Yeah, me too. I just know most people running 93gr end up right around 2800 with the Edge. We shall see. I'm not sure how accurate my chrono is either. I really need to invest in a magnetospeed. Oh well. One day.
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Yeah, me too. I just know most people running 93gr end up right around 2800 with the Edge. We shall see. I'm not sure how accurate my chrono is either. I really need to invest in a magnetospeed. Oh well. One day.
Having shot this behemoth, I second that it kicks about like my 308.
That at brake is absolutely amazing!
It's been a while since I've shot anything without a brake, but I was pretty sure I remembered my 308 kicking about that much. Glad you hear you think the same thing. lol
I'm using the JP Recoil Eliminator on mine and off the bench I barely even hold the rifle. My left hand stays on the rest and I don't even worry about the butt being firmly into my shoulder. They're a bit ugly and loud, but I've tried numerous brakes and nothing has even come close to the JP Recoil Eliminator on the "heavy hitters" I've owned throughout the years. Tough to say, but I guess I'd compare the recoil to my 20+lb .284 win heavy benchrest rifle.
+1...i have tried a few breaks on my 300 and all worked well but most pushed the muzzle left or right with the factory 110BA break being the worst. the recoil eliminator moves straight back...like sparky said its loud...REAL loud.Quote:
Originally Posted by sparky123321
So how do you like the stalk? I am thinking of getting one and want to know how it feels. It seems like they are a pretty solid looking unit.
Anything you would change on it?
I'm at 3k feet and getting 2840 fps with the bergers out of 26" barrels with 89.0 grains of h1000.Quote:
Originally Posted by upSLIDEdown
2780 fps with the smk from a 24" barrel with the same 89.0 grains H1000.
What brass are you running with the 95 grain test loads and how the primer pockets holding up?
Have any of you tried Retumbo with this cartridge? Especially with the longer barrel it should be a good choice.
It works well with all the ultramag cartridges so id assume it would with this also.
upSlidedown,
Nice build. I like your choice of stock and scope. I've built a few Savage rifles up over the years using Boyds stocks. The results have always come out really well. Hard to beat a $100 Boyds. Big fan of the SWFA scopes. I've owned their higher quality/priced HD models in the past, but the fixed power "originals" are awesome scopes for the money.
Have a pound to try, but haven't yet. Supposedly it's going to be my new best friend.Quote:
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Thanks a lot. I'm really starting to second guess the scope. I can't seem to get the reticle and target both clear. I have no issues with this on my Viper PST, but it's driving me nuts. The reticle almost disappears when I set the parallax. A buddy said my reticle focus (ocular focus) is off. Tried playing with that, and didn't seem to help. I set it before it was mounted, and looking up at a blue sky, it's crisp, but not when I get on target. I don't understand. At all.Quote:
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Id be getting the clarity of the reticle fixed and that should take care of that.
As for parralex do the best you can still keeping a clear image.
Then concentrate on keeping the same cheek location.
Then hope you get the bear instead of him getting you. lol
The SWFA SS line is an entry level scope. For what you are trying to do, you're going to best spend your money on more scope. SWFA's HD line would help or another PST is about the lowest quality I would start at. The Bushnell Elite HDMR 3.5-21 for $1300 is probably the best option and minimal price paid for quality and reliability on that big rig. I know it's hard to spend that much money, but I don't see why guys continue to try and run these entry level optics for serious range work and wonder why they're frustrated.
I love the SWFA, but after upgrading to a Razor HD, I don't even like looking through it anymore.
All these things will become self evident. But at this point he's just anxious to take it on a ride around the block.
Exactly. I understand it's limitations. I'm not an idiot. Lol
I love my PST, and will love a Razor HD even more when I have the cash.
Both options you suggested are out. They don't have enough elevation. I need at least 32 mils, preferably 35. My SS has 32, and I hold under 3 mils to get it on at 100yds.
Where are you getting your stocks? I've seen these on a few builds recently but I can't seem to find them on Boyds site.
Called the Boyds Pro Varmint