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Posted: 10/17/2014 1:52:41 AM EDT
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Posted: 10/17/2014 2:56:53 PM EDT
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sorry, im not qualified to contribute to this thread
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Posted: 10/17/2014 3:18:38 PM EDT
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Here are my friends Lars and Stephen flashing "Ms" after smacking an E-type for the first time at a mile -- Lars shooting a hot-rod wildcat, and Stephen shooting a converted Czech surplus 7mm Rem Mag Mauser rifle:
A couple of places where we shoot: 
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Posted: 10/17/2014 3:29:47 PM EDT
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Nice setup.
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Posted: 10/17/2014 6:48:34 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/17/2014 8:42:23 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryWhat spotter are you using? |
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Posted: 10/18/2014 2:25:10 PM EDT
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Some shots from a few years back when out shooting ELR with Chey Tac in Idaho. First pic has targets out to around 1500 yards and the second and third were out to 2500. Second and third pic are the same but second isn't magnified. Red dots where put on pic under targets.
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Posted: 10/18/2014 3:42:01 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Sinister:
Here are my friends Lars and Stephen flshing "Ms" after smacking an E-type for the first time at a mile -- Lars shooting a hot-rod wildcat, and Stephen shooting a converted Czech surplus 7mm Rem Mag Mauser rifle: http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e379/tuckamony/gangsigns.jpg A couple of places where we shoot: http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e379/tuckamony/mileday2.jpg http://i56.tinypic.com/2pyytnb.jpg Would that happen to be a little west of SLC or Eagle Mountain area? |
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Posted: 10/18/2014 4:09:53 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Rob01:
Some shots from a few years back when out shooting ELR with Chey Tac in Idaho. First pic has targets out to around 1500 yards and the second and third were out to 2500. Second and third pic are the same but second isn't magnified. Red dots where put on pic under targets. <a href="http://s23.photobucket.com/user/Rob01/media/P1010661.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b385/Rob01/P1010661.jpg</a> <a href="http://s23.photobucket.com/user/Rob01/media/P1010662.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b385/Rob01/P1010662.jpg</a> <a href="http://s23.photobucket.com/user/Rob01/media/P1010663.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b385/Rob01/P1010663.jpg</a> <a href="http://s23.photobucket.com/user/Rob01/media/P1010610.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b385/Rob01/P1010610.jpg</a> Care to provide any additional details on those 2500yd shots? The only thing in those photos that surpasses the beauty of the countryside is that rifle. |
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Posted: 10/18/2014 4:20:24 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Rob01:
Some shots from a few years back when out shooting ELR with Chey Tac in Idaho. First pic has targets out to around 1500 yards and the second and third were out to 2500. Second and third pic are the same but second isn't magnified. Red dots where put on pic under targets. <a href="http://s23.photobucket.com/user/Rob01/media/P1010661.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b385/Rob01/P1010661.jpg</a> <a href="http://s23.photobucket.com/user/Rob01/media/P1010662.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b385/Rob01/P1010662.jpg</a> <a href="http://s23.photobucket.com/user/Rob01/media/P1010663.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b385/Rob01/P1010663.jpg</a> <a href="http://s23.photobucket.com/user/Rob01/media/P1010610.jpg.html" target="_blank">http://i23.photobucket.com/albums/b385/Rob01/P1010610.jpg</a> How do you like that USO spotting scope? I see them every now and then for sale used at a good price. Worth the money in your opinion? |
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Posted: 10/18/2014 4:22:25 PM EDT
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What do you want to know? Sizes were about IPSC man targets. They had one at 3000 but it had been knocked over a few weeks before we went out.
