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    Rifle Scopes Scope for 338 Lapua

    I have a vortex viper pst 6-24 FFP on my savage 338 lm. It will get you well past 1600 yards with a 30 moa base. It's clear, and has been great so far. Fits your budget too, leaving you room for base/rings.
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    Barefoot shoes

    Re: Barefoot shoes <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: HispanicPanic</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> I do not reccomend running on concrete with vibrams. BUt there is a product that gives you the best of both worlds... http://www.altrazerodrop.com/...
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    savage fcp 338 lapua - observations

    Re: savage fcp 338 lapua - observations i agree...the trail riding here is awesome! when i moved here, i bought a ktm 300 and have had a blast.
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    savage fcp 338 lapua - observations

    Re: savage fcp 338 lapua - observations <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: frankythefly</div><div class="ubbcode-body">How hard is it to use the Lee pocket press with the .338 Lapua cases? I have you tried a body die or full length resize yet? Nice...
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    savage fcp 338 lapua - observations

    Re: savage fcp 338 lapua - observations <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Newtrick</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Nice shootin'! And on an affordable budget. This is a little off topic, but is that Cedar Mountain in the distance? </div></div> good...
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    savage fcp 338 lapua - observations

    Re: savage fcp 338 lapua - observations thx. now i need to pick up a case trimmer before i can proceed. looking at the le wilson. the cases have grown by .15 over 3 firings.
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    savage fcp 338 lapua - observations

    my goal was, and still is being able to do the mile shot in an affordable-ish way. i went with a savage fcp 338 lapua. i scoped it with a vortex viper pst 6-24 mrad. i put it on a murphy precision 30 moa rail and seekins low rings. all on the advice i received here. I'm new to long range...
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    reloading for 338 lapua

    Re: reloading for 338 lapua jim, i appreciate your response, and will begin to read up on existing information. i will say that it is a bit overwhelming but you are right...i have some homework to do. i will email you, and thank you for your response.
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    Rifle Scopes savage 338 lapua & vortex viper PST - Update

    Re: savage 338 lapua & vortex viper PST - Update not bad at all. i fired 20 rounds the first outing, and the weight of the rifle in combination with the muzzle break really tame it down. i will say this...the recoil is definitely lighter than my lightweight savage 30.06 that i hunt with...
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    reloading for 338 lapua

    hello, I'm looking for some advice on reloading for 338 lapua. i currently only reload for 45 acp, and have a lee pro 1000 and a handheld lee press. I'm looking for a solid, but affordable single stage press & dies. I have been looking at the RCBS gear. Regarding the dies, I see that there...
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    Rifle Scopes savage 338 lapua & vortex viper PST - Update

    just wanted to give a quick update... you all helped me make the decision on scope, base & rings so i wanted to follow up with the results. i ended up going with the viper pst, even though the night force nix was heavily recommended. my thought process on this was to save the extra funds for...
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    Rifle Scopes how tight? - base & rings

    Re: how tight? - base & rings i read the badger link. thx. didn't realize it was manufacturer specific. ill call murphys and seekins.
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    Rifle Scopes how tight? - base & rings

    rifle is savage 338 lapua fcp hs. my vortex viper pst 6-24x50 ffp showed up today along with low seekins rings (thx primary arms). i ordered a murphy precision 30 moa base on sunday. in speaking with murphy precision, the base would ship tuesday, so it should be here within a few days...
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    Rifle Scopes Current wait times on a Vortex PST?

    Re: Current wait times on a Vortex PST? i ordered a vortex viper pst 6-24x50 mrad ffp from primary arms on sunday, and it shipped monday. it looks like they are still in stock https://www.primaryarms.com/Vortex_Viper_PST_624x50_FFP_EBR1_MRAD_Retic_p/pst-624f1-m.htm
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    Rifle Scopes will this scope/ring/base setup clear the barrel?

    Re: will this scope/ring/base setup clear the barrel? thanks for the replies. if i do end up with clearance problems, i'll swap the rings for some mediums. i ordered the setup above, and it'll be close.
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    Rifle Scopes will this scope/ring/base setup clear the barrel?

    Savage FCP HS 338 Lapua Mag Murphy Precision 30 MOA base Seekins 30mm Low Rings Vortex Viper PST 6-24x50 My measurements using online info says the following: base = front height .410" rings = center height .82" scope = outside bell 2.26" so... .410+.82 = 1.23" 2.26/2 = 1.13" should fit...
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    Rifle Scopes got the cash, help me pick a scope for my 338 lm

    Re: got the cash, help me pick a scope for my 338 lm alright. i decided to go with the vortex viper pst 6-24x50 mrad. i realize that it isn't the best optic on the list. i did it to get me started, and to focus on ammo. found it in stock at primary arms. i plan on ordering 100 rounds...
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    Rifle Scopes got the cash, help me pick a scope for my 338 lm

    Re: got the cash, help me pick a scope for my 338 lm thanks for all of the recommendations and reasons behind them. problem is, i live in a rural area a few hours away from any scope store...so i haven't had the ability to look through different models. makes it a hard decision. also, i...
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    Rifle Scopes got the cash, help me pick a scope for my 338 lm

    ok...so I'm new to this and am looking for your advice. any input would be appreciated. i bought a savage .338 lapua mag (the HS version), and need to scope it. i have exactly $2000 to spend, but am not sure i want to burn it all on a scope. the options that i am aware of range from the...
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    what base on savage 338 lapua HS model?

    i recently picked up a savage 338 lapua with the hs precision stock. in looking at the stock egw base, it appears to be 0moa. is this true? the battery in my digital calipers is dead, but it really looks like a 0moa base. if so, do i need to put a 20 moa base on it? what brand is...