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Shooting accesories.

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#1
Ill be getting a .308 rifle soon, most likely a R 700 in a B&C A2 stock.

Im just wondering what the necessary accessories are.

I know I for sure want one of those stock packs that strap onto the buttstock. Any recommendations for those?

Also Ill need a good case that also doubles as a good shooting mat. Recommendations?

Anything else I should get?
 
#3
Re: Shooting accesories.

Also dont forget to get yourself a round count book and a data book.

I am partial to a good supplier LOL!!

Good luck with the new stick!!
 
#4
Re: Shooting accesories.

- Shooting glasses
- Electronic Ear muffs. Peltor tactical are good
- Cleaning rod
- Bore Guide
- Atlas bipod
- Data book
- Kestrel wind meter
- Laser Range Finder

Check out the eagle gear in regards to a drag bag and a matt.
 
#5
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Chickeneye</div><div class="ubbcode-body">i personally like this eagle combo mat/case. but there are a number of other good options as well.
http://www.triadtactical.com/Eagle-DB-BS.html

look into a bipod, sling and maybe an ammo wallet of some kind if you are going to be carrying it around. a data book/somewhere to keep your dope.

and plenty of ammo to shoot!</div></div>

That mat/case looks just like what I was wanting, thanks!

Ill be getting a bipod for sure and maybe a sling.


<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: NOMAD</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Also dont forget to get yourself a round count book and a data book.

I am partial to a good supplier LOL!!

Good luck with the new stick!!</div></div>

Haha, Ill get a data book even though Im not particularly sure how to use it. But Ill learn.

Thanks!

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: vman</div><div class="ubbcode-body">- Shooting glasses
- Electronic Ear muffs. Peltor tactical are good
- Cleaning rod
- Bore Guide
- Atlas bipod
- Data book
- Kestrel wind meter
- Laser Range Finder

Check out the eagle gear in regards to a drag bag and a matt.</div></div>

Yeah, glasses and muffs will be on my list as well.

Cleaning rod/bore guide, anything else a .308 bolt gun needs for cleaning?

Ill have to find the funds for the meter and range finder once I start shooting longer distances.

Thanks.


Also, is there a good online precision shooting/sniper store that I should know about?
 
#7
Re: Shooting accesories.

Clamber get yourself the following for cleaning

- Lucas bore guide. These are custom made items so you need to tell the man your specs and he will build on for you. Best guide money and get and not over priced.
- Dewey cleaning rod. www.sinclairsintl.com
- get a jag and brush for the cleaning rod
- sweets 7.62
- Rem-oil

No need to go bezerk on a barrel break in regime or cleaning for that matter. But its good to have all of this gear to give her a clean from time to time. Bore guide is very important to keeping a precision rifle precise.

I also agree with the above statement. Good glass is a pleasure to have
 
#8
Re: Shooting accesories.

A bore guide is often the most overlooked piece of equipment, and really a must have. As previously pointed out, Lucas is the best there is; IIRC they run about $40 with the insert.
 
#10
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I will help teach you how to effectively use a data book. I have a article coming out, we have a set of directions you can download from our site as well as a ton of easily printable targets.

In addation if you need good eyewear I have a discount code good for 40% off on ESS eyewear. PM me if you would like the code.
 
#11
Re: Shooting accesories.

Everyone is right on!
Data Book
Bore Guide
Rear Bag (you can make your own with a sock and some plastic pellets)
Wind Meter
Mil Dot Master (always comes in handy)

As for bags:
I have a tactical operations drag bag...i don't drag it too often but i holds my gun a enough gear to crawl into the bush and shoot some rounds, also has a mat neatly located on the underside.

I have also bought a Eberlestock Pack and its awesome, i can fit all my gear and have the option stow away my gun or many times i'll just sling it and carry it.

Check out both

 
#14
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www.impactdatabooks.com

We offer you the shooter to design and build a data book 100% way you need it!!!

Not how someone else thinks you should shoot.

If you have any questions please PM me or give us a call and I will help you figure out exactly what you need in your data book.
 
#15
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Just recently purchased an Impact Data Book and am very happy with it. I'm not new to shooting but relatively new to long range stuff and have never used a Data book before. I got the standard modular premade beginner book and am sure that it will do what I need at this point. Looking forward to the article Nomad.
 
#16
Re: Shooting accesories.

