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I am building a custom .223 AI. Barrel: 30" 1:7 twist Krieger, which I want to be able to shoot out to 1,000 yards (although 600 or so will be the majority of what I shoot). I will be shooting 80 grain projectiles (80-85). It was suggested by Pacific Tool to go with the .110 freebore...

Having a custom. 223 built. Want to shoot at 1,000 yards using 80 Gr to 90 Gr. projectiles. (80 gr smk, 80 gr amax, 80 gr berger vld, 82 gr berger bt, 90 gr berger vld). I want more power than a plain. 223. So, would you guys go with the 223 Ackley Improved OR 223 REM MATCH and...

Last night I was talking with a Hide member and he was very favorable towards using Quickload software. I have heard this from some other members of a gun club I belong to out here. The cost is about $150.00 (quickload quicktarget software), and I am thinking there will be quite a learning...

I really like the .223 round, so I decided to have one built. My 2nd custom (next year sometime) will be a 7mm/284. Here's the build and work to be performed: Base Remington 700 Timney Calvin Elite Trigger 6oz-2lbs McMllan A3 stock, SA, RH, spacer system and adjustable cheekpiece Krieger SS...

What is your runout using the Wilson arbor press with the stainless neck die and stainless seater die. I've read concentricity is less than. 001, but before I spend a few hundred dollars, I'd like to hear from some folks here.

Most folks are turning necks for concentricity. But why wouldn't reaming the inside of the necks work better? The inside of the neck is what holds the projectile, not the outside of the neck. So, which is better for concentricity.......neck turning OR neck reaming????

Debating if I want to or not. Other than necessity for tight chambers, how many here are turning their necks?

I am thinking seriously of buying the Savage 12 FT/R .223 with a 1:7 twist. Does anyone know how this gun shoots straight out of the box? Is there another manufacturer of .223 that shoots more accurately than the Savage which you can recommend? I plan on learning longer range shooting with...

Last night a buddy and I spent a couple hours discussing this, and we are not sure of the correct answer. SO, once again I am turning to the folks here for some help. I understand how to figure out bullet seating/ogive in relationship to the lands. I have a comparator, and finally know how...

.......Your thoughts and advice is appreciated. I want to build a 6.5/284 for F-Class, silhouette and general long range (1,000 yards or so ) shooting. I am not sure what components, but I have narrowed them down, somewhat. Action....Your thoughts on Bat, Surgeon or Stiller...

The runout of my brass is anywhere between .001 and .006 after FL resizing. I'm using mostly Lake City, but do have mixed headstamps. How do I make the brass more concentric??? I have read so much and am still unable to get a consistent .001-.002. Do I: Turn the necks for OD.....but...

I know Lapua is a great name in brass, but at $0.60 per copy for .223, it can get pricey. Do you have any suggestions for other quality brass that is not so pricey? I want brass that is consistent in dimensions (no junk). IF it has to be Lapua, then so be it. Suggestions??

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I have a Dillon 550B wich I have been using for both pistol & rifle. Should I get a single stage press for rifle.....IE will a single stage press resize and seat more accurately? The Dillon press utilizes a shell plate system which keeps the shell off center, where a single stage press...

I know many here anneal their brass for better concentricity and longer brass life. But how many turn the necks, or do you just buy top quality brass that's supposed to be concentric? Thoughts, as I am contemplating neck turning, but maybe it's easier just to buy new Lapua brass. I do...

What's that saying, "Buy Once, Cry Once" or something like that. Well, so I am crying, but am have so much fun doing it. Here it is: Stainless Tumbling Media | Stainless Tumbling Media Package SINCLAIR CONCENTRICITY GAUGE | Sinclair Intl (The one for $114.00)...

How do you guys go about finding the nodes on your rifle, and how do you adjust for them when reloading. I understand what a node is, but have no idea how to locate them. :confused:

I've read several posts here on The Hide concerning this. The general consensus was stainless steel media does a far better job than sonic cleaning. But, does the stainless steel media have more abrasive qualities that will harm the brass..... I've been looking at this...

Both bullets shown in the pic are for a Savage .223 (.224 diameter). The bullet on the left & seated to the cannelure is approximately 0.193 from the lands. The bullet on the right that I slit at the neck to show seating depth is exactly on the lands. It is 0.114 into the neck. Now, I...

Did a search and really couldn't nail this down. Savage .223 Trophy Hunter XP 11/111 with AccuTrigger & Short Action Vortex PST 6x24x50 EGW 20 MOA Rail for Savage with Round Back. Vortex 30mm Riflescope Rings Called Optics Planet and was told to get the high rings. My gut tells me Low or...