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Offline nilescoyote

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My entry into the long range hunting world
« on: March 19, 2008, 08:46:19 PM »
FN SPR 300wsm w/ JP brake, badger bolt knob, adj cheek rest, Leupold Mk4 4.5-14 tmr scope in Burris extreme rings and factory 20moa base.


results during load development
190 berger VLD, Norma cases, H4831sc powder, WLR primers
5 shot groups at 100


Now if I can do that with out a benchrest in field conditions.  :)
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Re: My entry into the long range hunting world
« Reply #1 on: March 20, 2008, 01:21:02 AM »
Nice!

Looks like a very good start!
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Re: My entry into the long range hunting world
« Reply #2 on: March 20, 2008, 01:45:32 AM »
Nice! I always wanted a JP brake, they are huge but it pays off. Keep it up and let us know how ya do when you stretch those legs and how she shoots at 500 and further.

Note: I love the Burris tac rings, for the $$ they cannot be beat. I've tried several other brands that cost 3 to 4 times as much and I'll never toss my $$ out the window again, I will get those rings on every rifle of mine from now on :)
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Re: My entry into the long range hunting world
« Reply #3 on: March 20, 2008, 07:21:47 PM »
Quote from: sniperVLS on March 20, 2008, 01:45:32 AM
Note: I love the Burris tac rings, for the $$ they cannot be beat. I've tried several other brands that cost 3 to 4 times as much and I'll never toss my $$ out the window again, I will get those rings on every rifle of mine from now on :)

Thanks, I almost spent the money on a more expensive set of rings, I'm so glad I didn't.  I was so impressed with the fit and finish I ordered a second pair for a different project.
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Re: My entry into the long range hunting world
« Reply #4 on: March 21, 2008, 01:42:39 AM »
Friends and relatives have already ordered some for themselves after seeing them. My cousin thought they cost $120.00 or so when he held them before I mounted them. He was shocked when I told him they cost a 3rd of that! Burris is onto something, their bases are great too. Highly recommended!!  ;D

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Re: My entry into the long range hunting world
« Reply #5 on: March 21, 2008, 01:19:03 PM »
Very very nice set up. Dale
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« Reply #6 on: March 21, 2008, 01:30:38 PM »
Where did you guys find these rings? I am going to be needing a pair that are 30MM. Thanks Dale
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Re: My entry into the long range hunting world
« Reply #7 on: March 21, 2008, 03:01:23 PM »
I have a set of those on my VTR.  Got mine from Midway and you can get a set in 30mm.
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« Reply #8 on: March 21, 2008, 04:42:00 PM »
Quote from: wareagleguy on March 21, 2008, 03:01:23 PM
I have a set of those on my VTR.  Got mine from Midway and you can get a set in 30mm.
Thanks I found them at SWFA. Dale
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Re: My entry into the long range hunting world
« Reply #9 on: March 21, 2008, 08:01:58 PM »
SWFA probably wont have them in stock and you wont know until a few days go by and you get an email saying they are back ordered. I like the place but 90% of their items are always out of stock. I got mine from OpticsPlanet and they cost less too, about $6.00 less not to mention they come from Illinois or Michigan and arrive a lot sooner compared to being shipped from Texas.

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Re: My entry into the long range hunting world
« Reply #10 on: March 21, 2008, 08:18:29 PM »
I purchased my 1st set on midway, and the 2nd (for cheeper) here http://usarmorment.com/optics-accessories-scope-rings-c-7_16.html


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Re: My entry into the long range hunting world
« Reply #11 on: March 23, 2008, 06:42:16 AM »
Nice rifle and group.
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Re: My entry into the long range hunting world
« Reply #12 on: April 21, 2008, 10:11:55 AM »
Congrats, looks like a shooter!

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Re: My entry into the long range hunting world
« Reply #13 on: April 24, 2008, 10:18:39 PM »
Thanks!

Looks like I will be taking this out to Montana on my mule deer hunt in November. I found out a few days ago that my hunting party all drew tags. It will be my first out of state hunt, I'm looking forward to it. I'm planning on bringing extra ammo to try some long range prairie dogging.
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