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Posted: 10/16/2017 11:07:20 PM EDT
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SC, USA
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Posted: 10/17/2017 12:14:05 AM EDT
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Posted: 10/17/2017 1:59:33 AM EDT
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Posted: 10/17/2017 2:04:03 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mjrowley:
I dont understand whats on the end of the barrell. |
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Posted: 10/17/2017 4:29:22 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DitchDr:
Not my thing but it actually looks pretty cool. It’s nice to see something different. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By DitchDr:
Not my thing but it actually looks pretty cool. It’s nice to see something different. 
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Posted: 10/17/2017 6:14:27 AM EDT
[Last Edit: _ERIK_]
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A bloop tube. It increase the sight radius. I like how balanced the gun is. |
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Posted: 10/17/2017 1:08:09 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By sparkyD:
That is kinda sexy. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By sparkyD:
Originally Posted By DitchDr:
Not my thing but it actually looks pretty cool. It’s nice to see something different. 
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Posted: 10/17/2017 5:09:15 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ziarifleman:
Dennis Demille would be proud. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ziarifleman:
Originally Posted By sparkyD:
Originally Posted By DitchDr:
Not my thing but it actually looks pretty cool. It’s nice to see something different. 
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IL, USA
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Posted: 10/19/2017 9:21:44 AM EDT
[Last Edit: mark95turbo]
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Just finished my first rattle can job. I'm trying to sell the scope so I just wrapped it in MC pattern ace bandage stuff for the time being. The pictures are pretty low quality. My Nikon D60 is getting pretty old.
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Posted: 10/19/2017 10:06:02 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryThat is a real nice looking match gun. Did it go to Ataberry this year for the NRA National's?
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Posted: 10/19/2017 5:29:25 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By AGR1279:
That is a real nice looking match gun. Did it go to Ataberry this year for the NRA National's? Dan |
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Posted: 10/20/2017 8:02:00 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mark95turbo:
Just finished my first rattle can job. I'm trying to sell the scope so I just wrapped it in MC pattern ace bandage stuff for the time being. The pictures are pretty low quality. My Nikon D60 is getting pretty old. http://i68.tinypic.com/2exm1ao.jpg http://i63.tinypic.com/dn0qv6.jpg http://i67.tinypic.com/33mwoe8.jpg I'm too lazy to do that good of a job 
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Posted: 10/20/2017 8:23:04 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mark95turbo:
Just finished my first rattle can job. I'm trying to sell the scope so I just wrapped it in MC pattern ace bandage stuff for the time being. The pictures are pretty low quality. My Nikon D60 is getting pretty old. http://i68.tinypic.com/2exm1ao.jpg http://i63.tinypic.com/dn0qv6.jpg http://i67.tinypic.com/33mwoe8.jpg |
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Posted: 10/21/2017 1:06:56 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/22/2017 9:19:25 PM EDT
[Last Edit: richtherake]
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Finally was able to get my RPR to the range.
 Attached FileDidn't have much time because I had a lot of stuff to get done today. All shots were taken with Hornady American Gunner 140 bthp  Attached File Attached FileShot twice at 25 yards and twice at 50. Then I went out to 100 yards to see what kind of groups I would get.  Attached FileThe far left target has my first shots at 100 without adjustment. Middle and right targets are after making a few clicks to the left.  Attached FileTime was a factor so I didn't give the barrel time to cool. Just loaded another 5 rounds and adjusted the scope. Far right target is 10 shots I took in under 1 1/2 minutes. Wasn't in a rush but didn't let it cool down between shots. Next post will have results. |
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Posted: 10/22/2017 9:24:24 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/23/2017 7:17:56 AM EDT
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Not bad and it will tighten up a bit.
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Posted: 10/23/2017 7:55:59 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By sparkyD:
Not bad and it will tighten up a bit. Pretty impressed with the Hornady AG 140 bthps. For 88 cents a shot they performed great. I'll have to set up a day where I'm not dealing with other pressing issues and can take my time and relax. Overall, I love this Ruger. |
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TX, USA
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Posted: 10/23/2017 10:16:05 AM EDT
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Shooting the same ammo out of Howa HCR yielded a .391 MOA group. I'm really impressed with the Hornady American Gunner.
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Posted: 10/23/2017 10:46:18 AM EDT
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IL, USA
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Posted: 10/23/2017 1:47:54 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ziarifleman:
What rattle can did you use? |
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Posted: 10/26/2017 7:33:28 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mark95turbo:
I'll get colors when I get home. Ive got them all labeled "Layer 1, Layer 2" etc. Its a long tedious process, but I made my own stencils so that helped me bide time between waiting for layers to dry. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mark95turbo:
Originally Posted By ziarifleman:
What rattle can did you use? 
