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Posted: 11/17/2019 2:56:26 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Techsan02:
Yeah, guess I should read more...so any idea how/why mine broke? Any special tools needed to replace it? I did some more searching and it sounds like some people have to send the entire rifle in and some people get Ruger to send them a replacement piece. I placed the cocking arm onto a crow's foot (it was what I had). It worked perfect - it supported both sides of the arm and there was room for the pin to come out. You could use the open end of a wrench or whatever you have that will support it and let the pin come out. I tapped out the pin with a punch and then unscrewed the cocking arm from the firing pin. They include a new pin in the package with the new cocking arm. I cleaned everything up, put some grease on the firing pin threads, and screwed the new cocking arm on. You need to push it onto the threads due to the firing pin spring. It does not take much force, a kid could do it. I made sure the "notched" portion of the firing pin was aligned with the hole in the cocking arm and drove the pin in. I compressed the spring using the bolt lever and an expended 6.5 cartridge I had. Once the spring was compressed I re-inserted the tool. I lubed everything up and put it all back together. I do not think the whole thing took 5 minutes. |
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Posted: 11/18/2019 12:33:32 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Iggyort]
[#2]
This bag rider looks interesting:
 RPR Adjustable Bag Rider (ABR) Review |
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Posted: 11/19/2019 10:16:15 AM EDT
[#3]
Well Ruger said they would need the whole rifle. I guess I’ll be sending it in, not a huge deal really.
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MA, USA
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Posted: 11/20/2019 10:43:45 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Techsan02:
Well Ruger said they would need the whole rifle. I guess I’ll be sending it in, not a huge deal really. |
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MI, USA
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Posted: 11/20/2019 11:28:51 PM EDT
[#5]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By EzGoingKev:
Is Ruger paying for the shipping? |
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Posted: 11/21/2019 3:33:47 AM EDT
[#6]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By EzGoingKev:
Is Ruger paying for the shipping? Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By EzGoingKev:
Originally Posted By Techsan02:
Well Ruger said they would need the whole rifle. I guess I’ll be sending it in, not a huge deal really. Much easier. But they were going to pay for shipping of the rifle both ways. Glad I got a CS rep today that was open to sending me the part. Should be here after turkey day. |
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Posted: 11/25/2019 12:26:42 AM EDT
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What replacement handguard is working for you guys?
Has anyone experienced the mag release failing? I’ve got a mag stuck in a very early RPR. |
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Posted: 12/1/2019 1:15:41 PM EDT
[#8]
Question for those of you who shoot your RPR suppressed.
I have a gen 2 in 308 Suppressor is DA Sandman L Checked it with a rod, and all is well. I keep getting endcap strikes. When I shoot sub sonic it get more of an impact than when shooting non subs. I have used different end caps for the different rounds. Strikes are on the clock position no mater the velocity of the round. I noticed on the Atomic Ammo page that they recommend a 1/12 twist. Shield I change my barrel? Suppressor is fine, ran 50 rounds of 5.7 with a 556 end cap. No a single kiss of the bullet on the endcap. Thank you! |
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Posted: 12/1/2019 1:42:16 PM EDT
[#9]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mjrowley:
Question for those of you who shoot your RPR suppressed. I have a gen 2 in 308 Suppressor is DA Sandman L Checked it with a rod, and all is well. I keep getting endcap strikes. When I shoot sub sonic it get more of an impact than when shooting non subs. I have used different end caps for the different rounds. Strikes are on the clock position no mater the velocity of the round. I noticed on the Atomic Ammo page that they recommend a 1/12 twist. Shield I change my barrel? Suppressor is fine, ran 50 rounds of 5.7 with a 556 end cap. No a single kiss of the bullet on the endcap. Thank you! 
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Posted: 12/1/2019 2:06:14 PM EDT
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Posted: 12/1/2019 3:12:24 PM EDT
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I shoot my gen II .223 almost 100% suppressed with the AWC Raider and have not experienced a strike.
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AR, USA
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Posted: 1/5/2020 11:36:53 PM EDT
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What's the story on the .338s? I'm in the market for a .338 or bigger precision gun and this seems like the best deal for the money.
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Posted: 1/6/2020 1:03:51 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Dan_Gray:
What's the story on the .338s? I'm in the market for a .338 or bigger precision gun and this seems like the best deal for the money. 
