totally agree.
  17. Sugarbug

    AR-15 Barrel Selection

    I got ya. I'd say build an SBR with it, but given you live in MD I'm guessing they have moronic laws about that. Build something you'll enjoy. Good luck!
  18. Sugarbug

    Gunsmithing Cartridge quality for barrel break-in

    Good idea, Dave.
  19. Sugarbug

    Google in bed with NSA?

    Anyone up for a pilgrimage to Boston? It's the redhead Mecca.
  20. Sugarbug

    Rifle Scopes SWFA SS 16x Turret Issue

    Got an email and just spoke with them on the phone. Their computers are down currently, but their email response was very fast. Hope them moving doesn't further delay this rifle being finished, lol. It's been one thing after another. ETA: Just spoke with them. They're going to swap it or...
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