Mossy Oak Forum / Hunting / Rifle Range

Reloading

rodngun — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 19:41:57 GMT

Anybody on here reload???

any 1 ever seen this

texomaoutfitters — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 02:11:06 GMT

this is a state issued smith and wesson model 99 i fired state issued ammo only ever and it done this

.204 Ruger or 22-250 Which one?

justsay937 — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 16:25:58 GMT

Purchasing a barrel for my T/C Pro Hunter and looking for some input. Want to shoot Prairie dogs, Coyotes, Crows and the like. Let me know your positive and negatives for each. Thanks

WOW To close for comfort

Mike_K — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 21:55:54 GMT

check this out WTF

http://s50.photobucket.com/albums/f347/Icefishman/?action=view¤t=BulletRicochetAlmostKillsShooter.flv

Alex takes his first!

AmericanWigeon — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 19:46:33 GMT

Alex & I went out looking for groundhogs tonight. He was able to take his first one using a .17 HMR @ 75 yards. Very proud of him!

Varmint Rifles - Which Caliber?

justsay937 — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 10:42:16 GMT

Buying a new barrel(s) for my T/C pro Hunter and i'm looking for some input.

My new Rifle!

scottbrake — Sun, 21 Jun 2009 23:39:21 GMT

Here my New addition: Savage 16FCSS 7mm-08 with talley lights and a Burris Fullfield 2 BP reticle!

youth rifle

buck123 — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 22:31:03 GMT

looking for a youth rifle,any ideas?will be for deer hunting

50 BMG

hamer — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 15:17:37 GMT

What do ya all think bout this??
ttp://s676.photobucket.com/albums/vv130/travis_083/?action=view¤t=50004.flv

Varmint Rifle

russellwilson — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 20:14:26 GMT

I am tired of putting 7mm amo downrange into varmints!
Looking into a .223 rifle AR style, need some input and see if anyone has used the rifle I am looking to buy. I am looking into the Rock River Arms rifles. A couple people I have talked to (one shoots 3 gun competition) have said that these are the best bang for your buck rifles out there. You can get a custom rifle put to gether to your specs for $1,100.00 - the optics that is up to you. You can choose different foregrip, barrels, optic rails, barrel twists etc. and still come in $300 under a stock S&W M&P.
Any input?

find history with a serial #

bowhunter67 — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 13:46:11 GMT

I would appreciate any help with trying to find a web site, a phone # or an address that I could go to, to try and find out the history of an older rifle that I had just inherited.
It is a winchester model 70 and was purchased in 1963 or 64. I don't know which one.

Deer Rifle Caliber

FL_Cracker — Wed, 17 Oct 2007 10:33:31 GMT

I'm just curious what everyone hunts with that is allowed to hunt with a rifle for deer.

Pick your favorite caliber for deer on the poll and then tell us why you like it, who makes it, post a pic if you want, etc. (Examples of why it suits you: Terrain, distance, brush, recoil, accuracy, sentimental, etc)...

Also state what your preference of optics is for that rifle or if you like just iron sights.

To not make it more complicated than necessary, these calibers are to include any WIN, WSM, WSSM, Wby Mag, etc., even though I know they're different. In your description, please specify if you prefer the short mag version.

And post your choice of ammo is for that rifle.

First Deer Rifle

ctswamphunter — Sat, 01 Dec 2007 09:01:20 GMT

I have never owned a rifle before. It has always been a shotgun or muzzleloader but, after the first of the year when income tax rolls around I was planning on buying one.

I am thinking of 30/30 because I don't shoot long distances. Where I generally hunt it is all hardwoods and swamp so I generally try to keep it short.
I was thinking originally 270 or 308 but I'm told that is overkill for the short distances I shoot and I was also thinking of a 243 because of less recoil but isn't that for long range as well.

Any help would be appreciated! I am usually a short range shooter if that helps.

Need help choosing a deer rifle

kendallmartin — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 17:08:17 GMT

I got a Mule Deer tag this season and since it is my first time I need to get a gun. I have been looking at different calibers and I kind of like the 25-06, any suggestions would be helpful. I want a caliber that would work good on both Mule Deer and coyotes. As for a gun I have been looking at the T/C Encore and The Ruger M77 Hawkeye. I have been looking at some of the Remington Models any suggestions on that would also be helpful. The most I would want to spend is $700.

help choosing new rifle

du9207 — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 02:30:23 GMT

im considering purchasing a new rifle any suggestions?? i want something with a small caliber. i saw the savage .17 hmr , the sales rep told me he has heard good things about the savage and accuracy of the .17 (im looking for accuracy between 150-300yards at range) i want something cheap no more than 400 dollars. the lowest i saw the savage was big 5 for $250. I haven't decided on the .17 im willing to change caliber to something larger and more accurate that you guys/gals might suggest.

