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Hi Mickster,
I would think that in that era that building up a Mauser 98 would be a better option. Oddly enough, Shotgun News, is running a series on homebuilding a custom Mauser 98 from an old action. In reading the first couple, it's written really well (including which actions to get and which ones to avoid) and seems to make it clear to understand how.
From a tinkerer standpoint, I'm considering doing it as a side project. If nothing else, it's like building your first cabinet. It takes a while and might look goofy. But, it works and you built.
Hope that's an answer.
Rich
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Amen Renee! Beven tuned my mags on both my Open and Limited guns. I'll tell you what, it's cheap insurance.
Rich
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Hi guys,
Chriss made a great suggestion in checking out Sniper's Paradise. Kurt, I'm thinking in a similar direction that you are.
I'm torn between building up a 700 through one of the good (forgive the characterization) 'sniper' gunsmiths or just getting say a McMillan Tubb 2000.
Access to mags and general durability seem to be two flags here, but don't know much about the latter.
Any info?
Rich
P.S. Chriss, on the USPSA Classifieds, Jeff C. is selling a DSA in .260 in case you're interested. Not a bolt gun but thought you might be interested.
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Remington Brass
Winchester SR Primers (although in a pinch, SP are fine)
VV N350
124 gr. Montana Gold, Complete Metal Jacket
After a ton of testing the Complete Metal Jacket yielded the most accuracy. 0.5" at 50 yards. Not too bad out of 5" barrel w/ 5 ports in it.
Rich
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Rudy Project Eyewear is the only way to go.
Technical stuff aside, with Advanced Performance Shooting, and Jim Shanahan, they sponsor a lot of matches.
Lynn, don't be too suprised. It is the new Army after all.
Hooah!
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Amen Chris. If recoil is that big of a concern/problem, try a good decelerator butt pad too (especially if you're shooting a Benelli...masacists
).Rich
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So I just got my September/October issue of Front Sight yesterday and in my normal fashion read through it. Now, while I consider myself educated in shooting, I am quick to acknowledge that which I don't know.
After reading Mike Voigt's article on Manual rifle, I have to admit that my head hurt.
So, I wanted to find out (especially from the SOF guys) do they have any equipment/rifle setup and practice tips? Currently, I'm working toward a 700 in .308 (I love simplicity) with a Horus Vision or Leupold scope on it. After that, I figure that it will (when I get it...ever) go to a rifle smith to work their magic.
Then, get my sling(s) and figure out bullet drop, attempt to figure out doping, and then just practice, practice, practice.
Any thoughts?
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I kind of like the rules that were in place at the 2001 (?) Area 6 Championships that were held at Ant Hill in North Carolina (gorgeous range by the way). Each bay was roped off and a nice big sign posted at the front of each stage stating something to the effect:
If you are not a member of the squad currently located on this bay, you will be disqualified from the match, without exception.
Now, I don't think that this was a matter of avoiding gamesmanship or anything of the sort. I think that it was driven by allowing the squad and shooter to be able to walk through their stage without inconvenience (I think the other standing match rule was that ONLY the on deck shooter was allowed to walk through the stage...and enforced).
I personally prefer both forms of restricting view of the stages. Like I said, not for any other reason than allowing each shooter their time to review, work and shoot the stage. I've made this a rule, to be enforced with procedurals (for interuppting shooters) or verbal tongue lashing (usally the case
) at local matches that I run. It's common courtesy and just makes everything run smooter. Just my two Lincoln's,
Rich
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I second everything that Jim said. I was skeptical as many friends had broke their rods and complained of how the gun felt. However, last year, I dropped one into my Open gun (which was already ultra fast) and immediately felt the gun cycling even faster. The feel was a little weird at first, but I think that was more acknowledging how fast I was getting back on target.
After tuning my recoil spring and the Sprinco secondary spring I can tell you that the gun runs so sweet now it's a true pleasure to shoot.
I was given a Recoil Master to test, and quickly destroyed it in about 600 rounds.
The Sprinco's I have are well crafted, superbly machined parts. Alan stands behind everything that he sells and will be more than happy to walk you through some of the spring setups. Too, Jim will be more than happy to assist, if you see him at a match.
Just my two Lincoln's.
Rich
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George,
Having only shot club level and regional 3-Gun matches, my exposure is to a degree limited. We really have to shoot weak/opposite handed?
Crap, as if it wasn't hard enough!
Rich
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Hi Bucky,
Since we're only talking L10, I know for many, the splits are faster. For me this is the case, due to the smaller grip and can capture more of the gun and control recoil better.
As for reloading faster. The hi-caps are on average better, but don't forget that Robbie won the 1994 Limited Nationals with a single stack. The kicker to this is that Arnt Myre (spelling) finished second (and I think Jack Barnes finished 4th or 5th). All used single stacks against hi-cap frames (Paras, McCormick's, etc.).
I have a friend that shoots in Oregon and he asked me, what gun would I shoot, dollars aside for L10 and Limited. He wanted a complete gun (i.e. non-gunsmith) so I suggested the STI Edge w/ the single stack grip (they do make one). He can switch grips, one load, etc. But it's a Limited gun, in .40, set up for L10. You can run SVI, S & A, etc. magwell and are rollin'.
Just some thoughts.
In the end, it comes down to personal preference for L10. Although, there is a rumor that L10 will go single stack only.
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Hi Bill,
Fortunately, I have an ace in the hole. My brother is a sports nutritionist and kinesiologist so I got the full skinny from him prior to doing a modified Atkins. Basically, pure Atkins does work. The first time I did it, I dropped 25 pounds in 6 weeks with no exercise.
