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    Hunting & Fishing Hunting with a Muzzle Brake

    I tried asking this on a UK forum but just got a lot of dumb ass answers. I have one on my AI so I have the range experiences but... Does anybody use a brake for hunting? Are there any non obvious benefits/issues?
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    Imperfect shot compromise ?

    So I watched a video years ago where Frank was talking about having to accept indexing and trading (in my language compromising, I think) between the fundamentals when the position is not perfect. There is always lots of chat on here about running the fundamentals perfectly and the results when...
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    Solohntr rifle cover

    Anybody using one of these ? Any good ? I use a moderator approx 1 3/4 inch diameter, will that fit? Planning on using it up the hill stalking red in the usual wind and rain. Seems like it could be a lightweight fast system allowing me better control of the rifle with my TAB biathlon sling.
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    Model not matching the real world

    OK this is melting my head. Shooting an AX 308, NXS 5.5-22 x56, 168gr TAP. Bullet is about 0.25 - 0.5" high at 105 so zero'd about 130 yards. Shooting left over little bits of clays at 311 yards consistently with 3.25 MOA. MOAR reticle. Same dope dialling or holding. Not an issue...
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    Case for an AI AX 24" Folder

    I want to source a case which will take my AX with the stock folded. Who is using what? Andy
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    Rifle Scopes Export Leupold M5 to UK

    I am trying to get my hands on a 6.5-20x50 FFP M5. The main importer over here does not seem to be offering them yet and I would like to try and get a better deal anyway. Any suggestions as to a reputable business that would export one at a decent price?
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    Rifle Scopes Red Dot effectiveness

    Guys I have been experimenting with mounting a red dot on my shotgun. It isn't something that is done very often over here, so not much local experience. I just bought a $30 sight to see if I can get on with the thing. 4moa red dot. If it shows promise I will consider buying a proper bit of...
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    308 Powder Choice

    I have reloaded with a wide range of bullets in my 308 but only used 3 powders RL15, Benchmark and RL17. It occurred to me that rather than focussing on velocity (and availability) if I tried to find the most temperature insensitive powder I would probably end up with something very different...
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    Weatherby Mark V Accumark in 270 Win

    I saw one of these in the local gunrack. They are rare over here so I don't know anyone with any experience of these rifles, what sort of accuracy is it capable of with good handloads?
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    Best combination bullet weight

    I want to get to one load for range work (not serious target) and deer hunting. I am shooting a 308 and have loads that work for 155, 168, 180 and 200 gr. Of these I get good velocity and accuracy on all loads except 168. So for range work I could use any. For hunting I will be shooting deer...
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    Vectan Powders

    Powder prices are going crazy over here. I can get Vectan powders for 40% less. It doesn't seem to be commonly used so there isn't much data kicking about Anyone used any of them in 308?
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    Biggest Influences on MV Standard Deviation

    I did some quick testing of mv on some 308 loads yesterday. It was not statistically significant but the results set me thinking and I would appreciate some input. I had loaded 155gr Scenars in Lapua brass with RL15; some 180gr SMK in Federal brass with RL17 which was a slightly compressed...
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    Improvised Fitting

    I have a Sako 75 Varmint. It shoots but doesn't fit. I have been faffing about with some 'adjustments' but haven't really found simple ways of getting the thing set up right. I need to get my head comfortably in the right place and my hand position right (so my trigger finger is at the...
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    Variable runout - help!!

    I am loading 308 and am trying to step up a notch in terms of accuracy so am developing a load with Lapua brass and the 155gr Scenar. Making dummy bullets to check consistency of my process. My process is: Nudge the shoulder back by 2 thou with Redding full size die and a redding 6 thou...
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    Increasing Barrel length from 23.5" to 26" -308Win

    If I changed my barrel for a 26" how much could I increase muzzle velocities by? My loads don't make it to 1000 yards supersonic and I thought a bit of extra barrel might help? What would I have to do to achieve that? I have loaded with RL 15 and RL17 with various bullet weights. I assume...
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    Tikka M65 300 Win Mag

    One of these for sale over here. Its a hunting rifle not target, 22" partially fluted barrel. Anyone got one of these? It's obviously not a heavy barrel profile so it is going to begin to warp after a small number of shots but for a bit of hunting and a some paced shots at long range targets...
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    Range Report Ballistic FTE - Help!

    Guys I am confused. I am off to the range tomorrow first time out to 1000yds. I have been running FTE which has worked well for me but this is a jump from about 500 to 1000 yards so I wanted to make sure that I had half decent models to get me in the ballpark. I have a 168SMK load which...
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    Anyone ever had a Sako that wouldn't shoot?

    I was at a gun show last weekend and one of the high profile custom gun makers in the UK tried to tell me that 'some Sako's shoot others don't'. I guess what that means is open to interpretation, but given even the hunting rifles are guaranteed to 1moa I was surprised at the comment. He also...
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    Smartreloader views

    I have never come across this kit before. I was looking at a tumbler which is about half the price of everybody else. Is their stuff reliable? Andy
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    Rifles for 300WM or 300WSM for hunting

    I am looking to replace my 270Win with a rifle that has more wallop down range. Considering the choices I have narrowed it down to either a WM or a WSM. I have two questions I would like some experienced feedback on: 1. Is there any practical difference between the two? 2. Without going...
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