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The next thing to spend money on
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PeteFox »
Tue Aug 10, 2021 5:22 pm
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Cases that aren't brass with but with similar ballistics to brass but using 10% less powder.
Looks like it has steel case head insert
Who's going to...
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Single use plastic ammo cartridges ?? Gosh what a silly idea !
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Last post by macguru
Wed Aug 11, 2021 9:13 pm
Gordons Reloading Tool - A QuickLoad alternative
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PeteFox »
Sun Apr 26, 2020 11:47 am
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For those that have plenty of time and are technically minded, I have found a replacement/substitute for QuickLoad.
Some background: Quickload was...
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Many hours and hundreds of rounds stuffing around with the 308 and 200gn hybrids and when I went back to GRT we were within .1gn of each other (and I...
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Last post by UL1700
Wed Aug 11, 2021 8:16 pm
WTB Dandy Trickler
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Dicko »
Thu Aug 05, 2021 8:12 pm
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Hi Fellas,
Just wondering if anyone has or knows of a Dandy 2 speed trickler for sale.
Asking here before I start looking for a new one.
Cheers
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Hi Dicko,
I see BD28's Dandy and raise the Targetmaster.
Allan, who designed and made the Dandy 2 also made this!
Way better - you get the...
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Last post by tachyon
Thu Aug 05, 2021 11:35 pm
284 load for Lapua 284 brass, Berger 180vld
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GlennA »
Wed Jul 28, 2021 4:57 pm
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Hi guys, I’m new to fopen. Getting a new 284 built with Barnard action, 32” 8.5twist Bartlein using the new Lapua 284 brass and Berger 180 vld’s....
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Velocity is 2773 fps
cheers
cliff
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Last post by Cliff Austen
Wed Aug 04, 2021 10:48 am
Maximum load 6.5x47L 130's
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Central Desert »
Sat Jul 31, 2021 11:03 am
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G'Day, I'll be taking deliver of a new 6.5X47 in the next month and plan to use ELD-M 130 grain with 2209. The rifle has 1:8 28" heavy varmint...
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BD28; It is a Kelbley Atlas Tactical Action.
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Last post by Central Desert
Mon Aug 02, 2021 10:09 pm
Beginner info
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Jrod »
Thu Jul 29, 2021 1:06 pm
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Gday,
This is just an enquiry, I am looking to get into target rifle shooting and would just like some info or point of contact in regards to...
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Thanks again tachyon,
I’ll check out all of that equipment so I know what I’m looking for.
What’s your thoughts on the thumb hole stock? I have...
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Last post by Jrod
Sat Jul 31, 2021 3:40 pm
ADI 308 Brass Redding Bushing Insert
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9.3x64 »
Sat Jul 31, 2021 9:49 am
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Hi,
Does anyone happen to know the outside neck diameter of a ADI/OSA 308 loaded cartridge?
Just wondering what bushing I will need for a Redding...
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Brilliant, exactly what I was after. Thankyou.
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Last post by 9.3x64
Sat Jul 31, 2021 10:59 am
Collet die for SAUM
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saum2 »
Mon Jul 26, 2021 8:09 am
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Does LEE make Collet dies for Rem SAUM?? and who might supply one in Aust?
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Just be careful and explain that you want the whole neck sized. 3 of us on here got some collet dies and when they turned up we found the top mm or...
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Last post by Tim L
Thu Jul 29, 2021 9:21 pm
Nielsen Action Torque Setting?
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Blindbat »
Wed Jul 28, 2021 9:19 pm
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OK guys, what settings do you recommend to torque a Nielsen action in a standard stock.
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Here is an article on suggested torques for the various rifle components we torque up.
As you will notice a common value is 65 in/lbs for action...
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Last post by tachyon
Thu Jul 29, 2021 12:03 pm
new Tikka T3 firing pin spring?
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Plasmaboy_au »
Mon Jul 19, 2021 11:31 am
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I have an old faithful Tikka T3 that's about 15 - 16 years old. The firing pin spring is getting a bit soft. And ideas where I can get a new one? I...
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Firing pin springs came in from Lumley today .. standard and a +10% spring, collet and several retaining clips.. two sets were just under $60 AUD
If...