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AR, USA
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Posted: 1/9/2020 1:24:43 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 03PSD:
wait 6 months and search the used market. I anticipate a flood of them, lightly used. a shit load of guys bought them because they were really the first "affordable" and abundant .338 LM so there was a novelty that will start to wear off once non reloaders figure out $3-5 per pull at ranges inside of 500y isnt much fun. |
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Posted: 1/9/2020 1:41:44 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mjrowley:
Question for those of you who shoot your RPR suppressed. I have a gen 2 in 308 Suppressor is DA Sandman L Checked it with a rod, and all is well. I keep getting endcap strikes. When I shoot sub sonic it get more of an impact than when shooting non subs. I have used different end caps for the different rounds. Strikes are on the clock position no mater the velocity of the round. I noticed on the Atomic Ammo page that they recommend a 1/12 twist. Shield I change my barrel? Suppressor is fine, ran 50 rounds of 5.7 with a 556 end cap. No a single kiss of the bullet on the endcap. Thank you! Not a single kiss of the end cap. I’d be looking at your mount, if it’s passing with a rod, and getting strikes while firing, is look at the mount. |
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Posted: 1/9/2020 1:43:43 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By M4-AR:
Gen2 6.5cm, shoot 99% suppressed. Not a single kiss of the end cap. I’d be looking at your mount, if it’s passing with a rod, and getting strikes while firing, is look at the mount. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By M4-AR:
Originally Posted By mjrowley:
Question for those of you who shoot your RPR suppressed. I have a gen 2 in 308 Suppressor is DA Sandman L Checked it with a rod, and all is well. I keep getting endcap strikes. When I shoot sub sonic it get more of an impact than when shooting non subs. I have used different end caps for the different rounds. Strikes are on the clock position no mater the velocity of the round. I noticed on the Atomic Ammo page that they recommend a 1/12 twist. Shield I change my barrel? Suppressor is fine, ran 50 rounds of 5.7 with a 556 end cap. No a single kiss of the bullet on the endcap. Thank you! Not a single kiss of the end cap. I’d be looking at your mount, if it’s passing with a rod, and getting strikes while firing, is look at the mount. |
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Posted: 1/11/2020 7:09:06 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By simplefolk: Ditto - Gen2 6.5, 100% suppressed with no issues (TBAC can). Never an issue. |
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USA
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Posted: 1/27/2020 11:35:04 PM EDT
[#18]
I recently purchased a Gen 3 6.5 and had picked up a Viper PST Gen 1 6-24X50. I ended up getting the optic for a ridiculous price which is why I went with it. I am finally getting around to purchasing rings for it. I was looking at the Vortex and Seekins rings. Any advice on Ring height? I was looking at the Seekins 1.45 AR High set.
Thanks |
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Posted: 1/28/2020 1:43:10 PM EDT
[#19]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 175BFD:
I recently purchased a Gen 3 6.5 and had picked up a Viper PST Gen 1 6-24X50. I ended up getting the optic for a ridiculous price which is why I went with it. I am finally getting around to purchasing rings for it. I was looking at the Vortex and Seekins rings. Any advice on Ring height? I was looking at the Seekins 1.45 AR High set. Thanks |
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MA, USA
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Posted: 1/28/2020 1:55:03 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 175BFD:
I recently purchased a Gen 3 6.5 and had picked up a Viper PST Gen 1 6-24X50. I ended up getting the optic for a ridiculous price which is why I went with it. I am finally getting around to purchasing rings for it. I was looking at the Vortex and Seekins rings. Any advice on Ring height? I was looking at the Seekins 1.45 AR High set. Thanks The rear stock on the RPR is inline with the bolt, just like an AR. If you go with shorter rings you lose any height adjustment in the stock's comb. |
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MO, USA
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Posted: 1/28/2020 1:56:07 PM EDT
[#21]
Was there any new RPR stuff announced at SHOT show?
