Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
02-26-2011, 11:23 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 1,956
Re: Long Range Rifle Project; Opinions Please.
Ill do another Savage pretty soon with the .378" boltface so ill have the 'littleuns' covered, this savage is the .473" boltface and is fitted with a CBI .308 match barrel, itll cover most of the...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
02-25-2011, 05:44 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 1,956
Re: Long Range Rifle Project; Opinions Please.
Hi Again JLA,
I'm getting to old to get the stuffing kicked out of me. Most of the guns I have are muzzle braked to keep the recoil down. My 300 Win Mag kicks like a 243 and my 338 Lapua kicks...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
02-24-2011, 03:40 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 3,573
Re: .223 or .204 Caliber
Hi dkyser,
Some people might laugh but I'm an avid varmint hunter. I like watching varmints explode in my scope. I put a muzzle brake on all my varmint rifles. A 223 with a muzzlebrake does...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
02-24-2011, 03:23 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 1,956
Re: Long Range Rifle Project; Opinions Please.
Hi JLA,
I noticed your rifle is based on the Savage action? Let me give you a few more ideas you might want to do in the future.
I've done a few model 110 actions and a couple model 12...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
02-21-2011, 09:58 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 724
Re: marlin 30.30 lever action scope options?
Hi gregw,
Depending on what you want to do, On a Marlin 30/30, I like the Tasco PDP3. It is a red dot sight that I use on any brush gun. You don't have to worry about eye relief and all...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
02-21-2011, 09:10 AM
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Replies: 29
Views: 1,761
Re: Target Rifle suggestions?
Hi ariggsd,
At one of the ranges I shoot at, we have a 600yd Bench Rest match. There are four classes we shoot in. These are all fun shoots and they are fun!
1, Factory class. Any...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
02-19-2011, 09:04 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 462
Re: 30.06 tripple shock
Hi,
I have been using around 56gr of H-4350. The TSX bullet likes to be .050" - .070" off of the rifling to get it;s best accuracy. This bullet works great on game.
Catch you later,
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
02-19-2011, 08:56 AM
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Replies: 15
Views: 865
Re: New Sniper rifle
Hi,
I have the same scope on my 338 Lapua Mag. I have enough adjustment to reach out to 2400 yds with my rifle. That scope has 140 MOA of internal adjustment. That is more than enough...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
01-29-2009, 01:05 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 747
Re: L.E. Wilson Dies.
Hi Again,
These dies are used with an Arbor press. They are for neck sizing only. It is a totally different way of reloading.
Catch you later,
The Big Dog
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
01-27-2009, 12:28 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 747
Re: L.E. Wilson Dies.
I have a couple of these dies. Very accurate dies. I have them for my Bench Rest rifles. They are sure different to use.
Catch you later,
The Big Dog
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
01-02-2009, 08:02 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,038
Re: Savage Rifles: The Specifics
Hi,
I don't think you could do any better than getting a Savage model 12. I think it is the best factory rifle on the market. I've built a few custom rifles and the Savage Model 12 is my pick...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
06-10-2008, 05:09 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 2,825
Re: Ok down to 2 ! What'd ya choose?
Hi Again,
I just spent half a day trying to get a new Remington 700 to shoot. The trigger was set at 6 1/2 lbs, The barrel was pressing hard on one side of the barrel, The crown on the barrel...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
05-29-2008, 07:52 AM
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Replies: 19
Views: 1,313
Re: SKS
Hi,
SKS's are a lot of fun to shoot and I think you'll be happy with any of the models you choose. Now, let me ask you a question? What are you looking for? Are you going to leave it stock or...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
05-05-2008, 01:05 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 577
Re: Need a guide rifle, any suggestions?
Hi,
If you are a hunter, the caliber you use is pretty much up to you as long as it is a legal caliber to hunt the game you are after. As a guide, other peoples lives are in your hands. If you...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
05-05-2008, 12:29 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 580
Re: particular scope
Hi again Uncle,
I know how you feel about your Leupolds. I have 3 VX-3's and like them very much. I have since tried the upper end Millett and been very impressed with them. I've tried the...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
05-04-2008, 08:44 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 580
Re: particular scope
Hi Uncle,
I have a Nightforce and It's ok. I also have several Leupolds and like them very much. I had a chance to shoot a 338 Lapua Mag with a U S Optic scope on it and it was a pretty nice...
