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Link Posted: 11/20/2017 3:18:29 AM EDT
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Link Posted: 11/20/2017 3:19:17 AM EDT
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Link Posted: 11/20/2017 11:43:07 AM EDT
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I wanna try this. I didn't know about this thread, but I was test firing my 22LR AR build yesterday. I got bored and started to shoot the corners of the grid squares.
Link Posted: 12/3/2017 4:30:58 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By RV8guy:
We need some more shooters.

I managed to score a brick of CCI SV so when I'm not working weekends any longer I can get back to the range.
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I've shot it twice the last couple weeks. It's a lot harder than it looks.

I've burned about fifty bucks in high grade ammo trying

Lots of targets with will but one hitting the tack.but that one a butt hair off the white. It's fun but frustrating.

I finished a couple at 25 and shot it at fifty yesterday but didn't complete it. Lots of wind and a guy with an AR blasting away right next to me.

Lots of fun though, I'll keep trying, I printed twenty of each target and just keep them with the rifle
Link Posted: 1/3/2018 5:15:09 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By crashburnrepeat:

I've shot it twice the last couple weeks. It's a lot harder than it looks.

I've burned about fifty bucks in high grade ammo trying

Lots of targets with will but one hitting the tack.but that one a butt hair off the white. It's fun but frustrating.

I finished a couple at 25 and shot it at fifty yesterday but didn't complete it. Lots of wind and a guy with an AR blasting away right next to me.

Lots of fun though, I'll keep trying, I printed twenty of each target and just keep them with the rifle
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I fired it again yesterday.  I wanted to shoot it at 25, 50 and 100 yards as a test of my skill (ha!, or lack thereof).  As it turns out, my scope will not focus at 25 yards.  I got distracted by the setting sun and the need to test my centerfire rifle, so I didn't finish: I over-planned one day's activities.

I shoot Wolf Match Extra.  I've forgotten the cost (thank goodness).  It's not the most expensive but it still costs bucks.

Amen!,  on the difficulty.  Even with a bipod, conditions are very important.  I scrounged up a piece of string from a sand bag to as an improvised wind flag.  The wind was fish-tailing from 6:00 to 3:00 and the wind speed was changing from 0 to 5 mph.
Link Posted: 5/13/2018 9:08:21 AM EDT
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Link Posted: 7/28/2018 9:39:17 PM EDT
[Last Edit: bimmertech87] [#7]
Well I finally got around to giving this a go but had about everything against me. It was my first time out with my cz455, grabbed the glass off an ar that gave me a chin weld with about 2” over bore. I plan to get a viper pst 16x or a swfa eventually along with a timney trigger. This was measured out at 25 yards.

Cz455
Triad tactical stock pouch and wedgie
Area 419 rail
Vortex viper 4c pst and scope mount
Harris bipod
Cci sv

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Link Posted: 10/27/2018 7:07:48 PM EDT
[#8]
CZ 455 Tacticool Suppressor Ready
Gemtech Outback II-D
Vortex Crossfire 3-9x40 on DIP rail



Link Posted: 10/27/2018 7:46:30 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By quietm4:
CZ 455 Tacticool Suppressor Ready
Gemtech Outback II-D
Vortex Crossfire 3-9x40 on DIP rail

https://i.imgur.com/Mi53NcZ.jpg

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Link Posted: 10/30/2018 8:41:53 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By quietm4:
CZ 455 Tacticool Suppressor Ready
Gemtech Outback II-D
Vortex Crossfire 3-9x40 on DIP rail

https://i.imgur.com/Mi53NcZ.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/5EYHXTK.jpg?1
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Not bad at all and a nice looking set up.

I am going to have my barrel threaded soon and hope to have the barreled action and stock Cerakoted at the same time.
Link Posted: 10/30/2018 10:18:13 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By TN-MadDog:

Not bad at all and a nice looking set up.

