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F-Open Calibre Poll - Long Range

Last post by BillB « Sun Feb 04, 2018 10:15 am
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This topic has a poll. by AlanF » Thu Jun 25, 2015 10:34 am
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Note there are 3 polls. This one is for long ranges (over 600 yards). So if you must choose two different calibres to use at a Queens shoot, what...

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7x57 improved there are a few starting to turnup we have 3 in our club and they all shoot exceptionally well
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F-Open Calibre Poll - Short Range

Last post by Bigtravoz « Mon Sep 04, 2017 7:12 pm
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This topic has a poll. by AlanF » Thu Jun 25, 2015 10:30 am
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Note there are 3 polls. This one is for short ranges (up to 600 yards). So if you must choose two different calibres to use at a Queens shoot, what...

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243 should be fine also for short range.

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Recoil & Stock Design

Last post by DenisA « Wed Apr 06, 2016 12:50 pm
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by IanP » Sat May 31, 2014 11:14 am

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This subject interests me greatly and I'm hoping to learn something as well as contribute what I have picked up along the way. I initially struggled...

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LOL, good point Tim. All you righties will need to start shooting left handed. :lol:

What if 2 spaced apart bearings were pressed onto the barrel...
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Wed Apr 06, 2016 12:50 pm
F-Open Calibre Poll - All Round

Last post by AlanF « Thu Jun 25, 2015 2:06 pm
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This topic has a poll. by AlanF » Thu Jun 25, 2015 10:39 am

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Note there are 3 polls. This one is for all ranges from 300 to 1000yds. So if you must use a single calibre throughout a Queens shoot, what would you...

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Something I said in an earlier thread and should have included here :

Now here's something new with this poll - you can go back and change your...

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Thu Jun 25, 2015 2:06 pm
throat angle

Last post by williada « Sun Jan 20, 2019 1:25 pm
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by bruce moulds » Sat Jan 12, 2019 8:11 am
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a bit of preamble.
i have a 9.3x64 brenneke consisting of a mauser action with a lothar walther prechambered barrel fitted.
the barrel is like a...

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Hi Frank, some of what you have been describing has confirmed what I was comparing with the Bisley reamer and the 95 Palma in a dozen test barrels of...
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Sun Jan 20, 2019 1:25 pm
Nosler rdf

Last post by SunnyCoast 5r « Sun Jan 20, 2019 12:44 pm
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by Ratgun » Thu Sep 06, 2018 8:24 pm
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Has anyone had any success with the new 140grain Nosler 6.5 RDF projectiles . If so what do they like to be seated.

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Ok finally got the RDFs loaded up: preliminary results look good.
About half-MOA at 300metres.
Lapua SP brass; 42.5gn 2209, 30thou off; BR4 primers...

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Sun Jan 20, 2019 12:44 pm
Jongmans action

Last post by pjifl « Fri Jan 18, 2019 9:32 pm
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by scott/r » Fri Jan 18, 2019 12:02 pm
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Can anyone fill me in on the jongmans actions please. I came across one this morning and and it's got me thinking, but I don't know anything about...

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Quite a long time ago I was involved in fitting a peep sight to a Jongman's action shooting a 223. Although it shot fairly well (TR 223 back then) I...

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Fri Jan 18, 2019 9:32 pm
Submerging barrels in cleaning solutions

Last post by KHGS « Thu Jan 17, 2019 8:14 am
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by John23 » Sat Jan 12, 2019 7:50 pm
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Gday Everyone

After following Keith hills advice i saw on a post on here I have been successfully cleaning my barrels with nulon engine cleaner ....

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Dry patch followed by a patch with Sweets oil then one pass with a dry patch, dry chamber, ready to shoot.
Keith H.
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Thu Jan 17, 2019 8:14 am
KG CLEANING PRODUCTS IN AUSTRALIA

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by Auscoatings » Wed Jan 16, 2019 3:34 pm
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Hi to all.
I was contacted by a member asking for KG USA products. I'd like to inform the forum that as of 2014 Australasia Coatings is the importer...

