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Hello all, I've got a new toy that I absolutely love. My first AR in years is my new SIG 516 Patrol: I got it with the intent of turning it into a DMR type rifle, and would love to know some ways to stretch it's legs or find out what kind of results I might expect. So far it has...

Hello all, I'm hoping to get suggestions on which ACOG would be best for use with my new Springfield M1A Scout. The Scout has an 18" barrel, and I'll be shooting FGMM 168 grain ammo. I know that none of the ACOG BDC's will be exactly right for this barrel length and ammo, but "close enough"...

I'm curious if there is a modern bolt action rifle (in .308 Win) that has adjustable iron sights. Ideally I'd like to find one with a traditional wood stock, well made, lightweight, etc. I've seen the new Ruger Gunsight but I'm not crazy about detachable magazines or the laminated stock. If...

How crucial is it that the scope be able to help with range estimation? I'm sure it depends on your intended uses so I'll tell you mine. I have a Remington 700 XCR Compact Tactical (.308 Win with 20" barrel). I'm not high speed, low drag, and I'm new to the long range shooting world. I'm not...

I recently ordered a new 1-piece bolt for my Remington 700 from Pacific Tool and Gauge. My broken bolt (see story here: http://www.snipershide.com/forum/ubbthre...791#Post2465791) is still being repaired/ replaced by Remington but I know I'll never really trust it so I ordered a spare from...

I recently got the Eagle padded scope/ crown cover in multicam for my Remington 700. I can't for the life of me remember who makes the nylon trigger guard cover that attaches to Eagle's scope cover. If anyone can help me out I'd appreciate it. Thanks in advance.

Hello all, I've been checking out all the great picture threads such as "Show us your 20 incher", etc. I see lots of USO scopes in these threads but in particular I'm hoping people can show comparison photos of the SN3 1.8-10x on rifles in both the 37 and 44mm versions. I'm trying to get a...

I thought I'd share the story of my first real prescision rifle, my new (as of September last year) Remington 700 XCR Compact Tactical in .308. It began life as this: I quickly decided the factory stock was not for me and ordered an AICS 2.0. Unfortunately I didn't have the opportunity to...

Can anyone tell me the overall length of a McMillan A3 with a 20" barreled action in it? I have an A3 on order and my 700 XCR Compact Tactical will be going in it. I'd like to find out the smallest interior dimensions I can get away with (length in particular) for buying a case. Thanks in...

I came across this letter yesterday at work and thought you guys would enjoy it. I'm hoping that I'm not the only one that thinks it's a bit humorous but time will tell. I have a feeling that fellow LEO's will especially get a kick out of it since we deal with these kinds of folks so often (as...

Well, I've had a bad case of the wants for a Remington 700 for a long time now. I ended up going with the 700 XCR (Extreme Conditions Rifle) Compact Tactical. For those not too familiar with this rifle, it is outwardly very similar to the Remington 700P LTR. I bought it in .308 Winchester...

Howdy all, I'm trying to buy some good factory match ammo for my new 308. I'm going to try and stick with 175 (or similar) grain, and ideally I'd like the bullets to be decent for either target or hunting. From the advice of members on this board I'm going to try ammo from several...

I bought a new Remington 700 XCR Compact Tactical. I'm leaving it in the factory Bell and Carlson stock for the forseable future. My question is would it be bad to remove the stock everytime I go to the range? My primary form of transportation is a motorcycle and I could find a bag to fit my...

I'm about to pull the trigger on a NF NXS 2.5-10x32 for my new bolt gun (700 XCR Compact Tactical). I just have a few quick questions about which options to get on it. 1. I believe the reticle can be changed at a later date. Is this also true of the turrets? In other words, could I start...

Hello all, to begin with, sorry for yet another "help me decide" thread. Before I get too jumped on, I've perused all the stickied threads on related subjects and can't find what I'm looking for. Here is what I'd like to know; Which match grade commercial .308 ammo would be best for my rifle...

What is the downside of alluminum rings and rails/ bases? They are corrosion proof, lightweight, and with companies like Badger, they appear to be bomp-proof as well. I understand that steel is stronger, but has anyone ever heard of durability problems with alloy rails and rings from Badger...

Howdy all, I'm interested in getting into some long(er) distance rifle shooting and I'm in need of a little advice about gear. My intended uses are punching holes in paper at out to 600 meters, and possibly hunting later on down the road (I'm not a hunter as of now). I've decided on .308...

Howdy all, I was sort of intent on getting a 700 LTR for my new 100-800 meter toy (and only long gun other than my Colt carbine). I know I'm wanting a 308, which sort of limits my choices when it comes to Remington 700's. Recently I came across the 700 SPS and couldn't help but notice that I...

I'm getting a new bolt gun in the near future and looking into the scope and rings to match. I'm pretty sure I'll be getting a Remington 700 (most likely LTR or SPS), definitely in 308 Winchester. I'd like to get either Badger base and rings or LaRue base and rings. I've always been a huge...