Yes it was amazing countryside. We were out there for 3 days and had a blast. Shot the 408 Chey Tac, Barrett M82A1 .50 and a guy brought up a .416 Barrett. The CheyTac was much easier hitting at extended ranges than the other two. |
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Posted: 10/18/2014 4:24:02 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By OIF_Vet08-09:
How do you like that USO spotting scope? I see them every now and then for sale used at a good price. Worth the money in your opinion? Don't like them at all. They are very hard to sight through and give a lot of eye strain. I call them a headache waiting to happen. It's like holding up a scope as opposed to an actual spotting scope. |
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Posted: 10/18/2014 4:37:25 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Rob01:
What do you want to know? Sizes were about IPSC man targets. They had one at 3000 but it had been knocked over a few weeks before we went out. Yes it was amazing countryside. We were out there for 3 days and had a blast. Shot the 408 Chey Tac, Barrett M82A1 .50 and a guy brought up a .416 Barrett. The CheyTac was much easier hitting at extended ranges than the other two. Conditions and hit percentages (as best remembered) would be interesting. |
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Posted: 10/18/2014 4:49:28 PM EDT
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Conditions were what you see. Nice sunny days which was really nice. We had just come from a sniper comp down in Boise where it was hot, around 100-105, and dry so getting up into the mountains was nice. Wind was not overly bad at around 10-15 in our position but with the terrain it varied out farther from what we could see. Our hit percentages were pretty high using the LRF and their ballistic computer. The NF 5.5-22x scopes did well and I used them mostly around 17x and had no problems seeing the targets. If we missed it was usually just off left or right side of target due to wind but follow up shots were quick hits. Well quick when you have a 2-4 second flight time LOL.
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Posted: 10/19/2014 9:28:04 AM EDT
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I have a video that you can pause and it will seem like pictures.
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Posted: 10/19/2014 6:39:29 PM EDT
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Here's a target I shot this summer at a 1000 yard prone match. The X-ring is 10" and the 10-ring is 20", so it isn't sub-MOA or anything, but I think it's decent for 26 shots from a .308 with a sling and iron sights:
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Posted: 10/19/2014 11:03:49 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By erud:
Here's a target I shot this summer at a 1000 yard prone match. The X-ring is 10" and the 10-ring is 20", so it isn't sub-MOA or anything, but I think it's decent for 26 shots from a .308 with a sling and iron sights: http://i57.tinypic.com/nyxx5u.jpg David Tubb, is that you? 
As a Highpower shooter, this is something I have always wanted to do. Is there a web site out there that lists 1K yds matches? |
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Posted: 10/20/2014 7:30:19 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JAD762:
David Tubb, is that you?
As a Highpower shooter, this is something I have always wanted to do. Is there a web site out there that lists 1K yds matches? Haha, definitely not David Tubb. What state do you live in? Your state NRA affiliate association should have info about matches. I'm in MN, so the MRRA (MN Rifle & Revolver Association) hosts the schedule for us here: http://mrra.org/hipower.htm There is usually quite a bit of crossover between HP shooters and LR and MR prone shooters, so ask around with the guys you know about 1k matches. There aren't a ton of 1k ranges around, so there may or may not be something nearby, depending on where you are. Good luck, Erik |
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Posted: 10/20/2014 10:26:00 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By erud:
Haha, definitely not David Tubb. What state do you live in? Your state NRA affiliate association should have info about matches. I'm in MN, so the MRRA (MN Rifle & Revolver Association) hosts the schedule for us here: http://mrra.org/hipower.htm There is usually quite a bit of crossover between HP shooters and LR and MR prone shooters, so ask around with the guys you know about 1k matches. There aren't a ton of 1k ranges around, so there may or may not be something nearby, depending on where you are. Good luck, Erik Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By erud:
Originally Posted By JAD762:
David Tubb, is that you?
As a Highpower shooter, this is something I have always wanted to do. Is there a web site out there that lists 1K yds matches? Haha, definitely not David Tubb. What state do you live in? Your state NRA affiliate association should have info about matches. I'm in MN, so the MRRA (MN Rifle & Revolver Association) hosts the schedule for us here: http://mrra.org/hipower.htm There is usually quite a bit of crossover between HP shooters and LR and MR prone shooters, so ask around with the guys you know about 1k matches. There aren't a ton of 1k ranges around, so there may or may not be something nearby, depending on where you are. Good luck, Erik I'm in the KC, MO area. Not a lot of info on matches circulates online - most of it is word of mouth. While there is some talk about new ranges opening up, the only 1K range in operation (that I'm aware of) in Missouri is a benchrest club down in the southwest corner. Though being new to the area, I haven't thought about checking out the Kansas side of things. Off to do some digging. While I'm thinking about it, do you mind if I ask what weight bullet you use? I've done well at MR matches with 168 SMK, but I know they wouldn't be good for 1K. Do you use the 155's or the 190's? |
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Posted: 10/20/2014 11:17:34 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JAD762:
I'm in the KC, MO area. Not a lot of info on matches circulates online - most of it is word of mouth. While there is some talk about new ranges opening up, the only 1K range in operation (that I'm aware of) in Missouri is a benchrest club down in the southwest corner. Though being new to the area, I haven't thought about checking out the Kansas side of things. Off to do some digging. While I'm thinking about it, do you mind if I ask what weight bullet you use? I've done well at MR matches with 168 SMK, but I know they wouldn't be good for 1K. Do you use the 155's or the 190's? Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JAD762:
Originally Posted By erud:
Originally Posted By JAD762:
David Tubb, is that you?