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Wed Jan 16, 2019 3:34 pm
kg cleaning products

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by bruce moulds » Wed Aug 09, 2006 8:48 am
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6.5/284 barrel, approx 1600 rounds.

6' breech end rough & visibly black.

i thought i had a good cleaning regime using butches & jb, &...

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Hi to all.
I was contacted by a member asking for KG USA products. I'd like to inform the forum that as of 2014 Australasia Coatings is the importer...
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Wed Jan 16, 2019 3:14 pm
.308 F-Open/F/TR Projectiles

Last post by Tim L « Mon Jan 14, 2019 8:22 pm
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by Weairy » Sun Jan 13, 2019 7:55 pm
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Hi all,

Looking at some options for running an F-open .308 for long range (simply because we've got a spare barrel and all the gear, rather than...

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What twist is the barrel?
1:12 will run the jugs
1:11 200s to 215s
1:10 for the 230s.

I'd suggest you find out what projectiles are available, you...

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Mon Jan 14, 2019 8:22 pm
Fireforming 30-06 brass into 280 ai as promised.

Last post by GSells « Mon Jan 14, 2019 4:27 pm
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by GSells » Sun Jan 06, 2019 1:57 pm
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As promised, this was done a while ago and I’ve just taken it form my FB page . This is stage 1 .

I know there are some Closet 280 ai lovers out...

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Hey guys I appreciate the scrutiny, it’s always constructive and test the information.
Yes , if this is it Kieth ?? 30/06 brass is about 40 thou...

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Mon Jan 14, 2019 4:27 pm
How to hit the bullseye at 900 yd?

Last post by Buckshot « Sun Jan 13, 2019 4:31 pm
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by Buckshot » Mon Dec 31, 2018 5:51 am
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G'day shooters,

I visited our local rifle range for the first time a few weeks ago and had a go at the 200 yd line with my new Howa 6.5 creedmoor. I...

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Beat Hobson by a point,I Was in the lead for off rifle for first heat at 400 but zabacks got me by 0.2 at end of second heat. Smoked em by handicap...
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Sun Jan 13, 2019 4:31 pm
Sierra 110g SMK in 6mm

Last post by bobnob « Sun Jan 13, 2019 7:16 am
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by bobnob » Sun Jan 21, 2018 9:19 am
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Anyone have a clue who stocks these new bullets?

Pretty keen to give them a whirl...

Thanks.

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Well I finally did get my hands on some of the 110g SMKs. They shoot very nicely in my 243AI with 1-7” twist bbl.

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Sun Jan 13, 2019 7:16 am
Abrasive cleaners and copper fouling

Last post by ben_g « Sun Jan 13, 2019 7:05 am
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by argh » Mon Jan 07, 2019 4:55 pm
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Last year I got a new rifle/barrel and was pleasantly surprised at how little copper fouling it experienced. My old Madco barrel used to give me a...

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I’m interested to know peoples thoughts on which is the lesser evil, carbon or copper. Also if a barrel is picking up a little more copper besides...
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Sun Jan 13, 2019 7:05 am
Tikka T3 actions for F class standard

Last post by ShaneG « Fri Jan 11, 2019 4:03 pm
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by Longranger » Thu Jan 10, 2019 8:34 am
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How do these actions perform with say a 30" Bartlein custom barrel and a suitable stock?

The standard rifles are exceptional. Has anyone done...

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Brad, the barrel on that T3 is one in a 100!
I sold it early last year and watched the owner at 1000 yards at Atherton the Sunday before Xmas.
I was...

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Fri Jan 11, 2019 4:03 pm
6mm Creedmoor

Last post by flatlina « Thu Jan 10, 2019 3:30 pm
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by flatlina » Wed Jan 09, 2019 8:36 am

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Has anyone formed 6mm CM from 6.5 CM. I've done a couple with my 6BR bushing die. Also what are the go to projectiles for this one.