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
05-03-2008, 04:50 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 394
Re: specific use of scopes
Hi,
I have a Nightforce 12-42 BR scope. This is the second one that I've had and they both have been lemons. I have another friend who has had 3 and after having them fail druing a 1000yd...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
05-02-2008, 07:33 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 585
Re: 45-70 Guide Gun
Hi,
Weren't the Guide Guns already ported from the factory? The one I shot was.
Catch you later,
The Big Dog
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
05-01-2008, 08:02 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 3,998
Re: Best Scope?
Hi Again,
If you lived anywhere close, I'd let you try a couple of my scopes to see if any would work for you. If you are looking for clear scopes, check out the Simmons Atec. Very clear...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
05-01-2008, 01:52 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 3,998
Re: Best Scope?
Hi,
Here are the problems I've had with my Nightforces. The first one, when I mounted it on my rifle, the crosshairs were about 10 degrees canted from the turrets. I sent this scope back and got...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
04-29-2008, 09:26 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 3,998
Re: Best Scope?
Hi again Dirty,
A guy I know who has a Super Sniper and likes it very well. He tried a TRS-1 and now has one of these. He still has his Super Sniper for a backup. They're both good scopes for...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
04-26-2008, 01:27 PM
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Replies: 30
Views: 3,998
Re: Best Scope?
Hi Ditrypacman,
What kind of problems are you having with your Nikon? I've had problems with my Nightforce and have had to send it back for repairs. I won't waste my money on Nightforce again....
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
04-26-2008, 12:38 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 1,181
Re: Bore Cleaning
Hi Thomas44
For cleaning barrels, there is only one cleaning solvent. Bore Tech's Eliminator. Best cleaner I've ever used. Removes copper as fast or faster than Sweet's 7.62 and is not...
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
04-24-2008, 03:24 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 442
Re: MAJOR MAG
Hi Mag,
I have a 338 Lapua Mag and I load for a friends 338/378 Weatherby. Both are nice long range calibers with plenty of power out past 1000 yds. Jesse's little gun, 30/378, was kind of a...
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
04-23-2008, 05:15 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 675
Re: OPTICS
Hi Magaholic,
Let me throw a monkey wrench it the works. I have a Nightforce 12-42BR scope and several Leupolds target scopes. The scope that is working the best for me on my 338 Lapua Mag is...
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
04-23-2008, 04:59 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 511
Barrel threads?
Hi,
I'm getting ready to replace a barrel on a CZ in 221 Fireball. I need to know what the threads are? They are not quite 20 tpi. Are they metric? Where can I find a source for barrel...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
04-22-2008, 02:00 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 3,998
Re: Best Scope?
Hi Thomas44,
I've tried a couple of the Millett lower end scopes and have not been that impressed with them. Steve, the general manager at Millett, sent the TRS-1 to a friend of mine to test...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
04-22-2008, 12:48 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 1,956
Re: Long Range Rifle Project; Opinions Please.
Hi,
If I were to build a long range rifle on a budget, I'd look at the Savage 110 rither in 30/06 or 300 Win Mag. I just rebarreled A Savage in 300 Win Mag set up for long range shooting. I'm...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
02-20-2008, 03:12 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 893
Re: 338 Lapua Magnum
Hi Gary,
I don't have a AR-30 but I do have a 338 Lapua Mag. With a good muzzle brake, the recoil on mine feels like a 308. A lot of people are afraid of mine but after they shoot it once, I...
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
02-05-2008, 07:50 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 907
Re: Tips on building a stock from scratch
Hi Midnight_Couger,
If you want to make a stock from scratch, you might want to start with a piece of 4" Wide x 8" Deep x 34" long fir or hemlock to practice on. Nothing will piss you off more...
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
02-05-2008, 07:15 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 429
Re: .257 Vanguard Stock and Floating?
Hi,
Let me tell you something from experiance. If it ain't broke, don't fix it. You'll only fix it until it's broke.
Your gun is shooting very good groups. I'd leave it alone unless you...