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Posted: 1/28/2020 2:14:03 PM EDT
[Last Edit: AZ_Sky]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By EzGoingKev:
You want AR height rings. The rear stock on the RPR is inline with the bolt, just like an AR. If you go with shorter rings you lose any height adjustment in the stock's comb. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By EzGoingKev:
Originally Posted By 175BFD:
I recently purchased a Gen 3 6.5 and had picked up a Viper PST Gen 1 6-24X50. I ended up getting the optic for a ridiculous price which is why I went with it. I am finally getting around to purchasing rings for it. I was looking at the Vortex and Seekins rings. Any advice on Ring height? I was looking at the Seekins 1.45 AR High set. Thanks The rear stock on the RPR is inline with the bolt, just like an AR. If you go with shorter rings you lose any height adjustment in the stock's comb. I have two RPR's and I use Vortex Precision Matched rings 1.45" on both and both wear Vortex Viper HST6-24 X 50 scopes. Here is a picture of my RPR 6.5 PRC with the Vortex 1.45" rings and the Vortex HST 6-24 X 50 scope - I wouldn't want any shorter rings than these:  Attached File |
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Posted: 1/28/2020 2:18:03 PM EDT
[Last Edit: M4-AR]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 175BFD:
I recently purchased a Gen 3 6.5 and had picked up a Viper PST Gen 1 6-24X50. I ended up getting the optic for a ridiculous price which is why I went with it. I am finally getting around to purchasing rings for it. I was looking at the Vortex and Seekins rings. Any advice on Ring height? I was looking at the Seekins 1.45 AR High set. Thanks For me it the perfect height 
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USA
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Posted: 1/28/2020 6:22:04 PM EDT
[#24]
Thanks for the info. Now my question is Seekins or the Vortex. Im guessing that Seekins makes the Vortex rings for them?
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Posted: 1/28/2020 8:01:06 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 175BFD:
Thanks for the info. Now my question is Seekins or the Vortex. Im guessing that Seekins makes the Vortex rings for them? I'm very satisfied with the Vortex rings, but I'm sure I'd be just as happy with the Seekins. |
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MI, USA
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Posted: 2/18/2020 9:51:16 PM EDT
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Got a RPR Magnum in 300 Win Mag. Picked it up today at my LGS and man, pictures don't do it justice. This gun is MASSIVE. There were a few guys in there that all came over to see it when I removed it from the box. They thought it was some sort of Barrett 50 BMG at first as they were oohing and aahing over it. One of the guys finally asked and I told him that while it's a massive rifle, it's actually a Ruger Precision Rifle chambered in 300 Win Mag. They were still pretty intrigued by its size even after they found it wasn't a 50. It's definitely an intimidating looking rifle. Recoil is probably going to be really soft on it. I got some 220gr Barnes Match ammo for it which should do well in the 1:9" twist. Want to get some Berger VLDs, too.
Can't wait to get it out to the range in a couple weeks. I got a Magpul PRS Gen 3 stock to throw on it as well as I don't care for the Ruger stock. |
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USA
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Posted: 5/16/2020 10:05:43 PM EDT
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I was wondering if anyone has or knows someone looking to replace their Samson Gen 1 15 inch keymod rail they would be interested in selling. Its the version with the full rail on the top of the handguard.
I like this version better than the gen 2 or gen 3. |
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Posted: 5/16/2020 10:49:26 PM EDT
[#28]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 03PSD: Mine is a Gen 2 5.56 RPR but I shoot it supressed almost 100%. Running a Rugged Surge without any problems. I do have a .223 end cap for ti but just use the .30 cap so if I do swap the can over to another rifle I wont have to remember to switch the cap, which I know I would forget Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 03PSD: Originally Posted By mjrowley: Question for those of you who shoot your RPR suppressed. I have a gen 2 in 308 Suppressor is DA Sandman L Checked it with a rod, and all is well. I keep getting endcap strikes. When I shoot sub sonic it get more of an impact than when shooting non subs. I have used different end caps for the different rounds. Strikes are on the clock position no mater the velocity of the round. I noticed on the Atomic Ammo page that they recommend a 1/12 twist. Shield I change my barrel? Suppressor is fine, ran 50 rounds of 5.7 with a 556 end cap. No a single kiss of the bullet on the endcap. Thank you! Well I took my RPR and my AR10 out today. I wanted to zero in the RPR’s scope. Got it zeroed in with out the Sandman L. Put Sandman on could not even hit the paper at 50 yards. Looked at endcap saw a new “kiss”. I’m still waiting on new endcap from Dead Air so I’m using the old ones of been kissed before. Took a sharpie colored in the metal shot different ammo same thing. I guess I better state that I did look at the paper for keyholing and there was none with the ammo I was using. Made sure the AR10 scope was sighted in without suppressor. Put sandman on AR10, point of impact shift was a couple of inches. With no kisses. So I guess I need to get my barrel and muzzle device looked at. Oh all rounds were Standard velocity Ammo. Sigh |
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HI, USA
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Posted: 5/23/2020 9:53:14 PM EDT
[#29]
Does anyone know if you are able to change the 18" rail on the magnum RPRs to something smaller like a 15"??