Regards
john

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The reason for the 6mm CM is I picked up a very cheap RPR. I will be getting some 6mm cases but while I'm waiting I was just playing around with the...

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Thu Jan 10, 2019 3:30 pm
Loads for 80 gr .223 rem help please?

Last post by GSells « Wed Jan 09, 2019 9:47 pm
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by GSells » Fri Dec 21, 2018 7:30 pm
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Hi All , I’m trying to help a fellow club mate who is about to give up long distance target shooting as he can’t get his rifle to shoot . I know...

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Just an update, I finally got the 80 gr ELD’s to shoot . Thanks all for your help . The owner is very happy! I’ve run out of 80 gr pills but next...

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Wed Jan 09, 2019 9:47 pm
Has anyone used Vihtavuori N160 in 308W

Last post by bainp « Wed Jan 09, 2019 6:07 pm

by bainp » Wed Jan 09, 2019 6:07 pm

I am looking for advice on whether I am wasting my time in trying VV N160 in 308W with heavy bullets. Bullets would be from 208 to 215g.
I have used...

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Wed Jan 09, 2019 6:07 pm
Critical barrel temperature

Last post by Peterla « Wed Jan 09, 2019 1:54 pm
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by SunnyCoast 5r » Mon Jan 07, 2019 10:01 am

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Is there actually a threshold temperature (or range) for increased barrel wear/life reduction?

I have always let the barrel cool between strings but...

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This might help

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Wed Jan 09, 2019 1:54 pm
Necking up cases and donuts

Last post by williada « Mon Jan 07, 2019 10:39 pm
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by superx10 » Mon Jan 07, 2019 4:43 pm

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Hi
I am new to tight necks and necking up cases, I have just started shooting a 284 win in F open and naturally purchased Lapua 6.5 * 284 necked...

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Richard Utting sums it up pretty well.

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Mon Jan 07, 2019 10:39 pm
6.5 Creedmore and Re16?

Last post by Buckshot « Sun Jan 06, 2019 9:52 pm
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by ShaneG » Sat Dec 22, 2018 9:04 am
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Is there anyone here who has direct experience with Reloader 16 and the 6.5 Creedmore cartridge please?
Not a lot of info about
I missed the 130...

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Just watch out for pressure of course like usual, especially around the lands. I wasted over 400 rounds till finally nutted it out. Its under the...
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Sun Jan 06, 2019 9:52 pm
Optimus HBC Projectiles

Last post by benculton « Sun Jan 06, 2019 8:01 pm
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by DannyS » Sun Jan 06, 2019 9:42 am

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Hi guys, just been weighing some Optimus HBC Projectiles for the club rifle. Wondering what sort of variation people are getting.

I had a few at...

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I had some 155gr bergers that I weighed out afterwards for shits and giggles. Only .1 of a grain difference in all of them.

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Sun Jan 06, 2019 8:01 pm
Lee Collet Die solution for 284.

Last post by Normmatzen « Sun Jan 06, 2019 9:24 am
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by Steve N » Sun Dec 23, 2018 3:19 pm
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I recently heard that a 7x57 Lee Collet die would work on a 284.win case so I got one and tried. At first it was a fraz short and would actually bump...

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I have been using LEE custom collet dies for 8 yrs or so with no problems. I use the collet die after a short body die to re-size the case and...

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Sun Jan 06, 2019 9:24 am
280 AI information Blog

Last post by GSells « Mon Dec 31, 2018 6:44 pm
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by plumbs7 » Sun Jun 11, 2017 10:04 pm
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Ok , with Great Request from heaps of people ! ..... arrrh! Well a couple of people haha! The 280 Ackley blog is up and running. It's a little early,...

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Too late , I bought a ver 3 . I’ll save up for a lab radar , they are very good . Magspeed are good on batteries and are more portable eg flying ....
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Mon Dec 31, 2018 6:44 pm
7mm - 08 Ackley Improved information Blog!

