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    Data Book and Zero

    What is the proper sequence of events in regards to zeroing your rifle and data book entry? Do you zero your rifle then start filling out the data book on subsequent shots ?Or is your zero the first thing that goes into your data book?Are there pages specifically for the initial rifle zero?
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    PDF Databook Pages

    I have finished a rifle build. Savage 111 in 300 win mag. I am planning on ordering an Impact Data Book .Short on funds at the moment though . Are there any .pdf data book pages that I can write down the info on while I come up with the funds to order one ?
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    Ammo/Rifle Query

    I am asking on behalf of my father. He has a M1a .He wants to try shooting long range with it .He bought some M118LR from Silver State Armory . He is concerned about this ammo producing too much pressure for the M1a. My thinking is he shouldn't worry being that it is a factory rifle shooting...
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    Rifle Scopes Nightforce Warranty

    I am trying to decide on 2 scopes. Scope #1 is Vortex Razor HD 5-20x50 and the other is a Nightforce F1 3.5-15x50. Both have features I want .I have heard stellar things about both costumer services. Vortex has their warranty info on their website. But I cant seem to find anything about...
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    To or Not to .

    I just acquired a Marlin XT22VR. I need a scope ,rings and base. I have the scope picked out (a Falcon Menace 4-14 FFP). My questions are should I spend the extra and get the illuminated reticle or save the extra $50 for ammo. And even though this scope has 26 mils of adjustment ,should I get a...
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    22 LR Dilemma of sorts.

    I need some advice .I was just recently able to introduce my 6 yr old son to rifle shooting. We managed to borrow a friends youth model Marlin single shot bolt action with scope. My son for his first time shot at about 40 yards and kept his shots with in an inch and a half to two inches.Pretty...
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    Rifle Scopes Savage w/ Weaver scope base.

    I am in the planning stages of rifle purchase. I am pretty sure that I am going with the Savage 110 HS Precision .I was wondering if anyone here has used the Weaver 20 MOA scope base on this rifle or one similar?Was also wondering what the height of the base is above the barrel so I can decide...
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    Son's first rifle.

    I am looking to get my son his first rifle for Chrismtas. He is 6 but pretty big for a 6 yr old.I am looking for a bolt action 22LR .Looking for a bolt action.Looking for suggestion in the $175-$250 range.
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    Data Book Choice

    With the selection of data books out there how is a newbie supposed to decide which one to use ?Impact Data or Storm?Any others?What to look for ?
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    Windage correction

    I have a couple questions on windage. Question 1: All the formulas that I have see give windage adjustment in MOA .Is there a formula for Mils that I haven't come across yet? Question 2: I have a USMC Marksmanship training guide and they list a wind constant for figuring out correction.It is for...
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    Gunsmithing Mississippi Gunsmith

    Is there such a thing ?If so where and who ?
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    Rifle Scopes Mounting hardware.

    I was just curious as to what the general consensus is regarding Millet rings and scope mounts?
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    Rifle Scopes Sub $1800 Scopes

    I am am in the process of researching a scope for my next rifle .The rifle will be a multitasker:hunting,target(paper and steel),and SHTF if(when)necessary .I would like to stay with mil-dot.Not sure what would be better as far as adjustments Mil or MOA.And not sure which SFP or FFP would be...
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    Rifle Scopes Tube Diameter

    How much difference is there really between scopes with 30,34,35mm scope tubes aside from price?
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    Rifle Scopes Elevation Range for LR Scope

    I know this has probably been cussed and discussed before .Any search that I have done has turned up nothing .When shopping for a scope for LRS what elevation range would you consider a bare minimum ?