As a Highpower shooter, this is something I have always wanted to do. Is there a web site out there that lists 1K yds matches? Haha, definitely not David Tubb. What state do you live in? Your state NRA affiliate association should have info about matches. I'm in MN, so the MRRA (MN Rifle & Revolver Association) hosts the schedule for us here: http://mrra.org/hipower.htm There is usually quite a bit of crossover between HP shooters and LR and MR prone shooters, so ask around with the guys you know about 1k matches. There aren't a ton of 1k ranges around, so there may or may not be something nearby, depending on where you are. Good luck, Erik I'm in the KC, MO area. Not a lot of info on matches circulates online - most of it is word of mouth. While there is some talk about new ranges opening up, the only 1K range in operation (that I'm aware of) in Missouri is a benchrest club down in the southwest corner. Though being new to the area, I haven't thought about checking out the Kansas side of things. Off to do some digging. While I'm thinking about it, do you mind if I ask what weight bullet you use? I've done well at MR matches with 168 SMK, but I know they wouldn't be good for 1K. Do you use the 155's or the 190's? I've not shot any down in your area, so not sure on what ranges might be nearby. Steve and Shirley McGee usually make the drive up to MN from KS once or twice per year to shoot LR with us. GRRC in Harris, MN is probably a 7 hour drive from there, and Winnequah in Lodi, WI would be about the same. Maybe worth it for a 2-day match. There may well be something a lot closer than those. I have some friends that drive down to Bucksnort every year for the MR matches the first weekend in October. I only shoot 155's these days. SMK's for out to 600 yards and Berger Hybrids past that. We have a team group buy and get crazy prices on the SMK's but I think the Hybrids are worth the extra $ at long range. They are about 1MOA flatter at the same velocity and buck the wind a little better. I've played with the 185 juggernauts in the past, and it is a great bullet. International Palma and Fullbore matches have a 156 grain bullet cap, so I wouldn't be doing myself any favors by switching back and forth. I just go with the 155 for everything - learn it, live it, love it. The 168's aren't as bad at 1k as a lot of people will tell you. They are not ideal for that distance, but if you get them moving fast enough they can do ok. I have found the 155's (both Sierra and Berger) to be some of the most inherently accurate bullets I've ever used, and they seem to hold elevation better than anything else. All things considered, I don't think they give up much to 185's if you get them going 3000 fps. Good luck, Erik |
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Posted: 10/21/2014 10:52:40 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By erud:
I've not shot any down in your area, so not sure on what ranges might be nearby. Steve and Shirley McGee usually make the drive up to MN from KS once or twice per year to shoot LR with us. GRRC in Harris, MN is probably a 7 hour drive from there, and Winnequah in Lodi, WI would be about the same. Maybe worth it for a 2-day match. There may well be something a lot closer than those. I have some friends that drive down to Bucksnort every year for the MR matches the first weekend in October. I only shoot 155's these days. SMK's for out to 600 yards and Berger Hybrids past that. We have a team group buy and get crazy prices on the SMK's but I think the Hybrids are worth the extra $ at long range. They are about 1MOA flatter at the same velocity and buck the wind a little better. I've played with the 185 juggernauts in the past, and it is a great bullet. International Palma and Fullbore matches have a 156 grain bullet cap, so I wouldn't be doing myself any favors by switching back and forth. I just go with the 155 for everything - learn it, live it, love it. The 168's aren't as bad at 1k as a lot of people will tell you. They are not ideal for that distance, but if you get them moving fast enough they can do ok. I have found the 155's (both Sierra and Berger) to be some of the most inherently accurate bullets I've ever used, and they seem to hold elevation better than anything else. All things considered, I don't think they give up much to 185's if you get them going 3000 fps. Good luck, Erik Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By erud:
Originally Posted By JAD762:
Originally Posted By erud:
Originally Posted By JAD762:
David Tubb, is that you?