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by plumbs7 » Wed Jul 08, 2015 7:17 pm
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Hello there , I'm developing a load for 708 Ai . I'm a little stuck! 46 gr of 2209 have a a Fps of 2718 Fps. Ok sounded good . 46.8 of 2209 should...

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I really love this cal ! After nearly 1800 rounds, the lands no longer mark the projectile. And to maintain 2730 FPS with 180’s I am now at 47.1 gr...
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Fri Dec 28, 2018 11:05 pm
Benchmark 8208 / 155.5 / 308 FTR

Last post by ShaneG « Thu Dec 27, 2018 10:11 am
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by UL1700 » Fri Dec 14, 2018 4:28 pm
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So I'm going to be pulling the FTR rig out in the new year and have been hearing rumours and reading a bit about using 8208 behind the 155.5 Bergers....

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My .02C - my go to powder for 155gr in 308 has been 2206H. I feel 8208 is a tad fast in burn rate.
Any of the heavier pills such as Juggs it becomes...

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Thu Dec 27, 2018 10:11 am
300 Winmag and WSM Yes or No

Last post by AlexE « Tue Dec 25, 2018 10:55 am
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by Lee » Thu Dec 20, 2018 9:53 pm

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Ok I know some use them, but if I was to use a 300 win mag or Wsm in a comp and got a high score capable of winning said comp, :lol: could I run into...

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Ill second this. My 300wsm slinging 215s was not noticeably harder on the shoulder than my 284 Ackley was. Almost much of a muchness. Can say what...

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Tue Dec 25, 2018 10:55 am
Grains or grams?

Last post by Normmatzen « Fri Dec 21, 2018 8:48 am
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by Tim N » Mon Oct 08, 2018 12:36 pm
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What do you use?
Someone stated they use grams not grains as they loose resolution.
1gn = 0.064g
You might get 1 more decimal place with grams but...

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I use an old Ohaus TS200 for loading both my 6BRX and 284 WIN, as well as a couple other odd rifles.
I can switch between grains and grams (mg) and...

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Fri Dec 21, 2018 8:48 am
Reloader 16 & 23?

Last post by Normmatzen « Fri Dec 21, 2018 8:20 am
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by ben_g » Mon Dec 03, 2018 6:49 am
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I have a 1lb jug of the new RL16 that I’m yet to try in both my Dasher and 284win so will knownsoon enough what it’s capable of.

But has anyone...

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I started shooting my Straight 284 with 4831sc (Don't know the manufacturers number in Australia). Switched to RL-17 as I use it in my K-31 Swiss...

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Fri Dec 21, 2018 8:20 am
Caldwell fire control rest

Last post by Normmatzen « Fri Dec 21, 2018 8:10 am
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by max_1983 » Sun Dec 09, 2018 10:04 pm

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Hi all, would anyone know where you can get replacement elevation and lock knobs for the Caldwell fire control full rest. I would prefer metal rather...

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My friend from the Sydney area and I both bought these rests and we modified the internals with a cabinet makers scraper for a bearing wall for the...

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Fri Dec 21, 2018 8:10 am
Copperhead 184gr VLD

Last post by williada « Tue Dec 18, 2018 2:45 pm
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by ben_g » Sat Dec 15, 2018 8:44 pm
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With the latest small shipment of Berger’s bought in by BRT seeing 7mm pills now up to 90c ea my next order will likely be for Kens new 184gr bullet....

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Yes Ben, we are all looking forward to Ken's projectiles because we are sick of being ripped off. So called supply issues are manipulated when we...

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Tue Dec 18, 2018 2:45 pm
IBI Stainless Barrels from Cleavers

Last post by ben_g « Tue Dec 18, 2018 7:22 am
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by AlexE » Mon Dec 17, 2018 6:40 pm

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Hi Guys,

Does anyone know anything about the quality of these barrels cleavers are selling? Canadian made, apparently.

The price is right and...

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You go first and let us know !!

