• New Contest Starting Now! This Target Haunts Me

    Tell us about the one that got away, the flier that ruined your group, the zero that drifted, the shot you still see when you close your eyes. Winner will receive a free scope!

    Join contest

Search results

Search the forum Search Articles
  1. R

    Gunsmithing Krieger contour question

    Re: Krieger contour question For the #17, you'd be looking at about 1.02+- and for te MTU, 1.01+-
  2. R

    6BR tactical match rifle- start to finish

    Re: 6BR tactical match rifle- start to finish Very Cool!
  3. R

    Gunsmithing Start up CNC Mill for real work?

    Re: Start up CNC Mill for real work? Rather than buying a machine now, you might consider converting your existing mill to CNC. That option does have some limitations, such as faster spindle and ramped/unramped speeds, but it lowers your initial investment and may serve your purposes...
  4. R

    What brake do you use and why?

    Re: What brake do you use and why? Badger Thruster on a .338 Lapua Mag. very effective
  5. R

    Gunsmithing Cerakote Air Cure

    Re: Cerakote Air Cure I use it quite often. Works well on all that Kieth mentioned. Prep is everything. Especially on plastics and composites, make sure they are degreased well!
  6. R

    Tactical Bolt Rifle; pick ur side...

    Re: Tactical Bolt Rifle; pick ur side... These are all good choices, as well as the SPR. Each of them have different barrel/twist rates, so you should also consider the heaviest bullet you will be shooting. The 5r is an 11.2 twist, and may not stabilize over 175gr. The Tikka and SPR, I...
  7. R

    Gunsmithing Rem700 brl Fluting and or Length reducing? (Long)

    Re: Rem700 brl Fluting and or Length reducing? (Long) You'll more tan likely see a difference in the loads and pressures, going from 168gr to 175gr....best to start all over, or check the load tables at Sierra and see what they are recommending.
  8. R

    Gunsmithing Need help threading a muzzle.

    Re: Need help threading a muzzle. .621-.622 for a class 3 thread would be within parameters
  9. R

    Gunsmithing Need help threading a muzzle.

    Re: Need help threading a muzzle. .621-.622 for a class 3 thread would be within parameters
  10. R

    Remington 700 5R Recoil Pad

    Re: Remington 700 5R Recoil Pad +1 for Limbsaver. I've replaced a couple of mine. Most will need trimming
  11. R

    Price check

    Re: Price check It sounds like a pretty good deal, if it's in decent shape. See if he'll let you put a few rounds through it to see how it shoots
  12. R

    Remington 700 extractor question

    Re: Remington 700 extractor question They have been known to fail frequently. you can change to the Sako style, or the AR15 style. I have used them both, and have not had a problem, with several different calibers
  13. R

    Gunsmithing muzzle brake for a 338 LM build

    Re: muzzle brake for a 338 LM build I used the Badger Thruster and found it to be very effective. I got it with a 3/4x24 thread, specifically to be different from my others. Didn't want an HUA moment and screw on a .30 can!
  14. R

    Hornady AMAX Match vs. Federal Gold Medal Match

    Re: Hornady AMAX Match vs. Federal Gold Medal Match I use them both and haven't had any issues with either one. they're pretty comparable where I shoot....out to about 300yds. For that price, you can't go wrong
  15. R

    future build questions

    Re: future build questions You could go with a varmint profile, but if you're going to be humpin' it, maybe something lighter, like a sporter med. sporter contour. +1 for pink's response....the Mcmillan can be ordered for the bottom metal you want, and the pillars
  16. R

    Gunsmithing PTG bolt worth the money?

    Re: PTG bolt worth the money? If you need, or want to change teh bolt and go with a one piece, PTG is a great piece. I have used several of them and they worked well. If it's going into a new build, I'd suggest doing it right. As Keith mentioned, have your smith ream the raceway and have to...
  17. R

    First bolt gun, seeking opinions (updated)

    Re: First bolt gun, seeking opinions The M5 is a great choice. I like them real well! As for te barrel....what are you shooting? If you want to shoot heavier than 175's you'll need a faster twist. The 12 will handle up to that. If te stock suits your purpose, keep it. If it doesn't fit/feel...
  18. R

    .416, .338, .50 Cal...Inexpensive Option to shoot?

    Re: .416, .338, .50 Cal...Inexpensive Option to shoot? kvwpwr hit it on the head with the .50. There's a lot of surplus components that make it less expensive to shoot. As for the .338, Lapua brass and components are more expensive. There are alternatives, as well. Once fired Lapua brass...
  19. R

    Gunsmithing adding spacer syst to A5

    Re: adding spacer syst to A5 It would be easy enough to add, if you have the skills, or know someone who has. Depending on your desired LOP range, you may have to cut part of the butt off. Add the spacer system as you would a recoil pad.
  20. R

    338 lm build

    Re: 338 lm build 1-9.5 27". Best group was .09@100yds (3 rnds)Hdy 250gr; .169@100 (5 rnds) SMK, Lapua Brass, 89gr RE22
Top Bottom
Back
Home
Forums
Merch
Alerts