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190 bergers
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Factory1967 »
Sat Jun 20, 2020 9:21 pm
Anyone running the new 190 bergers in a 284 yet, wondering what speeds to expect
Cheers
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Sat Jun 20, 2020 9:21 pm
RUN TOO FAST?
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John T »
Sun May 03, 2020 10:36 pm
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Hello.
Why do we shoot high B.C. bullets at Limit velocities? To run against the wind, of course. But to what purpose? Is it to crank on 5 minutes...
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I think if your running 'one gun' shoot the most accurate node whatever speed that might be and practise practise practise!
For a shooter who is...
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Last post by ben_g
Sat Jun 20, 2020 11:34 am
308 barrel twist rate
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JustinKLP »
Wed Jun 17, 2020 8:35 pm
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I’m thinking of purchasing a Howa 1500 barrelled action as an entry into F/TR. Howa offer a 308 with a 26” barrel, however the twist rate is 1:8”. Is...
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1:10 works fine from 155-200’s, some 210’s.... good twist to start with.
Regards
Frans
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Last post by Redhawk
Thu Jun 18, 2020 5:35 pm
BARREL LENGTH AND TUNERS
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John T »
Tue Jun 16, 2020 9:16 pm
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Hello.
My only dabble with tuners was the Shadetree. Devine also bumbled about with it and even tried 4 discs. I don't think either of us had a clue...
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I wouldn’t leave home without anything rubbery or weighty or tuney if that’s a word lol!
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Last post by GSells
Thu Jun 18, 2020 10:48 am
Federal 210 GM primers
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PeteFox »
Tue May 26, 2020 11:23 am
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I've been noticing the odd unexplained vertical flier since I changed to Federal 210 Gold Match primers. It could be me but I'm reasonably sure its...
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Struth I need to and can’t wait to get back competing ! Have I told ya’s before ??? :mrgreen:
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Last post by GSells
Mon Jun 08, 2020 8:43 pm
Meopro Optika6 Anyone with experience?
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bad_primer »
Tue Jun 02, 2020 9:26 pm
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G’day everyone
I’m seeking thoughts about the Meopro Optika6line of scopes, ideally the 4.5-27-56 model.
I currently own a Kahles 1050K, a sightron...
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Thanks Dan, appreciate the contact.
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Last post by bad_primer
Sat Jun 06, 2020 11:49 am
Best gun case 1400mm long
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superx10 »
Sat May 30, 2020 4:37 pm
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Hi, Guys, I am in the market for a new gun case to suit our long F-class rifles, the length is critical as 1400mm is perfect for the rifle and also...
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Hi Guys thanks so much for your return messages much appreciated.
S Mitchell
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Last post by superx10
Tue Jun 02, 2020 5:01 pm
6.5 Creedmor Load Data
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Swampy Senior »
Thu Mar 26, 2020 3:46 pm
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Dear Brains Trust,
I am in the process of building an F-Class rifle in 6.5 CM and need some assistance wrt load data. I will be using AR2208,...
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41.4gr out of a 24-25" barrel, not sure what I had it cut down to.
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Last post by Seddo
Mon May 18, 2020 10:55 pm
6.5 PRC hand loads
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Caska »
Sun May 17, 2020 1:16 pm
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Hi guys
just after some information on hand loading for this calibre I purchased one for long-range hunting primarily on goats and Wild Dog‘s just...
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Sorry I have amended the above 2225 suggested max load to 59.0 grains, NOT 50.9. BTW that seems an unusually large gap between the suggested minimum...
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Last post by Gyro
Mon May 18, 2020 11:00 am
GRAHAM MINCHAM’S OPTIMUM BALLISTIC TECHNIQUES 3rd EDITION
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pgcpty »
Sat Apr 25, 2020 1:40 pm
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Re: What are you doing to stay sane? RECOMMENDED READING DURING CORVID-19 BREAK
Sun Mar 29, 2020 I wrote regarding Graham's latest addition and...
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Only just started, but fascinating reading, just what I’ve been looking for, thanks Graham
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Last post by Rich4
Thu May 14, 2020 8:20 pm
Start loads for 6x47 Lapua
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Jase PTRC »
Tue Jun 21, 2016 8:45 pm
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Hello im posting for a friend. Are there any 6x47 lapua shooters on this forum. Im looking for a starting load for this cartridge using adi 2209.