If they had slower twists I would like to try one on a fox shooting rig. 22BR or a 22-250AI. Who cares about barre...

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Tue Dec 18, 2018 7:22 am
scope lense shade/extension

Last post by Rebel105 « Sun Dec 16, 2018 8:19 am
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by Rebel105 » Mon Dec 10, 2018 8:55 pm

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to those that are in the know, are there any other brands of extension tubes that fit a 56mm Sightron scope? or does it need to be sightron specific?...

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Thanks Tim L & Longranger,
I have sourced one through a local supplier from Herrons. same price as Q-store.

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Sun Dec 16, 2018 8:19 am
Brass prep tasks- case volume, primer pockets et al

Last post by williada « Fri Dec 14, 2018 8:45 pm
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by Tim L » Mon Dec 10, 2018 10:31 am
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I thoight I'd pull this topic from the Alpha munitions thread due to some interesting comments.
Case volume.
As i understand it, case volume (or...

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Tim, its easy to get numbered drills to test primer efficiency. You might surprise yourself with 3mm flash hole in the large primer .308 using 46.3...

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Fri Dec 14, 2018 8:45 pm
Bell & Carlson Stocks any good...

Last post by sevenmil « Wed Nov 28, 2018 9:49 pm
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by sevenmil » Sat Sep 15, 2018 9:19 am

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I am getting a new PRS/Hunting rifle built by Matt P and looking at stock options. I saw some interesting Bell & Carlson stocks that were quite a...

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Not sure, I think Badger or some such brand - I believe B & C make stocks for various actions

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Wed Nov 28, 2018 9:49 pm
Savage 12 bolt lift.

Last post by Chris S « Sat Nov 24, 2018 1:24 pm
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by ben_g » Thu Nov 22, 2018 12:14 pm
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G’day guys.

My dad has an entry level F-open rifle built on a Model 12 Rt bolt left port. It has a Krieger 8twist chambered in 6.5x47L with the...

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Hi Ben,

Pacific Tool & Gauge sell a Savage bolt lift kit and will
happily post it to you. Comes with detailed instructions
on how to fit and...

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Sat Nov 24, 2018 1:24 pm
which would you recommend

Last post by sungazer « Thu Nov 22, 2018 4:15 pm
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by Akiwilad » Wed Nov 21, 2018 12:11 pm
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Looking at either a savage 10 Stealth evolution or a bergana BMP both in 6.5cm , looking for recommendations?
cheers!

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Theres no need to get on the bandwagon and do as everyone else does. However there is generally a good reason why a small group of barrels represent...

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Thu Nov 22, 2018 4:15 pm
swift bullet co introduces brass.

Last post by bruce moulds « Thu Nov 22, 2018 10:46 am

by bruce moulds » Thu Nov 22, 2018 10:46 am
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swift have introduced brass cases.
some of these are described in terms of being match grade, 223 and 308.
how good they are and where they are made...

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Thu Nov 22, 2018 10:46 am
Hornady ELD

Last post by SMITHTON « Thu Nov 22, 2018 9:56 am
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by Ras » Thu Nov 22, 2018 9:41 am

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Has any one tried the ELD match .223 80gr in a 1 in 8 twist as they have 1-7 on the box just bought some to replace the A Max ones that I use to use...

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Have 500 80gr A MAX, PLUS, heaps of Siera. AMAX $200 posted.

Regards Darryl Stehbens
0417072816.

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Thu Nov 22, 2018 9:56 am
Drop tube

Last post by bruce moulds « Thu Nov 22, 2018 7:44 am
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by Tim N » Thu Nov 08, 2018 6:40 am
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Just wondering what’s available
Use most likely for 308 FTR

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john,
there are plenty of battery powered vibrating devices available for compaction of powder in cases.
being seen buying an engraver is probabley...

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Thu Nov 22, 2018 7:44 am
Alpha munitions brass

Last post by BATattack « Wed Nov 21, 2018 6:52 pm
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by BATattack » Wed Mar 28, 2018 12:22 pm
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Has anyone played with Alpha Munitions brass?

