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Nosler rubbish
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BATattack »
Mon Feb 17, 2020 7:31 pm
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So I recently purchased 200x nosler 110gr varmageddon flat base projectiles for short range work and after opening the packets I found they were VERY...
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108’s. Exciting. Can’t wait for your heavy 30 cal VLD’s as well.
Michael
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Sun Feb 23, 2020 6:25 pm
Brass prep
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Tim N »
Thu Oct 24, 2019 6:11 am
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Hi All,
Might be a good chance to lay out the procedure for any novice brass preppers.
Buy quality brass.
Weight sort brass.
Chamber neck minus 3...
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If you do get some ammo like that and get bored with it, let me know, I will come round and get it off you.
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Last post by RDavies
Sun Feb 23, 2020 10:05 am
Saum case fail
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Tim N »
Tue Feb 11, 2020 2:14 pm
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Hi All
I noticed this recently
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I can’t tell you how many firings the case has had.
There are a few...
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I keep at least two boxes of projectiles to a barrel. Load one box while using the other.
Mark with a felt pen on box. One stroke when loaded,...
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Last post by pjifl
Sat Feb 22, 2020 2:28 pm
Atlas B35-LW17 5-H Bipod
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superx10 »
Thu Feb 20, 2020 3:32 pm
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Hi
Have any FTR shooters tried the Atlas bipod Atlas B35-LW17 5-H Bipod it's their biggest one, I have tried the seb joypod but could not get it to...
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Hi
Thanks for the information.
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Last post by superx10
Sat Feb 22, 2020 9:58 am
Has anyone tried the new RCBS Matchmaster powder dispenser?
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jasmay »
Thu Feb 20, 2020 9:22 am
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RCBS last year came out with a new match master scale, it is still strain gauge technology but they are touting 1-2kernal accuracy.
Article link...
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Yep, I'm hearing you. FB_IMG_1569670694530.jpg
And it produces this accuracy TimePhoto_20191215_094841.jpg
And you get to enjoy a nice whiskey...
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Last post by scott/r
Fri Feb 21, 2020 9:20 pm
Auto Trickler Drive Belt
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wilson85 »
Fri Feb 21, 2020 9:45 am
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Hi All,
I'm in need of a couple of drive belt/O rings for my Auto Trickler. Does anyone know the size of the O Ring to buy?
Cheers
Anthony
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Hey Anthony
PM me your address and I will send you a spare one I have.
Then you will have the exact size to measure off.
I am away at the moment but...
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Last post by Julian D
Fri Feb 21, 2020 6:26 pm
Nikko Stirling Hornet ED 10-50x60
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Buckshot »
Sat Feb 08, 2020 5:57 pm
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Has anyone had a look through one of these scopes ? Talked to a couple gun shops at here and in another town and they cant tell me much as they dont...
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Got the scope on today along with the level. First time ive set a level on a scope but after looking about at trees and things at various distances...
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Last post by Buckshot
Tue Feb 18, 2020 7:12 pm
Ammo storage in the tropics
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fclass556 »
Thu Feb 13, 2020 12:20 pm
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Since moving to sunny Qld, oil has become my firearms best friend. The same can’t be said for leather / cloth accessories and powder / primers etc....
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Living in Ayr which always seems to be at the upper end of 30 with 70% + humidity.
Powder and primers are kept in an old fridge, probaly not much...
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Last post by Tim L
Sat Feb 15, 2020 9:18 pm
Barnard Ejector
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PeteFox »
Fri Feb 07, 2020 3:32 pm
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I’ve just bought a Barnard P rifle second hand. I didn’t realise that it was fitted with an ejector. Ejectors are one of my pet hates.
How would I go...
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Just remove the whole lot. No need to refit ejector minus the spring. The small open hole is not an issue.
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Last post by 6.5x55ai
Fri Feb 14, 2020 5:29 am
MagnetoSpeed Reliability
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pgcpty »
Wed Feb 12, 2020 11:09 am
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To all Magnetospeed Owners
I've been a Magnetospeed V1 owner/user for over 5 years and for the first couple of years had no issues with reliability....
