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    Rifle Scopes NF 2.5-10x24 vs. NXS 1-8 x24 Eye Box and eye relief.

    For guys that have experience with both. I have a NF 2.5-10x24. I love the optic but the eye box is pretty tight. I'm about to purchase a 1-6 or 1-8. My top contenders are the Vortex HD-E, NF 1-8, and Vortex Voodoo. Opinions are welcome on any. My budget is under $1800. My biggest...
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    Gunsmithing Barrel Contour question

    Guys, I have a Defiance Stryker Ridge SA (260) with a Bartlein Med Palma contour barreled action. It's currently in a KRG X-Ray but Im trying to get ahold of a Manners EH series. I'm using a Seekins 20 MOA rail and a NF with 50mm objective. If I order a stock from Manners should I be...
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    Hunting & Fishing Sleeping bag temp rating question

    Guys, I'm going on my first elk hunt in October. Most likely unit 75 in Colorado near Silverton. Average temps are from 20-50. I currently have a Golite 20 degree bag that's in great shape but it was manufactured in approx 2005. I will be using an inflatable sleep pad and will probably...
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    Hunting & Fishing Upgrading from Monarch 5's Binos.

    I posted this in another thread but haven't gotten many responses. Unless someone tells me they're over rated I'm probably going to get the Vortex Razor HD's this week. I'm looking to upgrade from my Nikon Monarch 5's. I currently have the 10x42 model. I'm looking at the Vortex Razor HD's...
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    Upgrading from Nikon Monarch 5 10x42 binos.

    I'm looking to upgrade from my Nikon Monarch 5's. I currently have the 10x42 model. I'm looking at the Vortex Razor HD's 10x42 or possibly 8x42. Do you think I'll see a noticeable difference in these in real world applications? Kinda hard to tell at the store. I'm also considering the Zeiss...
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    Rifle Scopes SFP question

    I have a NF NXS 3-15x50 MIL/MIL. I know that in order to range or use the reticle for holds it is optimal to have it on max power setting. My question is, can I dial holds at any magnification or do I need to be on the highest magnification in order to get the most accurate come up? For...
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    Hunting & Fishing Bino's on tripod question

    Guys, I'm headed on my first elk hunt/first western hunt/first backpack hunt this October. I'm headed to Silverton Colorado with 3 friends and we're doing an unguided hunt during the second rifle season. I'm really looking forward to this and have been preparing all year. Getting all the...
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    Rifle Scopes Belgium Browning BAR 30-06…What glass?

    Looking for suggestions/opinions on scoping my Belgium Browning BAR 30-06 grade II. I'm thinking about an NF NXS 2.5-10x32 MIL/MIL. I'm not exactly sure how it will mount though. It currently has Weaver bases but I was wondering if I can switch them to a picitanny style base? Considering a...
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    Steyr SSG PII value

    Guys just wanted to see what one of these would fetch? I'm working a possible trade. The Steyr has the Hensoldt 10x. Chambered in .308 What do you think bottom dollar is on one of these rifles in 90% condition? I did a little searching and have pulled up a lot or random info. Thanks in...
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    Where has the .260 Rem brass gone?

    Finally pulled the trigger and got Mark at SAC to build me a .260. Earlier in the year when I put the order in, both Southwest and Copper Creek had .260 ammo for around $30 a box. Now all of the Rem brass is gone and Lapua is all that's available. I don't currently reload so I was pumped to...
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    Knights Armament Bullet Flight App Question

    Alright guys I have the Knights Armament Bullet FLight App for my phone. I was plugging in some numbers for my 300WM. I have a 23" barrel and shooting 190gr SMK from Southwest Ammunition I estimate I'm getting around 2850 fps. My optic is a S&B 5-25. On the App, under options I've selected...