Looking at some of the photos and info out there and it looks like it could be an option possibly...

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I got some 308 brass and it weighs and measures extreamly well! The best out of box brass ive seen. Even measuring case mouth diameter for...
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Wed Nov 21, 2018 6:52 pm
Big Tick for MagnetoSpeed People and Agents

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by bobped » Wed Nov 21, 2018 12:12 pm
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I just wanted to give a big tick to the MagnetoSpeed people in the USA and also to their Australian Agents - Huntsman Sales in Townsville....

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Wed Nov 21, 2018 12:12 pm
Best 6mm pills

Last post by willow « Mon Nov 19, 2018 7:02 pm
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by flatlina » Fri Nov 16, 2018 8:32 am
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I've purchased a 6mm Creedmoor and was wondering what are the projectiles of choice. Also who stocks what. Has anyone necked down 6.5 CM?

Regards...

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I have some of the old non-pointed Sierras and they're not as consistent in my experience - still a decent bullet but you probably need to sort them.

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Mon Nov 19, 2018 7:02 pm
High power scopes and NQ mirage!!

Last post by RAVEN « Wed Nov 14, 2018 3:26 pm
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by pigdog » Wed Nov 07, 2018 1:55 pm
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So I shoot with a fixed 12 power scope and am saving for a new scope slowly...My question is for those who shoot up here in Nth QLD or other places...

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I agree with most of the comment it boils down to (pardon the pun) what suit your eye sight I’m a low power at long range type a guy
maybe it’s my...
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Wed Nov 14, 2018 3:26 pm
Looking at EJ-123 scale for greater reloading accuracy. Any experience?

Last post by RAVEN « Wed Nov 14, 2018 3:09 pm
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by bad_primer » Mon Nov 12, 2018 10:49 am
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Hi everyone

Is their anyone out there with experience reloading with a EJ-123 scale from A&D?
I am looking to improve on my RCBS auto trickler...

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PM Sent

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Wed Nov 14, 2018 3:09 pm
Cleaning after firing lead projectiles

Last post by bruce moulds « Tue Nov 13, 2018 6:29 am
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by macguru » Sun Nov 11, 2018 4:40 pm
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So ... I have fired about 25 cowboy loads out of my miroku 1873 357 lever gun... trailboss smokeless powder and HRB lead slugs. I just cleaned the...

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probably more important is bullet diameter vs groove diameter.
if gas can get past the bullet it will gascut the alloy, causing the worst type of...

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Tue Nov 13, 2018 6:29 am
New Barrel

Last post by Frank Green « Mon Nov 05, 2018 12:26 am
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by BC » Wed Oct 31, 2018 8:25 pm
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Why is it important to run in a new barrel? I have done this many times but I really do not know why.
Thanks Ben

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In most calibers I tell guys by about a 100 rounds give or take a little the barrel should've settled down velocity wise.

Most ammunition makers...
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6ppc loads

Last post by admann89 « Sun Nov 04, 2018 8:39 pm
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by BATattack » Wed Oct 24, 2018 12:45 pm

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So I bought a 6ppc varmint gun and im just wondering if anyone with some experience loading for the ppc can get me off to a good start.

Id prefer...

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i have a sako 75 varnmint in 6ppc. loading 29.5 of 8208 and mag length with hornady 58gn vmaxs

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Sun Nov 04, 2018 8:39 pm
Need load dater for 147 eld m for 6.5x55

Last post by BenW « Sun Nov 04, 2018 7:49 pm
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by Barry T » Thu Nov 01, 2018 12:46 pm

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I have a 6.5x55 swed in a modern action (savage action ) , the barrel is 30 inches long , 1.029 dia and 1 in 8 twist , I am using ar2209 powder ,...

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I don't have a heavy barrel 6.5x55 (Yet) Just a tikka t3 lite and actually load 42.5 of 2209 for the accuracy, think I went up to about
44 grn's but...

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