Here are some of the accesories that I would suggest:

Good optics and rings. I am not even going to make any suggestions on that since there are so many differing opinions on this subject. My only suggestion on this is buy what you like and don't get too hung up on what everyone else says.
This takes care of your stock pack and rear bag in one package, I really like mine and they have them in stock now. I think they are made by Eagle Industries for SKD Tactical, but not sure - SKD B.A.L.S. Mk 2
This is the best shooting mat/gun case that I have found, pricey but very well thought out and very high quality. Buy Once, Cry Once, that is my motto -
Eagle Industries Hybrid Sniper Rifle Case
+1 on the Impact Data Book, Don't have one but plan to get one. Checked out the Impact Data Books after reading up on them on this site and am really impressed. Looking to get the pocket because smaller is better, right?
wink.gif

Something to hold ammo, I like 8541 Tactical's Ammo burrito and while your at it get one of their data book covers. You can get it here. Or if you want a plastic box for ammo, this is a good choice and they are on sale right now.
Electronic Muffs - I like my MSA/Sordin Supreme Pro-X 's but in hindsight wish I had got the Neckband versions, easier to wear a hat. The silicon rings are a good upgrade, more comfy around the ears.
Eye Protection is must but I wear glasses anyway so I am pretty much covered all the time on that. If you wear glasses it is always a good idea to get a dedicated set of prescription glasses for shooting.
Kestrel Wind meter. You can also get one from Triad Tactical
Laser range finder.
+1 on Dewey rod but also look at one of these. Good for range use when you dont want to carry a one piece rod. Not as sturdy as a one peice but nice and compact.
Cleaning Jags - These are the ones that I like - Montana X-Treme Patch Grabber Rifle Cleaning Jag 30 Caliber
Bore Guide is a must. Didn't know about the Lucas bore guides so I may have to get a couple, learn something new every day.
Good bore cleaning solvent, I REALLY like the Sharp Shoot R Products. Best bore cleaner I have found yet.
Other misc. cleaning stuff like a good CLP, toothbush (the G.I. ones are the best), a good gun grease, Etc.
If you want something to carry your cleaning gear, Then check out one of these. I like mine to keep my cleaning stuff in and it gives me a mat (although kind of a small one) to work on.
The one thing that I have not seen anyone else mention yet is good <span style="text-decoration: underline"><span style="font-weight: bold">GUN</span></span> screwdriver set. In my opionion this is a absolute must to have and have it in your range bag at all time. Nothing I have found can ruin a day at the range faster than a loose screw and no way to tighten it. Then if you do not use one made for firearms, you end up buggering the screw head (That is one thing that I find really aggravating, I don't baby my guns, but I hate buggered screw heads). Additionally if anyone else on the range has a problem and is unprepared, then you can be a real hero by saving their day at the range. It is amazing the people you can meet that way. Check out the offerings from Brownells on that one.
Range Bag to carry all this crap, if you are not looking for any thing that is Tacticool then this is a good one. Large enough to carry anything that you need and very good quality. If you are looking for one that is Tacticool then get in touch with U.S. Grunt Gear. His stuff is top notch Kit. Again, Buy Once, Cry Once.

This is my suggested list of stuff to get. I have dealt with all of these vendors and so far my experience with them has been Top-Notch, but a caveat to that is that I have never had to return anything to them, so I don't know how good they are in that respect, but I have heard nothing but good about them. The problem with asking about accesory advice is that you find that the accesories can add up real quick, especially when buying top quality gear, but my experience has been buy the best quality for what your needs are. Wait and save for it if you have to. Almost every time I have sacrificed quality for expediency, I have ended up regreting it and eventually spent my money on the top quality stuff anyway.




 
#17
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I don't see a set or binoculars or spotting scope listed. I would buy a good pair of binoculars first. You will use them for more than just shooting. I don't own a pair with a reticle in them but I have to admit it would be nice,especially when giving adjustments to another shooter you are spotting for. A spotting scope is not as versatile, but still nice to have.
 
#19
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Chickeneye</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
and plenty of ammo to shoot! </div></div>
i did right in the first reply
wink.gif
 
#20
Re: Shooting accesories.

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Craven Morehead</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Here are some of the accesories that I would suggest:

Good optics and rings. I am not even going to make any suggestions on that since there are so many differing opinions on this subject. My only suggestion on this is buy what you like and don't get too hung up on what everyone else says.
This takes care of your stock pack and rear bag in one package, I really like mine and they have them in stock now. I think they are made by Eagle Industries for SKD Tactical, but not sure - SKD B.A.L.S. Mk 2
This is the best shooting mat/gun case that I have found, pricey but very well thought out and very high quality. Buy Once, Cry Once, that is my motto -
Eagle Industries Hybrid Sniper Rifle Case
+1 on the Impact Data Book, Don't have one but plan to get one. Checked out the Impact Data Books after reading up on them on this site and am really impressed. Looking to get the pocket because smaller is better, right?
wink.gif