I am going to have my barrel threaded soon and hope to have the barreled action and stock Cerakoted at the same time.
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Thanks....I can do better.  The scope was just temporary, just ordered a Weaver V16 4-16x42 Target Dot.  More magnification and the reticle won't cover my target.  
The camo job is no longer...the previous owner made poor color choices.  I'm in the process of redoing it with Imperial Gray and Elemental Gray (light and dark) on the black base coat.  Plus opening up the barrel channel so it free floats...little changes.

I'll try it again in a week or so, once all the changes are made to see any improvements.

Interestingly, I tried two suppressors on the rifle; Gemtech Outback IID and my SilCo Sparrow.  The rifle shoots much tighter groups with the Gemtech.  I think it's because the Sparrow won't shoulder, the threads on the barrel are too long.  I'm going to try it again later with the SilCo barrel spacer to take up the gap.
Link Posted: 1/1/2019 9:54:42 PM EDT
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Haven't done this in a while but finally managed to get out today.

I bought this CZ 455 VPT back in October of 2012 and today was the first time that I felt like it lived up to its potential.

When new it shot ok but I really hoped for better. Back in November of 2015 I had a gunsmith bed the stock, install a Rifle Basix trigger and also purchased a Lija barrel.

I shot it some after that but was having some issues with the trigger and the bolt coming all the way out sometimes when I worked the bolt.

Just wasn't happy with it and it just sat in the back of the safe.

Finally a few months ago I talked to the folks at Rifle Basix and they said my trigger was an older version and to send it back. I did and they sent me a new one no charge.

Fixed all my trigger problems and the bolt coming out issue.

Also finally got the barrel threaded for my suppressor.

So took it to the range today for the first time in a couple years I believe and started off with some Federal Auto Match.

Seemed to be shooting ok so I decided to use it to warm up on my first "Tack Driving" sheet.

Sucked so bad I almost packed up and went home.

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But I broke out some Wolf Match Extra and had a go with it. Much better. Just looked at it again and that number 9 is iffy, probably call it a 19 total.

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Did another and was even better

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Then tried some SK Standard Plus and some RWS Target Rifle.

Both did pretty good.

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I was really happy with how it was shooting. Just need to make the time to take it out more.
Link Posted: 4/7/2019 7:58:19 PM EDT
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I recently purchased a Ruger Competition 10/22 and have had it out the last couple days.

When I purchased it about a month ago it would not feed several types of ammo and I had to send it back to Ruger and I think they have all the bugs worked out.

It is shooting really good, a little better than my CZ 455 VPT.

The scope is a Bushnell Engage 2.5-10x44mm with parallax adjustment to 10 yards.

I bought the scope used in like new condition here on the EE and it came with a Leupold cantilever base.

It looks too high and I had planned on replacing it but it turns out to be the perfect height for me.

Here are a few pics of the gun, some groups and a few Tack Driving targets.

The last tack driving target was better but I hope to improve on it.

Several of the shots were really hard to call one way or another so you might score it differently. Won't hurt my feelings if you disagree.



Some 25 yrd 10 round groups from the CZ and the Ruger. RCC=Ruger Custom shop Competition







Yesterday



Today

Link Posted: 4/7/2019 8:23:06 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 4/8/2019 3:13:00 PM EDT
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That's some solid shooting out of the new Ruger.
Link Posted: 4/8/2019 5:43:44 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By Hoser:
That's some solid shooting out of the new Ruger.
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Thanks, I’m pretty happy with it now that Ruger got it running smoothly.

This tac driving game is fun and aggravating at the same time. Big difference between shooting good groups and hitting these dots.

I’ve been shooting these targets a good bit and I think it has improved my shooting. You really have to concentrate and try to be perfect every time you pull the trigger.

Going from a bolt gun to a semi auto I have had to force myself to slow down between shots. Shooting the dots has helped with that.
Link Posted: 4/9/2019 2:25:08 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Trollslayer] [#17]
Excellent shooting.