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I bought a 2nd hand one that, I beleive was one of the first v3's. The original owner said that didn't have any problems with it, they were just...
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Last post by scott/r
Thu Feb 13, 2020 4:58 pm
Dry firing Barnard PE
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Gerard »
Mon Feb 10, 2020 1:06 pm
Hi Guys,
When practicing at home I dry fire my Barnard with some of those snap caps with a spring loaded primer.
However the primer in all of the...
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Last post by Gerard
Mon Feb 10, 2020 1:06 pm
Howa 1500 stock suggestions
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Lammi »
Mon Feb 03, 2020 4:51 pm
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Hi all, I was wondering if someone could point me in the right direction of an F-class style stock made for a 1400 with a bull barrel please?...
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G'day Josh,
PM sent
Cheerio Ned
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Last post by ned kelly
Fri Feb 07, 2020 8:43 am
Gehmann Di-opters
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Aussie Hunter »
Fri Jan 17, 2020 2:09 pm
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Have just received my Gehmann di-opter mod 50300 (adjustable iris) and am yet to try it out but a bit of info for others, I ordered mine from a shop...
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Looks just like the ones I had made
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Last post by Aussie Hunter
Wed Feb 05, 2020 1:59 pm
have I made a mistake?
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wsftr »
Tue Feb 04, 2020 6:34 pm
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FTR, 185s - rifle hammered cleans at 300, 600 and 1000 (less a few x's)
at the end of the queens a bit of vertical had crept in. ~1200 rounds down it...
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Thanks Rod - I appreciate the reply.
I'll push on as all the signs are there that I can tune it in as good as it has been.
One of the flags for me...
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Last post by wsftr
Wed Feb 05, 2020 10:09 am
Shooting glasses for F class
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Tim N »
Thu Jan 30, 2020 5:50 pm
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Just wondering how many people use them and what sort do you recommend?
Do you use different colours ?
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I had my Decot Revel glasses specced with 2 separate lenses, in rose/red colour for bright days and a yellow colour for overcast days. With Decot,...
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Last post by RDavies
Tue Feb 04, 2020 7:38 pm
Defective factory rounds
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scott/r »
Sun Jan 12, 2020 7:04 pm
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Hey everyone, just a heads up to run an eye over the factory rounds that are coming onto your range. We are having a few issues with some deformed...
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we had a few wini factory round that failed to fire last weekend. but its not the first time.
i had a similar thing xcal,but with a piece of metal...
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Last post by lonerider43
Thu Jan 30, 2020 7:39 pm
Reading mirage
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Mozzie »
Mon Jan 20, 2020 8:02 pm
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Everybody has an opinion, theory and helpful advise.
I’ve read a lot about it, can reasonably explain it (sort of) but sure as hell it confuses me....
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Well said Dennis , I will also back up what Dennis said . That once you go down this path , always setup the spotting scope and stick with it !...
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Last post by GSells
Sun Jan 26, 2020 8:29 am
New Shells?
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BC »
Wed Jan 22, 2020 8:06 pm
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I am going to have a new barrel put on my Barnard. I have 400 Lapua shells fired only 4 times. Do you think that I can reuse them in the new barrel...
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Don’t rework your brass more than you have to.
If the shells will fit in your new chamber, just use them
Pete
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Last post by PeteFox
Thu Jan 23, 2020 8:06 am
Loading 85-90gr .223 projectiles
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tonic4u »
Sat Jan 18, 2020 11:40 am
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Is there any who have experienced success reloading the .223 with any
of the heavier projectiles available; if so suitable recipes to share?
Thanks...
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Track down Michael Hall, not often on here but regularly frequents the Australian Reloading Talk and Trade and Australian Precision Reloading FB...
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Last post by UL1700
Mon Jan 20, 2020 6:37 pm
Can a Lee Collet die be set to bump the shoulder?
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Tim L »
Fri Jan 17, 2020 12:45 pm
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The reason for the question is that mine seem to.
I generally shoot 308 but also had a custom die made for a 6.5 SLR. I drive both pretty hard but...
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Perhaps this may be interesting.
