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Flash hole sizes
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Walt »
Sun Apr 04, 2021 8:19 pm
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Recently I had occasion to notice the difference in flash holes between 284 cases in Lapua and Bertram brass. I should qualify this by saying the...
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The size of the flash hole would I believe affect the shape, power and duration of the ignition flame, so it could mean that your favourite primer...
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Sun Apr 04, 2021 10:21 pm
Advanced Bore Cleaning
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pjifl »
Wed Mar 31, 2021 11:33 pm
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Interesting developments in Bore Cleaning and Management
Peter Smith
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Do you mean the follow up to the secret of his 1 1/4 group at 1000yds he shot on April 1 last year?
I watched his latest April 1 clip (dated April 2...
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Sat Apr 03, 2021 5:59 am
6.5x47 Brass thickness
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BD28 »
Fri Mar 26, 2021 9:57 am
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Hey guys,
I have 300 pieces of 6.5x47 im looking to neck down to 6x47 Lap.
I have measured the neck thickness on them with a Mitutoyo hand mic (The...
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I will be surprised if the neck thickness will vary after necking down....keep us posted please.
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Last post by Audax
Sun Mar 28, 2021 5:45 pm
ADI POWDER
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Seddo »
Wed Mar 17, 2021 4:18 pm
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Hi all,
I was talking to a fellow dealer yesterday and he told me the Winchester rep said there will be no ADI powder made for the Australian market...
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That's a legal issue in NSW as much as it is to do with cost.
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Last post by willow
Wed Mar 24, 2021 6:39 pm
Quickload Data
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Rogue22 »
Mon Mar 15, 2021 7:21 pm
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Hi All,
Wondering if anyone could run a load on quickload for me? I’m looking to see what pressure my current load is running at. I don’t have any...
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Barnards handle amazing pressure Rod!
The yanks can’t believe our loads especially Chewie or Mr Barlow!
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Last post by ShaneG
Thu Mar 18, 2021 6:06 pm
Triggers for F/TR
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Rogue22 »
Sun Mar 14, 2021 8:09 am
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Hi all, I’ve been shooting Sporter/Hunter for the past 6 months and I’ve just bit the bullet and started a custom rifle build for F/TR with my local...
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If you are going to try other rifles you need to try FTR or F Open rifles. The F Std rifle trigger must lift 500 gms so it will be heavier and feel...
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Last post by Wakey7
Mon Mar 15, 2021 1:27 pm
Is anyone using the berger 85.5 Hybrid
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BenW »
Wed Jan 20, 2021 2:19 pm
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As the subject reads is anyone out there using the berger 224 cal 85.5 hybrids and if so what twist rate barrel are you using. Looking at re...
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I figure these would be brilliant in something like 22 Creedmeor, 223AI or 22-250.
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Last post by bad_primer
Sun Mar 14, 2021 10:24 am
What is the energy limit for NSWRA F-class shooting?
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John Weigel »
Wed Mar 10, 2021 11:08 am
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I've really tried to find the answer to this question in archives - sorry if I missed finding it. No two people I ask this question can provide the...
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Triplejim: You beauty! You'd be surprised how many knowledgeable types have no idea about the source of the rule. I don't like the rule, or its...
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Last post by John Weigel
Wed Mar 10, 2021 3:49 pm
central sight mt
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308encore »
Sat Feb 27, 2021 12:04 pm
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G`day can any one tell me ,on an omark does the sight mounting block-the one with grooves bolt directly onto the action or is there another block...
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Is it with the SSAA for silhouette mate? Might want to check if they allow it in the rules.
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Last post by wilson85
Wed Mar 03, 2021 2:27 pm
Rcbs match master full length dies
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Wiseman7187 »
Thu Feb 25, 2021 3:59 pm
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Looking I to some dies for f standard reloading and I was wondering if anyone had had any experience with these ones?
Looking around I may need to...
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I can recommend Wilson full-length bushing die and foster Micro bullet seater all from BRT great service from them located in Brisbane usually get...