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In my 6.5 x 47 ,30" 8T. 37.5 of 2208 behind 130 Berger V.L.D. works well. velocity unknown as I am not worried to much about velocity.
It is...
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Last post by Old Trev-39
Tue May 12, 2020 8:06 pm
Primer testing
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Tim L »
Fri May 08, 2020 8:08 pm
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Hi All,
Filling in this COVID time!
Just looking for a bit of input. Anyone who knows anything about photography and F stops welcome.
High speed...
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Still getting my set up right. I put graph paper behind the results (1" with 1/2" sub divisions) and ended up back lighting that to reduce...
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Last post by Tim L
Tue May 12, 2020 5:47 pm
Handicap system
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Trevor Rhodes »
Tue May 05, 2020 9:19 pm
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You have top shooters and not so top shooters. PMs have all the grades and I feel that even at club level when a member get a caning each week he or...
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Thanks to Alan's advice I have worked out how to add an attachment.
Handicap_v0.1.xlsm
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Last post by Martin
Sun May 10, 2020 2:05 pm
How a 280 AI Compares to 7mm RSAUM
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Tatty 4578 »
Wed Jun 25, 2014 6:25 pm
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Have a build about happen on my new Toy F- open rifle .Was going to be chambered at 7mm RSAUM ,but spoke to my gunsmith today and suggested...
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Very accurate, forgiving, long barrel life , budget cal ! Poor Mans saum!
Forgot to add . I started doing testing of 2225 about 62 gr with 180’s and...
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Last post by GSells
Sat May 09, 2020 8:44 am
MultiGroupZ
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pjifl »
Sun May 03, 2020 8:56 am
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I have spent some of our Lockdown Time trying to get my Program MultiGroupZ into a package with Exercises and Examples. The package is now online and...
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=D> Once again you’ve shown an amazing selfless generosity, I truly hope to meet you in person on a range one of these days, all the best Rich
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Last post by Rich4
Sun May 03, 2020 7:13 pm
Ezell barrel tuners
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Mozzie »
Tue Apr 28, 2020 12:53 pm
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Hi
If anybody is using an ezell barrel tuner in either the heavy or new fluted light design, are you able to share your experiences please ? it would...
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I have a PDT tuner on one of my FTR barrels, I know a prominent shooter here in Oz who also uses one.
From memory they are filled with tungsten...
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Last post by Julian D
Sun May 03, 2020 6:05 am
Lapua Brass Getting Better
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AlanF »
Thu Apr 30, 2020 12:42 pm
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Am working through few boxes of 6.5-284 and prepping (no pun intended) it for the 7 Shehane, and was pleasantly surprised to see the newest 2 boxes...
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I used to do it and gave up quickly. Could see it cutting uneven on the inside. Easier to just turn and skim as needed
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Last post by Brad Y
Sat May 02, 2020 8:10 pm
Spotting Scope Stands
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darrward »
Thu Apr 30, 2020 8:53 pm
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So....
I’ve been trying to research spotting bipod scope stands
The traditional ones are the Anschutz and Freeland but can’t find either...
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Giraud from Texas does the job for me. Bit pricey but really well made
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Last post by Peter Hulett
Fri May 01, 2020 8:56 pm
IBI barrels and ZERO TECH Scopes
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Chopper »
Tue Apr 28, 2020 2:38 pm
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Has any body had anything to do with the above ?? would like to know a bit more as there seems little information on both, more so on the IBI 22...
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I have had some info on the barrels and so far no real complaints, most seem happy, But still no feed back on the ZERO TECH scopes, I have looked at...
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Last post by Chopper
Fri May 01, 2020 12:49 pm
Body Die - To Hone or not to Hone?
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daj »
Thu Oct 19, 2006 10:02 pm
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Some time ago I established that my factory barrel/chamber shot to the same accuracy and velocity regardless of whether I used neck sized or full...
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Matching a Redding body die to chamber sounds great.i took a cast of my chamber and want to adjust my die a little by honing but I can't seem to find...
