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  1. Drifter™

    Berger BC Change

    From the Berger website: "Prior to 2008, all of Berger Bullets’ BC’s were calculated using a computer prediction. Early in 2009, we began measuring BC’s with live fire testing. As a result, Berger’s BC’s were updated and G7 BC’s were also made available. This represented a dramatic...
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    powder used in Hornady 6mm Creedmoor factory loads ?

    It's definitely not Superformance powder. The data on Hornady's website has me wondering if it might be RL-17, but I don't have any onhand for comparison. http://www.hornady.com/support/downloads/load-data
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    powder used in Hornady 6mm Creedmoor factory loads ?

    Anyone know what powder Hornady uses in their 6mm Creedmoor factory loads? My scales indicate 40.3gr for the 108 ELD-M, and 41.3 for the 103 ELD-X. Velocity from my 22" barrel is ~2925 and 2975 fps respectively (which might increase as barrel breaks in). Powder does not appear to be H4350...
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    **6 Creedmoor**

    Perhaps old news, but Hornady has posted data on their website that apparently didn't make the latest manual. Check link below for 6mm Creedmoor data for 103gr ELD-X and 108gr ELD Match: http://www.hornady.com/support/downloads/load-data
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    Rifle Scopes Best power for small game 100 yards or less 10x or 6x

    Just be aware that the target dot reticle in the Comp Hunter scope is very thin, so it's quite faint in appearance, thus difficult to see in many terrains. It's why I got rid of mine (though I would consider another with a different reticle). I switched to the SWFA 6x, as its reticle works...
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    Rifle Scopes Best power for small game 100 yards or less 10x or 6x

    The Leupold FX-3 Competition Hunter 6x42mm is a good scope with adjustable objective. Weight is 15 oz. But I would recommend against the target dot reticle for hunting. I think other reticles are available through the custom shop...
  7. Drifter™

    Rifle Scopes Best power for small game 100 yards or less 10x or 6x

    I use the SWFA 6x on a 22 rimfire. Don't think I'd want more power in a fixed scope for hunting inside 100 yards.
  8. Drifter™

    Rifle Scopes EoTech? What next?

    If you like that style of sight, the Vortex AMG UH-1 might be worth consideration: http://www.vortexoptics.com/product/razor_amg_uh-1_red_dot
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    Rifle Scopes Low Power Varible Optic on 16" Boltgun?

    FWIW, I've done a lot of eastern woods hunting with a variety of setups, and feel that 1x on the low end is unnecessary unless you're shooting at driven game (moving targets). 2.5x is fine on the low end for most rifle hunting in the woods. I dial a 2.5-10x all the way down, but when using a...
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    Rifle Scopes Low Power Varible Optic on 16" Boltgun?

    One thing I dislike about the low power variables is the lack of parallax adjustment. I want the capability of making a longish shot even with a rifle primarily suited for short range. The lack of "focus" seems more limiting than low magnification. Something like the NF 2.5-10x42 serves as a...
  11. Drifter™

    223 OCW Test Analysis Help

    You are correct. My brain was thinking ladder test for some reason.
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    223 OCW Test Analysis Help

    I would start over and: *Skip the lead sled and use sandbags instead. *Shoot from a further distance, such as 300 yards or more. *Skip the crimp die unless previous testing has shown it to be beneficial in that particular rifle with that particular load.
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    Rifle Scopes Parallax Problem - Excited then disappointed - Vortex Viper PST FFP 6-24x50mm

    After removing the scope to return, test the parallax before sending it back. If it works correctly, the problem could be in the mount as others have mentioned. And if it is, another scope of the same design might have the same problem if the same mount is used.
  14. Drifter™

    HELP!!! Cannon Safe WON'T UNLOCK!!!

    Not same brand, but I had an electronic keypad fail on a gun safe with the door locked shut. Got a replacement keypad, used my old code, and it worked. Since then, I bought an extra keypad for ~$30 as a backup in case it ever happens again. What I don't remember was whether I spoke with only...
  15. Drifter™

    Rifle Scopes Short Sunshade for Bushnell DMR/ERS?

    FWIW, cutting a sunshade is easy to do. A Butler Creek cap will hide any imperfections.
  16. Drifter™

    Best "budget" barrel for 5.56 AR?

    18 with rifle-length gas is my preference. Criterion barrels of various lengths have served me well.
  17. Drifter™

    Rifle Scopes Scope options for Lt Tactical/Hunting 3-15x

    Bushnell is reportedly working on a slightly larger and more powerful version of the LRHS. http://www.snipershide.com/shooting/snipers-hide-rifle-scopes/265804-another-lrhs-version-bushnell-4-5x-18x-moa-too.html
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    Questions about zero consistency.

    Same for me. I believe different targets in different lighting can have a slight effect on perceived zero. For example, shooting a black dot on white paper in the shade might show a click (or two) difference versus a bright orange glow dot in the sun. The rifle and ammo perform the same, but...
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    Rifle Scopes Scope for a dedicated hunter...

    I suggest a mil (or moa) reticle with matching turrets over a ballistic reticle. With a ballistic reticle, you're either chasing it with load development, or confined to a particular load if you ever get your trajectory to match the reticle (and / or custom turret). With a mil reticle and mil...
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    Inside Scope Cap Dope Card

    I do something similar. After printing, I laminate it using tape to help resist moisture, then use double-sided tape to stick it inside the cap. After a spreadsheet is set up to print the correct size, it's easy to type in data for a different load and print a new card.
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