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Last post by superx10
Sat Feb 27, 2021 5:29 am
Seb joypod reviews
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Wiseman7187 »
Fri Feb 19, 2021 1:43 am
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Hi everyone,
I'm I interested in buying a seb joypod in a few months when stock is back up and was wondering if anyone had any reviews on them?...
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I've only been shooting for a year but I would like to get a rest I'll have for year.
Don't mind paying for quality.
I'm picking up my first rifle...
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Last post by Wiseman7187
Thu Feb 25, 2021 3:52 pm
6mm br benchmark 2
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steveneckart »
Mon Nov 30, 2020 8:34 am
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Hi. Does Anyone on here load 6mm br with benchmark 2. Im currently working on some load development with 107gr sierra hpbt, cci magnum primers,...
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My current load for my 6br using lapua brass is 30.7gr of 2208 with CCI BR4 primers pushing berger 105 tgt vld's which gives me 2963fps with an SD of...
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Last post by stu_bear2002
Mon Feb 22, 2021 11:58 am
Twist Rate
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Hahndorf 1874 »
Mon Feb 15, 2021 5:08 pm
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G,day
Does anyone out there know the twist rate of a Schultz & Larsen mod 62 300 mt rifle built back in the 50s .308 cal.? Would like to know....
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My 30/06 AI holds two local range records one with 155.5 Bergers and one with 168 SMK's. the barrel is a 10" twist 32" parallel contour....
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Last post by KHGS
Fri Feb 19, 2021 7:30 am
Left hand stock/chassis query for Barnard P LH
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ReneZ »
Tue Jan 12, 2021 8:27 pm
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Hi,
I'm trying to find out what options I have for a stock/chassis for a Barnard P left hand action (308). I noticed the few found seemed very...
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Dear all, many thanks for your reactions here, through messages or at the range, much appreciated. I had a difficulty deciding if it had to be a...
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Last post by ReneZ
Tue Feb 16, 2021 4:42 pm
brass
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lonerider43 »
Mon Nov 16, 2020 9:09 am
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gday,has anyone got info on WCC cases ?
ive never seen it till now.
any good ?
compared to loopy,how would it rate for capacity and...
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The 13 on the case is the year that it was made/loaded (2013), the WCC stands for Western Cartridge Company (Olin), East Alton, IL...
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Last post by Fire Dog
Mon Feb 15, 2021 6:32 pm
Primer tool
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lewis reynolds »
Fri Dec 18, 2020 7:03 pm
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Just after a few opinions on hand priming tools. I am looking to upgrade. And still would like a feed tray design if possible. Thanks in advance ....
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I've been using a 21st Century priming tool for years and would never go back to anything else... Very quick and consistently accurate in seating...
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Last post by Fire Dog
Mon Feb 15, 2021 5:40 pm
Barnard Rails and the 2 different screw lengths
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tachyon »
Tue Feb 02, 2021 7:01 pm
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Hi All,
I have both a 25 and a 40 MOA OEM Barnard pic rail.
Each was supplied with 4 screws of 2 different lengths.
When you put the rail on you...
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There is a logical reason for the differing length screws. If you have a close look at the receiver front and back it will become clear. You could...
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Last post by KHGS
Tue Feb 02, 2021 9:00 pm
Zeroing for ETs
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Tim L »
Mon Jan 18, 2021 5:18 pm
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As we all know, hitting the edges of an ET can be rather expensive. Zeroing by shooting into the butts can also be a bit hit and miss as it's reliant...
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Comps are generally organised by the local club.
Locals have home range advantage to the extent they probably all shot on the first competitive range...
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Last post by Tim L
Thu Jan 21, 2021 2:17 pm
6.5x47 loads
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mitchellchandler_au »
Thu Apr 03, 2014 8:43 am
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Hi all,
I just got my 6.5x47 back last week and I am getting ready to start some serious load development. My question is do the heavy 139-140 grain...
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I run my 260AI at 2880fps with 140gr A-MAx, it wasn't accurate over 3000fps.
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Last post by Seddo
Mon Jan 18, 2021 6:37 pm
Fake Bartlein Barrels
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PeteFox »
Wed Dec 30, 2020 3:08 am
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This is just a warning for anyone getting a super deal on a new Bartlein barrel.