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Last post by Plasmaboy_au
Thu Jul 29, 2021 10:19 am
Eagle Eyes
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CamoWhamo »
Wed Jul 28, 2021 1:58 pm
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Can anyone school me on Eagle Eyes.
I bought a front sight that came with a 0.5 diopter eagle eye.
There's no guarantee that the sight i bought has...
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Place the eagle eye in front of the ring or adjustable aperture, so on the target side of the ring.
The concave side should then be facing you.
Look...
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Last post by NDO
Wed Jul 28, 2021 7:36 pm
Stock Length
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GlennA »
Sat Jul 24, 2021 9:13 pm
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What is the best or most used stock length for fopen with a 32” parallel barrel? I understand ones desired length of pull will have an influence so...
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Yeah at 38 you can still reach your rest without issue..
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Last post by BRETT B
Wed Jul 28, 2021 12:27 pm
MDT 6mm BR mags
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Plasmaboy_au »
Wed Jul 07, 2021 10:59 am
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I was looking at AICS magazines for an upcoming 6mm brx or dasher build. The MDT mags look good but being 12 rounds, I don’t think its an option for...
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The only way to go IMHO: (available through LRP Solutions)
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Last post by ajvanwyk
Mon Jul 26, 2021 4:08 pm
Rem700 Action Spanner
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Weairy »
Thu Jul 22, 2021 4:47 pm
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Hi all,
Who can recommend what in a rear-entry style action spanner to suit Rem700 SA?
Or even better, who might have one for sale?
Cheers
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I’ve got the BRT one and it works wells.
Use Nulon L90 on the threads per smiths recommendation.
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Last post by disb
Thu Jul 22, 2021 9:53 pm
284 Win and heavy bullets
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PeteFox »
Thu Jul 22, 2021 2:46 pm
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I have a new barrel arriving soon, chambered in 284Win and throated long for heavy projectiles, specifically 197 Sierra MK.
I have to make up my...
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2213sc would be the first powder I try for that bullet. It works very well with 184s, but that 197 is a bloody big bullet.
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Last post by willow
Thu Jul 22, 2021 7:03 pm
RPM for projectile disintegration ?
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Josh Cox »
Mon Jul 19, 2021 5:00 pm
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Interested to know what RPM 308 projectiles blow apart ?
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Many older barrels were deliberately made slightly undersize. Newer ones of good heritage these days are spot on.
An overly tight barrel results in...
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Last post by pjifl
Wed Jul 21, 2021 11:17 am
Stock compatability
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Mick_762 »
Mon Aug 20, 2018 5:23 pm
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I know the Omark has gone through a few iterations of action screw locations - however....
Does anybody know if the Nielsen MN600 and the Omark...
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Thanks mate, but that threads a near on 3 years old.
That Nielsen's gone the way of the dodo for me. Changed to a different style of shooting and the...
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Last post by Mick_762
Tue Jul 20, 2021 4:01 pm
Neilsen action for F Class
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Spaceman »
Wed Jul 07, 2021 8:53 pm
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Hi Guys, first post. I’m currently a very active Sambar hunter in Vic, however my time will come to an end soon enough, and I’d like to transition...
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Hey spaceman.....i have 4 Neisens 3 i use in f/open nd 1 my wife uses in t/rifle.....all have Davies triggers ...they as good as any action for the...
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Last post by dgeorge52
Tue Jul 20, 2021 12:23 pm
Barnard P spare parts
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Pablolig »
Fri Jul 16, 2021 3:21 pm
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Does anyone know when I can get the ball bearing that goes behind the cap?
It is a Barnard P action.
Thanks!!
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Thanks for the info
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Last post by Pablolig
Sat Jul 17, 2021 2:59 am
Lithgow LA105 woomera
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macguru »
Sun Jun 20, 2021 5:19 pm
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I just had a few questions about the Lithgow LA105 woomera and I thought a few people on here may have bought one so .... (probably 6.5 creedmore)...
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After shooting with the boys from Lithgow Arms and playing their toys. LA105 will shoot great in SH class. Using supplied Hornady Precision Hunter...