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Posted: 10/26/2017 8:51:23 PM EDT
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I'm going to a 1000yard training course on Saturday. Does anyone know the rough drop table for the 6.5?
Factory loaded 140 grain Hornady ELD match |
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Posted: 10/26/2017 9:55:02 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Gerkyn:
I'm going to a 1000yard training course on Saturday. Does anyone know the rough drop table for the 6.5? Factory loaded 140 grain Hornady ELD match |
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Posted: 10/27/2017 1:42:38 AM EDT
[Last Edit: CDPhD]
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You can get a rough calculation from the Hornady website. For example, using the data they print for that round out of their 24" test barrel, at 2710 f/s , I got the following:
Range Trajectory Come Up (MOA) Come Up (MILS) 0 -1.5 0.0 0.0 100 1.9 - 1.8 -0.5 200 0.0 0.0 0.0 300 -7.8 2.5 0.7 400 -22.3 5.3 1.6 500 -44.4 8.5 2.5 600 -74.9 11.9 3.5 700 -115.1 15.7 4.6 800 -166.3 19.8 5.8 900 -229.9 24.4 7.1 1000 -307.9 29.4 8.6 ETA - The table looked fine originally. Now it is all screwy. Sorry! |
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Posted: 10/27/2017 1:50:32 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By mark95turbo:
I'll get colors when I get home. Ive got them all labeled "Layer 1, Layer 2" etc. Its a long tedious process, but I made my own stencils so that helped me bide time between waiting for layers to dry. |
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IL, USA
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Posted: 10/30/2017 9:45:30 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ziarifleman:
I mean what brand? Krylon, Rustoleum, Aervoe? 
Layer 1 I used Rustoleum Satin Fossil then added small stencils. Layer 2 was Rustoleum Dark Brown then added small stencils. Layer 3 was Magic brand Camo Khaki blended to Krylon Italian Olive then add large stencils Layer 4 was rustoleum Matte burlap blended with rustoleum chestnut brown in the opposite direction of layer 3. |
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OH, USA
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Posted: 11/4/2017 9:40:23 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By secretwheelman:
Well, I finally have a G MK4 on the way to try with the PVA barrel nut. I’ve been trying to figure out if a G rail will work with the PVA barrel nut. |
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CO, USA
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Posted: 11/7/2017 11:48:37 PM EDT
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Is it possible with a bolt and a barrel to go from 6.5 to 5.56?
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Posted: 11/16/2017 12:43:54 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ls4ya:
Did you ever get anywhere with this @secretwheelman ? I've been trying to figure out if a G rail will work with the PVA barrel nut. I'll probably end up going with an SLR. |
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Posted: 11/21/2017 12:56:30 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryThose are offset sights unless my eyes deceive me. (You do appear to live in a potato....)
What sights are they? Also, how much was this conversion? I've been thinking about getting a RPR and this conversion back and forth to/from tactical rifle to match guns seems like a pretty cool idea... |
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MA, USA
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Posted: 11/21/2017 8:48:50 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By secretwheelman:
It was a big no-go. I didn't see any way to make a Geissele nut work with the RPR. I'll probably end up going with an SLR. What was the issue? I thought the PVA barrel nut would let you run any AR rail as long as there were no clearance issues with the receiver. |
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Posted: 11/21/2017 12:33:01 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Saladman:
Those are offset sights unless my eyes deceive me. (You do appear to live in a potato....) What sights are they? Also, how much was this conversion? I've been thinking about getting a RPR and this conversion back and forth to/from tactical rifle to match guns seems like a pretty cool idea... The bloop tube is a 6 inch Houle tube with a band. Front sight is a Phoenix precision long range sight. Rear sight is Phoenix rear top mount. The buttstock is a White Oak Armament Match stock. The grip is a tubb match grip and the tube is a white oak 2.25 free float. |
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VA, USA
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Posted: 11/22/2017 8:01:47 AM EDT
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Thinking of picking up a .308, cut the barrel to 16" and replace the stock with a CTR with riser. Estimate about 1.5 pounds saved? I believe the barrel would be about 1 and the difference in stocks .5? As I understand, the folder would still be functional.
