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    AI AX, MTU Contour Barrel

    I have a Post-14 AI AX. My current 6.5 CM barrel is a 26" Heavy Palma that is nearing the end. Considering a 26" MTU contour to replace it. Anyone running this contour? Just wondering if there are any issues regarding barrel size and the forend tube? Thanks.
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    First Active Duty female soldier to pass Army Sniper Course

    https://www.foxnews.com/us/female-soldier-graduates-armys-sniper-school-historic-first Not to be skeptical but if they didn't lower the standards and she met the same requirements as everyone else, good for her.
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    Split Necks on Lapua 6.5 CM SRP Brass

    Just noticed today a couple of split necks. Brass has eight firings and never annealed. Load is 42 gr of H4350 with 139/140 gr bullets. Using Redding Type S Full Length die with a .288 bushing. A loaded case measures .292" so not sure if that would make a difference considering the brass has...
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    Outdoorsmans Tripod Bag

    Anyone used this bag and how would you compare it to the more expensive ones out there. Pretty basic but Made in USA. There is a store local and the price seems right. Could spend more if required but also don't feel like wasting money either.
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    AT-X, ZC527,ARC M10 Rings.

    Anyone using this combo? Wondering if I need to go with high rings (1.26”). Don’t have the rifle yet. Any input is appreciated.
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    Anvil 30 Apex Conversion or Platform Adapter, TVC 33 Tripod

    I currently have the TVC 33 Tripod. For those with more experience, any difference in stability going the Apex conversion route vs the Series 3 Platform adapter with the Anvil 30. The Apex conversion costs a bit more and folds up smaller but more concerned if there is any difference stability...
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    Range Report Sierra 168 Gr TMK G7 BC

    As stated has anyone determined the G7 BC for this bullet. Nothing came up in a search. Have the G1 as listed by Sierra but nothing for the G7. Any help is appreciated.
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    Leofoto 364C compatible w/ Anvil 30 and Series3 Adapter?

    Did a search and couldn't find anything . Lots of tripod info but nothing specifically regarding the above.. Any info appreciated..
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    Shooting off a floating platform and suspended tire. Tips,advice suggestions.

    I attended a Precision Rifle Style match over the weekend which had stages utilizing a floating platform and tire suspended from a chain. Nothing to really practice with at home or at local range so trying to figure it out in the clock definitely didn't work. I know different things work for...
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    139 Scenar, HPBT vs OTM

    Anyone notice the difference between 139 HPT and OTMs? Just got some new bullets, (OTMs). The few HPBTs I have left are noticably different. The OTMs have a larger meplat and an obvious difference in profile than the HPBTs but the same prodect # on the box and same listed BC. Haven't shot the...
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    Hornady Match Grade Full Length Bushing Die, .308 Win, opinions?

    I did a search and couldn't find much regarding this particular die. I currently use a Redding Type S Match Neck Die for my AI AT but have seen the light and and will fls from now on. The only reason I ask about the Hornady is because I am currently using the Hornady full length die w/o the...
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    Targets for longer range group shooting.

    Looking for suggestions for paper targets for group shooting, gathering dope etc at ranges for 400m to 900 m. Right now just using bullseye and crosshair type tgts printed on 8.5-11 sheets of paper out to 300m. Any suggestions appreciated.
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    Hornady 6.5 cm Virgin Brass. How much case stretch?

    Is there an acceptable amount of stretching that occurs when firing virgin brass. I know there will some differences in rifles but just wondering what is acceptable before it is considered excessive.. When firing the brass for the first time out of my rifle, when measuring before and after with...
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    Hornady Headspace Gauge for 6.5 CM

    Does anyone know which size headspace gauge is compatible with the CM. Thanks.
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    Question for guys with AINA 6.5 CM Bbls.

    I have a 26" 6.5 CM barrel on my AE MKII. Shot it yesterday with 120 AMAX factory rds with good results. I checked the OAL of a 140 AMAX projectile with a Hornady OAL gauge and the OAL with the bullet touching the lands was 2.810. I didn't record the dist to the ojive but the COAL was 2.810"...
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    Gunsmithing Confirming headspace on an AI rifle

    I just installed an AINA 6.5 Creemoor barrel on my AI/AE. I used 100 ft/lbs according to the manual.Everything seems good however I don't have access to my friends go/no gauges until next week. Is there a way to check w/o the gauges. I will obviously not be firing the rifle until this is...
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    Gunsmithing Replacing barrel on AI/AE MK II, any issues?

    I am replacing the .308 20" LW barrel on my AI with a 26" Bartlien .260 barrel. I have all the tools to do it and I know it's not rocket science per say but has anyone had any issues regarding headspace etc once the barrel has been put on or was it as simple as spinning the barrel to the proper...
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    Range Report Question regarding JBM and ballistic cards using DA.

    When you are making a ballistic card using density altitude with the online vesrion of JBM,do you have to manually enter the bullet length, bc etc when using LITZ listed bullets from the bullet library or does it fill in automatically. I was under the impression it did but when I tried it still...
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    Gunsmithing Do I need a custom reamer or would a SAAMI spec chamber suffice, .260 Rem.

    I know the topic of reamers, chamber specs etc have been covered in depth but could not find any info I was looking for. My knowledge in this field is limited as I have only used issued rifles and personal rifles with factory chambers. I have a AI/AE MKII in .308 Win and want to get a barrel in...
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    Observation...Neck Sizing vs FL Sizing.

    I know it has been discussed in length here regarding the pros and cons of each. The guys that say they are seeing no change in accuracy when FL sizing I have a question. I normally just neck size for .308 using a Redding Type S Match neck die and get usually less than a thou of runout. I have...
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