My scope won't focus at 25 yards.  IIRC, it barely focused at 50 yards, too.

Then, at 100 yards the wind becomes a significant factor.

This shooting stuff is hard.
Link Posted: 4/9/2019 9:37:59 AM EDT
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Link Posted: 4/10/2019 12:57:56 PM EDT
[Last Edit: crashburnrepeat] [#19]
Shot this again yesterday. It takes everything I have to complete 25. Even with great ammo and rifle
Link Posted: 4/18/2019 4:46:57 PM EDT
[Last Edit: mark5pt56] [#20]
EDIT-AS POINTED OUT BELOW, I GOOFED AND SHOT THE 50 YD TARGET AT 25-

Gave it a shot today. Was pretty windy, 10-15 and did a full run at 25. Did shoot 12 at 50 but ran out on the Cold range call, no pic, but 4 out 12 on the tone.

I may try another type of ammo in the price range of the Wolf MT, always seem to get a wild one here and there. The one on the bottom right is close, I couldn't confirm 100% so went with a no count.

Mark

CZ 455 Varmint, Luepold 4-16 AR scope, need to upgrade this. Shot from the bench, 6-9 Harris and rear bag. Wolf Match Target



Link Posted: 4/18/2019 6:53:21 PM EDT
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I have to say that I probably wouldn't even try it in 10-15 mph winds.

Nice looking rifle and good shooting for those conditions.

I do believe that is a 50 yard target though.
Link Posted: 4/18/2019 7:30:39 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By TN-MadDog:
I have to say that I probably wouldn't even try it in 10-15 mph winds.

Nice looking rifle and good shooting for those conditions.

I do believe that is a 50 yard target though.
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Dang it, you are right. I goofed, went out to the garage and sure enough, I put up the wrong one. Crap, I will have to do this again in the next couple of weeks and post it. I better tighten up though! Thanks for pointing that out!

Mark
Link Posted: 4/18/2019 8:31:20 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By mark5pt56:

Dang it, you are right. I goofed, went out to the garage and sure enough, I put up the wrong one. Crap, I will have to do this again in the next couple of weeks and post it. I better tighten up though! Thanks for pointing that out!

Mark
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Hope you can find a day with less wind

I'm itching to get and try it again myself. Looks like good weather here first of the week.
Link Posted: 4/18/2019 9:18:58 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By TN-MadDog:

Hope you can find a day with less wind

I'm itching to get and try it again myself. Looks like good weather here first of the week.
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The range I go to is about 7 miles from the west coast here and there always seems to be some wind. Warm though!
Link Posted: 4/19/2019 9:38:14 AM EDT
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Originally Posted By mark5pt56:

The range I go to is about 7 miles from the west coast here and there always seems to be some wind. Warm though!
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@mark5pt56
Which range? I'm on the west coast (SWFL)
Link Posted: 4/19/2019 11:20:52 AM EDT
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Knights Trail. I just checked again, 10MPH is the lowest for the next 10 days. It swirls in there!
Link Posted: 4/29/2019 3:24:56 PM EDT
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Knights Trail. I just checked again, 10MPH is the lowest for the next 10 days. It swirls in there!
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that was my battle trying to do the 100 yard at my local outdoor range, going to knock out the 25 yard one on an indoor this week though.
Link Posted: 4/29/2019 7:15:00 PM EDT
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I was out a week or so ago trying some different types of ammo at 100 yards.

None of the ammo was doing good at all at 100.

This rifle and at least a couple types of ammo are doing really good at 25 and 50 so was a bit disappointed with the results.

I tried one 100 yard target and quit after about 10 rounds.

Might try some other ammo at 100 later on but with what I have now, there is no point in it.
Link Posted: 4/29/2019 10:48:48 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By TN-MadDog:
I was out a week or so ago trying some different types of ammo at 100 yards.

None of the ammo was doing good at all at 100.