As a Highpower shooter, this is something I have always wanted to do. Is there a web site out there that lists 1K yds matches? Haha, definitely not David Tubb. What state do you live in? Your state NRA affiliate association should have info about matches. I'm in MN, so the MRRA (MN Rifle & Revolver Association) hosts the schedule for us here: http://mrra.org/hipower.htm There is usually quite a bit of crossover between HP shooters and LR and MR prone shooters, so ask around with the guys you know about 1k matches. There aren't a ton of 1k ranges around, so there may or may not be something nearby, depending on where you are. Good luck, Erik I'm in the KC, MO area. Not a lot of info on matches circulates online - most of it is word of mouth. While there is some talk about new ranges opening up, the only 1K range in operation (that I'm aware of) in Missouri is a benchrest club down in the southwest corner. Though being new to the area, I haven't thought about checking out the Kansas side of things. Off to do some digging. While I'm thinking about it, do you mind if I ask what weight bullet you use? I've done well at MR matches with 168 SMK, but I know they wouldn't be good for 1K. Do you use the 155's or the 190's? I've not shot any down in your area, so not sure on what ranges might be nearby. Steve and Shirley McGee usually make the drive up to MN from KS once or twice per year to shoot LR with us. GRRC in Harris, MN is probably a 7 hour drive from there, and Winnequah in Lodi, WI would be about the same. Maybe worth it for a 2-day match. There may well be something a lot closer than those. I have some friends that drive down to Bucksnort every year for the MR matches the first weekend in October. I only shoot 155's these days. SMK's for out to 600 yards and Berger Hybrids past that. We have a team group buy and get crazy prices on the SMK's but I think the Hybrids are worth the extra $ at long range. They are about 1MOA flatter at the same velocity and buck the wind a little better. I've played with the 185 juggernauts in the past, and it is a great bullet. International Palma and Fullbore matches have a 156 grain bullet cap, so I wouldn't be doing myself any favors by switching back and forth. I just go with the 155 for everything - learn it, live it, love it. The 168's aren't as bad at 1k as a lot of people will tell you. They are not ideal for that distance, but if you get them moving fast enough they can do ok. I have found the 155's (both Sierra and Berger) to be some of the most inherently accurate bullets I've ever used, and they seem to hold elevation better than anything else. All things considered, I don't think they give up much to 185's if you get them going 3000 fps. Good luck, Erik Thanks for all the info. I'm a member at Bucksnort and have been shooting there for a lot of years - in fact my father took me out there a time or two when he was shooting HP. Its a simple place, but I like it. If I can't find anything closer I'm half tempted to make the drive to MN for a match just to say I've done it. Not to keep pestering you, but would you mind posting your load for the 155's? I sat down with my Sierra manual this morning & didn't see anything that came close to 3000 fps. Also, just now thinking about it, would me shooting an M1A change anything when it came to bullet selection? I can't imagine that there are a ton of service rifle LR shooters, but that would be the camp I'd land in for the time being. |
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Posted: 10/21/2014 11:14:55 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JAD762:
Thanks for all the info. I'm a member at Bucksnort and have been shooting there for a lot of years - in fact my father took me out there a time or two when he was shooting HP. Its a simple place, but I like it. If I can't find anything closer I'm half tempted to make the drive to MN for a match just to say I've done it. Not to keep pestering you, but would you mind posting your load for the 155's? I sat down with my Sierra manual this morning & didn't see anything that came close to 3000 fps. Also, just now thinking about it, would me shooting an M1A change anything when it came to bullet selection? I can't imagine that there are a ton of service rifle LR shooters, but that would be the camp I'd land in for the time being. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By JAD762:
Originally Posted By erud:
Originally Posted By JAD762:
Originally Posted By erud:
Originally Posted By JAD762:
David Tubb, is that you?
