Recent content by Dr. Vette

Are you going via Atlanta, or elsewhere? I’ve heard horror stories before regarding Newark and firearms, and we did Atlanta. @xphunter - great write up and a great time despite the firearms issues. There is nothing like an African safari.

I have a 6mm Rem in a similar vintage rifle that I received from the wife of a patient who passed away. I bedded the action, swapped out the trigger, mounted a high quality scope, and that thing shoots incredibly well with 95gr Nosler Ballistic Tips and RL-19 powder. I know that the RL-19 is...

Weight sorting is a waste of time if you're going for small differences in weight. If there are large differences (grams), and you have mixed lots of the same headstamp, you might see a bit of improvement from one to the next. However, to verify you should then verify the volume of them after...

That looks quite nice for the age. If you have a spot where there's a chance at closer range, it would be fun to use again.

Which Ruger? I ask because if your rifle is covered in the list, I have installed a couple of the Backstop recoil pads and find them FAR better than other aftermarket pads: https://backfireshop.com/products/backstop-recoil-pad?srsltid=AfmBOorwAYeIYpG-xcVBa7gcaVZCcXgw5mtCEOhWjlfhLrqJO8vdNu-b We...

What make/model of rifle is it?

I'll put in another vote for the Marlin 336 in 35 Remington. I have used it for whitetail here in MI, but chose the 35 over the 30-30 should I "ever" need it for thick cover elk, and for black bear. In addition, I don't mind the fact that it's less common. The Hornady 200FTX does a good job...

Are there different part numbers on the backs of the cans?

I just called them, nothing sent back. Once you lap a set and see that they're good but not perfect, or have a set chip a scope, you don't mind lapping.

Norma Bondstrike 105gr is the only bonded one I can find >100 grains

I've had them warranty a set that was way out of line and I tried to fix by lapping them. They machine them to an "ideal" action and scope, but since those don't exist I usually lap them. I'll sacrifice a $50 set of rings before I sacrifice an expensive scope.

I have used many, many sets of Talley lightweight rings. They're my preferred combination when I can use them, whether my rifles, family or friends. I do often lap them once installed just to avoid any slight pressure they might put on the scope. You usually don't have to, but I'm picky.

We're hoping to use 223 and 6.5 CM with suppressors to gain some range in a couple of places. I haven't used my 450BM in 5 years, but this change brings in some nice possibilities.

It's definitely worth the visit!

We used https://www.hunterssupport.com/hunters/ and it worked very well. A local friend helped us fill out the forms using his as a template. I would not attempt to go through Tambo on my own after watching the experts guide us through. I used this for a lock box for ammo...