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Last post by Valk
Wed Jul 14, 2021 10:37 pm
Tips for reducing extreme spread
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tachyon »
Sun Jun 27, 2021 6:37 pm
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So, I’m shooting F/TR at 1000-1200 where ES and SD really matter.
What are your reasonable expectations?
What are you tips for delivering less is...
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The aim of reducing extreme spread is to reduce vertical at long range. However James you seem to have got your ES very low. what if your vertical is...
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Last post by PeteFox
Thu Jul 01, 2021 10:52 pm
What’s you favourite YouTube Channel?
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tachyon »
Thu Jul 01, 2021 7:36 pm
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With 1/2 the country in lockdown and Netfix having very little shooting related content YouTube offers the potential for a quick fix.
So, what is...
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Forgotten Weapons. He does some really in depth technical analysis of all different types of obscure and not so obscure firearms.
Michael
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Last post by bully_eye
Thu Jul 01, 2021 10:10 pm
Sierra or Berger
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scott/r »
Sun Mar 17, 2019 5:30 pm
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Ok, sometimes I'm a little late to parties, but can someone tell me why everyone says the 155.5 bergers are the go to projectile compared to the 2156...
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I’m aware this is an old post but I’m a new fclass std shooter and I'm trying to learn. I’m getting 0.010” variation in my Sierra 2156 projectiles...
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Last post by GlennA
Sun Jun 27, 2021 6:39 pm
Press recommendations
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Jackal »
Sun Jun 13, 2021 6:16 pm
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Hi Guys,
I’m due for a new press as want to upgrade my existing Lee press that is very sloppy.
Not keen of coax costs but thinking around $500....
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Yeah, nah. It doesn’t work like that. Trust me I have one that has slop and it is a dog of a thing. Your press needs to run true without slop, dies...
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Last post by Bigtravoz
Thu Jun 24, 2021 6:26 pm
Budget Scrope rings
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BATattack »
Mon Apr 12, 2021 6:19 pm
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Hi all
I'm gradually progressing most of my target and hunting rifles across to picatinny rails and rings. I'm running good quality rings on the...
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Burris Zee rings are another good option.
For heavy Duty LR hunting I particularly like the Burris XTR rings.
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Last post by Mick_762
Mon Jun 21, 2021 3:09 pm
Bang-For-Buck Scopes
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Weairy »
Thu Apr 22, 2021 4:19 pm
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Hi folks,
Trying to put together a budget-friendly rifle for Sporting/Hunter class. The biggest stumbling point I have is finding a decent scope...
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As much as I would love to be able to spend big dollars on a scope it doesn’t always work out that way. For about 2 years I have shot f class with a...
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Last post by Bigtravoz
Sat Jun 19, 2021 9:28 pm
300 Blackout fired in .223
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bainp »
Fri Mar 19, 2021 4:22 pm
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From Accurate Shooter forum with photo of disintegrated rifle action.
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I thought it was more like pooof……..watch the ram laugh at you,,,,,,,,wait a little bit more……… tink.
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Last post by Bigtravoz
Sat Jun 19, 2021 9:14 pm
Barrel Trends
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AlanF »
Sun Oct 11, 2020 6:50 pm
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In the last few years, I've heard of more F-Open shooters in particular, changing from 5 groove canted land barrels to 4 groove square lands. What is...
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You mean as Savage still do. lol.
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Last post by Bigtravoz
Sat Jun 19, 2021 9:08 pm
Delta Optical Stryker 5-50x56
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Pinkes »
Wed Jan 24, 2018 5:12 pm
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Hi guys
Any of you have experience behind this scope? It looks like a great buy.. Great glass, 1/8moa adjustment,high mag,zerostop and lots of...
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Thanks mate I ended up with MDT elite rings. Zeroed today, Very impressed by the scope! Had it next to a night force comp, and two new vortex golden...
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Last post by Bigtravoz
Sat Jun 19, 2021 5:03 pm
Lee Factory Crimp Die
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chinga »
Fri May 28, 2021 9:35 pm
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Hi
Just wondering if anyone is using the Lee Factory Crimp die on their reloads?
Does it change the velocity of your bullet? Does it help make the...