This rifle and at least a couple types of ammo are doing really good at 25 and 50 so was a bit disappointed with the results.

I tried one 100 yard target and quit after about 10 rounds.

Might try some other ammo at 100 later on but with what I have now, there is no point in it.
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Ammo is my biggest issue. Consistency will make or break it and the current ammo I have always breaks it. It's fun to shoot even if it sucks as it's a very good way to hone the basics.
Link Posted: 5/5/2019 7:21:33 PM EDT
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I may order some of the SK match based on others reports. Seems the Wolf Match Target has at least 2-3 every 25 rounds.
Link Posted: 5/6/2019 12:42:36 PM EDT
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Anyone try any of this stuff?
Is it worth the price?
RWS
Link Posted: 5/6/2019 12:54:04 PM EDT
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Anyone try any of this stuff?
Is it worth the price?
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It is the top of the line RWS...It didn't shoot any better than RWS Target Rifle out of my CZ455.  At a certain point, you will be shooting ammo that is more capable than you are.
Link Posted: 5/6/2019 2:21:18 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By TN-MadDog:
I was out a week or so ago trying some different types of ammo at 100 yards.

None of the ammo was doing good at all at 100.

This rifle and at least a couple types of ammo are doing really good at 25 and 50 so was a bit disappointed with the results.

I tried one 100 yard target and quit after about 10 rounds.

Might try some other ammo at 100 later on but with what I have now, there is no point in it.
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Was the problem just the wind?  At distances as long as 100 yards and beyond, wind is a HUGE factor.  My range always has strong gusty winds.  The winds start at sunrise and build and become more gusty (variable) as the day goes on.  Unless you are up and shooting before the sun comes up over the mountains, you are going to shoot in a fishtailing wind of a nominal 5-10 mph value with variations of at least +/- 3-5 mph.

In this Tack Driving game, the wind variable differs from range-to-range.  I suspect it is the determining factor in one's success or failure in shooting a good target relative to one's own shooting abilities.  That is especially true at the long, 100 yard distance.  We don't see many 100 yard targets posted, do we?

Shooting 1 MOA at 100 yards is relatively easy with a centerfire.  Shooting 1 MOA at 100 yards with a 22LR is another thing altogether because of the sensitivity to wind deflection.

Does any of that fit with what happened?  I am just recounting what I experienced last time I shot this.
Link Posted: 5/6/2019 5:12:55 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By Trollslayer:

Was the problem just the wind?  At distances as long as 100 yards and beyond, wind is a HUGE factor.  My range always has strong gusty winds.  The winds start at sunrise and build and become more gusty (variable) as the day goes on.  Unless you are up and shooting before the sun comes up over the mountains, you are going to shoot in a fishtailing wind of a nominal 5-10 mph value with variations of at least +/- 3-5 mph.

In this Tack Driving game, the wind variable differs from range-to-range.  I suspect it is the determining factor in one's success or failure in shooting a good target relative to one's own shooting abilities.  That is especially true at the long, 100 yard distance.  We don't see many 100 yard targets posted, do we?

Shooting 1 MOA at 100 yards is relatively easy with a centerfire.  Shooting 1 MOA at 100 yards with a 22LR is another thing altogether because of the sensitivity to wind deflection.

Does any of that fit with what happened?  I am just recounting what I experienced last time I shot this.
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Thanks for the long post and I agree with what you posted. The day I was shooting at 100 yards the wind was near calm.

While I didn’t have real high expectations I certainly expected to do better tha I did. The rifle and several types of ammo have been shooting really good at 25 and 50. Shooting off a bipod with a decent rear bag on a solid bench.

None of the ammo was consistent enough the even be close on the 100 yard dot target. I haven’t shot the rifle since then. Before the next range trip I am going to check and make sure nothing has come loose. It was that bad. I would get about 3 rounds in a decent group, adjust the scope for that point of impact and the next few rounds would go somewhere else.