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Last post by Neil lesslie
Thu Apr 30, 2020 12:59 pm
Recently discovered
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Rich4 »
Thu Apr 16, 2020 10:58 pm
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Don’t laugh, but due to a recent extended period trapped in various tractors I’ve just discovered podcasts, which apparently are not a new thing,...
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I really loved williada's term "gun plumbers". Well I've seen a couple of them recently.
Peter
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Last post by Peter L
Mon Apr 27, 2020 11:58 am
300 Blackout reloading data
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Julian D »
Wed Apr 22, 2020 12:21 pm
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Afternoon all,
Does anyone on here reload for the 300 B/O ?
Need a bit of info, will be using 200 - 220 pills subsonic.
Can you tell me if IMR...
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I know people who have used Lehigh Defence projectiles and they expand reliably and will drop deer as well as the old 220gr RN but I think that one...
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Last post by Seddo
Sun Apr 26, 2020 10:17 pm
Testing the Testing
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pjifl »
Fri Apr 17, 2020 9:23 am
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Perhaps this should be titled 'Assessing the Testing'.
There are two entire facets to developing a theory and testing it. This is especially true in...
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The 'barrel mirage' investigated in my small experiment is quite different and independent from mechanical and atmospheric optical effects between...
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Last post by pjifl
Fri Apr 24, 2020 5:43 pm
BM8208 and the 223
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mitchellchandler_au »
Thu Mar 19, 2020 9:34 pm
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Hi all,
So the situation is I have a Tikka with the 1:8 twist barrel. I also have a quantity of 8208 from another project and a heap of 80gn noslers...
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Hi, I've had good results with 8208 in a 31" target rifle using both nosler 80 and 80.5 fullbores. ADI brass has been excellent, had a problem...
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Last post by Jacoll
Thu Apr 23, 2020 6:53 pm
SD and Scoring
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AlanF »
Sun Apr 19, 2020 11:37 am
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Peter,
When ETs are good enough and importantly affordable enough to become the only type of target in use, then I agree that a more precise way of...
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Bisley style ticks those boxes, plus its the usual format for the FCWC. Raton 2013 I believe was the only one to have string shooting for the...
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Last post by AlanF
Tue Apr 21, 2020 8:39 pm
ES / SD reduction strategies
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Rich4 »
Mon Apr 13, 2020 6:49 am
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I’ve recently decided to follow Keith’s advice re moly coating mainly for barrel maintenance (if there is ever any moly powder in Qld again) and it...
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The post by Argh does sum up quite well many of the points raised in this thread.
I know what the Video on competitive rowing is trying to say but...
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Last post by pjifl
Fri Apr 17, 2020 9:33 am
Cutting fluid
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BATattack »
Tue Mar 03, 2020 8:58 am
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What cutting fluids are people using for turning, chambering and threading and how are you applying it for each operation? ie brush on, front flush...
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Hmm Rich , nice looking 284 w bart barrel tuner thread !! :lol:
Looking forward to taking her for a spin !
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Last post by GSells
Tue Apr 14, 2020 8:42 pm
Labradar Tolerance of Obstructions
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AlanF »
Fri Apr 10, 2020 1:26 pm
Rating: 26.16%
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Have just taken delivery of Labradar and looking at doing some 100yd testing on the house block. Being a smallish block, the "range"...
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Slightly tangential but I’ve always slipped a shim of cardboard under the barrel on my V3 to align the bore proper as all my barrels are tapered, the...
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Last post by Rich4
Tue Apr 14, 2020 7:07 am
Farley base
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scott/r »
Sat Apr 11, 2020 8:19 pm
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Can someone please tell me if the base of a farley is cast iron or aluminum?
Thanks
Scott.
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Cool, thanks Keith.
Scott.
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Last post by scott/r
Sun Apr 12, 2020 8:47 am
7mm RSAUM Reamer Questions
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DanMac »
Fri Apr 03, 2020 12:03 pm
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Good afternoon forum members,
Could I please get some technical advice?
I have attached the reamer print from Manson Reamers for a product which is...
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Cheers for the additional info Matt P,
I have just purchased myself an IDOD turner from F-Class Products, so the neck turning won't be an issue.