I still have a box of 100 cases with severely turned down necks but no barrel of mine is chambered for these any...
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Last post by pjifl
Mon Jan 20, 2020 7:49 am
30 cal nylon brush options of best brands
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Keels »
Thu Jan 02, 2020 8:23 pm
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:D
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Forgot to mention.
For 30 cal barrels I use 8mm bronze brushes. The 30 cal brushes seem to just slide across the surface, little to no resistance...
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Last post by bainp
Wed Jan 08, 2020 7:12 am
Labradar trigger sertings
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Pablolig »
Mon Jan 06, 2020 8:25 pm
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Hi guys,
This is my 3rd outing to the range, and still can not get it to work on the trigger as the “trigger source”
I have tried any position you...
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Thank you guys for the quick responses.
Was at the range today again, and I used the doppler as a trigger, not missing a shot out of about 40...
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Last post by Pablolig
Tue Jan 07, 2020 5:58 pm
Kock up, can it be fixed ?
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Mozzie »
Mon Dec 23, 2019 6:26 pm
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It's Christmas,( or more commonly called the silly season), so it's makes me feel a little better.
I have a F open rifle that shoots pretty good, but...
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A collet die feels slack in use compared to normal dies. Measure the neck before and after to assess whether it is doing its job. If you adjust it...
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Last post by pjifl
Mon Dec 30, 2019 10:02 am
Flash hole size
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scott/r »
Tue Dec 24, 2019 9:37 am
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When I first starting using lapua's palma brass just recently, I was under the impression that my speeds wojld have gone up, but they have dropped by...
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The smaller holes tightened up the ES. I think that is a common finding of people when they switch to Palma Brass. so from what I found the hole size...
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Last post by sungazer
Wed Dec 25, 2019 2:19 pm
New Dies from Short Action Customs
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Frank Green »
Thu Dec 19, 2019 1:03 am
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Here are a couple of pic's of a set of dies I got on Monday from Short Action Customs. These are set up for 6BRA. I already sized about 20 cases. The...
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Why don't people look up their web site instead of asking Frank all these question?
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Last post by michaeljp
Tue Dec 24, 2019 4:26 pm
Leupold BR36X Sunshade and Lens Caps
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Quick »
Sat Dec 21, 2019 9:18 am
Hey guys,
I scored a old school Leupold BR36X that had been converted by Tucker back in the day. It didn't come with a sunshade or lens caps. Any of...
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Last post by Quick
Sat Dec 21, 2019 9:18 am
Velocity changes with twist rate of barrel ?
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Josh Cox »
Tue Dec 17, 2019 10:29 am
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Has anyone tested the change on velocity for twist rate of the barrel, ie same load in a 10 twist versus 12 ?
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What he said!!!!!!
Also chamber reamer spec....you can physically have two identical bore/groove size barrels. Cut a chamber that will give you a...
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Last post by Frank Green
Thu Dec 19, 2019 12:59 am
Shooting mat options
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Chrisjan »
Mon Dec 09, 2019 12:55 am
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Hi Guys,
I am using a shooting mat with a thin board stitched in under the rear bag.
It is comfortable and works good so far. But i noticed that...
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Thank you for the kind replies.
I will modify my mat and give some feedback when tested.
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Last post by Chrisjan
Sat Dec 14, 2019 4:02 am
Trigger options for Angel M80
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Denis S »
Thu Dec 12, 2019 7:16 pm
Would appreciate any advice about upgrading the trigger system of an Angel M80, or alternately Bill Angels phone number
Denis S
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Last post by Denis S
Thu Dec 12, 2019 7:16 pm
204 short - off topic
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Tim N »
Wed Dec 11, 2019 4:41 pm
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For those of you who are interested in small calibers.
I re barreled a 204 sako 85 in another 20 cal.
This time I was after something that fitted the...
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I have a L461 varmint chambered in 20 Vartarg and it's the rifle I reach for the most. Deadly on foxes.
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Last post by Barossa_222
Thu Dec 12, 2019 1:46 pm
SEB Max Modification
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UL1700 »
Mon Dec 09, 2019 9:52 am
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Anyone who uses a Seb MAX in F class (especially is using low profile stocks and parallel barrels) will know that mound setup can be a problematic at...