As a Highpower shooter, this is something I have always wanted to do. Is there a web site out there that lists 1K yds matches? Haha, definitely not David Tubb. What state do you live in? Your state NRA affiliate association should have info about matches. I'm in MN, so the MRRA (MN Rifle & Revolver Association) hosts the schedule for us here: http://mrra.org/hipower.htm There is usually quite a bit of crossover between HP shooters and LR and MR prone shooters, so ask around with the guys you know about 1k matches. There aren't a ton of 1k ranges around, so there may or may not be something nearby, depending on where you are. Good luck, Erik I'm in the KC, MO area. Not a lot of info on matches circulates online - most of it is word of mouth. While there is some talk about new ranges opening up, the only 1K range in operation (that I'm aware of) in Missouri is a benchrest club down in the southwest corner. Though being new to the area, I haven't thought about checking out the Kansas side of things. Off to do some digging. While I'm thinking about it, do you mind if I ask what weight bullet you use? I've done well at MR matches with 168 SMK, but I know they wouldn't be good for 1K. Do you use the 155's or the 190's? I've not shot any down in your area, so not sure on what ranges might be nearby. Steve and Shirley McGee usually make the drive up to MN from KS once or twice per year to shoot LR with us. GRRC in Harris, MN is probably a 7 hour drive from there, and Winnequah in Lodi, WI would be about the same. Maybe worth it for a 2-day match. There may well be something a lot closer than those. I have some friends that drive down to Bucksnort every year for the MR matches the first weekend in October. I only shoot 155's these days. SMK's for out to 600 yards and Berger Hybrids past that. We have a team group buy and get crazy prices on the SMK's but I think the Hybrids are worth the extra $ at long range. They are about 1MOA flatter at the same velocity and buck the wind a little better. I've played with the 185 juggernauts in the past, and it is a great bullet. International Palma and Fullbore matches have a 156 grain bullet cap, so I wouldn't be doing myself any favors by switching back and forth. I just go with the 155 for everything - learn it, live it, love it. The 168's aren't as bad at 1k as a lot of people will tell you. They are not ideal for that distance, but if you get them moving fast enough they can do ok. I have found the 155's (both Sierra and Berger) to be some of the most inherently accurate bullets I've ever used, and they seem to hold elevation better than anything else. All things considered, I don't think they give up much to 185's if you get them going 3000 fps. Good luck, Erik Thanks for all the info. I'm a member at Bucksnort and have been shooting there for a lot of years - in fact my father took me out there a time or two when he was shooting HP. Its a simple place, but I like it. If I can't find anything closer I'm half tempted to make the drive to MN for a match just to say I've done it. Not to keep pestering you, but would you mind posting your load for the 155's? I sat down with my Sierra manual this morning & didn't see anything that came close to 3000 fps. Also, just now thinking about it, would me shooting an M1A change anything when it came to bullet selection? I can't imagine that there are a ton of service rifle LR shooters, but that would be the camp I'd land in for the time being. No problem. My load is 47.2gr of Varget in Lapua Palma brass. 3k is fairly typical for Palma shooting, but this is a stiff load and I wouldn't recommend it for the average rifle. Mine are Barnard actions with with no ejectors and 30" barrels, and this load puts them right at 3010 fps. The small primer pockets on the Palma brass don't wear out as fast as the LP pockets, and handle high pressure better. I don't have a lot of experience with the M1A, but guys I know that shoot them seem to go with 175's or 185's for LR. I'd guess that the shorter barrel will not allow you to get the most out of 155's, so the heavier, higher BC bullets are a better choice. It's a capable platform at 1k if you have a good one and the sights work for you, and lots of good scores have been shot with them. The USMC teams pretty much dominated Long Range Service Rifle at the National Championships with the M14 until the NRA changed the rules to allow the M110. The MN schedule for 2015 should be finalized in the next month or so. Keep an eye on the link I posted earlier, it'll get updated when everything gets figured out. I believe there will be 4 weekends of Long Range matches at Harris next year. |
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Posted: 10/21/2014 1:15:54 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By erud:
Here's a target I shot this summer at a 1000 yard prone match. The X-ring is 10" and the 10-ring is 20", so it isn't sub-MOA or anything, but I think it's decent for 26 shots from a .308 with a sling and iron sights: http://i57.tinypic.com/nyxx5u.jpg Much more than decent.  