I...
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Last post by DanMac
Sat Apr 04, 2020 3:56 pm
7mm Cartridge Predicament
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DanMac »
Mon Mar 30, 2020 9:14 am
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Hello ladies and Gents,
I'm brand new to the forum, thank you for the add.
I'm looking for some advice and opinions on a few idea's I've been...
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G'day Quick,
I have a 284 Win chambered in to a Proof Research barrel and agree, it is a very accurate cartridge and although mines a hunting rifle,...
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Last post by DanMac
Thu Apr 02, 2020 8:35 am
powder for 6mm dasher
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Peter L »
Tue Mar 24, 2020 5:57 pm
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Hi all
I'm a proud owner of a 6mm dasher. Terrific caliber! I always used 2209 powder, but talking to a few NSW dasher shooters, I had to answer this...
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Yes, if you have a relatively loose barrel or more slippery, easier to push bullets like the 103 Copperheads, then 2206H works great. For the heavier...
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Last post by RDavies
Mon Mar 30, 2020 8:03 pm
7mm 284
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dbro »
Fri Mar 27, 2020 4:53 pm
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Hi all I’m ordering a new barrel, just wondering what twist is best with 180 grain projectiles with a BC of 640 in a 7mm 284 30 inch barrel for F...
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Thanks guys have ordered a 8.5 twist ... cheers
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Last post by dbro
Sat Mar 28, 2020 4:59 pm
Need to identify some powder
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AlanF »
Tue Mar 24, 2020 12:51 pm
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I have a 4Kg plastic bottle of ADI powder which has the front label missing. The back label has MEM 4959 on it. I think its probably 2208 but am...
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Hunting possibly Barry, bagging less likely....
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Last post by AlanF
Wed Mar 25, 2020 4:29 pm
Ultra Sonic Cleaners vs Case Tumblers
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by
Rem6xc »
Tue Mar 17, 2020 2:47 pm
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Anyone have any experience with ultra sonic cleaners
Thanks Nigel
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Hi Peter
Thank you for your detailed reply.
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Last post by superx10
Sun Mar 22, 2020 2:29 pm
Round count
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locknload »
Thu Mar 12, 2020 2:13 pm
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Hi
So many variables to my question.
Assuming I clean my barrel after every shoot using copper brush for carbon remover, then bore tech to remove...
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As Peter said it is hot plasma that erodes the barrel not friction. If you own a boreoscope you would use a bronze brush as a nylon brush does not...
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Last post by Pommy Chris
Sat Mar 21, 2020 10:56 pm
ADG 7 SAUM Brass
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Ian Hughes »
Wed Mar 18, 2020 8:33 am
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Has anyone tried the 7 SAUM ADG brass out of U.S.A. If so, what is your opinion as to quality, and loads needed compared to Norma brass?
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Rhinosport have several shipments due in this year, first one I think is due in April/May.
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Last post by willow
Wed Mar 18, 2020 7:09 pm
Anyone Run a 223 for Short Range FTR?
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AlexE »
Tue Mar 17, 2020 4:29 pm
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Is there any advantage in shooting a 223 for short ranges (and perhaps calmer conditions out to 600)?
I was thinking that the light recoil/easier...
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I've put a .223 together recently for my son in FSTD. I shoot a detail with it myself now and then just to keep tabs on how its going. They feel like...
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Last post by DenisA
Wed Mar 18, 2020 8:33 am
Jongmans Action
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Robin »
Thu Feb 06, 2020 9:00 am
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Hi Folks, your thoughts please. I have been offered a brand new Jongmans action for $2600. I shoot F/std with a Jongmans and love it but it is...
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Thank you gents. Appreciate your advice.
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Last post by Robin
Sun Mar 15, 2020 9:28 pm
Interesting Muzzle Patterns
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GSells »
Thu Mar 12, 2020 10:50 am
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Hello all , I was just cleaning my .284 after a shoot on the weekend and noticed an interesting pattern with the tuner I use ( Larsen ) . Which is...
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Like the way you think Brett. One problem, toilet paper! Can’t get it due to the Corona virus causing panic buying of the now rare paper. I’d use...