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I actually just sent you an email, looking for a new set of bags so will add one to the order!
Cheers,
James.
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Last post by UL1700
Mon Dec 09, 2019 1:42 pm
284 Win Tikka F Open Build
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fullbore11 »
Fri Dec 06, 2019 4:42 pm
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Hello Everyone
I just thought id put my idea for a new F Open rifle up here and see if anyone in the community has either done something similar or...
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Yeah I have done it. I have a blued t3 action and ordered a custom 1.130” bartlein 30 inch barrel for it. No trueing work was done on the action. I...
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Last post by Brad Y
Mon Dec 09, 2019 12:18 am
Info on 6mm BR
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pfc15 »
Sun Sep 01, 2019 7:09 pm
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G'Day All,
I am after some information from a broad base of 6mm BR Shooters - to inform a discussion paper. For those of you that shoot 6 BR, if you...
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Hi Piers,
Got 2000 rounds on this barrel and still going strong.
Twist and length of barrel - 7.5 Twist Bartlein @ 26 inch
Projectile Manufacturer...
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Last post by Crisp4784
Thu Dec 05, 2019 5:13 pm
Sixty.10 Rattler – Coming Soon
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DenisA »
Sun Aug 11, 2019 4:56 pm
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G’Day All,
For introduction purpose I’ll post this under equipment and technical if that’s O.K with Alan. When pricing and availability is...
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Here’s a couple of Rattlers on free standing FTR plates that I’ll be taking out to Belmont on Saturday for people to have a free trial of. Originally...
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Last post by DenisA
Wed Dec 04, 2019 3:01 pm
30-06AI High BC Seating Die
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Grahams »
Tue Dec 03, 2019 8:04 pm
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I appreciate the forums help to try and locate a high BC projectile seating die for a 30-06AI. Especially for projectiles in the 200gn+ class. Any...
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Thanks Rich4
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Last post by Grahams
Wed Dec 04, 2019 8:37 am
Hornady ATIP 230GN 30cal
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Josh Cox »
Thu Nov 07, 2019 4:42 pm
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Has anyone tried them yet ?
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I thought you were a flying bus driver Josh :shock: ,
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Last post by Julian D
Thu Nov 28, 2019 4:14 am
6mm BR - 95g VLD Bergers
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Rem6xc »
Mon Nov 18, 2019 10:56 am
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Hi looking for any help with this bullet case combo
Thanks Nigel
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thanks for your help
Nigel
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Last post by Rem6xc
Sat Nov 23, 2019 9:27 pm
Tips for those with an open mind
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Matt P »
Mon Nov 04, 2019 6:52 am
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Tips on adding another string to your bow.
Matt P
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Also called pickers and runners by some. As has been said it’s a skill I think you should know. Will you use it all the time? No but when needed you...
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Last post by Frank Green
Fri Nov 22, 2019 11:28 am
To turn or not to turn
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Tim N »
Tue Oct 22, 2019 9:55 am
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Neck turn I mean.
Do many of you just shoot the brass as is?
I’ve ordered a reasonable amount of saum brass and the efficient(read lazy) part of me...
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I’ll send off my 2 fired cases and a Berger 180 to Lee for a custom die, Tim L and Ben G let me know if you want one
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Last post by Tim N
Fri Nov 22, 2019 8:23 am
Oversized windage dial
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Factory1967 »
Sun Oct 06, 2019 10:59 am
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Can anyone tell me who makes the large windage dials as used by the f open worlds team.
Cheers
Craig
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Hi Peter,
Makes perfect sense. I appreciate you sharing your experience and thank you for your reply.
Toddy
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Last post by Toddy
Thu Nov 21, 2019 2:23 pm
Eagle Eye Omark
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leadlauncher »
Tue Nov 19, 2019 1:35 pm
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G,day. I have an Omark 44B with heavy original barrel. The muzzle has been machined to about .800". It has the standard Parker Hale front sight...
