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  1. HunterH

    Firearms Savage APO in .308

    I ended up with this rifle in a trade. I no longer have a use for it, I only fired approximately 30 rounds through it the previous owner said he fired approximately 50 rounds. The rifle shoots Federal Fusion 165's very well, it has a 24 inch barrel. The pic attached is 7 rounds at 100 yards...
  2. HunterH

    Savage APO

    I have acquired an older Savage 10 APO. The butt stock is awful, will a magpul PRS fit it? Any other company’s make something I can swap out for? https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1020458962
  3. HunterH

    Rifle Scopes New scope made it today

    US Optic SN-3 5-25 from Lazy 21 (he is not a scammer from nigeria)
  4. HunterH

    First attempt at reloading went well

    All shots were done at 100 yds and shot from a gun vise to take out as much human factor as possible. I think 100 yards is too close to get a solid load in but it seems to give a good start. The next time I will back out to 300 yards and try again with the data I gathered today. These are the...
  5. HunterH

    Finally

    Ordered a leica 1600, Kestrel 4500 bluetooth, and a USO 5-25 Tpal. Now im broke for 2 years
  6. HunterH

    New to reloading

    I am using 1 time fired factory federal case, Varget and 155 grain sierra, and also bought some 155 grain hornady. Gun is a .308 with a 1-12 twist Kreiger MTU barrel. What would be a good starting point? I was told by my gunsmith since it was a 1-12 twist I should start with 155 grain...
  7. HunterH

    About to purchase a Kestrel.. need opinions

    What is the difference in the two? Is it worth the extra money? Amazon had it listed over $1000 dollars regular price. I am kind of new to this so done flame on me too hard. Thanks, Hunter http://www.triadtactical.com/Motorola-M3682-Battery.html...
  8. HunterH

    Rifle Scopes US Optics

    Been doing alot of research on here about scopes. I was looking at some other companies but USO has really got my attention. Dont know if anyone has seen this video on youtube but it's pretty neat. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=88ewpwPTA6Q&feature=related When I place my order with you guys...
  9. HunterH

    New Barrel

    Kreiger MTU contour 27 inch blank with a 1-12 twist. Shooting 175 grain .308. What length should I go with for my finished lenght?
  10. HunterH

    Krylon paint removal

    A few months ago I painted my rifle with krylon paint. I now have a new stock and getting a new barrel. Is there any product I can use on my scope to remove the tan and green paint without damaging the scope or finish? Thanks, Hunter
  11. HunterH

    Barrel upgrade

    Who makes a good barrel for the best price. Gun is a .308 in mcmillan a5 stock would like to keep the barrel 22 - 20 inches. Supressor will be added later in life. Thanks, Hunter
  12. HunterH

    Gunsmithing New stock.

    Just got my new McMillan stock. I am swapping everything over. What should the action hex head bolts be torqued to and also the small hex head bolts on the scope rings? It's a leupold mark 4 with nightforce rings. Thanks, Hunter
  13. HunterH

    Magazines

    Other than Alpha magazines who makes a good product? I have tried for 3 days to contact Alpha and left voicemails without a response. The gun is a factory Remington 700 short action with a McMillan stock and badger bottom metal. Thanks, Hunter
  14. HunterH

    Getting started on reloading need some input

    I am going to be new to reloading. Are there any good complete kits out there that when I buy them I wont need anything else? If so could someone post a link. Gonna get me a book and learn a little this week. Thanks, Hunter
  15. HunterH

    Range time

    Did some shooting pretty fast because it was HOT. Had to get another zero on my scope due to the work I had done. First 5 shot group: I dont have a Micrometer so not sure how to measure Second 4 shot group: The last 2 shots to check my Zero: Of course I had a few flyers due to...
  16. HunterH

    What is it?

    I see alot of you guys laying on what appears to be a mat. What is it and where can I get them? Dont flame on me I am new to this stuff. Thanks, Hunter
  17. HunterH

    Is it worth it?

    I have a remington 700 LTR. Will it be worth the money to have the action trued? How much should i expect to spend on that? Where would you send it to have it done?
  18. HunterH

    Got my rifle today

    Remington 700LTR with a fluted 20 inch barrel, Nightforce scope mount, Nightforce titanium rings, Harris Bi pod, Leupold Mark 4 scope 4.5 14X50. Decided to go without the lit reticle. Also have a Pelican 1750 case.
  19. HunterH

    Point me in the right direction

    I am new to the shooting world. Just purchased a Remington 700 LTR 18 inch barrel, Nightforce scope mount, Titanium rings, Leupold Mark 4 scope, and a Harris bi pod. I plan on trying out for our sniper team at work and dont plan on shooting some of the long distances you guys do. If there is...
  20. HunterH

    Im a newbie and need some opinions

    I am a Police Officer and will be trying out for our sniper team for swat. I am in the market for a .308 bolt gun that will be very accurate, no long range shooting like 1000 yards. I have been looking at Remington 700 models. Is the 5R barrel gun worth the extra money? I would like to be...