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Posted: 5/25/2020 12:01:42 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Commando223]
[#30]
Just ordered a new Ruger PR .308 in FDE just wondering if anyone uses a Specwar762 with theirs? any issues mounting the Silencerco ASR muzzle device?
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USA
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Posted: 5/26/2020 7:05:53 PM EDT
[#31]
Toying with the idea of getting a RPR in 308. Had a RPR in 338 but sold it due to recoil messing with my from multiple surgeries. Has anyone bought the 308 version, and changed the barrel to a 26 inch barrel? The 338 version was one sweet rifle. Reason why am considering the 308.
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Posted: 5/27/2020 8:51:05 AM EDT
[#32]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Bearcat24: Toying with the idea of getting a RPR in 308. Had a RPR in 338 but sold it due to recoil messing with my from multiple surgeries. Has anyone bought the 308 version, and changed the barrel to a 26 inch barrel? The 338 version was one sweet rifle. Reason why am considering the 308. Why do you want a 26" .308 barrel??? |
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Posted: 5/27/2020 9:44:01 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By M16A4: Why do you want a 26" .308 barrel??? If he’s shooting 1K yards it will help. Every inch counts when shooting that distance. If he’s just beating it around then 26 inches is a little long. Dan |
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MA, USA
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Posted: 5/27/2020 10:05:13 AM EDT
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If someone is shooting 1k yards and looking for something easier on the shoulder I would think 6.5 CM would be a much better choice.
YMMV |
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USA
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Posted: 5/27/2020 11:46:06 AM EDT
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Had a 6.5CM a few years back. Sold it. To finicky with bullet selection. My last Savage 10T hit 4 out of 10 @1000 yards with 178 ELD-X. Had a case of the dumb ass and sold it to fund a Savage 10 FCP. Didn't like the 178's so moved up to the 200 ELD-X, which is shoot great. Both have 24 inch barrels. Haven't had the chance to shoot the FCP out to 1000 yet. Hopefully soon. The 22 inch barrel on the RPR to me is to short. IF I decide to get one, and since I would replace the barrel anyways, was just checking to see if anyone went up to a 26 inch barrel to see if it was worth it. 308 doesn't bother my back like the 338 LM did. But the fit and finish of the RPR 338 impressed the hell out of me. As stated above, every inch counts. I reload so I tweak my 308 rounds which tend to be a bit hot.
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Posted: 5/27/2020 11:53:16 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By EzGoingKev: If someone is shooting 1k yards and looking for something easier on the shoulder I would think 6.5 CM would be a much better choice. YMMV Yep! |
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GA, USA
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Posted: 5/27/2020 12:16:30 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Moosehead3: I was wondering if anyone has or knows someone looking to replace their Samson Gen 1 15 inch keymod rail they would be interested in selling. Its the version with the full rail on the top of the handguard. I like this version better than the gen 2 or gen 3. I have one...Shoot me a PM |
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Posted: 5/27/2020 9:01:44 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AGR1279: If he's shooting 1K yards it will help. Every inch counts when shooting that distance. If he's just beating it around then 26 inches is a little long. Dan Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AGR1279: Originally Posted By M16A4: Why do you want a 26" .308 barrel??? If he's shooting 1K yards it will help. Every inch counts when shooting that distance. If he's just beating it around then 26 inches is a little long. Dan How so? |
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Posted: 5/28/2020 8:54:47 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 03PSD: How so? Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By 03PSD: Originally Posted By AGR1279: Originally Posted By M16A4: Why do you want a 26" .308 barrel??? If he's shooting 1K yards it will help. Every inch counts when shooting that distance. If he's just beating it around then 26 inches is a little long. Dan How so? It will make it bitch to move around. In my opinion. Dan |
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Posted: 5/28/2020 9:04:15 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By EzGoingKev: If someone is shooting 1k yards and looking for something easier on the shoulder I would think 6.5 CM would be a much better choice. YMMV It depends on the type of shooting he's doing. If it is precision shooting (Not PRS) using bull's eye targets the extra distance will help. Even though M118LR (175SMK) projectiles are on the edge of transonic at 1K yards. Most electric targets have issues picking up the projectiles going through the target unless its moving at least 1180 fps. I tried shooting a AR-10 style 7.62 using a 20" tube and it was hit or miss about the microphones picking up the projectiles. If he's shooting Palma Style Matches it can be either 308 or 223. If you watch the Palma shooters they have a minimum of 26 inch barrel and the max 308 is 155 grains. I have a 6.5 Creedmoor Upper for my AR-10 for shooting 1K yards and I don't disagree. Dan |
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USA
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Posted: 5/28/2020 7:29:00 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Bearcat24]
[#41]
Not shooting any matches. Could just swap out the chassis so I can use better magazines. Savage sucks when it comes to magazines. Dam things always disconnect before unloading a 10 round mag. When I did have a savage in 6.5CM, put it in a cadex chassis and used ACIS mags with great success. Other problem is the binding when trying to fast load. All my savages (4) have done this. The RPR action is smooth. Thanks for the replies.