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
02-05-2008, 06:59 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 793
Re: 220 Swift
Hi Justdoug,
If you want to build the rifle yourself, you might want to look at a Savage Action. It might be easier to just buy the whole rifle. Replace the barrel and stock when you get...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
01-21-2008, 12:14 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 7,238
Re: 22-6mm ackley improved questions
Hi,
Ok, what do you want to know? I have two and have built one for a friend, There is a cartridge called the 224 TTH, Texas Throphy Hunter. It is a 6mm Remington necked down to 22...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
01-21-2008, 10:01 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 594
Re: Wildcat
Hi,
Are you sure you want to get into making your own wildcat? It's a lot of fun but it's also a lot of work. You need to settle on a parent case you want to use. What caliber do you...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
01-05-2008, 09:05 AM
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Replies: 68
Views: 3,357
Re: Your Next Rifle?
Hi again guys,
I was looking at Savages web site and they finally came out with my dream rifle. It is a Savage Model 12F Class. It is a 6.5x284 Norma with a 30" barrel and a 1-8" twist. ...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
12-30-2007, 09:01 AM
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Replies: 13
Views: 962
Re: Favorite "Obsolete" Cartridges
Hi,
My father-in-law had an old Winchester lever action in 33 Winchester that I kinda liked. It was a 45/70 necked down to 33 caliber. I was impressed with this old gun.
Catch you later,...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
12-30-2007, 08:50 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 571
Re: Please help
Hi,
I've just seen a new Savage target rifle with a 30" bull barrel for shooting at the longer ranges. With the 30" barrel, you should get 200+ fps over a 22" 308. The Savages I have shot...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
12-30-2007, 08:33 AM
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Replies: 68
Views: 3,357
Re: Your Next Rifle?
Hi Guys,
I have a lot of Old, Factory, and Custom rifles and the one I'm looking at now is the Savage model 12. They have one with a right hand bolt, left hand port just like the custom actions...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
12-30-2007, 08:17 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 924
Re: What caliber is the best.
Hi Doug,
If the ranges you are going to be shooting at are under 150yds, one of the guns I'd be looking at is the SKS. Same power as the 30/30. Ten shot semi auto. Very light recoil. Cheap...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
12-29-2007, 11:56 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 788
Re: 22-250
Hi Catfish,
I have a lot of questions to ask you before I can be of any help. I assume you are a varmint hunter because you have a heavy barreled Remington. I also assume you are open to the...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
12-29-2007, 10:18 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 682
Re: bolt action injuries
Hi,
I help out at one of our local ranges and have seen alot of strange things. I've seen two bolt actions blow up this year. One blew the barrel up and the other one cracked the action, bolt...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
12-29-2007, 10:04 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 7,741
Re: Remington Sendero SF 2 Accuracy?
Hi,
I help out at one of the local ranges and see several Senderos being shot there. Accuracy isn't to bad for a factory gun. I have a sendero but it has been blueprinted and has a Kreiger...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
12-28-2007, 08:38 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 2,825
Re: Ok down to 2 ! What'd ya choose?
Hi again Jonny,
Let me run this idea by you. Savage has made it very easy for you to change barrels yourself. Why don't you get the rifle with the barrel and stock you want for target shooting...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
12-08-2007, 07:25 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 3,998
Re: Best Scope?
Boy, you sure know how to open a can of worms. There are a lot of good scopes out there depending on what price you are willing to spend. I have and have had several good scopes. Nightforce,...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
12-08-2007, 06:49 AM
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Replies: 30
Views: 2,825
Re: Ok down to 2 ! What'd ya choose?
Hi,
I like your choices in rifles. With the caliber you are choosing, I'd go with the Savage Model 12. Reason? Most acurate rifle out of the box. Later on you can change the barrel to...
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Forum: The Ammo & Reloading Forum
12-02-2007, 11:34 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 3,048
Re: Lost River Bullets
Hi Josh,
Unless you have a barrel especialy for the LRB bullets, don't waste your time on these bullets! Been there, Done that. I have a custom Remington Sendaro chambered in 300 Win Mag with a...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
12-02-2007, 10:27 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 7,092
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
11-03-2007, 08:07 AM
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Replies: 16
Views: 7,092
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Forum: Technical Questions & Information
08-15-2007, 10:20 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 863
Re: scope for 300 mag
Hi Bigbubba,
I help out at my local rifle range helping people sight in their rifles. I sight in more rifles in a year than you'll ever shoot in a lifetime. I'll give you a list of scopes that...
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Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun
08-14-2007, 08:42 AM
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Replies: 11
Views: 961
Re: Remington 788 Triggers
Hi Eric,
Did you get a copy of the plans I sent you on modifying the 788 trigger? I think you are really going to like the 788 Remington. I'm down to seven right now but I'm always looking for...
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