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Omark scope base fit a Nielsen?
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Mick_762 »
Thu Jul 05, 2018 7:54 am
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As probably a few of you have seen - there is a scope base for an Omark on used guns - will that fit the Nielsen action or there a completely...
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Maybe not much help to you but I fitted a 17 MOA Barnard rail to my old Omark. The action diameters Omark to Barnard are not quite the same but the...
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Mon Jul 16, 2018 3:28 pm
Tobler Actions
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wilson85 »
Fri Jul 13, 2018 9:32 pm
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G'day everyone
A mate of mine is getting into Target Rifle. He has come across an older rifle with an action made by Tobler. Has anyone else on...
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Thanks for the replies everyone. I don't have a photo of the rifle as yet, but I think I my mate has bought it, so as soon as he gets it I'll try and...
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Last post by wilson85
Mon Jul 16, 2018 2:14 pm
Reloader 16
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pigdog »
Fri Jul 13, 2018 4:08 pm
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Does anyone know of anywhere is Australia that reloader 16 is available and will ship it? Edit I found some places not sure if they ship it but it is...
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AR-comp is the new temperature tolerant version of RE15. So the next fastest new type Allianz powder after RE16
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Last post by RDavies
Mon Jul 16, 2018 2:00 pm
Truflite barrels, any opinions?
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Chris S »
Sun Jul 08, 2018 7:16 pm
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Hi Gang,
Looking around for new barrel blank for a F Std. rig and it seems
the usual suspects i.e. Krieger/Bartlein etc. are almost impossible
to...
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Thanks for the tip Frank and to all who replied.
cheers,
Chris
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Last post by Chris S
Sun Jul 15, 2018 12:25 pm
forget tuners - get these
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bruce moulds »
Thu Jul 05, 2018 7:38 pm
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these will be so consistent that tuners will be obsolete.
lets hope that the USA fclass team does not have exclusive access to them at the next...
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Early information I have is that there is no gain/benefit in performance over what we are all using right now.
No I’m not just saying that to give...
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Last post by Frank Green
Fri Jul 13, 2018 8:26 am
Gem pro 250
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Cutanything »
Thu Jun 28, 2018 9:27 pm
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My set of gem pro 250 seam to flutter up & down even going in neg weights they will not calibrate of two weeks old from new any one had same...
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Currently awaiting refund on both sets I purchased since ordered AnD fx300i
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Last post by Cutanything
Wed Jul 11, 2018 1:30 pm
Barnard action
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agro »
Sun Jul 08, 2018 3:12 pm
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With the 6.5x55 cartridge having a non standard case head diameter (.480"), does anyone know of any issues when using it in a Barnard P action...
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I never got to “burn out” my Ackley barrel as I mothballed it at 800 rounds and switched to a 284W. At that stage accuracy was still excellent with...
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Last post by 6.5x55ai
Tue Jul 10, 2018 6:54 am
Tikka set trigger help please
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Mozzie »
Sun Jul 01, 2018 6:04 pm
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I’m just new to shooting in nra and completed my second crack at f class with my tikka t3x with a set trigger.I’m aware that to compete on an even...
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If your stuck, I will swap my worked Tikka trigger for your set trigger?
Happy to discuss.
Mick.
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Last post by Mick_762
Mon Jul 09, 2018 9:43 pm
A & D FX-300I advice
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Toddy »
Sat Jun 16, 2018 10:40 am
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Hi
I currently have a rcbc charge master and gem pro 250 and I am thinking of upgrading to the A & D FX-300I with auto trickler.
Is it worth...
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They must be have good supply at the moment. Ordered two weeks ago and is on the way to SA arrived in Australia last weekend.
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Last post by Toddy
Sat Jul 07, 2018 10:42 am
SCATT Basic
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Josh Cox »
Wed Jul 04, 2018 9:15 am
Hi everyone,
I have just received a new Scatt Basic from the USA and cant get the bastard to work.
Using a laptop with Windows 7 Professional.
The...
