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    Interest in firing pin bushing service for AI rifles

    All, I would like to ascertain the level of interest in a firing pin bushing service for Accuracy International (AI) rifles. AI does not provide this service and I am not aware of anybody in the US providing such a service for AI rifles. It is my understanding that this service is only...
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    Hog Saddle setup with Chronograph

    Hi, Hog Saddle comes in very handy when I chronograph. My 100 yard range is uphill so I'm shooting toward wilderness and away from neighbors. I can get some reasonable groups when sitting.
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    First Shot with AI Arctic Warfare

    Folks, My first 5 rounds EVER with my new AIAW. I was standing using my Hog Saddle shooting out my home office window. 30P-1 supressor. Distance 40 yards (because I was sighting in). 1st shot - 1.5 mils low from orange dot. Used reticle to correct elevation. 2nd shot - Adjusted 1.5...
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    Over the top customer service from Mile High

    All, Dianne, one of the owners from Mile High Shooting, called me to resolve an issue I'm having with my new rifle. Since the AW magazines are not in stock, she was willing to overnight two of her personal magazines to me to help diagnose the issue. I declined the kind offer since my...
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    Feeding problems with AI Arctic Warfare

    Hello, I have a new AI Arctic Warfare (left hand) that is jamming quite a bit. Every 20 rounds or so, the tip of the cartridge jams against the intersection of the barrel and receiver as shown in the attached photos. Cartridges are Lapua brass, Sierra 175 SMK, COAL 2.820. I played with the...
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    Suppressors Suppressed AR-15 made more tolerable for left hander

    Hi, Being a left handed shooter I was pretty disappointed with all the gas and grit that was getting blown into my face when shooting my AR-15 suppressed. But when I installed my brass catcher I found out it blocks most of the gas coming from the chamber. It's a good stopgap until I get a...
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    Annealed brass compared with new brass

    Folks, Prior to taking the plunge on an annealing machine, I've been experimenting with some 750 degree Tempilaq and 7x fired Lapua .308 brass. After annealing the brass with Tempilag applied INSIDE the case neck (rotating in the torch flame), I've noticed that it is nowhere near as soft as...
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    Rifle Scopes Schmidt Bender Scope on left hand rifle

    Hi, I understand that the rheostats on SB scope can interfere with the bolt on a left hand rifle. Does anybody have a picture so I can see how bad it is? I have a left hand Arctic Warfare on order and am concerned that I might have problems if I go the SB route. I imagine the problem would...
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    Jacob's hand position on AW chassis

    Hi, While watching a couple of videos of Jacob (Straight back behind the rifle & Recoil management/comfort) I noticed that he really gets his hand high on the AW chassis pistol grip to the point that his middle finger is bent down because the trigger guard is in the way. Is there a reason for...
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    Gunsmithing Rem 700 firing pin keeps breaking

    Hi, I dry fire on a regular basis and the tips break off my Remington 700 firing pins (about every 4-5 thousand dry fires is my estimate). This happened with the factory pin and two replacement pins I purchased from Pacific Tool and Gauge. Is this normal? I don't see any obstructions...
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    Gunsmithing Coned bolt face - advantages and disadvantages

    Hi, Should a coned bolt face be a consideration for a tactical rifle? Regards, Ed
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    Vibratory case cleaner bit the dust - need advice

    Folks, My old Midway case cleaner model 6029 bit the dust. It was a pretty big unit some I'm looking at the Dillon CV 2001. Has anybody used the Dillon? Should I look somewhere else? Thanks, Ed
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    Gunsmithing Feeding problem with Badger M5 trigger guard

    Hi, I'm having an occasional feeding problem with the Badger M5 setup. I installed it using the pillars supplied with the kit. The rifle is a .308 chambered with a Palma reamer. Receiver is a factory Remington 700 Left Handed short action. Brass is brand new Lapua. Bullets are 155 scenars...