AllaSnackbah
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Or just use mk211 and splatter bitches
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What is your "Long Range" Rifle Platform?
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Or just use mk211 and splatter bitches
AllaSnackbah
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Lol at these threads honestly, they always turn into "308 iS nO gOoD fOr 1000 yArDs!" and then it devolves into this:
I shoot a 16" 308 gasser out to 1k regularly, its not that big of a deal, being a competent shooter, knowing your rifle, ammo, and the atmospherics is what matters, more so than trajectory charts and constantly chasing the newest hipster bullet featured in gun digest. Id prefer to invest in a 308 and a good kestrel, LRF, quality glass with a tremor reticle, and a spotter over chasing the latest PRS Kardashian round and platform any day.
All that said, if you're not cheating "oN tHe tWo wAy rAnGe bOrThEr!" you're wrong, its really nice not having to dial or worry about wind as much with say something in 6.5 creed vs 308. 1000 isnt really that impressive of a benchmark anymore, 1000 is certainly in 308s realm but its past 1000 where things like 6.5, 338, etc are going to really assert dominance. So yeah, i really want an SR25 in 6.5 creed but for now my 308 f***s hard enough.
Oh and while im at it, hnnnnnnnnnnnnnngaidaynoodleflex
I shoot a 16" 308 gasser out to 1k regularly, its not that big of a deal, being a competent shooter, knowing your rifle, ammo, and the atmospherics is what matters, more so than trajectory charts and constantly chasing the newest hipster bullet featured in gun digest. Id prefer to invest in a 308 and a good kestrel, LRF, quality glass with a tremor reticle, and a spotter over chasing the latest PRS Kardashian round and platform any day.
All that said, if you're not cheating "oN tHe tWo wAy rAnGe bOrThEr!" you're wrong, its really nice not having to dial or worry about wind as much with say something in 6.5 creed vs 308. 1000 isnt really that impressive of a benchmark anymore, 1000 is certainly in 308s realm but its past 1000 where things like 6.5, 338, etc are going to really assert dominance. So yeah, i really want an SR25 in 6.5 creed but for now my 308 f***s hard enough.
Oh and while im at it, hnnnnnnnnnnnnnngaidaynoodleflex
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@mav ah ok. I couldn’t tell exactly what color the rifle was. Crappy phone screen hahah. It looks nice though.
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You always have to consider the shooter. For me, my M82A1 is about 2 MOA. But that’s for me. I am the reverse side proof of “it’s not the arrow, it’s the Indian”. I have some very high end gear and still shoot like s**t. Though even I can get 1 MOA groups with my Bergara BPR17 PDC Comp Chassis in 6.5CM.
Soundwave
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Why's the barrel installed upside down?
Haven’t stretched its legs yet, but look forward to getting out to 600 soon. Love my ARC. I still think it’s the best $2500 you can spend on a rifle.
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MPA just sent an email, saying order is complete, with a UPS tracking #. that was not too long.so, i finally committed.
the custom build would be fun, but, for the worst or for the best, will see, but i decided to go with this one - in 6 dasher and triggertech diamond trigger - will see how it will work out for me.
MPA BA PMR Pro Rifle II - MasterPiece Arms, Inc.
Masterpiece Arms builds World Class Rifles. We start with our industry leading Chassis System, utilize the Best Actions and Triggers produced, and a 416R SS Handlapped Barrels provide some the best shooting, most accurate rifles in existence. Designed, Built and Enhanced by Long Range Shooters...masterpiecearms.com
ordered also sets of type S dies, bushings, extra tool heads for dillon, and now will need to find brass for it somewhere.
only downside - all 6 dasher stuff is sold out, no brass and no berger hybrid bullits nowhere. i have a 100 of lapua 6 br and some hornady 105gr to fireform, will see how will that go.
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Is that a 6 ARC or 6 Creedmoor? The labels are confusing.