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Posted: 10/21/2014 6:05:24 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By erud:
No problem. My load is 47.2gr of Varget in Lapua Palma brass. 3k is fairly typical for Palma shooting, but this is a stiff load and I wouldn't recommend it for the average rifle. Mine are Barnard actions with with no ejectors and 30" barrels, and this load puts them right at 3010 fps. The small primer pockets on the Palma brass don't wear out as fast as the LP pockets, and handle high pressure better. I don't have a lot of experience with the M1A, but guys I know that shoot them seem to go with 175's or 185's for LR. I'd guess that the shorter barrel will not allow you to get the most out of 155's, so the heavier, higher BC bullets are a better choice. It's a capable platform at 1k if you have a good one and the sights work for you, and lots of good scores have been shot with them. The USMC teams pretty much dominated Long Range Service Rifle at the National Championships with the M14 until the NRA changed the rules to allow the M110. The MN schedule for 2015 should be finalized in the next month or so. Keep an eye on the link I posted earlier, it'll get updated when everything gets figured out. I believe there will be 4 weekends of Long Range matches at Harris next year. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By erud:
Originally Posted By JAD762:
Originally Posted By erud:
Originally Posted By JAD762:
Originally Posted By erud:
Haha, definitely not David Tubb. What state do you live in? Your state NRA affiliate association should have info about matches. I'm in MN, so the MRRA (MN Rifle & Revolver Association) hosts the schedule for us here: http://mrra.org/hipower.htm There is usually quite a bit of crossover between HP shooters and LR and MR prone shooters, so ask around with the guys you know about 1k matches. There aren't a ton of 1k ranges around, so there may or may not be something nearby, depending on where you are. Good luck, Erik I'm in the KC, MO area. Not a lot of info on matches circulates online - most of it is word of mouth. While there is some talk about new ranges opening up, the only 1K range in operation (that I'm aware of) in Missouri is a benchrest club down in the southwest corner. Though being new to the area, I haven't thought about checking out the Kansas side of things. Off to do some digging. While I'm thinking about it, do you mind if I ask what weight bullet you use? I've done well at MR matches with 168 SMK, but I know they wouldn't be good for 1K. Do you use the 155's or the 190's? I've not shot any down in your area, so not sure on what ranges might be nearby. Steve and Shirley McGee usually make the drive up to MN from KS once or twice per year to shoot LR with us. GRRC in Harris, MN is probably a 7 hour drive from there, and Winnequah in Lodi, WI would be about the same. Maybe worth it for a 2-day match. There may well be something a lot closer than those. I have some friends that drive down to Bucksnort every year for the MR matches the first weekend in October. I only shoot 155's these days. SMK's for out to 600 yards and Berger Hybrids past that. We have a team group buy and get crazy prices on the SMK's but I think the Hybrids are worth the extra $ at long range. They are about 1MOA flatter at the same velocity and buck the wind a little better. I've played with the 185 juggernauts in the past, and it is a great bullet. International Palma and Fullbore matches have a 156 grain bullet cap, so I wouldn't be doing myself any favors by switching back and forth. I just go with the 155 for everything - learn it, live it, love it. The 168's aren't as bad at 1k as a lot of people will tell you. They are not ideal for that distance, but if you get them moving fast enough they can do ok. I have found the 155's (both Sierra and Berger) to be some of the most inherently accurate bullets I've ever used, and they seem to hold elevation better than anything else. All things considered, I don't think they give up much to 185's if you get them going 3000 fps. Good luck, Erik Thanks for all the info. I'm a member at Bucksnort and have been shooting there for a lot of years - in fact my father took me out there a time or two when he was shooting HP. Its a simple place, but I like it. If I can't find anything closer I'm half tempted to make the drive to MN for a match just to say I've done it. Not to keep pestering you, but would you mind posting your load for the 155's? I sat down with my Sierra manual this morning & didn't see anything that came close to 3000 fps. Also, just now thinking about it, would me shooting an M1A change anything when it came to bullet selection? I can't imagine that there are a ton of service rifle LR shooters, but that would be the camp I'd land in for the time being. No problem. My load is 47.2gr of Varget in Lapua Palma brass. 3k is fairly typical for Palma shooting, but this is a stiff load and I wouldn't recommend it for the average rifle. Mine are Barnard actions with with no ejectors and 30" barrels, and this load puts them right at 3010 fps. The small primer pockets on the Palma brass don't wear out as fast as the LP pockets, and handle high pressure better. I don't have a lot of experience with the M1A, but guys I know that shoot them seem to go with 175's or 185's for LR. I'd guess that the shorter barrel will not allow you to get the most out of 155's, so the heavier, higher BC bullets are a better choice. It's a capable platform at 1k if you have a good one and the sights work for you, and lots of good scores have been shot with them. The USMC teams pretty much dominated Long Range Service Rifle at the National Championships with the M14 until the NRA changed the rules to allow the M110. The MN schedule for 2015 should be finalized in the next month or so. Keep an eye on the link I posted earlier, it'll get updated when everything gets figured out. I believe there will be 4 weekends of Long Range matches at Harris next year. Thanks again for all the info. If I can arrange a trip to MN I'll shoot you an IM and buy you dinner or something. |
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MN, USA
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Posted: 10/22/2014 7:27:43 AM EDT
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I'm always game for free food!