The warning in the attached image was posted on Bartlein’s FB page....
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Jerome Ziersch cuts the serial numbers off into a little tag that you keep when he machines any new barrels. Makes recording the details easier.
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Last post by Wingnut
Tue Jan 12, 2021 1:38 pm
Moly - who still uses it??
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Tim N »
Fri Jan 08, 2021 9:54 pm
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Hi All
I recently loaded some rounds for my 6 Dasher that were decided on 5 yrs ago.
At that time moly was popular so rather than change anything a...
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Ha ha, my first bullets coated (around 1990) were coated in a container spun in a reasonably large lathe.
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Last post by 6.5x55ai
Tue Jan 12, 2021 5:36 am
Are any Aussies using Haverkamp actions?
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bainp »
Wed Jan 06, 2021 9:29 am
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Are any Aussies using Haverkamp actions?
If there is anyone out there using one, how or through whom did you get / import the action?
Thanks -...
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Thank you for that saum2
Regards - Philip
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Last post by bainp
Fri Jan 08, 2021 10:47 am
Vortex Golden Eagle 15-60x52 Thoughts
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Singo85 »
Sat Jan 28, 2017 9:40 pm
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Hi All,
Looking at getting a new scope and am interested in the vortex golden eagle.
Noting it is relatively new would like some feed back from...
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I’ve had some zero issues with mine, but I’m pretty sure it’s purely parallax error as I find the controls super sensitive, easy to go past, but I’ve...
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Last post by Rich4
Wed Jan 06, 2021 6:57 am
Caldwell Fire Control Upgrades
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Joeyp »
Thu Dec 31, 2020 1:32 pm
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Hi everyone
I've recently purchased a Caldwell Fire control joystick front rest and I'm wondering what upgrades fellow shooters have done to make it...
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mate hear is my mobile 0400328422 texted me ill foreword on a few photos mate cheers Gary
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Last post by Gary Nitro
Sun Jan 03, 2021 7:22 am
Which Barnard aftermarket trigger?
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williada »
Wed Sep 18, 2019 10:39 pm
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I use original triggers on my Barnard rifles and am happy with those because I am used to a heavier trigger pull which some new shooters may find...
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Last post by saum2
Wed Dec 23, 2020 12:54 pm
308 palma brass flash hole
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scott/r »
Sun Dec 06, 2020 8:55 am
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Just wondering if you guys know of any benefits in enlarging the small flash hole in the palma brass? I think I've heard talk or read somewhere that...
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PM sent
Sent again, my sent box was full :?
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Last post by Tim L
Thu Dec 17, 2020 5:31 pm
How to make laminate stock blanks?
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DenisA »
Tue Mar 22, 2016 9:25 pm
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I'm wondering if anyone here has successfully made their own laminate stock blanks. I'm keen to try and understand the process.
What are some good...
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If you want a shortcut to 'stiffness' add in some carbon fiber ...........
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Last post by Gyro
Tue Dec 15, 2020 3:12 pm
Silver Mountain Target Users
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BlueSpectre »
Sun Nov 15, 2020 4:07 pm
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G'Day OZFClass readers,
I am attempting to make contact with clubs that are using Silver Mountain electronic target systems.
I am from Cootamundra...
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Fitted the new 8 mics to our troublesome target but due to the end of year break, won't calibrate it until JAN/FEB.
The new Elboxrf flat panel...
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Last post by BlueSpectre
Mon Dec 14, 2020 2:36 pm
GRS X EATER STOCK QUESTIONS
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fullbore11 »
Sun Dec 06, 2020 3:16 pm
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Hello all
Just wondering if anyone here has much experience with the GRS X EATER stock and would like to share their thoughts positive and negative....
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Good stocks. I Have 2 XEater stocks which are used as F open rifles, both with Barnard S actions and chambered in 280ai, and have no problems with a...
