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    Rifle Scopes 10x riflescope poll...

    Ilya, I happen to be in that target market that you are trying to crack. I've owned variables and fixed. Variables are great and certainly need nothing to justify them, but there is something cool about a fixed being inherently (or having the potential of being) simpler, tougher, smaller...
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    Rifle Scopes 10x riflescope poll...

    The 7/14 switch magnification (marketing? Switchmag?) is an intriguing concept, if it could be pulled off. Those are great magnification settings for the "do all" role that 10x tries to fill. If it worked as an SWFA 7/14 HD at $900, I'd get that scope 100%. Nik
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    Tikka T3 Thread

    I own both (not the A1). CTR and TRG are not in the same category. Barrel: TRG is a heavy contour. CTR is something like a light Palma. Quality may be the same. Action: TRG is beefier. Bolt is heavier. 60 degree throw vs. 72 degree throw. Trigger: TRG is premium, almost over-engineered in...
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    Tikka T3 Thread

    Quick Question: is dry lube recommended on a Tikka bolt?I've used Remington dry lube on a Ruger; really slicked it. On a Sako, it gummed it up for a while. Nik
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    New to Precision Rifles

    Dtown, you're on the right track. The guys above are going to steer you in a direction that allows you to make the most of your budget. You don't need to spend thousands starting out. There are proven options at $300, $1500, $3000. They all work. Main thing right now is to look at reliable gear...
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    Rifle Scopes Who wants to recommend me a scope? (sub $1k, med range, 6.5 Creedmoor)

    SWFA is legit. They are rugged and reliable, whether Classic or HD. They sell direct from their site--no middle man. Hence the quality to price ratio tends to be high. Note: Other manufacturers at similar price points offer features not offered on SWFA's: such as zero stops or reticle...
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    Rifle Scopes swfa ss

    There are a few demo 5-20s on the Fathers Day link.
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    Rifle Scopes Rifle scope questions

    If you choose one of the scopes on your list, be sure they are FFP (first-focal plane), and that the dials and reticle match (mil/mil or MOA/MOA). Another option at your price point is the SWFA 10x42 HD. It is fixed magnification, but you will get excellent turrets, glass, and durability...
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    Tikka T3 Thread

    I've been considering a 20 MOA ring/mount as an alternative to replacing the factory CTR rail with a canted rail. Problem I'm seeing is that many of the 20 MOA mounts are very high. Burris Signature XTR rings are an option. Any issues with the polymer inserts shrinking or becoming brittle in...
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    Rifle Scopes USO BFX-10

    Anyone handle the USO BFX-10 yet? How does it compare to the ST-10 or the SWFA 10x42 HD?
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    Tikka T3 Thread

    Thanks!
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    Tikka T3 Thread

    For those with a GGS stock, how long did it take for your order to arrive?
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    Sako TRG 6.5 Creed

    Congrats. So accurate, my wife calls it "boring."
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    Phosphatized action?

    ... Water, moisture, corrosion, scratches. But you're probably just fine without if maintained like any other gun.
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    Phosphatized action?

    Phosphate is a protective coating. Water slicks off of it, and it has a matte black finish. On the TRG, it coats the barrel and action exterior only. (Does not touch the moving parts.) Nik
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    Rifle Scopes MOA Wind Math

    Just a note of thanks for making the complex simple once again. I get that this is an attempt to simplify MOA math, but even the Mil B.C. Base wind method was an eye opener at my level of understanding. Nik
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    Rifle Scopes I hesitate to ask but here goes

    When I was starting out, I thought high magnification made for the "best" scope. Maybe your friends have their own ideas. Since they are resistant to your brand advice, you might try an educational approach by creating a list of scope characteristics--tracking, glass, magnification, etc.--and...
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    Rifle Scopes Scope to ring mounting

    Found an interesting technique I hadn't seen before to mount a scope to rings. At 00:57, he uses latex strips as a bed. Have not seen this before. I've always mounted scope directly to ring. Time for a sanity check. Does adding the extra strip make sense? Nik
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    Rifle Scopes SWFA Backorder

    That's good. Have owned 2 of their standard scopes. Been looking forward to an HD.
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    Rifle Scopes SWFA Backorder

    Anyone know the story behind this? So many of SWFA's scopes seem constantly on backorder. Been watching this for months now. Are they just that popular, or phasing out?
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