If everything checks out I’ll go back to the 50 yard range and make sure it is still shooting good there. Maybe try some different ammo.
Link Posted: 5/6/2019 5:15:58 PM EDT
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Dang, that is a bit on the pricey side. I would only spend that much on fimfire ammo if I was shooting in some type of match.
Link Posted: 5/7/2019 1:02:15 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By TN-MadDog:  Before the next range trip I am going to check and make sure nothing has come loose. It was that bad. I would get about 3 rounds in a decent group, adjust the scope for that point of impact and the next few rounds would go somewhere else.  
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If the group movement was anything other than wind, I would say to check the base, the rings and the scope.  Even a rimfire needs a good mount that's properly installed.

If everything else looks good, try turn at "shooting the square".  This will reveal any weaknesses of the scope internals which cannot otherwise be detected.
Link Posted: 5/8/2019 8:32:44 PM EDT
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After pulling my hair out trying this game with a RPR, I finally got it with a Savage Mk II. I did cheat (a little) by shooting 25yd indoors. Winds were crazy this weekend. The setup...


First attempt was 21 after using a round as a scoring gage...


Second attempt managed to get 24...


I’ll try to repeat this at 25m and 50m outdoors.
Link Posted: 5/8/2019 9:21:02 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By MJ11B4P:
After pulling my hair out trying this game with a RPR, I finally got it with a Savage Mk II. I did cheat (a little) by shooting 25yd indoors. Winds were crazy this weekend. The setup...
http://i.imgur.com/oXf4ILO.jpg

First attempt was 21 after using a round as a scoring gage...
http://i.imgur.com/hDct1rN.jpg

Second attempt managed to get 24...
http://i.imgur.com/UwT1BWs.jpg

I’ll try to repeat this at 25m and 50m outdoors.
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That’s some good shooting

My 10/22 is not shooting the CCI SV that good. I need to try it in my CZ 455.
Link Posted: 5/10/2019 5:07:22 PM EDT
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24???!!!  Even indoors, that is truly great shooting!

I could not shoot a 24 even if you put the paper on the muzzle!  

Shooting well is hard for me.  That's what I like about it - the challenge.  It requires me to think and work at it.

Good job.  I am humbled,... again.
Link Posted: 5/10/2019 5:47:13 PM EDT
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I've been breaking in a CPC tuned 10/22 and I think I want to give this a shot.  It's been shooting very well with just CCI Standard and Aguila Super Extra HV round nose.  I only have a 8X scope on it (it's a squirrel gun), but I may be able to shoot 25 tacks.  It'll be fun to try.
Link Posted: 5/10/2019 7:45:58 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By Trollslayer:
24???!!!  Even indoors, that is truly great shooting!

I could not shoot a 24 even if you put the paper on the muzzle!  

Shooting well is hard for me.  That's what I like about it - the challenge.  It requires me to think and work at it.

Good job.  I am humbled,... again.
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Thank you very much. I’ve really been working hard at my prone. Wear and tear on the neck and back has made it challenging. I’d be very happy to pull off 20 outdoors.

Shooting indoors from a bench is far more comfortable. No wind, no distractions. Plus, having all the time in the world to pull off the shot helps a great deal.

I’m really liking the Savage FVT. I Debated jumping into a CZ 455, but have been very satisfied with the performance of the Savage.
Link Posted: 5/11/2019 12:20:28 PM EDT
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Can you play this game with a 17 HMR?

That is the only killer rimfire I got....

Red
Link Posted: 5/11/2019 1:05:24 PM EDT
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Can you play this game with a 17 HMR?

That is the only killer rimfire I got....

Red
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Well, technically this is a 22lr thread but I would be interested in seeing how your gun shoots.

I say give it a shot and post some pics of your rifle and targets.

What is your set up?
Link Posted: 5/12/2019 9:43:48 PM EDT
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I guess I suck, but I know that I will get better with practice.