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Last post by Ian Hughes
Wed Dec 09, 2020 3:14 pm
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Last post by loneranger
Tue Dec 08, 2020 9:51 pm
308 chamber plug
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Alan Tas »
Wed Dec 02, 2020 5:48 pm
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Does any body know where to buy a 308 cal chamber plug in Australia. Alan.
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Jim yes will buy email nerise.routledge@bigpond.com for payment. Alan.
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Last post by Alan Tas
Sat Dec 05, 2020 7:12 am
Milrad and moa
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cheech »
Thu Nov 19, 2020 11:22 am
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Hi all,
I’ll give you a scenario,
I have a new shooter with a Mil scope adjustments of 0.1 mil (1/10th)
We shoot on SMT ET showing MOA grid on...
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I have 1/8th click scopes on my dedicated F Class rifles and a .1mil click Optisan on a Tikka 223 Varmint that we use out to 600 yards on day's when...
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Last post by oldman1967
Sun Nov 22, 2020 8:12 pm
Norma 6mm Dasher brass
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Chris S »
Sun Apr 30, 2017 2:34 pm
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G'day All,
Now that Norma have productised 6mm Dasher brass I'm wondering if anyone in Oz
has actually put eyes on this brass , has a reamer or...
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?????????????????? :?: :?: :?: :?: :?: :?: :?: :?: :?: :?:
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Last post by bruce moulds
Fri Nov 20, 2020 8:03 pm
Scope re-zeroing?
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scott/r »
Wed Nov 18, 2020 7:33 am
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I'm setting up one of my t/r rifles (barnard action) with scope rail so that the mrs and young bloke can use it shooting f class when they get the...
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In my opinion, there is nothing to equal leaving a scope permanently on a rifle. But it dictates a much larger storage box. But if the entire...
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Last post by pjifl
Thu Nov 19, 2020 6:26 am
Bore indexing
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Tim L »
Mon Nov 09, 2020 7:12 pm
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OK so a bit of a plug for Matt Paroz to start.
Just had two new IBI barrels chambered ready to replace a 7 SAUM and the 6.5 SLR
5 round groups shot...
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But you'd sell a hell of a lot of barrels! :-). I'd be happy to remove the duds from the scrap bin
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Last post by BATattack
Tue Nov 17, 2020 6:32 pm
Eric Cortina on annealing
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Rowboat »
Sat Nov 14, 2020 2:56 pm
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Hi All, stumbled across a few YouTube vids by Eric Cortina describing his take on brass annealing. I think he enjoys controversy. He seems to be...
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Hmmmm! IIRC he only tested at 6, 10, 15 and 20 second intervals, brass was buggered at 10. That does not give a 4 second window in which things are...
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Last post by Tim L
Mon Nov 16, 2020 12:20 pm
TR Sights - Quarter Third or Half Click Preference
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tom1 »
Thu Oct 08, 2020 9:19 pm
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Interested in the opinions of shooters in regard to what they consider to be the preferred option for wind & elevation movements on the rear...
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Hi Phil, I have decided to keep my 1/3 sights. You would probably be able to find a set on this forum , someone would have them stashed away.
Brad...
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Last post by tom1
Mon Nov 16, 2020 8:40 am
F-Tr Rig
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Azzopardi »
Thu Nov 12, 2020 9:33 pm
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Setting up another Ftr rig. I have a Joy Pod and have had success. Tried an Oz-pod but prefer the Joy Pod due to its versatility.
Is there a bi-pod...
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Yup
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Last post by Azzopardi
Sun Nov 15, 2020 9:49 pm
Alternative brass choice
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mitchellchandler_au »
Mon Nov 09, 2020 9:57 pm
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Hi all,
What other options are there to lapua in 223, has anyone played with the nosler or norma cases?
Thanks
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That's why many mentioned batching the brass. But once batched you will find thwy are good.
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Last post by robbo1990
Sun Nov 15, 2020 1:48 pm
Lapua 284 brass
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BATattack »
Fri Oct 30, 2020 4:51 pm
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Maybe I've been under a rock but I didn't know lapua were bringing out straight .284 brass?
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It must be interesting for Lapua to sponsor F-Class teams when all the shooters are using Peterson and Norma Brass :roll: Suspect we will see 6...