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It’s an ARC rifle in 6 Creedmoor
Sorry, it’s 6mm Creedmoor out of my ARC (American Rifle Company - Nucleus Rifle)
Silencer Co Omega 36m
Hornady Match 108 ELD
Silencer Co Omega 36m
Hornady Match 108 ELD
My buddy is over at Forbes shooting 800, 900, and 1000 yards with his Palma rifle (308, iron sights). Thought people would like to see what a 308 can do at distance. Keep in mind this is prone position with a sling as the only means of support; no bench, bipod, or rest of any kind.
50wt
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How big is that target ?
The 10-ring is 20", X-ring is 10". The aiming black is 44".
Beautiful.
slipknot
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Very impressive! Your buddy is a very good shot
Brian is pretty good. He was on the Army Reserve team. Distinguished, 495 and 792 Club; all with the M14.
Palma Rifle is new to him, but if he sticks with it, I bet he could be on the National team if he wanted.
That is DAM impressive long range scores for sling prone with irons ! Outstanding. I WISH I had the eyes, I love the challenge of iron sights. You mentioned "Palma" rifle , what type of rifle and sight is used for this type of event ?
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FYI , another rifle with amazing accuracy considering the era of rifle technology :
Whitworth Rifle
The Whitworth rifle was imported from England by the Confederacy, where it was used to arm southern snipers.
www.americancivilwarstory.com
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3.3.1 U.S. Palma Rifle
(a) a rifle with metallic sights chambered for the unmodified .308/7.62 mm NATO or .223/5.56 mm NATO cartridge case.
(b) any service rifle with metallic sights chambered for the unmodified .308/7.62 mm NATO or .223/5.56 mm NATO cartridge case.
Curious to hear how this shoots. Looking for something similar
.338 remington ultra mag, Leupold scope. but my shoulder can not take the pounding anymore, so its become my hangar queen.
A Savage .300 win mag is what i hunt with now.
A Savage .300 win mag is what i hunt with now.
No long range set up.
My mid-range (out to 600 yards) is a Remington 700P LTR in .308 with Leupy MK4 3.5-10x40 with M3 knobs. I’ve had it for about 15 years.
Shoots slightly better than MOA with 168gr FGMM. Shoots like a laser with hand loaded 165gr Sierra Game Kings out to 300 yards.
My mid-range (out to 600 yards) is a Remington 700P LTR in .308 with Leupy MK4 3.5-10x40 with M3 knobs. I’ve had it for about 15 years.
Shoots slightly better than MOA with 168gr FGMM. Shoots like a laser with hand loaded 165gr Sierra Game Kings out to 300 yards.
Received the rifle today - it came with rubber torn on the stock, will try to communicate with the MPA.
Also as a smaller annoyance - they shipped it in a plastic carry case as they announced on the web site, but it is not tall enough to fit this gun with any scope attached to it.
Both things indicate of cost cutting approach and lack of attention, i guess. well, it is what it is. i hope it will at least shoot well. will see.
overall it looks ok.
Rockrivr1
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That sucks as the first impression is very important. I was considering these guys for my rifle as well. Definitely let us know how it shoots!
I like their chassis, but have stayed away from buying a rifle because of the mixed reviews/feedback about curtis actions
i saw some, cannot comment on it yet. it feels fine as of now, will see.
I've seen a ton of positive reviews too. I think it all depends on which forum you listen too.
well, the major complaint was about material to be a 416 that is easier to machine, and it handling high pressures not as good as 17-4, but it is not truly the factor for my rifle in 6 dasher, but, of course - it is all going to be crystal clear after first couple of shooting sessions.
from what i can tell now - i do not see obvious enough burrs on the steel, bolt moves smooth enough when lubed - probably a bit more play on the open bolt compared to LRP bergara, but nothing too bad. feels smooth enough, again, will need to see how it shoots.
also a stupid arken 20moa mount i got for free cannot be used there, will have to use rings on it - so will have 20moa only from rail and not 40moa from both the rail and mount. well, it is what it is, again.
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