Powder Load Question

Flintlock1776 — Sun, 07 Dec 2008 12:38:55 GMT

I have the 1st generation Rem 700ML and I got the conversion kit so I could use #209 primers.

Now I see the Nikon BDC scope that would be great due to the reticle markings for 100-250 yard shots using a 250 gr. bullet with 150 grains of powder behind it.

HOWEVER, in looking at the Remington ML manual it shows to load to only 120 Grain Pyrodex Pellets. I see I can now buy Pyrodex in 60 grain loads which helps.

So, will using the 120 grain load really impact using the Nikon BDC as they were very specific about sighting in at 100 yards using 150gr power/250 gr bullet combo ???

Let me know.

Thanks.

Next? Mossberg Poll...

NerdHick — Sun, 02 Nov 2008 03:45:58 GMT

Guys….

Check out the Mossberg site….link below…. They’re polling for the next chambering in their levergun… I'm thinking 308 Marlin Express….

http://www.mossberg.com

Winchester SXR 30-06

rippinyj — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 00:09:19 GMT

I got a Winchester 30-06 last season. I sighted in and have been shooting super-x 180 grain rounds and I really like it. I've noticed a lot of people use 150 grain. What are the pros and cons?

Remington Reduced Recoil Ammunition

justsay937 — Sat, 26 Jan 2008 12:03:03 GMT

Let me know how you feel about reduced recoil or reduced power level ammo.

Problems

gobble — Sat, 25 Oct 2008 12:57:32 GMT

A buddy of mine has a browning 270 , not sure the model... we attempted to sight it in today for about the 5th time this month and for some reason it's not holding a pattern at all. the scope rings are tight, shooting it off a shooting table (steady as it gets), and he first was useing federal 150grains... it holds a softball pattern at about 50 yards, all over the place but within a softball.. at 100 yards, its terrible. we shot numerous rounds out of it this morning and at 100, it's 8" high, then a foot low, then the same right to left.. all aiming dead nuts but thats the results.. we also tried the remington core loc 130's that i shoot, its a little better but pretty much the same.. he bought this rifle off one of his relatives used, but nice shape.. the barrel is clean and we gave plenty of time to cool down.. thinking warped barrel or something in that nature but we're both stumped. he went out and bought a lot of different brands of ammo in the past but nothing seems to work out.. dont know how else to try to help him out, any suggestions would be appreciated

How many handloaders?

CharlesB — Sun, 27 Jul 2008 15:16:58 GMT

Don't see to much loading information discussed. Do many of you load your own? Are you developing loads for the fall?

700 CDL .300 RUM

308win — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 17:12:09 GMT

I have an opportunity to pick up Rem 700 CDL in .300 RUM. The gun is like new. Not a scratch on it for $525. I love .30 cals but don't really need a .300 RUM. The Remington power level ammo does get my interest however I have always been a Hornady loyal shooter.. Figure I can shoot power level 1 and basically have a 30.06 with the ability of going heavier if I want. If any .300 RUM shooters can give me some feedback to help me decide, I would be grateful. By the way, I love Rem 700's. I have a 30.06 M700 that my son wants me to give him. Sounds like a win / win situation.

.270 Bullet Weight

CharlesB — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 19:40:17 GMT

Just to stir a little interest. Also will poll for the 30-06.

Stainless or Moly

308win — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 16:40:41 GMT

I'm looking to buy a new deer rifle. I have never owned a stainless barrel rifle, opting always for the blued chrome moly version. What experiences have you had with accuracy of stainless barrel rifles? Since I normally go with Remington, I was thinking of the 700 XCR in 300 WSM. I already have a .308 and 30.06. Don't really need a WSM. Just want one. Love those .30 cals.

Problems with my .35 lever action.

ShaneHallum — Sun, 12 Oct 2008 12:12:45 GMT

I've had my old Marlin .35 lever action gun for some time now. I dropped the gun last year and knocked the scope outta line. I decided to change scopes and sight in the gun with the new Hornady LEVERevolution shells. The gun is miss firing the shells like crazy. Could it be the primer is too thick on these new design bullets? Most .35 shells are rounded, or blunt nose. These are more like a long range round? Anybody have any thoughts?

30-06 Rifle Bullets

CharlesB — Tue, 14 Oct 2008 19:46:54 GMT

Some things of interest before deer season.