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Last post by 20BR
Sun Nov 08, 2020 5:03 pm
New F Open Rifle
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Frank Green »
Sun Jun 03, 2018 2:30 am
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Been a while since I've posted anything even though I do take a peek on and off to see what is going on but have been pretty busy.
Built a new F...
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Thanks for the update Frank. I appreciate your advice.
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Last post by TGTshooter
Sat Oct 31, 2020 4:45 am
Beginners scope suggestions
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GosHawk »
Sat Oct 24, 2020 10:57 am
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Hi All,
Looking for some advise on what scope to get (I'm sure you all hear this a lot). I'm just a beginner (primarily been a hunter for past 30...
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Thanks Rich4! That's a great idea.
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Last post by GosHawk
Sun Oct 25, 2020 10:54 am
KM Arbor Press Force Indicator
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chinga »
Thu Oct 22, 2020 10:27 am
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Hi
Im quite new to the sport and looking for some information on the KM arbor press force indicator.
Im using 308 bullets with 2 thou neck tension....
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wsftr,
you raise a good point.
when seating bullets with an arbor press it is easy to feel differences in seating pressure, and batch the ammo into...
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Last post by bruce moulds
Sun Oct 25, 2020 7:58 am
Wilson FL bushing dies
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Tim L »
Fri Oct 23, 2020 3:12 pm
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Just screwed in a new 7 SAUM barrel and needed to neck down 30 SAUM brass. I had the Wilson FL bushing die and a 309 die from the previous barrel...
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No turn neck Bruce. the 309 is too tight but the only one I have so I ran it through then expanded.
I have a 312 and 313 on the way to do the rest,...
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Last post by Tim L
Fri Oct 23, 2020 4:47 pm
Teslong borescope
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robbo1990 »
Thu Oct 15, 2020 3:08 pm
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Is there a aussie dealer for the teslong borescope?
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Been considering this model but purchased direct.
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Last post by 6.5x55ai
Sat Oct 17, 2020 5:05 am
30-06 Ackley Improved Build & Load Info
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Grahams »
Sat Oct 10, 2020 3:22 pm
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I recently bought a Nesika Action and built a 30-06 Ackley Improved and thought I'd share some info and results. I've had 308, 30-06 & 300WSM...
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Thanks for the info . I love Ackleys ! From my lil 7/08 ai which launches a 180 comfortably at 2730 FPS and is an absolute tack driverTo my other fav...
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Last post by GSells
Thu Oct 15, 2020 8:39 pm
Eric Cortina on setting the dies for shoulder bump
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PeteFox »
Sat Sep 26, 2020 2:50 pm
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I really like the way Eric goes about doing this.
No fancy clickable dies like the Whidden, just a straight forward method using stuff I‘ve already...
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Just my thoughts btw. There are many other exercises but they all cost points.
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Last post by Tim L
Mon Oct 12, 2020 9:30 am
Sako 85 Triggers... help
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loneranger »
Thu Aug 06, 2020 5:03 pm
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Seeking technical advise in regard to improving a Sako 85 trigger. I have a nice Sako 85 varmint hunting rifle in 223 which shoots pretty well,...
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Thanks Keith
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Last post by loneranger
Sun Oct 11, 2020 1:26 pm
100 year old full bore club shut down after range inspection.
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superx10 »
Sat Oct 03, 2020 6:37 pm
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It is with sadness that I inform the forum members that after a police range inspection on the Murwillumbah range they said to stop full boar...
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Thanks, wingnut some good info coming in, I'll try and keep you posted on whta is happening with the Murwillumbah range.
But your commnets seem to be...
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Last post by superx10
Wed Oct 07, 2020 2:41 pm
Hunter/ Class registration
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superx10 »
Fri Sep 25, 2020 4:02 pm
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Hi
My club is getting a lot of Hunter class shooters coming with their hunting style guns, and it great to see. Last week I said how come they are...
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John, that was the official message I was getting as of last week in Victoria. Its good sense and ties it to licensing provisions.
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Last post by williada
Sun Sep 27, 2020 6:05 pm
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