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Posted: 5/29/2020 12:48:37 PM EDT
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Do you guys recommend removing the top rail and adding loctite on a new rifle or does it already come ready to go?
I watched one YouTube video where a guy said to remove the screws add loctite and torque them down as they ended up coming loose. |
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Posted: 5/30/2020 10:14:01 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Commando223: Do you guys recommend removing the top rail and adding loctite on a new rifle or does it already come ready to go? I watched one YouTube video where a guy said to remove the screws add loctite and torque them down as they ended up coming loose. I never did and as far as I know @finslayer83 didn’t either. I know I’m at around 750 rounds through mine and he’s probably double that. |
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Posted: 5/30/2020 10:16:01 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DirtDivision: I never did and as far as I know @finslayer83 didn’t either. I know I’m at around 750 rounds through mine and he’s probably double that. Thank you for your reply I'm gonna leave it as is and trust that Ruger installed it correctly. |
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Posted: 5/31/2020 8:46:43 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Commando223: Thank you for your reply I'm gonna leave it as is and trust that Ruger installed it correctly. I lock tighted the one on my 6.5 but not the one on my .223. I put the torque wrench on and if it moved was my deciding factor. |
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Posted: 5/31/2020 10:59:10 AM EDT
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Any decent deals on a ruger precision rimfire in 22lr? Can't seem to find one in stock anywhere. I want my son to have a clone of my rifle.
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Posted: 5/31/2020 11:07:21 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Gdirty5: Any decent deals on a ruger precision rimfire in 22lr? Can't seem to find one in stock anywhere. I want my son to have a clone of my rifle. Ron's Discount lumber in Howe Ok had one a few weeks back. I didn't pay much attention other than the .22 Mag was cheaper. I asked why and the clerk said they don't move as well as the .22 RF's. |
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Posted: 5/31/2020 11:38:46 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By sparkyD: I lock tighted the one on my 6.5 but not the one on my .223. I put the torque wrench on and if it moved was my deciding factor. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By sparkyD: Originally Posted By Commando223: Thank you for your reply I'm gonna leave it as is and trust that Ruger installed it correctly. I lock tighted the one on my 6.5 but not the one on my .223. I put the torque wrench on and if it moved was my deciding factor. You happen to know the torque spec for the top scope rail? |
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Posted: 5/31/2020 11:53:24 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By sparkyD: Ron's Discount lumber in Howe Ok had one a few weeks back. I didn't pay much attention other than the .22 Mag was cheaper. I asked why and the clerk said they don't move as well as the .22 RF's. OK is a no go for me. |
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Posted: 6/1/2020 11:00:43 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Commando223: You happen to know the torque spec for the top scope rail? Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Commando223: Originally Posted By sparkyD: Originally Posted By Commando223: Thank you for your reply I'm gonna leave it as is and trust that Ruger installed it correctly. I lock tighted the one on my 6.5 but not the one on my .223. I put the torque wrench on and if it moved was my deciding factor. You happen to know the torque spec for the top scope rail? I used the specks from the fat wrench sheet bases. |
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