Deer Rifle Action

CharlesB — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 11:26:05 GMT

Just for the interest of the other deer rifle poll.

Bolt Action .30-06?

goodolcarolinaboy — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 16:40:38 GMT

Ok so I'm lookin into gettin a .30-06 here fore too long. I don't really wanna spend more than $400. I'm also not to sure as to whether I should get a bolt action, pump, or lever. I could really use some input here so as not to get ripped off. Thanks.

Fatback

Ballistics Resource

NerdHick — Mon, 14 Jan 2008 10:33:58 GMT

Take a look...for all you gunners!

http://www.hornady.com/ballistics/

Hornady put together some pretty neat tools online. The HITS Calculator is kind of sweet!

S&W I-Bolt

NoDak_Hunter — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 17:23:19 GMT

Anyone taken a look at these rifles? I saw an ad in F&S and looked it up, and looked at one at Scheels. Seems like a good gun.

My new slayer

hiagression — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 04:33:55 GMT

Just bought a BROWNING A-BOLT 7mm. It is going to be my new deer slayer! It has the smoothest trigger pull I have ever felt. Can't wait to zero that BOSS system in, but have to wait until turkey season is over!!!!

Looking for good 30/06

crump — Mon, 11 Feb 2008 17:59:44 GMT

Need some advice on a good 30/06 rifle for deer. I can't put
a whole pile of jack in one and would like to find one that
don't have a scope or at least has open sights. A combo
is ok too.

Pictures of my new AR15

TrailCamMan — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 20:26:30 GMT

When I built this AR I was looking for a long range one that I could use in competitions and for varmint hunting. It took about 2 months to build because I had a hard time finding some of the parts.

Here are the specs:

-Model 1 24 inch stainless steel fluted barrel in a 1-9 twist
-YHM free float 4 rail handguards
-Magpul PRS stock
-Spike's Tactical lower receiver
-Ergo pistol grip
-Bushmaster bolt carrier group
-Model 1 one piece scope mount
-Model 1 ladder style rail covers
-Magpul XT rail covers
-Magpul enhanced trigger guard
-GG&G tactical bipod
-Bushnell Elite 3200 scope

Close up of the Magpul PRS stock

Spike's Tactical lower with Ergo grip

GG&G bipod

The business end

Close up of the rail covers

And 900 rounds of fun! 62 grain M855 steel core penatrators.

Just for you gun Guru's...........

hutchies — Wed, 21 May 2008 16:52:00 GMT

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xe-QP8s1ZJc&feature=related

Just found this again and figured you would enjoy watching it.

DC crapper shoot

pabowhunter — Mon, 05 May 2008 18:24:28 GMT

Hey all, check this link out for the DC crapper shoot. We were on Fox 56 last night! It's cool seeing it make it to a local show and getting some air time.

http://media.myfoxnepa.com/special/localshows/tgo/2008/050508/050508_archive.html

reloading

bunnybuster — Mon, 21 Apr 2008 23:09:01 GMT

i would like to know the best way to find
the point at which the bullet comes in contact with the
rifleing in the barrel.from what ive read this is the best way
to determine the C.O.A.L. by backing of.o15 or so from
where the bullet contacts the grooves.....also any reloading info
for a .223 NEF.

Picked up another Gun.

shooter3 — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 16:38:40 GMT

I just picked up a new tikka t3 lite stainless in 270win. I can't what to shoot it!
Now I need to find a scope for it. I'm looking at the leupold vx-ii, Nikon monarch,
or the burris fullfield II. Wich one would you get?

My AR 15

Jason — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 19:26:58 GMT

I've mentioned here several times that I wanted to build an AR 15. With the help of TrailCamMan and FL_Cracker I set out and purchased individual parts to build it.

Here are most of the parts

Here is the completed gun

The parts as follows...
Bushmaster 14.5 Inch Chrome Lined Barrel
Bushmaster A2 Upper Reciever
DPMS/Panther Arms Lower Reciever
Rock River Arms Lower Parts Kit
6 Position Stock

The parts are still on order...
Bushmaster Bolt Carrier Group
Bushmaster Charging Handle
Down Grip for the forearm
Laser Dot sight

'yote rifle preference?

xOZx — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 14:41:39 GMT

Yall got a flavor you are keen to? How much has a fellow got to invest in a tack driver to get to the fields rid them of vermin?

I got an itch to down some dogs.

Transformer gun

pabowhunter — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 12:07:32 GMT

Look at this weapon. Interesting concept for sure.

http://ca.youtube.com/watch?v=D99NHb6B03s