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Tried it and all i found was it stuffs up the case neck.
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Last post by Tim L
Sat Jun 19, 2021 11:44 am
Cause of miss fires found
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superx10 »
Sat Jun 05, 2021 4:48 pm
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I recently have had a few miss fires with new Palma brass and CCI 450 primers and on taking the offending cases home and pushing the primers home...
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Hello All
The anvil(what you call the spider), has to sit proud of the cup to stop premature ignition. When seating a primer it requires...
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Last post by bolster55
Sun Jun 06, 2021 8:05 am
Lapua 284 brass specs
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willow »
Mon May 31, 2021 8:58 pm
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For those of you out there keen to get your hands on straight 284 brass by Lapua, here is a link to some measurements...
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Last post by willow
Mon May 31, 2021 8:58 pm
Caldwell FireControl
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RWA »
Wed May 12, 2021 2:26 pm
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Hi all.
I have a Caldwell Fire Control front rest & it is getting a little jerky. I am sure that a grease & oil change will do it wonders....
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I and my OZ friend Peter both bought Firecontrols some years back.
We soon found the bad features of it, so we modified them! We took the insides out...
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Last post by Normmatzen
Fri May 28, 2021 2:49 pm
Hoover die distributer?
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BATattack »
Wed May 26, 2021 10:23 pm
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Hi all
Anyone know who in Australia stocks Hoover pointing dies and sleeves?
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When I bought my setup a couple of years ago John Hoover was excellent to deal with. Likewise when I bought a die from him last year.
The outsourcing...
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Last post by 6.5x55ai
Fri May 28, 2021 6:42 am
ADI 223 BRASS
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pgcpty »
Mon May 24, 2021 10:41 am
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FWIW Ive been using ADI 223 Brass for my 223REM FS reloads with great results for the past 3 years having previously used Lapua.
The ADI case volume...
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While I have not used a 223 myself, I have assisted two shooters with their 223s. Both of them had tried Lapua and ADI and both eventually stuck with...
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Last post by RDavies
Mon May 24, 2021 9:36 pm
8208 powder
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carlread308 »
Sun Apr 18, 2021 10:41 am
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Does anyone else use 8208 powder in their 223, I'm loading the max recommended load of 21 grains with not good results, thoughts comments suggestions...
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I'm, responding to this topic rather late in proceedings but have had outstanding results using 8208 with 80gr projectiles in my F Standard rifle...
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Last post by pgcpty
Sun May 23, 2021 2:30 pm
Pro an con of a 32” barrel over a 30” barrel
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Bluza »
Sat May 15, 2021 8:39 am
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Ok so I am very green in fclass and pretty much in big bore as well
My first build Is to go into F standard FTR
I am getting very confused as the...
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Short n fat is where its at mate :D
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Last post by Quick
Sat May 22, 2021 3:23 pm
Federal .223 cases.
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Old Trev-39 »
Fri May 07, 2021 7:56 pm
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My step grandson has Federal and Winchester .223 cases once fired by him. I am taking him through the reloading process to get him shooting reloads...
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Hi Frank,
Yes these do have the crimped primer pockets. Have not tried the pocket reamer I have been given yet.
Cheers,
Trevor.
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Last post by Old Trev-39
Tue May 11, 2021 7:47 pm
5c Remington Bolt Disassembly Tool
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tachyon »
Mon May 10, 2021 2:46 pm
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I like having the right tool for the job but what if you, like me, don't own the right tool, and (perhaps) can't even buy it because nobody has one...
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No one mentions the old Omark. You don't need any special tool except an appropriate coin to take the guts out of the bolt body.
Just screw up the...
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Last post by pjifl
Tue May 11, 2021 8:53 am
5.56x47L
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Missed »
Sun Apr 04, 2021 10:05 am
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So I had one of these built a few months back with the thought of shooting 80.5 Berger Fullbore projectiles off the mound
And 69 gr SMKT for paddock...
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I loaded up 38 grains of 2209 for 3500fps and this seems to work well with the 80.5 grain Bergers
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Last post by Missed
Thu May 06, 2021 6:38 pm
Berger 155 Gr HYBRID Projectiles Set-UP
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bobped »
Fri Apr 30, 2021 3:50 pm
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I suppose like everyone else I'm getting a bit short on projectiles. While fossicking about in cupboards I've discovered a few hundred 155 Gr. Berger...
