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    Krestrel 4500 NV eating batteries?

    Re: Krestrel 4500 NV eating batteries? OK, I think I figure it out. It appears that the Kestrel even when it is turned off, is designed to “<span style="color: #FF0000">continue to automatically store data at the defined store rate</span>” which can span from ever 2 sec to 12 hours...
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    Krestrel 4500 NV eating batteries?

    Re: Krestrel 4500 NV eating batteries? Thanks guys for the quick response, so that confirms my own fears – will just have to do a scheduled battery change to avoid that blue fuzz! I wonder the reason for the drain? The unit must keep some part of the system running all the time regardless...
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    Krestrel 4500 NV eating batteries?

    I have the above instrument and it seems that the batteries run flat after 3 months even if I only use it a few times (less than 10) and turn it off afterwards. I like the unit except for this and was wondering if the problem is that it actually drains the battery even when it is turned off...
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    Range Report Getting older sucks on the eyes

    Re: Getting older sucks on the eyes I am about the same age as you guys and found a few years ago I could not see the front sights of my pistol which makes IDPA difficult. My salvation came when my new optometrist recommended a new set of “bifocal contact lens”. I was of course skeptical...
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    Redding die issue

    Re: Redding die issue There are only two broad possibilities, one is there is something wrong with the brass and the other is the die. Before you blame the die, make sure it is not the first. You can do this by using the die on brass from rifles (as you have already suggested) you used to...
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    Range Report Whats your velocity for 175smks?

    Re: Whats your velocity for 175smks? I am getting around 2500 fps out of my 18” AR-10 using SW ammo (175 precision), how does that compare to what you guys are getting with the same ammo? Temp = 70 Humidity = 57 Baro = 30 Altitude = 1K
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    Ladder Test Question

    Re: Ladder Test Question When you shoot a ladder, you don't need instand feedback since you should not change you POI. What is needed is the exact location of each shot and knowing which round belongs to which powder weight.
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    Ladder Test Question

    Re: Ladder Test Question The simplist method is to set a video camera on a tripod off to the side of the target (out of the line of fire) and tape the session. Since the camera is close, you will have a nice clear view of it and so you will be able to tell which bullet goes exactly where.
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    load development

    Re: load development There is something you need to understand about the OCW method that you are using, it assumes that both the shooter and the rifle is capable of MOA or better accuracy/precision. This is not a slight on your skills or the quality of your rifle but the hard truth i.e. if...
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    Case Annealing

    Re: Case Annealing <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Wheres-Waldo</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Jlow, I use those crayons myself. They are designed to write on HOT surfaces, not cold surfaces. What I do is touch the crayon to the brass the instant...
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    Case Annealing

    Re: Case Annealing <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: OldTex</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Get some Tempilaq to help set your machine. I just went through this with my new Giraud. I ended up with 750 as the target temp on the necks and around...
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    Rifle Scopes Scope box test expectations?

    Re: Scope box test expectations? <span style="text-decoration: underline">shootist2004 </span>- Thanks for the useful links. <span style="text-decoration: underline">TxShooter63 </span>- Yes this are my thoughts exactly.
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    Rifle Scopes Scope box test expectations?

    Re: Scope box test expectations? <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Lowlight</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I should note, that I use a 4ft Level and not a 4ft Ruler, it was basically a complicated typo. But I use the Level, which I level on the...
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    Rifle Scopes Scope box test expectations?

    Re: Scope box test expectations? Great feedback guys! It is really useful to hear a debate about the pros and cons of the various methods! <span style="text-decoration: underline">Turbo54</span>: Good point about leveling in terms of mounting, I got to remember to make sure the gun is also...
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    Rifle Scopes Scope box test expectations?

    Re: Scope box test expectations? Thanks guys for more great input and ideas! <span style="text-decoration: underline">LoneWolfUSMC</span>: I have bench vise but did not think of using it, but yes it would probably work if I end up using this method. In general, I like the concept of...
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    Rifle Scopes Scope box test expectations?

    Re: Scope box test expectations? Thanks a lot for helping guys! A few questions: <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Lowlight</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I dial from top to bottom of 4ft ruler and use FFS to calculate the exact amount of travel...
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    Rifle Scopes Scope box test expectations?

    Re: Scope box test expectations? Surprised no one on the hide that has done this would share their experience with us?
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    Rifle Scopes Scope box test expectations?

    Re: Scope box test expectations? Thanks guys, all good questions. First, I will be doing the test at 100 yards to minimize environmental conditions on the ballistics. The rifle is based on a LaRue Stealth 20” upper and is with my handloads sub-MOA capable, not ¼ MOA. Here is a 7 round...
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    Rifle Scopes Scope box test expectations?

    I am ready to do a box test on my NF scope, my question to the hide is since nothing is absolutely perfect, how accurate should I expect the results to be? I plan to have a box that is 19 MOA on each side shooting three rounds of sub-MOA handloads at the middle and after each adjustment for...
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    Gun Safe Moisture Problem

    Re: Gun Safe Moisture Problem When you are dealing with humidity, just because you cannot see it, it does not mean that there is a small amount there. It actually involves much more water than people realize. For example, a regular dehumidifier would remove 50 to 70 pts of water every 24...
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