What else do I need?

[Clamber]

Hey guys, last month I got my first bolt-action rifle and I got just the basics. So far I have:

Remington 700 SPS Tactical AAC-SD
SWFA SS10x Scope
EGW Base
Burris XTR Rings
Harris Bipod
Eagle Stock Pack
300x FGMM and SW Ammo
Shooting Mat
Cleaning Supplies

So I now need to decide what to get next. I have about $200 at the moment and there's a few things I want, but first I need to get the things that I absolutely need.

My question is, what more should I get? I'm not made of money so I only want to get stuff that I really need.

The only thing I can think of that I need is a Mil-Dot Master so I'll order one, but I'm sure you guys could recommend some more things.

Thanks.

 

[km71107]

Re: What else do I need?

Start looking for loading equipment if you don't already reload.

 

[Aqua Mark]

Re: What else do I need?

Storm Tactical or Impact Data Book

More Ammo

Someone to watch you shoot and make corrections so you don't have muscle memory of bad habits...

Bore guide and teflon coated dewey rod or similar with jags

If you are in So Utah, I can help you mount the base, the REM receiver isn't going to be flat/true and the base should be shimmed or bedded.

Thats all I can think of at the moment. You are off to a good start.

 

[kirkstick]

Re: What else do I need?

Maybe a log book and a sling?

 

[Redmanss]

Re: What else do I need?

Another on the data book. A hard copy history of the rifle will be very valuable to you in the future.

 

[k2peaker]

Re: What else do I need?

A subscription to the Hide's training series?

I personally would add a Laser RangeFinder on the list at some point, maybe a Kestrel as well. You can certainly live w/o them for awhile.
But, the reloading's an important step as well. I doubt $200 will get you reloading.

 

[TimK]

Re: What else do I need?

You need some way to determine range unless you only shoot at KD ranges. I used a handheld GPS until I could afford a LRF. Cumbersome, but effective. You also need dope, so you need ballistic software of some sort.

 

[PittsDriver]

Re: What else do I need?

Good eye and hearing protection.

RT

BTW: How did she shoot for you Clamber?

 

[LoneWolfUSMC]

Re: What else do I need?

Databook and Electronic Ears.

 

[Maelstrom]

Re: What else do I need?

Eye and ear pro, milldot master and fdac,sling, reloading equipment then a subscription to the hide online training

 

[Clamber]

Re: What else do I need?

I'm going to order a FDAC and Mildot-Master.


What does the SH online training consist of?

So I buy a subscription and it gives me access to these?:
http://www.snipershide.com/category/snipers-hide-online-training/

I'll get a range finder and wind meter sometime, but I can't afford them right now. And reloading equipment is going to be purchased in Spring.

Thanks