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Offline Keith L

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Re: Backpack Rifle
« Reply #30 on: September 20, 2007, 12:01:22 AM »
I can't tell from the picture.  Are the mounting holes for the base located in the part that extends over the taper?  It isn't uncommon for bases to be in space, but the part that secures the base must be firmly mounted and flat.

One of the problems of a system where a scope is removed and replaced is that you are going to have some movement in point of impact each time you remove and replace it.  How you tighten it each time with a system like you show can make at least as much difference as you discuss (two inches at 100 yards).  And for sure if you don't get it perfectly tight then you can have that much wiggle between shots.  Swapping sight systems is not a recipe for extreme accuracy.

Good luck with your project.
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Re: Backpack Rifle
« Reply #31 on: September 20, 2007, 02:16:37 AM »
kmac

Thanks for the posts on the project.
I am about to take on smaller scale version in .22lr.
My contender match stainless barrel will be cut & crowned at 16.5".
Will be puchasing quick detach rings for the clearidge 3-9 I have on it.
A neat little takedown that will fit into an axio hardshell backpack.

Bob
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Re: Backpack Rifle
« Reply #32 on: September 20, 2007, 07:38:20 AM »
I just got that scope base for my encore ml.  Works pretty well, except I stripped out the slots on the adjustment screws right away,  EABCO is sending replacements.  Haven't tried it with a scope yet.

I don't think the overhang is your problem.  My Warne base on my 308 barrel hangs over a bit too & shoots fine.

I believe that my 308 needed and pretty much barrels in general need (1) some break-in and (2) to find the right bullets before they start shooting well.  Give it some time & feed it more & different rounds.  First 40 shots of cheap ammo were all over the place.  Improved quickly after that.  Mine didn't like the power shocks - it likes Fusion ammo, though.
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Re: Backpack Rifle
« Reply #33 on: September 21, 2007, 08:58:53 AM »
Quote from: nels on September 20, 2007, 07:38:20 AM

I don't think the overhang is your problem.  My Warne base on my 308 barrel hangs over a bit too & shoots fine.

I believe that my 308 needed and pretty much barrels in general need (1) some break-in and (2) to find the right bullets before they start shooting well.  Give it some time & feed it more & different rounds.  First 40 shots of cheap ammo were all over the place.  Improved quickly after that.  Mine didn't like the power shocks - it likes Fusion ammo, though.

I agree.. give it some time.
good luck.
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Re: Backpack Rifle
« Reply #34 on: September 21, 2007, 05:20:30 PM »
I'd agree if the POI's were walking around all over the place.  The regular shift right-to-left told me that there was a problem.

Turns out that the problem is not the rail, it's the scope itself.  Something inside it is wacky, which is pretty rare for a Nikon.  Exchanged it for another (same thing) and will get back to the range to check it out.
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Re: Backpack Rifle
« Reply #35 on: October 03, 2007, 01:01:42 PM »
(Insert big sigh of relief and satisfaction here.)

Finally got the "new" new scope mounted and made a trip to the range.

I'll make this short and sweet - Sub-1 inch groups at 100 yards, sub-2 inch at 200 yards shooting off my backpack as a rest.  I'll have to get a real vise and see just how accurate it can be.

While I was cleaning up, a guy and his son showed up with a Savage 110 with a Leupold 3.5-10x50 scope.  They were having trouble with it, and asked me to shoot it.  It hadn't been zeroed.  I zeroed it and shot clovers at 100 yards.  SWEET trigger.

Now I'm thinking hard about getting my trigger reworked and cut that 8 or 9 pound pull down a bit.
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Re: Backpack Rifle
« Reply #36 on: January 10, 2008, 06:56:19 AM »
Anything new on your BackPacker rifle?  Did you hunt with it or do any more shooting?
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Re: Backpack Rifle
« Reply #37 on: January 11, 2008, 08:46:30 AM »
Sounds like a good combo.  If I were setting up something similar, I would most likely go with the lighter weight Contender in .375 Winchester.  Not a hard recoiling round but big enough to take most anything in the lower 48.
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Re: Backpack Rifle
« Reply #38 on: January 13, 2008, 04:10:37 AM »
Nice setup.  I've always been a little skeptical about the quick release mounts without loosing zero.  On a side note your length is legal but you may need a concealed carry permit to keep it hidden in a backpack should the wrong ranger come along.  I would also opt for a sidearm if you plan on a bear attack.  Don't think she(momma and cubs) will give you time to dig that rifle out and put it back together.  Glad it shoots good for you.

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Re: Backpack Rifle
« Reply #39 on: February 12, 2008, 03:44:23 AM »
Nothing really new.  Haven't had time to continue the work on the iron sights or trigger but I'll keep you posted.

Yeh - I do have the carry permit.  This rifle is not for self-defense, but rather for hunting.  My 1911 is for self-defense.
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Re: Backpack Rifle
« Reply #40 on: February 12, 2008, 11:02:27 AM »
That is one beautiful rifle, I am a big fan of open sights and quick release scope rings. I am trying to get a setup like that for a contender carbine myself, still
in the works just have a regular scope setup know but am looking for a longer mount  for the contender barrel. Thanks for posting the pictures for us, this
really helps to keep focused on our projects. Good looking gun.
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Re: Backpack Rifle
« Reply #41 on: February 15, 2008, 12:09:09 PM »
My Warne Ring Mounts typically return within 1" of zero.  But no, they are not perfect.
I still generally use them, and leave the scope on the rifle.  Then if I need to remove and use irons I can.


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