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yes.you can replace the dovetail sight with any sight with a dovetail.
you might need a sight with/or without a shade tube on one end and threaded on...
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Last post by lonerider43
Tue Nov 19, 2019 2:53 pm
Best bore scope
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flatlina »
Thu Oct 03, 2019 9:53 pm
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I have a friend whose wife wants to buy him a borescope for Xmas. What would you recommend?
Regards
john
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Hi Pete,
I know I could do that, but that means partially taking the rifle apart and re assembly. Cleaning is bad enough without adding another...
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Last post by Old Trev-39
Sat Nov 16, 2019 7:48 pm
Australian minutes v’s True minutes
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PeteFox »
Fri Nov 15, 2019 12:01 pm
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I’ve come across some wind estimation tables which give a version in “Australian Minutes” and “True Minutes”.
As far as I knew, a minute was...
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Peter, if you have a genuine central sight, the windage thread is probably 1/4"x40 threads per inch. If you measure your sight radius in mm from...
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Last post by RJNEILSEN
Fri Nov 15, 2019 7:02 pm
Twist rate to charge weight
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Old Trev-39 »
Tue Oct 22, 2019 8:13 pm
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My question is, does changing twist rate necessitate a change in powder load? Example going from a 9T to a 8T need a reduction in powder charge owing...
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That was a velocity test only. They where not pressure barrels and we did make and chamber all of the barrels at one time. Used the same chamber...
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Last post by Frank Green
Wed Nov 13, 2019 10:39 pm
Does the ability to shoot (accurately) run in the blood?
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UL1700 »
Sun Nov 03, 2019 5:24 pm
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Anyone who has had the fortune (or miss there off) to shoot against my wife will know that for someone who hasn't been shooting for long, doesn't get...
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well I guess it runs in the family :D :mrgreen: they say bloods thicker than water :D
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Last post by lee_enfield223
Mon Nov 11, 2019 7:24 pm
f standard 223 hand loads
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frex@last »
Sun Nov 10, 2019 1:56 pm
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have always shot 308 in f standard, but have just purchased a 223 and was hoping I might get some good reloading info
thank you in advance Michael...
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I have purchased this rifle unseen, i know it is a Barnard with a Mastin stock,so I am hoping it is a Mastin built rifle, from the photos that I have...
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Last post by frex@last
Mon Nov 11, 2019 3:21 am
Australian made LMB actions
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Bigtravoz »
Mon Feb 19, 2018 9:34 am
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Does anyone know anything about these actions? I have tried to find some information about them online to no avail other than a few pictures that...
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Top one will fit a Barnard P inlet
Bottom one is the Ultra, 30mm shorter and saves enough weight to go with a parallel barrel
4 lug bolt. I think its...
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Last post by Tim L
Sun Nov 10, 2019 7:27 pm
155gr eld match loads
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mick6220 »
Wed Oct 16, 2019 12:03 pm
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Hey guys just wondering if anyone uses 155gr eld match projectiles and would care to share any load data? I'm running 2206h and wlr primers in win...
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Start around 43.8 and work up to 44.6/44.8 of 2206 h, watching carefully for pressure signs. I have found that the eldm tends to give a bit higher...
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Last post by Bigtravoz
Fri Nov 08, 2019 8:04 pm
2206H or BM1 in .223 Rem?
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bad_primer »
Wed Nov 06, 2019 5:43 am
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G’day all
Was curious to know if there was much experience in using Benchmark line of powders and or 2206H.
I’m running a .223 with a 24” barrel and...
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With a 24" barrel, I'd be giving 8208 a look as well. It does ok in my 26" barreled 223.
Scott.
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Last post by scott/r
Wed Nov 06, 2019 8:53 am
Problems with CCI 450s
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Trevor Rhodes »
Thu Nov 22, 2018 7:36 pm
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Does any one else have problems with CCl 450 mags. l have a lot of misfires, I'm using Barnard actions which l
know they have a short firing pin...
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Guys we have shot 10 of thousands of the same primers then we open a box and miss fires. Lots of possibilities but likely issues are small.
Primers...
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Tue Nov 05, 2019 8:38 pm
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