Something to hold ammo, I like 8541 Tactical's Ammo burrito and while your at it get one of their data book covers. You can get it here. Or if you want a plastic box for ammo, this is a good choice and they are on sale right now.
Electronic Muffs - I like my MSA/Sordin Supreme Pro-X 's but in hindsight wish I had got the Neckband versions, easier to wear a hat. The silicon rings are a good upgrade, more comfy around the ears.
Eye Protection is must but I wear glasses anyway so I am pretty much covered all the time on that. If you wear glasses it is always a good idea to get a dedicated set of prescription glasses for shooting.
Kestrel Wind meter. You can also get one from Triad Tactical
Laser range finder.
+1 on Dewey rod but also look at one of these. Good for range use when you dont want to carry a one piece rod. Not as sturdy as a one peice but nice and compact.
Cleaning Jags - These are the ones that I like - Montana X-Treme Patch Grabber Rifle Cleaning Jag 30 Caliber
Bore Guide is a must. Didn't know about the Lucas bore guides so I may have to get a couple, learn something new every day.
Good bore cleaning solvent, I REALLY like the Sharp Shoot R Products. Best bore cleaner I have found yet.
Other misc. cleaning stuff like a good CLP, toothbush (the G.I. ones are the best), a good gun grease, Etc.
If you want something to carry your cleaning gear, Then check out one of these. I like mine to keep my cleaning stuff in and it gives me a mat (although kind of a small one) to work on.
The one thing that I have not seen anyone else mention yet is good <span style="text-decoration: underline"><span style="font-weight: bold">GUN</span></span> screwdriver set. In my opionion this is a absolute must to have and have it in your range bag at all time. Nothing I have found can ruin a day at the range faster than a loose screw and no way to tighten it. Then if you do not use one made for firearms, you end up buggering the screw head (That is one thing that I find really aggravating, I don't baby my guns, but I hate buggered screw heads). Additionally if anyone else on the range has a problem and is unprepared, then you can be a real hero by saving their day at the range. It is amazing the people you can meet that way. Check out the offerings from Brownells on that one.
Range Bag to carry all this crap, if you are not looking for any thing that is Tacticool then this is a good one. Large enough to carry anything that you need and very good quality. If you are looking for one that is Tacticool then get in touch with U.S. Grunt Gear. His stuff is top notch Kit. Again, Buy Once, Cry Once.

This is my suggested list of stuff to get. I have dealt with all of these vendors and so far my experience with them has been Top-Notch, but a caveat to that is that I have never had to return anything to them, so I don't know how good they are in that respect, but I have heard nothing but good about them. The problem with asking about accesory advice is that you find that the accesories can add up real quick, especially when buying top quality gear, but my experience has been buy the best quality for what your needs are. Wait and save for it if you have to. Almost every time I have sacrificed quality for expediency, I have ended up regreting it and eventually spent my money on the top quality stuff anyway.




</div></div>


Thanks a lot, pal. Im going to look into all of those.

After the rifle, stock, scope, rings, mount, and bipod I have about $500. I need to figure out how to prioritize the accessories I need to get.

Cleaning stuff will be a must immediately, and some earmuffs and glasses. But after that Im not sure what to buy!

Thanks again fellas.
 
#24
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all the trinkets in the world gain you little till you take a good class that will teach you(if you are teachable) how to drive the rifle....invest in a good rifle class....THEN you will know what else to piss away your money on.....
 
#25
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: BOLTRIPPER</div><div class="ubbcode-body">all the trinkets in the world gain you little till you take a good class that will teach you(if you are teachable) how to drive the rifle....invest in a good rifle class....THEN you will know what else to piss away your money on..... </div></div>

Got any recommendations?
 
#26
Re: Shooting accesories.

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: BOLTRIPPER</div><div class="ubbcode-body">all the trinkets in the world gain you little till you take a good class that will teach you(if you are teachable) how to drive the rifle....invest in a good rifle class....THEN you will know what else to piss away your money on..... </div></div>

And I agree completely with what you are saying. The best investment would be learning how to shoot from a good instructor/class. With that being said, most of the classes that I have attended have expected you to bring more than a rifle and ammo. Let me post what a applseed shoot suggests that you bring to one of their shoots:

From Appleseedinfo.org
Not everything listed here is necessary. This list was compiled from the experience of those who have attended an Appleseed. It includes those things that did or would have made their experience more enjoyable. Remember that you need to bring whatever it takes to learn to shoot better.

Personal items
•A teachable attitude (most important thing) **
•Ear protection Muffs and plugs **
•Eye protection **
•Elbow pads or shooting Jacket
•Ground cover (Rug remnant will work)
•A hat
•Little notebook (those little 2.5 X 3.5 work well)
•Pen
•Sun Screen
•Lots of water (Must stay hydrated)
•Light Lunch
•Snacks
•Folding Chair (not necessary but nice)
•Wet wipes
•Bug spray
•Aspirin or Ibuprofen
•Necessary clothing for any kind of weather
** Very important things

Rifle specific preparations
•Rifle preferably zeroed for 25 meters
•400+ rounds of the same type and brand of ammo
•Sight adjustment tools
•GI style web Sling (as seen here at the The Appleseed Store)
•Two mags. 10 rds. each. Bring extra mags. if you have them. 20rds works well if State law allows
•Gun cleaning supplies and lube
•Instructions for your rifle (if you have them)
•Know your rifle
•Something to cover your rifle to keep blowing sand or rain off it.
•Staple gun
•Staples
•Know the laws of the State you are going to and only bring that which is within the law
•Back-up rifle (if you have one)

Now a Appleseed shoot is (IMO) the lower, or beginning end of shooting training (Not that it is bad traning), at least as far as cost is concerned. I am not exactly sure what some of the more high end (High Cost??) training courses require you to bring for a precision rifle class, but my experience with the precision rifle classes I have taken is the pretty much the list of gear that I suggested above, I'm Just Sayin'.
 
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