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Last post by Josh Cox
Wed Jul 04, 2018 9:15 am
Carbon cleaning methods curious after borescoping club barrels
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Pommy Chris »
Tue Jun 26, 2018 1:39 pm
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I have been keeping carbon in check by cleaning maybe every 150-200 rounds and every other time ie around 400 rounds examining the barrel with a...
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I clean every 50rds. Hoppes and a Bronze Brush then nylon and then let it soak. And then repeat as needed. Letting it go 100 plus rounds I've found...
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Last post by Quick
Mon Jul 02, 2018 12:56 pm
New to reloading, what equipment route is best
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Asgardloki »
Thu Jun 21, 2018 10:29 am
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Good morning,
I'm wanting to start reloading 223 and eventually will want to load 308 and then 6.5 and possibly 243. It will be for target shooting...
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thanks for your replies everyone.
interesting video here that compares run out on the MEC/Forster Co ax/ RCBS rock chucker. with a Lee Collet and...
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Last post by Asgardloki
Sat Jun 30, 2018 6:17 pm
LabRadar Bluetooth app now available
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willow »
Sun Jun 17, 2018 9:57 am
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Available for both Android and iOS.
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v1.21 is supposed to help fix the comms drop out issue. Managed to get mine paired up at last but will wait another week to try it out.
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Last post by willow
Sat Jun 23, 2018 6:21 pm
More on Barrel Tuners
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Jase PTRC »
Wed May 16, 2018 9:40 pm
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I have been reading with great interest here and other forums about tuners, harmonics and compensation. I have some questions about tuners.
I would...
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mmm - its interesting because its loooong been stated that ES doesn't matter SR BR. I assume thats why tuners are a mixed bag in SR BR as really they...
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Last post by wsftr
Mon Jun 18, 2018 8:25 pm
Spotting scope stand design
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Spoons107 »
Mon Jun 18, 2018 4:17 pm
Hi guys, looking to make my own spotting scope stand and was wondering what designs work well. Any pictures of stands would be appreciated to give me...
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Last post by Spoons107
Mon Jun 18, 2018 4:17 pm
What calibre?
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scott/r »
Fri Jun 15, 2018 10:03 am
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Hey guys, I'm looking at setting up a f class rifle for the Mrs to use. I'm thinking along the lines of a 6br. Accurate and with bugger all recoil....
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Yes and now edited
Thanks
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Last post by John23
Sat Jun 16, 2018 9:21 am
6.5 150g SMK
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pigdog »
Thu Jun 07, 2018 1:54 pm
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Does anyone know anywhere in Australia that has these available? I'm guessing they will be around $1 a bullet.
Has anyone tried ordering sierra...
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For comparison sake....look at a .308win. bullet at 2700fps in a 1-12 twist barrel. The rpm of that bullet is only 162,000.
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Last post by Frank Green
Sat Jun 16, 2018 12:12 am
Barrel Behaviour Theory
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!Peter! »
Wed May 30, 2018 1:24 pm
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All,
In another thread I commented that I'd be happy to layout barrel behaviour theory as I see it. Subsequently, I see that williada is throwing out...
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Here's a picture of a bullet leaving a rifle.
Might help you to visualise what's happening.
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Last post by !Peter!
Wed Jun 13, 2018 11:01 pm
22BR Loads with 80 grainers
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bobeager »
Mon May 14, 2018 3:54 pm
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Anyone care to share their loadings for the 22BR with 80 grain projectiles. Happy to receive PM or email if that suits.
Cheers Rob
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Thanks Gary. Just today putting the 22BR together and will make some loads up for the weekend if I can get time in between trying to get the bloody...
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Last post by bobeager
Wed Jun 13, 2018 6:44 pm
Pointy end of the problem williada
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Bigtravoz »
Sun Jun 10, 2018 5:53 pm
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Dave,
After much digging I think I may have found a major part of the issues I have been encountering with this Omark. If you can allow me to send...
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I need to do a few things to it in the morning but plan to get out to my bush range tomorrow arvo and I think it will shoot much tighter groups than...
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Last post by Bigtravoz
Sun Jun 10, 2018 5:57 pm
RCBS Chargemaster
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johno »
Wed Jun 06, 2018 2:32 pm
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i have a rcbs charge master combo 1500 electronic powder dispenser, recently the on/off button on the touch pad has stopped working . has anyone else...
