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Offline wileynet

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new handi( new to Me)
« on: September 17, 2011, 10:43:23 AM »
just picked up a new handi in 223 for 125.00 any accurizing suggestions, recommended loads
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Re: new handi( new to Me)
« Reply #1 on: September 17, 2011, 11:31:44 AM »
Check the serial number on the FAQ section to see what year you have. That should help you determine what barrel twist you have (1:12 vs 1:9).  I would shoot it first before making any changes.  If for no other reasons to see what changes your changes create. 


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Re: new handi( new to Me)
« Reply #2 on: September 17, 2011, 11:35:38 AM »
BTW, great price!

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Re: new handi( new to Me)
« Reply #3 on: September 17, 2011, 07:44:45 PM »
Lots of accurizing tips in the Accurizing section of the FAQs.

Tim
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Re: new handi( new to Me)
« Reply #4 on: September 18, 2011, 03:16:51 AM »
Congrats on an excellent buy.  Shoot it first, then see if you need any accurizing tips.  I have many that shoot just fine as they came from the box.  DP
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Re: new handi( new to Me)
« Reply #5 on: September 18, 2011, 08:18:18 AM »
Ditto what they said. And awesome price!
My 1-12 twist 223 Handis love Varget and 50gr VMAX as well as 52gr MatchKings.
Pick up a box of Win White Box 45gr JHP's at WallyWorld and see what she can do before you mod it.
 
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Re: new handi( new to Me)
« Reply #6 on: September 18, 2011, 10:11:48 AM »
Good buy!!

To start, I would only check the basics like scope base screws, scope rings, a clean oil free latch and shelf. Then clean the barrel. Other than that, I agree with above, go shoot it!!

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