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  1. Nitrosteel

    Optics WTT: Swarovski X5i for Z6i riflescope

    Looking to go with a lighter option for my hunting rifle. Wanting a 2-12x50, 2.5-15x44 or 2.5-12x56 (Z6i). May consider other z6i’s. Must be the Illuminated version. Not interested in any other brand. My scope (3.5-18x50 x5i) is in great shape (maybe light ring marks). Looking for one in...
  2. Nitrosteel

    Optics FS or T - Swarovski STR80 spotting scope

    Used STR80 with 20-60 eye piece and winged eyecup. This is the MOA version. Everything functions as it should. Also included is the box for the body, eyepiece and winged eyecup. There are absolutely no scratches on any of the lenses, the electronics work perfectly, and the body is in very good...
  3. Nitrosteel

    Optics Swarovski x5 3.5-18x50 - 4W reticle

    Above scope with sunshade and turret tool. This scope was purchased new from McWhorter Rifles. I sent it back to Swarovski in February because the elevation turret was a bit stiff (compared to my other x5). It just arrived back and is still wrapped in plastic from Swarovski. Scope has light...
  4. Nitrosteel

    Optics Desert Tech 30 MOA scope mount (34mm) with 30mm inserts

    $240 PayPal f&f shipped.
  5. Nitrosteel

    Defiance Rebel Build

    Getting really close to sending my parts off to the gunsmith. Only a couple decisions left to make. Here’s where I am so far: Defiance Rebel long action Melanite with 3 position safety/ spiral flute bolt. Manners EH1 with BDL mini-chassis - Inlet for Bartlein 3b 24” Bartlein 3b .284 caliber...
  6. Nitrosteel

    Firearms FS: Tristar youth 20 gauge semi auto

    Tristar Viper G2 Youth 3” 20 gauge with 24” barrel. Realtree Advantage Timber Camo Comes with 3 factory screw-in chokes and factory shim kit in box. Shotgun in very good condition with some minor scuffs. Bought this new for my son and he shot it very little - has now outgrown it. Ships in...
  7. Nitrosteel

    Hunting & Fishing Safari rifle build - action?

    Have any of you ever built a CRF rifle in a large caliber like 416 rigby or 458 Lott on an action like a Defiance? I like the fact that there are manners stocks inletted for these and there are so many triggers, etc available for them also. Any advice or thoughts on this would be greatly...
  8. Nitrosteel

    Gunsmithing Ideal cartridge OAL for rifle build?

    I’m am building a 284 win on a defiance rebel long action with BDL bottom metal (hunting rifle). Planning to shoot 180 Berger hybrid bullets using Peterson brass. GA Precision said they could chamber it using their reamer, but if I wanted to be sure it was done a certain way - to send them 3...
  9. Nitrosteel

    FS: SilencerCo ASR muzzlebreak

    3/4x24 thread pattern. Came with a rifle I purchased, and I don’t need it/use it. Can’t get pictures to upload, but can send them to you upon request. $50 shipped OBO.
  10. Nitrosteel

    284 hunting loads?

    I’m planning to use Redding competition bushing dies to load ammo with (ordered them yesterday). I usually use a bushing .002 under loaded cartridge dimensions. Do I need to go tighter or use a crimp die due to recoil? I believe this rifle will recoil harder than any other rifle I’ve used...
  11. Nitrosteel

    FS or FT: Forster neck turner/reamer stuff

    I have the following Forster neck turning stuff and other miscellaneous Forster stuff that I’d like to find a new home for: Neck Reamer (new $132) - $60 for all: .220 .223 .224 .277 .308 .311 Neck turner pilot (new $90) - $40 for all: .224 (x2) .243 .257 .277 .284 .308 (x2) .358 Other...
  12. Nitrosteel

    FS or FT: Redding bushings for dies

    I have the following bushings I’d like to help find a new home: STEEL .243 .244 .254 (blemished probably can clean up) .281 .282 .300 .301 .307 .336 .338 TITANIUM .245 - sold .247 - sold .249 - sold .250 .272 .283 .302 .331 - sold .333 - sold Would like to trade for Hawkins precision black...
  13. Nitrosteel

    WTB: 284 win - Hornady modified case gauge

    Anyone have one for sale? I’m working on gathering things for my build and I don’t see that Hornady makes one. I know they’ll make one from my fired brass - but I don’t have any... Thank you in advance.
  14. Nitrosteel

    Hunting & Fishing Another 7mm rifle question...

    My stock is ordered at Manners. I “hope” to order a Defiance Rebel action next month and I’m still undecided on caliber. Torn between 284 win or 7 saum. It wouldn’t matter if they both had same bolt face diameter (if they were the same I could decide later). Wanting to have enough horsepower...
  15. Nitrosteel

    FS: Steyr pro-hunter 7mm-08

    Rifle includes Leupold scope mounts, 2 - 4 round magazines, and sling swivels. Has 24” barrel. Shoots 1/2 MOA groups pretty consistently with 160 grain Nosler Accubonds. Scope and sling not included. Rifle in very good condition - rare to find a Steyr in this caliber. $700 shipped in...
  16. Nitrosteel

    180 Lapua 7mm bullets versus Berger

    I’m loving the 139 grain 6.5 Scenars. I haven’t tried the 7mm bullets. What are your experiences with them (accuracy/use for hunting/etc)? Anyone use them for hunting as they do the 180 Berger Hybrids?
  17. Nitrosteel

    7mm 180 grain Lapua versus Berger

    Sorry posted in wrong section...
  18. Nitrosteel

    Most similar barrel contours - Bartlein and Proof Carbon

    Wanting to order a manners stock that I can use a barrel from either manufacturer with. Does anyone know which Bartlein barrel corresponds to each of the Proof Carbon (sendero, light sendero and heavy sendero) contours? Thank you for your help.
  19. Nitrosteel

    Manners mini chassis question

    Looking at ordering the following: Manners EH1 Defiance Rebel long action If I order the stock with the bdl mini chassis can I order HS PRECISION detachable magazine kit and install later (assuming I decide to go this route over the hinged floorplate option)? Also, if I have chose the...
  20. Nitrosteel

    Best 284 brass?

    I’m thinking my top choices for brass are: 6.5-284 Lapua brass necked down 284 win Peterson brass 284 win Norma brass All three are available right now and the price is very similar. I’ve always used Lapua brass when available (308, 7mm-08 and 6.5x47), but have never dealt with donuts... A...