The modification that we made is as follows:
Breakfast - Balanced Protein and Carbohydrate meal w/ option of more protein
Mid Morning - Myoplex meal replacement bar/shake (by EAS)
Lunch - Pure Atkins lunch
Mid Afternoon - Myoplex meal replacement bar/shake
Dinner - Balanced Protein and Carbohydrate meal w/ option of more protein
Here's another key. You must exercise! If you're going to only do aerobic, do so in the morning. Your body burns calories and carbohydrates much more effectively in the morning as it's not having to work through the days food. Second, incorporate weight training into your exercise on alternate days from aerobic training.
The modification is based in part to the Bill Phillips, Body For Life (which absolutely works!). His premise is one carb for one protein. Alternate, and focused exercises and one cheat day per week to prevent backsliding.
I'm a little more intense (or masacistic). In the last 3 months, I'm down 40 pounds of fat and have gained 15 pounds of muscle. My body fat percentage has gone down 10%. I know what you're saying. -35 pounds in 3 months? The difference is that the fat and muscle are being developed at a rate to where they will be more apt to not backslide. I work out twice a day and have additional supplements in my plan but the results will be similar. The energy levels are extremely high and haven't felt as good since I played tennis professionally.
Hope that helps. Write if you have questions.
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Todd,
Another fun one is when you're 'bench' shooting and the guy next to you places his soda on the same plane as the comp and in your peripheral vision you see a flying soda can.
Pretty cool.
Rich
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Twice as many bullets = Advantage.
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Hi Pete,
MGB's are not the only way to go, but they are a personal and large favorite. You can safely make major with 155's. Try Vihtavoury N320 or 3N37. Both will do you well. I want to say that your load will be somewhere around 5.0 +/- grains, but only testing will tell your exact load. The other thing is that don't forget to load them long. It will reduce felt recoil and make the gun feed more reliably. Spec OAL for .40 is 1.135". I load them at 1.200" w/ some friends going out to 1.250" (I think. Basically as long as it still fits in the mag).
As for JHP's, there is no appreciable accuracy gain for the additional cost.
If you choose to go a lead or moly bullet, that will work too. Oregon Trail makes great bullets in both styles.
In general, I stay away from plated bullets, after seeing how many were keyholing on friends' open guns. Plating shearing off is kind of a bad thing.
Hope that helps.
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The cheapy Remington Yellow Jackets (or whatever they're called). You know the $5-10 a brick stuff from Wal-Mart/Big 5 Sporting Goods.
Red, don't take it personally. It's probably more of an ammo problem. However, outside of very few guns out of the Springfield Armory Custom Shop, I don't recall Les Baer being that reputable a 'smith...guild or not.
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Hi Josey,
The Fobus (Uncle Mike's) GL-2 Tactical Holster is really cool. I'm getting a fairly consistent 1.05 draw with it. Slower than my draw out of my Ghost, but obviously more practical. As for mag pouches, the Fobus 'tactical' ones are nice.
The holster is around $17 and the mag pouches are $13-17, depending on single or double. All from Brownells'.
Rich
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Hello,
Kelly's description is right on. My current IPSC/IMGA Open gun has the tank style JP comp. The gun shoots very flat and is back on target quickly. Probably better for your situation.
My practice partner has the BC comp. As a result of practice with him, my new gun will have the BC comp though. The straight back recoil fits my style a lot better.
Eric is right too. They're both REALLY mean for spectators (and RO's...hehehe).
Rich
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Remember the steadfast IDPA rule. If Bill Wilson, Ed Brown or Les Baer don't sell it, it's probably not legal. Oops. Failure to advertise right penalty.
Cleats are not legal as they are competition equipment. You wouldn't really be wearing them on the street now would you? However, for some reason, you cannot do a reload to retention into cargo pants pockets, go figure. These are not "tactically correct" but the obviously bogus photographers vest is?
Not to bash IDPA, although I will for a minute, they can go a bit too far. The spirit of the game is one thing, but I know that at one of the IDPA Nationals, there were more than a couple of people, who had sewn aluminum aircraft cable into their pants pockets to have it stay open and thus do faster reload with retention.
Just my two Lincolns. For the record, I do enjoy IDPA.
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The Marvel kit is great. Much, much better than the Kimber, Cierner and Colt. Mostly because in a well built gun, it will run. I used it while practicing for the steel challenge and for fun playing with NRA Action Pistol. It's accurate and fun. For $300+, it's a bargain.
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Hi Benny,
Finally got off my butt and looked at a Simmons catalog. Are you recommending the illuminated reticle or the non-illuminated?
Also, does anyone have a source for "good" prices on Aimpoints?
Thanks,
Rich
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What do y'all think about the S & B slugs? Just curious. I'm probably going to go with Remington and/or Federal reduced recoil.
As for factory loaded ammo, thinking 1-1/8 oz./2-3/4 to 3 dram # 7.5's or 8's and # 4's who's got good prices by the case?
Thanks,
Rich
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Hi Gordon,
Pretty cool. So is that mount for the Aimpoint specifically designed to align with the ACOG? Lastly, what's the Optima/Fire Point for?
What do y'all think of Gordon's set up? I'm considering now to just get an ACOG? If so, is the 4 x 32, pretty much standard?
Lastly, outside of Brownell's, where can one score an ACOG at a good price? How about Aimpoints (picked my last one up off of a prize table)?
I love collecting information.
Rich
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Gordon,
SB23, definition of a shotgun as an assault weapon. Basically apply similar physical characteristics:
- magazine that holds more than 10 rounds
- protruding pistol grip
- barrel less than 16" (not sure on the exact length)
- etc.
Fortunately, if you have a pre-1994 1100 or 11-87 (???) you're totally fine.
Off the record, DOJ and local PD's/Sheriff's (state wide about 80%) are not enforcing SB-23 except for AR's.
Rich
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