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The scales part of mine died. Contacted RCBS who informed me they do no servicing of the Chargemaster (badge engineered Chinese poo) and as mine was...
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Last post by 6.5x55ai
Fri Jun 08, 2018 8:41 am
Any reviews on the Acuter 20-60×80 spotting scope
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Spoons107 »
Thu Jun 07, 2018 9:34 am
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Hi guys, has anyone used an Acuter 20-60×80 spotting scope. Are they any good for the money??. Are they o.k for a beginner?? any info will be greatly...
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I have been using this spotting scope for at least 10 years. They are dam good, have good optics and hardy. Cheers
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Last post by Brenton
Thu Jun 07, 2018 10:35 am
Thoughts on Greyboe stocks and Ultimatum Precision Actions
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Singo85 »
Tue Jun 05, 2018 7:28 pm
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What are peoples thoughts on:
Ultimatum Precision action - U300 model
Greyboe Renegade stocks
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yes the U300 was discontinued last year, I bought one from Cleavers for $600 or so, Mines in 223rem and I also have a greyboe stock new in the box,...
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Last post by lee_enfield223
Wed Jun 06, 2018 6:15 pm
Reloading Equipment
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Lithgow »
Sun May 20, 2018 6:06 pm
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G'day,
I am about to buy hand loading equipment and would like opinions regarding single stage and multi stage presses and brands.
I have looked at...
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I always have the Lee hand press with me when i travel. It's all i use over at the Bergers.
Concentricity is a non issue if you use a Lee collet die....
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Last post by Tim L
Wed Jun 06, 2018 9:34 am
6.5 Creedmore - anyone?
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Tim N »
Tue May 01, 2018 8:12 am
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Hi All,
Is anyone using one of these for F Open?
I know some were saying the 6.5x47 was a bit under powered for the 140s so is the creedmore...
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I've got a .260 Rem. on both hunting rifles and a barrel set up for a PRS rifle. On the same PRS rifle I just installed a 6.5CM barrel.
The 6.5CM...
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Last post by Frank Green
Sun Jun 03, 2018 2:40 am
KEEP ME IN TUNE
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John T »
Thu May 10, 2018 8:01 pm
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Hello.
Why does my rifle slip in performance?
If you have been lucky enough to have your rifle hit where you point it, what do you do when that...
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Thanks for the response :)
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Last post by wsftr
Sat Jun 02, 2018 3:30 pm
Stock Rigidity
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Albow »
Wed Mar 14, 2018 6:25 am
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Hi
Looking for others thoughts around stock rigidity. I am in the process of condisering a new stock design for my LG though the design /...
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assuming we aren't talking about noodles, I can see some give or vibration absorption being a good thing...its probably all tied up in terminology as...
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Last post by wsftr
Sat Jun 02, 2018 11:12 am
fouling shots
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bruce moulds »
Thu May 10, 2018 5:53 pm
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for many barrels clean to dirty was very predictable.
shot 1, 1 to 2 minutes low.
shot 2 about 1/2 moa low.
then stedy as you go.
you got used to...
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Not a scope issue? I had a similar experience and found its the scope that has an issue, no problem on smaller adjustments but when going from 300...
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Last post by Bigtravoz
Fri Jun 01, 2018 9:33 pm
Memory Tester - ADI 144gn projectiles
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Bart »
Fri Jun 01, 2018 11:36 am
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Can anyone remember what we used to pay for the ADI 144gn projectiles purchased through the State Associations back when we were using them.
tia, Bart
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Scott,
We stopped using ADI projectiles in 1997 - that was when the Sierra 2155 was approved.
Barry
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Last post by Barry Davies
Fri Jun 01, 2018 7:17 pm
Mounting a Nightforce BR on a Sako s491 in .223
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Phildon »
Wed May 30, 2018 3:54 pm
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We have just purchased a Nightforce BR 12-42x56 for my wifes Sako S491 chambered in 223. There is currently a Vortex Viper
6-24x60 mounted I think on...