Thoughts? Mark |
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Posted: 11/23/2017 7:03:01 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By EzGoingKev:
@secretwheelman What was the issue? I thought the PVA barrel nut would let you run any AR rail as long as there were no clearance issues with the receiver. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By EzGoingKev:
Originally Posted By secretwheelman:
It was a big no-go. I didn't see any way to make a Geissele nut work with the RPR. I'll probably end up going with an SLR. What was the issue? I thought the PVA barrel nut would let you run any AR rail as long as there were no clearance issues with the receiver. |
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NC, USA
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Posted: 11/25/2017 9:27:12 AM EDT
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Are there any 20 rd magazines in 6.5 Creedmoor available? Forgive me for my ignorance.
Thanks, SK |
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MA, USA
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Posted: 11/25/2017 9:38:23 AM EDT
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If OAL length is not an issue then Magpul makes 20 round mags.
If OAL length is a concern then AI and some others have 20 round mags. |
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MI, USA
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Posted: 11/26/2017 4:40:09 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By StonerKalish:
Are there any 20 rd magazines in 6.5 Creedmoor available? Forgive me for my ignorance. Thanks, SK |
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Posted: 11/26/2017 7:47:50 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By EzGoingKev:
If OAL length is not an issue then Magpul makes 20 round mags. If OAL length is a concern then AI and some others have 20 round mags. |
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GA, USA
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Posted: 12/4/2017 3:33:07 AM EDT
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I cut my .308 down to 16.5" and put on a Magpul MOE rifle length stock (I like having the full length stock). The folder will still be usable.
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MA, USA
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Posted: 12/4/2017 8:31:30 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ALASKANFIRE:
Who makes 20 round AI mags? Think the most I have seen is 10 other than some weird homebrew stuff. Sorry for the confusion. |
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Posted: 12/4/2017 12:56:55 PM EDT
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I got to shoot another one yesterday. A guy showed up with a few friends to show off his new rifle. It was equipped with an OK scope. His 6.5 Creedmoor was hitting about 3 feet high and 2 feet right, his friends were less than impressed with his 100 yard performance...lol.
I had pity on his plight and asked if I could help him. I bore sighted it from the bench with my old eyes and had him on paper. From there, I dialed it in to the bullseye in 3 more shots. His friends were a bit more impressed when he piled shot after shot into the bullseye! Maybe a few more converts in the wings? |
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MA, USA
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Posted: 12/4/2017 1:16:26 PM EDT
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I have let a few friends and some other members at my gun club shoot mine and they all like it.
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Posted: 12/4/2017 2:47:52 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By EzGoingKev:
No one. I had been looking at steel mags and remembered seeing some 20 rounders that I now see I had mistaken for AI mags. Sorry for the confusion. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By EzGoingKev:
Originally Posted By ALASKANFIRE:
Who makes 20 round AI mags? Think the most I have seen is 10 other than some weird homebrew stuff. Sorry for the confusion. |
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Posted: 12/4/2017 10:52:03 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Repairman_Jack:
Not AI, but LaRue Tactical has 20rd steel magazines that should work. https://www.larue.com/products/larue-tactical-20-round-7-62-magazines/ Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Repairman_Jack:
Originally Posted By EzGoingKev:
Originally Posted By ALASKANFIRE:
Who makes 20 round AI mags? Think the most I have seen is 10 other than some weird homebrew stuff. Sorry for the confusion. |
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OH, USA
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Posted: 12/10/2017 11:10:33 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ALASKANFIRE: Who makes 20 round AI mags? Think the most I have seen is 10 other than some weird homebrew stuff. I have five of them to mix it up with my Magpul plastic mags. The DPMS are good quality and work without any issues. |
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Posted: 12/10/2017 5:16:43 PM EDT
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Gave up on trying to get a G rail to work, and picked up an SLR Ion.
Just needs a coat of paint now. |
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NC, USA
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Posted: 12/11/2017 10:39:09 PM EDT
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Finally got my RPR in 6.5 yesterday! I decided to get a Vortex Viper PST 5-25x50 scope. What is a good mount or rings to get?
Much thanks, SK |
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Posted: 12/12/2017 1:16:17 AM EDT
[Last Edit: grimhollow]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By StonerKalish:
Finally got my RPR in 6.5 yesterday! I decided to get a Vortex Viper PST 5-25x50 scope. What is a good mount or rings to get? Much thanks, SK http://www.primaryarms.com/seekins-30mm-scope-rings-1-26-extra-high-4-cap-screw-sp0010620016 |
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Posted: 12/16/2017 4:49:51 PM EDT
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I finally stopped procrastinating and got dies for my 6.5.
First ladder went well, gonna work up a few more loads but I’m pleased. (Dime in the pic) 
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