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  1. Ckleeves

    Bartlein/gunsmithing Question

    What’s done is done, I’m not sure if you have any other option but to see how it shoots. I would think you would have a pretty good case for warranty if it doesn’t, excessive runout in the blank shouldn’t really fall on the smith. If that does end up being the case I would however expect a...
  2. Ckleeves

    Manners Composite Stocks Estimated Lead Times

    There is a Lefty Tikka in the “ready to ship” section right now. I would grab it but mine should be getting close to done. I’m at 9 months right now for two lefty Tikka’s so if I were you I would snag it and not look back.
  3. Ckleeves

    300 PRC/215’s. …again

    Glad they corrected the 6.5 data at least. I had forgotten how bad it was. When the 156 first came out I contacted them for 6.5 saum data and it was pretty accurate. Then the 6.5 prc data comes out and it shows starting load 1gr under max saum load! I feel like quickload is pretty accurate if...
  4. Ckleeves

    SOLD Zermatt Big Horn Action Wrench

    Pm sent.
  5. Ckleeves

    300 PRC/215’s. …again

    Ya it’s quick load derived or at least that’s what they told me. You are right after looking through it close that H1000 isn’t even the worst offender. They had to have had something wrong in QL when they came up with those numbers. I got that same data from them a few years ago and laughed but...
  6. Ckleeves

    300 PRC/215’s. …again

    Be careful with some of that Berger load data. IMO some of it is beyond spicy. The H-1000 in particular. 80 gr start? Wowza… Hornady shows max of 78.1 with a 212 which I would say is pretty accurate. I have maxed right under 80 in two different barrels with 215’s and h1000.
  7. Ckleeves

    Proof sendero vs sendero light contours

    This is a Sendero Light in a EH1 Sendero inlet. It’s not super noticeable from the top.
  8. Ckleeves

    Accessories PRICE DROP - Tikka T3 Tactical 223 Stock and 4 Mags

    I would be interested in the mags, bottom plastic and the mag retention spring if you split it up.
  9. Ckleeves

    Accessories SOLD* (2) mountain tactical tikka t3/t3x mags

    Pm sent.
  10. Ckleeves

    Anyone have any experience with the Tikka T3X "Long Action" models?

    Just google “Tikka magazine length” and you will have hours of reading on the problems, options and solutions. Personally I would look at other actions for a 300 wm or 300 PRC. That being said Tikka’s are the perfect action for Saums and WSM’s.
  11. Ckleeves

    Night Vision Leica Calonox view?

    I have mostly looked at the offerings from Bering and Pulsar, when it comes to thermal stuff I’m a complete newb so all the suggestions are helpful to at least give me ideas on specs and cost. Thanks guys I’ll keep doing my homework
  12. Ckleeves

    Night Vision Leica Calonox view?

    Total thermal newbie here looking for advice. I’m looking to use the Calonox view as a scanner then in the near future either buy a clip on or a dedicated thermal scope. Lets say a guy could get the Leica for a pretty decent deal, what other options in the under 3k price range should I be...
  13. Ckleeves

    NF ATACR 4-16X42 vs X50 both F1's

    I don’t think there is any difference between the two except objective size and the 42’s having the low locking turrets and 4 mils less elevation travel (and a few ounces lighter) The 50’s never really caught on, I believe msrp was the same on the two models but resale the 50’s always seem a bit...
  14. Ckleeves

    Optics WTB -FOUND -- NightForce 4-16x42 ATACR MIL-XT --- Cash In Hand!

    You have probably seen it but Eurooptic has a demo in stock.
  15. Ckleeves

    Swarovski Rangefinding Binoculars

    I personally like keeping my RF separate from my binos, just because RF technology is moving so fast that every couple years I’m going to want a new RF, whereas a pair of Swaro or Leica binos will last a very long time before there is really a good reason to step up. In 15 years a set of NL’s...
  16. Ckleeves

    Need a New Project... 6.5GAP4S, 6.5PRC, or 6.5SS ?

    I’ll certainly agree with that. A 140 Berger seems like it kills bigger then it is. I have gotten caught up in the heavier 6.5 options but I’m not sure if it’s really needed. I would love to see Berger make a elite hunter around 144 gr or see how the 144 lrht preforms on game. I think that may...
  17. Ckleeves

    Need a New Project... 6.5GAP4S, 6.5PRC, or 6.5SS ?

    WSM on his. One of my other buddies has a SS and his is slightly faster then my SAUM but not a lot. I think he was getting 50fps faster then my saum with the same bullet? The WSM is top of the pile. I’m sure a lot of that has to do with using N570.
  18. Ckleeves

    Need a New Project... 6.5GAP4S, 6.5PRC, or 6.5SS ?

    Sorry I didn’t see this. So his current load is a 153.5 Berger with N570 @3150 in Remington brass, 24” barrel. I don’t know his exact chamber specs but I think Fb was in the .180 range. I’ll have to ask him exact. I’m sure it’s a barrel eating monster with N570 but the performance is certainly...
  19. Ckleeves

    Need a New Project... 6.5GAP4S, 6.5PRC, or 6.5SS ?

    I haven’t seen a huge difference between the Saum and the Prc. I think you can get a fast PRC barrel and it’s gonna be close to the same speed as a slow saum barrel. I can’t say 100% on that statement because I have never had the same barrel lengths and FB’s to do a exact comparison. But the...
  20. Ckleeves

    Optics COMPLETE - Hawkins 30mm ultralite rings with side bubble

    I’ll pm you pics so you can can check them out.
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