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When shooting off my homemade solid sand bags I prep the bag (almost like fluffing a pillow), then I make an indentation in the bag with the side of my hand to frorm a channel for the stock to ride in. Also make sure that the sling swivels can freely move without snagging on the bag when the...
Can't comment on the glass that you are asking about, but mine is has the Vortex Pro series 1'' rings and a clearance priced Nikon P-Tactical scope inside of an ebay HS Precision takeoff stock. This was a super low budget set up and it shoots a variety of ammo well; my favorite target load is a...
I see, Nightforce has a solid reputation and I don't see you regretting this purchase at all. Personally I like HS precision stocks, but I am a fudd (I don't require the latest aerospace grade equipment). I prefer a traditionally styled rigid stock with a bedding block, this stock checked all...
In my opinion you have a solid stock/rifle set up as is, (I too have the same rifle and am located in S.Ga.). Though I have handled many chassis rifles/set ups, but I don't have any long term feedback to give so I'll let the more qualified members lead you. My advise would be to buy good glass...
My go to here the last two seasons is a 20" .308 win SPS tactical in an HS Precision stock with a Nikon MOA reticle scope that I caught on clearance. The rifle is short carries well and shoots 168 SMKs, A-Maxes like a laser, I'm supremely confident in this combo. My Bergara Ridge30-06 is a...
I have a Bergara ridge in 30-06. It fit my needs, it has a slightly thinner than varmit profile barrel and shoots well. I was considering building a similar rifle, but decided to try that as a cheaper alternative to experiment with. I'm happy with it so far.
I hope you enjoy it, nothing like getting a load worked up and it shooting well to pay off for your hard work. Enjoy, one of these rifles is on my list too one day.
I vote to shoot it and enjoy it. I received the same rifle/caliber from my uncle due to one of my other uncles passing away when I was a teen. I hunted with the rifle exclusively until becoming an adult and purchasing something else to "preserve" the 700 and it sat in the safe. Then one day...
The Savage would be my pick off of your list due to the budget. The Ruger is a good shooter too (I owned one) , I just prefer a heavier barrel. Although a lot of people despise them (Savage), they are hard to beat for the price. But as said above there is not a very good return on them if you...
I'm a geek so I have books from several different mfgs. Some of these books belonged to my dad and date from as far back as the early 80s up to the present. My reason for this is because of the ability to get data for different powders that may not be listed in one particular book. I can say...
My vote is for a threaded SPS tactical in .308 also. Mine shoots well and is my go to rifle nowadays. I think it is a good inexpensive rifle that he can learn on and modify as he and his skill level grows. Enjoy the time with him, some of my best memories with my dad were shooting and hunting as...
Congrats on your new rifle, there's nothing more exciting than getting a new rig. Now get out there and shoot it! Have fun, learn your rifle, and most importantly be safe!
As stated by several others you definately will not save in the beginning while buying all of the essentials (dies, powder, etc.). I was in the same boat with the 7mm RM, but I like the ability to make my own at will as opposed to purchasing boxes locally. I live in a small town and most places...
Bell and Carlson (composite) or Boyds (wood) are the only traditional types that I'm aware of for the R.A. As for ammo I usually buy cheap stuff to zero with and start using handloads to fine tune.
I have a basic RCBS kit that is probably 30 years old. My dad passed it down to me so I could get my feet wet in reloading since he does not shoot much nowadays. This kit is hardly precision or fast, but it allows me to make my own bullets which I enjoy. I think this kit is about $350 nowadays...
I'd keep the 06' as is and add a limbsaver to add shooter comfort while saving up for one of the budget rifles such as a Ruger American or a 700 in a short action caliber. I have an wood 700 ADL in 06' from that same era and I faced the same dilema but I just kept mine as it was for sentimental...