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IIdahoCTD replied to the thread entry/mid level binoculars.All models of Leica's are better then about any non European glass. Swarovski's are good too but I found the same thing a previous...
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IIdahoCTD replied to the thread 6.5/06 AI 500 yard ladder results.New brass has more room to grow then fireformed brass so even though fireformed has more capacity it typically requires lower powder...
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IIdahoCTD replied to the thread this seasons hunting plans.This is the first time in a long time I currently only have 1 elk tag. I will try to fix that this week when they offer the returned...
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IIdahoCTD replied to the thread 6.5/06 AI 500 yard ladder results.They kill well too. My kids have killed several elk, with 6.5x47 and 6.5prc, and my dad has killed at least a half dozen elk with them...
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IIdahoCTD replied to the thread 6.5/06 AI 500 yard ladder results.I'm surprised the 147's shoot that good at the upper node. Guys stopped shooting them over 3k in competition because they'd come apart...
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IIdahoCTD replied to the thread entry/mid level binoculars.I would try to find a used pair of Leica Trinovids in the 500 range. You will thank me for it even if your wallet doesnt.
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IIdahoCTD replied to the thread Back in the 1990's.I put in for muzzleloader hunts for deer, elk and antelope this year and didnt draw any of them. My kids will get muzzleloader tags for...
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IIdahoCTD replied to the thread Back in the 1990's.I used TC Maxi Hunters, I think they were called, and Buffalo bullets. The TC's are a pre-lubed solid lead bullet.
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IIdahoCTD replied to the thread Back in the 1990's.Mine is a Renegade .54. I shot some hogs, a deer and a few elk with it. Still have it too.
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IIdahoCTD replied to the thread Weatherby MZY.For that I'd use proven components like a Brux barrel. It may not be much cheaper to build your own but knowing what components are used...
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IIdahoCTD replied to the thread Douglas barrels.If I wanted a cheap barrel I'd do a Wilson from Ragged Hole Barrels. All of the ones I've used where pretty accurate with one being...
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IIdahoCTD replied to the thread What is "reasonable" accuracy for a hunting rifle?.I would try again with 3 shot groups and throw in another box or two different ammo. Browning rifles tend to have very thin barrels and...
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IIdahoCTD replied to the thread Daydreaming the next rifle build....You have to heavily modify a factory action to remove a good deal of weight. Defiance takes 4-5oz off the bolt with heavy fluting...
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IIdahoCTD replied to the thread Daydreaming the next rifle build....A complete BDL Remington 700 LA weighs about 2.25lbs without any lightening. Some of the lightest carbon stocks, classic style, weigh...