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My 308 and a few others I heard of prefered .030" jump with the 155 Hybrids
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Last post by RDavies
Thu May 06, 2021 1:35 am
Action screw tension
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ShaneG »
Mon May 03, 2021 7:19 pm
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Our standard rifles are Barnard P in laminated stocks with alloy V Blocks.
What is the thoughts on best torque setting for the action bolts?
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All my stocks are veeblocks for my Barnards in Mastin stocks , Keith Hills set them at 60inch/lb and shoot amazing
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Last post by cheech
Tue May 04, 2021 7:42 pm
Inconsistent shoulder bump starline brass
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Matt_hau »
Mon May 03, 2021 12:32 pm
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HI all, does anyone have any issues with consistent shoulder bump on starline brass? I anneal every time, use a whidden die without the decapping pin...
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Leaving the case in the die for a consistent count each time I have found makes a big difference, but it sounds like inconsistent hardness to me
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Last post by Rich4
Mon May 03, 2021 7:46 pm
MAB built OMARK 44R reliability
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BD28 »
Tue Apr 20, 2021 7:18 pm
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Hey guys.
Chasing some info from people who may have had and shot the later MAB built OMARK actions.
I have a 1988 built M.A.B 44R with a current...
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I have shot 210gr SMKs quite successfully from an Omark. I don't stoke them up quite as much as for my Davies or RPA actions. As an earlier post...
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Last post by bsouthernau
Sat Apr 24, 2021 7:59 am
Millennium Trigger
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FrankW »
Fri Jan 29, 2021 12:51 pm
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Does anyone know of a good trigger to replace the standard trigger on my Millennium action?
Cheers
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PM sent
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Last post by AndrewP
Fri Apr 23, 2021 7:58 am
AR 2206h OR AR2208
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fapope »
Sun Apr 18, 2021 8:36 am
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I have been shooting Long Range ( F Standard) quite casually for a number of years and always used AR2208 in my .308. This powder loaded with 46gr...
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I run 2 x .308's.
1 is Palma brass, 155.5FB, long throat and ar2206H at 3080fps.
2 is standard Lapua brass, 155.5FB, long throat and ar2208 at...
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Last post by DenisA
Mon Apr 19, 2021 8:57 am
Loads for the 7 SAUM
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Mark7saum »
Sun Apr 11, 2021 7:43 am
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Hi folks,
Pretty new to F Class, and while I have reloaded for years, new to reloading the 7 saum.
Would really appreciate any info on the...
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Thanks Macguru, I have now tried load work ups in both 2209 and 2213, with the 180 hybrid, 2213 seems to be the most accurate and consistent (low SD)...
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Last post by Mark7saum
Sat Apr 17, 2021 5:40 am
7mm - 08 Ackley Improved information Blog!
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plumbs7 »
Wed Jul 08, 2015 7:17 pm
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Hello there , I'm developing a load for 708 Ai . I'm a little stuck! 46 gr of 2209 have a a Fps of 2718 Fps. Ok sounded good . 46.8 of 2209 should...
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My apologies, I use a Redding 7-08 ai neck die . No bushing . Not sure which is best as I’ve used both FL and neck dies and both have performed!
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Last post by GSells
Thu Apr 15, 2021 8:11 pm
Different powders
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Wiseman7187 »
Fri Mar 19, 2021 9:50 pm
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Hi everyone,
I'm pretty new to shooting and will be starting reloading soon,
but wanted to ask if anyone can give me a run down on powders.
In the...
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Toilet paper 2.0 , unbelievable to think of the volume being distributed at the moment, I do wonder how much is being shot vs stored though?
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Last post by Rich4
Wed Apr 07, 2021 7:28 am
Windreader
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Ratgun »
Mon Apr 20, 2020 7:40 pm
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Has anybody used or recommend windreader program.
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Hi, as we are getting out and about more is there any intention to revitalize the website/program? Cheers, Rene
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Mon Apr 05, 2021 11:48 am
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