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Last post by Azzopardi
Sat Mar 14, 2020 8:39 am
Nightforce scope
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Old Trev-39 »
Mon Mar 02, 2020 7:51 pm
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My 8-32 B/R. scope developed a small problem after having it for 19 years. Sent it away to Sth. Aust. to be rectified. It arrived back to-day fixed....
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I have sent two nightforce scopes back for repair for issues that were my fault. Repaired promptly and for what I thought was a fair price. The...
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Last post by Kakaduthunder
Tue Mar 10, 2020 5:28 pm
stuck cases
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copper »
Fri Feb 14, 2020 9:40 am
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Hi all
I put a new 6mm Dasher barrel,got a box of new BR cases, fire formed them and everything was normal. When I first used the cases as Dasher,...
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Suggest you reread my post, What I have said in that post is very important for fireforming Dasher style cases and Ackley brass. I have some insight...
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Last post by KHGS
Tue Mar 10, 2020 4:45 pm
Quickload software
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Pablolig »
Thu Jan 09, 2020 3:54 pm
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Hi guys,
Anyone using quickload?
How useful is it?
Anywhere for sale in Australia?
Thanks,
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Hahaha
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Last post by Pablolig
Sun Mar 08, 2020 9:12 pm
HORNADY 180 ELD MATCH
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John T »
Thu Mar 05, 2020 8:20 pm
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I was dillydallying on my Ballistic Explorer with the BER 180 VLD, SMK 183 and the BER 184 HYB. There was not as much difference as I expected. For...
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Oh ... ok ... would I use them ???? Only at club level , even a week ago at 600 yds the wind was fishtailing from 11 to 7 o’clock and they suffered....
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Last post by GSells
Thu Mar 05, 2020 9:41 pm
New arbour press on the market
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Tim L »
Sat Feb 29, 2020 8:39 pm
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So I got to the range with all my reloading gear intending to put rounds together in the caravan.
Everything that is, except the press :cry: so I...
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:lol: Actually after extensive testing I believe great northern’s give a more consistent neck tension, well they reduce my neck tension anyway
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Last post by Rich4
Wed Mar 04, 2020 8:55 am
Lee collet question
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Tim N »
Fri Feb 21, 2020 5:11 pm
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Hi All
I have started using my new collet die for my no turn saum, it sizes the neck about 2mm down from the top of the neck which leaves a slightly...
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180 hybrid- 55gn of 09 and 5 thou jamb running in the low 2900s
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Last post by Tim N
Mon Mar 02, 2020 7:49 pm
barrel lenght?
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cem »
Sun Mar 01, 2020 3:55 pm
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Hi all, what is the minimum length of a 31" bartlein HV barrel cut chamber to crown
Thanks cem
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Bartlein and Krieger barrels should be shortened by 1" from the muzzle end.
Keith H.
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Last post by KHGS
Sun Mar 01, 2020 4:49 pm
6.5x47 Lapua Max Load Advice
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loneranger »
Sun Feb 23, 2020 10:35 am
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Playing around with a new 6.5x47 Lapua tactical gun that Matt P made for me - beautiful rifle. Recently tried 135gn Berger Classic Hunter with...
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Hi, I use the Shotmarker ET which gives FPS readout at the TARGET. As I only shoot long range with this caliber @ 800 mtrs the the projectiles pass...
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Last post by HamonetMM
Sat Feb 29, 2020 7:58 am
What do they fit?
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Triplejim »
Tue Feb 25, 2020 2:50 pm
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The slot is offset, could be inside case deburrer.
If so, what brand tool do they fit?
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One of my early acquisitions was a Hornady reloading 'kit' although I did have a good old Aussie press. I am fairly sure one of these came in the...
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Last post by pjifl
Wed Feb 26, 2020 10:31 am
7mm SAUM slow node.
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ben_g »
Fri Feb 14, 2020 1:34 pm
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G’day all.
I’m sure this question has been answered in the depths of a thread before. But I cannot search the answer I am looking for.
Have a 7mm...
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Hello ben.
Allow me some miscellaneous quotes from about LOAD density.
"The percent of the available powder space under the bullet, filled...
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Last post by John T
Tue Feb 25, 2020 3:57 am
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