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i have two sakos and a tikka t3 all with sako optilok bases and rings,i found that if you put a .5mm shim between the base and ring on your rear...
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Last post by johno
Fri Jun 01, 2018 8:38 am
Federal 210M Primers
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Old Trev-39 »
Tue May 29, 2018 8:18 pm
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Hi All,
I have just finished a carton (1000) of the above. I found a difference in colour of the priming compound. 67 had a yellow compound compared...
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Thanks Brett and Barry for the information. I have used heaps of these and this is the first carton I have found this difference. I will now use...
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Last post by Old Trev-39
Wed May 30, 2018 8:15 pm
Sierra 2156 base to ogive
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Jase PTRC »
Wed May 30, 2018 9:18 am
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Hello, im wondering if anyone has these they could measure base to ogive. Also looking for feedback on consistancy within batches
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Not overly long but the sierras sound like they are quite a bit shorter than the berger full bore im using which measure .530 average base to ogive...
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Last post by Jase PTRC
Wed May 30, 2018 8:11 pm
A&D FX-300i
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jcinsa »
Sat May 12, 2018 6:54 pm
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I’ve had an FX-300i with an auto trickler for about a year now, and been very happy with it.
However, this morning, just as the scale reached the...
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I have the pleasure of reporting that I now have a new Power Supply for my
Auto Trickler and Scale.
Fantastic customer service from Adam Mac...
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Last post by jcinsa
Fri May 25, 2018 8:54 pm
MCSI, update needed
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DannyS »
Sun May 20, 2018 10:16 am
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Yesterday, we held one of our team shoots against the Portland Rifle Club . All Portland members were shooting F Open and Hamilton members shot F...
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It would be nice to have this MCIS system updated and accurrate, also a program that one could enter the shooters names and scores and the results...
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Last post by 6.5x47
Thu May 24, 2018 9:43 pm
scope?
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308encore »
Fri May 04, 2018 6:11 pm
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ok i have a rem 700, 308 varmit with a 26`` barrel. going to use it for long distance hunting and would like to dabble in f class. scope...
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thanks all ,have picked up a mk4 8.5-25 leupold for the right price
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Last post by 308encore
Tue May 22, 2018 4:28 pm
tell me about tuners for fclass
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bruce moulds »
Wed May 09, 2018 4:32 pm
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i have avoided these, always believing that good tuning negates them.
now might be the time to delve further into them.
any info and opinions...
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How long to fire each 10 shot group ? 15 seconds max ?
I've watched a few YouTube vids in the past of Tom Mousel and others doing that stuff. VERY...
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Last post by Gyro
Tue May 15, 2018 3:39 pm
Wichester M17
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Chopper »
Sun Mar 18, 2018 10:19 pm
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Does any of our Gunsmiths know why The M17 type actions have a tang screw going forward of the action towards the trigger, I think about 6dg
There...
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Also in a stock I knocked up out of Osage Orange
Been under a house for 30 years
Hard as a cats head and I hear on of the hardest of hardwoods
they...
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Last post by Chopper
Sat May 12, 2018 11:44 pm
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Last post by willow
Wed May 09, 2018 9:48 pm
New Bushnell Tactical Elite Scopes for F Class
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Omark44boy »
Wed Apr 25, 2018 10:57 pm
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According to NIOA and Ckeaver Firearms, it appears that Bushnell has launched two new scopes aimed at F class.
These are part of theirr 'Tactical...
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A focusing problem as described does not give one much confidence in manufacturing tolerances and or quality control in other areas of the scope....
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Last post by pjifl
Tue May 08, 2018 12:43 pm
Barrel Block Stock
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AlexE »
Mon May 07, 2018 8:53 pm
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G'day Gentlemen,
I have an ftr stock that I bought off the forum that I would like to fix a barrel to with a barrel block. Can anyone recommend a...
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G'day Matt,
One for 1.23" (I think that's what my 1.25" barrels measure...) and another for medium or heavy palma.