I used the 50 yard target at 75 yards.  That is the longest distance that we have at our range.  It was quite windy and the trigger sucks on this Marlin 17V.

I am researching ways to improve the trigger on this gun.  Any one have any suggestions?

Thanks,

Red
Link Posted: 5/12/2019 10:17:35 PM EDT
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I guess I suck, but I know that I will get better with practice.

I used the 50 yard target at 75 yards.  That is the longest distance that we have at our range.  It was quite windy and the trigger sucks on this Marlin 17V.

I am researching ways to improve the trigger on this gun.  Any one have any suggestions?

Thanks,

Red
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Install a Rifle Basix Trigger
Link Posted: 5/13/2019 5:26:25 PM EDT
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I guess I suck, but I know that I will get better with practice.

I used the 50 yard target at 75 yards.  That is the longest distance that we have at our range.  It was quite windy and the trigger sucks on this Marlin 17V.

I am researching ways to improve the trigger on this gun.  Any one have any suggestions?

Thanks,

Red
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Those groups aren’t as bad as you think. One thing I noticed is you are stringing vertically. I would check your scope height relative to your stock comb. If you are not getting good consistent check to stock weld, it will mess with your groups.
Link Posted: 5/13/2019 6:36:05 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By MJ11B4P:

Those groups aren’t as bad as you think. One thing I noticed is you are stringing vertically. I would check your scope height relative to your stock comb. If you are not getting good consistent check to stock weld, it will mess with your groups.
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@MJ11B4P

Other than sighting in a rifle - that was the first time that I have ever tried to shoot a precision "rifle" for score.  I did figure out some adjustments on the scope - focusing the target and the crosshairs.

I will work on the trigger - it sucks.

and I know that I have lots of room for improvements.

Red
Link Posted: 5/13/2019 9:02:25 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By mark5pt56:
I may order some of the SK match based on others reports. Seems the Wolf Match Target has at least 2-3 every 25 rounds.
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I believe this is the same as Wolf Match Extra (I have a case of both).

The only complaint I have ever heard about Match Extra is an occasional low round (off call vertically low).  It was NOT 2 or 3 per 25 shots, more like 1 per match.

I have never seen that in my shooting but I am not as good as shooter as the person who was talking to me about it.  They may "see" what is hidden to me because of my larger groups.

To get better ammo than SK Match/Wolf Match Extra starts costing a lot more money for minimal incremental improvements.  As you get better and better, that extra cost might be worthwhile.
Link Posted: 5/13/2019 9:59:58 PM EDT
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I guess I suck, but I know that I will get better with practice.

I used the 50 yard target at 75 yards.  That is the longest distance that we have at our range.  It was quite windy and the trigger sucks on this Marlin 17V.

I am researching ways to improve the trigger on this gun.  Any one have any suggestions?

Thanks,

Red
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This "tack driving game" is more difficult than it seems at first glance.

Give it a shot at 25 and 50 yards and see how you do.

Rimfire, in my experience, gets more difficult after 50 yards due to inconsistencies in ammo.

I have yet to find any ammo that would let me have any chance at a decent score on the 100 yard targets.

Nice looking rifle by the way.
Link Posted: 5/14/2019 12:47:36 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By TN-MadDog:  Rimfire, in my experience, gets more difficult after 50 yards due to inconsistencies in ammo.  I have yet to find any ammo that would let me have any chance at a decent score on the 100 yard targets.
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Isn't this what lead to the demise of the rimfire benchrest competitions?  IIRC, there was a consensus the ammo was the limiting factor and people got fed up investing so much time and energy only to be let down by the ammo.  Even the best, most expensive was found lacking (centerfire ammo was their benchmark for comparison).

Ammunition quality and characteristics are also why 17HMR and other non-22LR  cartridges are specifically excluded from or categorized separately for events like these.  Their ammo is so much better and their ballistics are so much better, 22LR is just not competitive with them.

Note - the game's name is "22LR Tack Driving Range Game".
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