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UT, USA
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Posted: 10/23/2014 12:01:00 AM EDT
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Ben, 1680 yards:
George, 2,000 Meters: 
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TN, USA
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Posted: 11/23/2014 8:09:35 PM EDT
[Last Edit: taliv]
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took several rounds to get on it, but hit with 17.1 mils. wind was kicking my butt. calculator said 17.3 so was pretty close. beautiful scenery.
both pics at 27x through vortex gen2 
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Posted: 1/18/2015 8:31:46 PM EDT
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The three shots by the tape were after adjusting for the two on the right. 1060M |
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Posted: 2/5/2015 5:24:58 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Gunslinger808]
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My wife's first 1000 yard shoot.
Orange ring is 10", 5 shots last Two in the Orange, not too bad for a first timer! NOTE: Dead center bull is not a bullet hole, just looks like one. 
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Posted: 12/6/2016 11:56:46 PM EDT
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Bump to prevent archivage
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Posted: 12/20/2016 10:14:40 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Sinister]
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Posted: 8/13/2017 10:38:59 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Sinister:
http://accurateshooter.net/Blog/ricktarget01.jpg http://accurateshooter.net/Blog/ricktarget02.jpg |
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Posted: 9/6/2017 10:57:24 PM EDT
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Seeing how people always like this pic, I thought I would post it here. 1000 yard target, 5/8" steel plate, can you guess what projos are stuck in it?
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KY, USA
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Posted: 9/28/2017 5:40:47 PM EDT
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20mm Vulcan?
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Posted: 9/28/2017 5:51:48 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 50_Shooter:
Seeing how people always like this pic, I thought I would post it here. 1000 yard target, 5/8" steel plate, can you guess what projos are stuck in it? http://www.daplane.com/50bmg/ap_target.jpg |
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Posted: 4/13/2018 10:59:22 PM EDT
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If you can see the string of targets, starting at 200 yds and out to 1100 yds. |
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CA, USA
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Posted: 4/21/2018 10:52:41 AM EDT
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10x20" plate, 1252yrds, 7mm Rem Mag, 168gn Berger's @2980. |
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OR, USA
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Posted: 6/29/2018 11:08:45 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By a79flhrider:
https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/152169/20180404_090936-514296.jpg If you can see the string of targets, starting at 200 yds and out to 1100 yds. Seriously, what a beautiful environment to have your range in! |
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OR, USA
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Posted: 6/29/2018 11:31:45 AM EDT
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Shooting 2000 yards with a 6.5 Creedmooor in Oregon high desert, elevation 4350".
Rifle: 24" 6.5CM Bergara LRP Premier Optic: Leupold VX3i LRP FFP 4.5-14X50 Impact-60 MOA Ammunition: factory Hornady 140gr ELD-M We only hit 5 out of 60, but 2000 yards for 6.5CM was right at transonic for the density altitude and perfect tailwind helping us out. 105 MOA of drop! Dial topped out at 75, so we had to hold the last 30 MOA in the Impact-60 reticle. 
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Posted: 7/16/2018 4:14:12 PM EDT
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Square range stuff at Quantico Range 4, 1000 yards. A couple of strings from a calm, basically no wind day. Wind ruins my days...
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