Alex
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Last post by AlexE
Tue May 08, 2018 8:01 am
Help... Hero to zero in one range
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UL1700 »
Mon Apr 30, 2018 3:00 pm
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OK so I have been shooting F Open for a few months (6BR 29.1grn 2208 105VLD 15thou jam) and I go from shooting a scrappy 60.09 to 57.02 on my next...
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Cool I will load an extra range on the off chance. I was hoping my new scales would be here but they seem to be stuck in customs :roll:
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Last post by UL1700
Mon May 07, 2018 2:23 pm
LAPUA 308 BRASS
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ollie »
Tue Apr 10, 2018 1:19 pm
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Just opened a box of new shells and found 20+ damaged has others had this problem
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That test is not worth the paper it was written on.... weight variances to 20 cases from same box and neck wall thickness done with calipers, come on...
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Last post by Wal86
Sun May 06, 2018 7:30 pm
Jlk projectiles
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Brad Y »
Thu May 03, 2018 12:28 am
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Does anyone know if jlk’s are still available here?
They used to be a really good bullet in 6mm
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Yes that was the first thing I looked at. Ordered two reamers from USA recently and the whole experience makes me wonder if sitting on a pineapple...
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Last post by Brad Y
Fri May 04, 2018 11:04 pm
Rifle stock keels??
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DenisA »
Thu Apr 26, 2018 3:56 pm
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G'day All,
I've been noticing lately some Bench rest shooters running adjustable keels on the toe of their butt stock.
I don't quite understand why...
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Notice what the man reckons about pointing bullets in that article ? Now THAT'S interesting I say !
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Last post by Gyro
Wed May 02, 2018 8:46 am
Starting out in F Standard - Tikka T3x?
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axio »
Sun Apr 22, 2018 3:07 pm
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Hi All
I'm new to F Class and have shot at my local club a few times using their club rifle, I'm ready to move up and get my own rifle. Unless I see...
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I'm currently developing a T3 223 1/8 twist for my eldest and am very happy. The stock trigger breaks almost as good as my CG and G+E triggers,...
12 Replies
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Last post by !Peter!
Wed Apr 25, 2018 5:51 am
jongmans rifles
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johno »
Sat Apr 21, 2018 8:24 am
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what can anyone tell me about jongmans target rifles.are parts easy to get or interchangeable with other makes, what quality are they are many people...
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Keith and Matt thanks for your honest answers, a simple question on this forum can save a lot of money and disappointment down the track, thanks
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Last post by johno
Mon Apr 23, 2018 7:51 pm
scope question
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macguru »
Sun Apr 22, 2018 5:42 pm
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Has anyone tried both a VORTEX GOLDEN EAGLE 15 - 60 X 52 and a Nightforce Competition 15-55 ??
If so , how does the Vortex stack up ?
cheers Andrew
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Andrew, I own two of them, one of each reticle. I like them and thought they were on par with the NF Comp, at least to my eyes. Both track and I find...
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Last post by willow
Mon Apr 23, 2018 10:43 am
Stocks for Musgrave Actions
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argh »
Wed Apr 18, 2018 1:15 pm
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Hi All
After some advice on stock inletting for an older Musgrave target rifle. In particular, how different are they to standard M98 Mauser...
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Thanks for the offer of the target stocks guys, this is for our club rifle which is set up with a scope as an F Class rifle for visitors/newbies. The...
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Last post by argh
Sun Apr 22, 2018 10:38 am
SEB NEO maintenance
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Peterla »
Thu Apr 05, 2018 1:35 pm
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Hi All
I have one of those great SEB NEO's that has served me really well for about 4 years
I have just removed the bags and the top plate to see so...
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Good talking to you Pete!!
Always happy to help anyone, my contact details are not hard to find.
I am also happy to service the rests myself and...
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Last post by jasmay
Sun Apr 15, 2018 10:38 pm
Powder Load
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EWM »
Thu Apr 12, 2018 12:24 pm
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HI. Has anyone got a starting load strait 180 vld 7mm284 with 2213sc ADI powder
EWM
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That was the best load from testing for me. Re John's thought on primers, I have found I have better results with C.C.I BR2,but I only use 2209. Only...
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Sat Apr 14, 2018 7:10 pm
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