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    Is the 6.8 western gaining traction or did the 7mm prc finish it off?

    I'm surprised it hasn't been mentioned more over 3 pages, but other than just wanting another rifle, there's not really any reason to get a 6.8W when you have a 6.5PRC. Any percieved difference in on game performance is going to be attributional over actual. From what I've seen, 6.5PRC ammo is...
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    3rd Row SUV Experiences

    Have been kicking around a 4runner. Had 3 different built jeeps before having kids, and everytime I try to take my full sized truck off road, I really miss having a legitimate 4x4.
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    Maven RS1.2 2.5-15x44mm SHR-Mil Q&A

    If you could regularly get the 3-9 and 6X SWFA, there might not be as much interest in other scopes. Love the meme, though. As per always, I'd like the SWFA to be available with capped windage and zero stop, but that's minor enough.
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    3rd Row SUV Experiences

    Some good friends of ours have the 3 row Jeep GC. It's very nice, and that or the substantially similar Durango will likely be the direction I go when the Traverse gets unreliable. I prefer the longitudinal engine transmission set up over the transverse set up of most SUVans. My neighbor tows...
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    3rd Row SUV Experiences

    We have a 2015 Traverse AWD. Bought it new. 150k on it now. Overall, been pretty good. Had a few minor things like sensors and window/lock actuators go out, but nothing major. Do all maintenance as directed in manual. Use full synthetic lubes in everything. Towed with it way more than I intended...
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    Magnification range for elk

    I took a lot of game, including around 6-8 elk - IIRC, with 6X's; had them in Leupold, Sightron, Meopta, SWFA, Weaver and likely one or two others. Took game to 500 with them. Was plenty of X for elk to that range, which are a big target. Also ran Leupold 2.5-8's on a lot of rigs and took a lot...
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    SWFA rings

    I've used a pile of them. Never an issue. Grip a scope well and dont scrape up a tube. I like that they are low as far as pic rings go. They are pretty much my go to unless I need to add elevation or a touch more height, then the Burris XTR Signature get the nod.
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    Let's See Your Semi-Custom Tikka Builds

    One of my Whelens is a 7600 carbine. Use it for snow tracking/still hunting.
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    Let's See Your Semi-Custom Tikka Builds

    Awesome cartridge. I hunt with a couple of very similar 35 Whelens. Love them.
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    Let's See Your Semi-Custom Tikka Builds

    Heck yes it does.
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    WTS Warne Mointain Tech 30mm Medium Rings

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    Vertical split rings

    Before I knew any better, I ran Warne verticals on a lot of rigs, including on a lot of Tikkas direct to the integral rail. Never noticed a tracking error on those rigs, but had it reported by enough sources and people I trust that I discontinued using them at least 8-10 years ago. The unequal...
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    WTS Sightron 3-9x40 S-1 Japan

    Sold to qotsa23.
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    35 Whelen Max Effective Range

    Accuracy very good on the carbine 7600. 1.5" or better @ 100. Timney Trigger upgrade. Mine is OEM, not a rebore; but I have some experience with a couple of rebores from JES, and they GTG. Just this fall I put the Sightron 1.75-5 on it. Had a Made in USA Burris compact 2-7 on it for a long...
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    Maven RS1.2 2.5-15x44mm SHR-Mil Q&A

    I prefer to go to the integral Tikka rail, and I very much like the UM rings for doing so; however, the Maven in reference is a longish scope, and ring spacing with the integral Tikka rail doesn't allow for getting the rings as far to the periphery of the tube as possible. In your case, it looks...
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    35 Whelen Max Effective Range

    Thanks for the response. I fully understand, hence the aforementioned Ruger #1's and a smattering of other single shots I've accumulated through the years. Both of my Whelens are repeaters - one bolt, one 7600 carbine; like you, I haven't had too much need for a follow up on 20 or so head of...
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    WTS Warne Mointain Tech 30mm Medium Rings

    BNIB Warne Mountain Tech 30mm rings. Medium. Black ring, black hardware. $85 TYD.
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    WTS Sightron 3-9x40 S-1 Japan

    $80 Shipped.
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    Building a house for penny pinchers.

    In this area, it's going to be difficult to build a pole building of any size with living quarters for under 100k. I just priced materials for one on my property. 30x80, 2' overhangs, 1/2 room in attic trusses. Was just under $70k for materials alone; no site prep, no utilities, no concrete, no...
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    35 Whelen Max Effective Range

    Any particular reason for the single shot? Between ML's and a couple Ruger #1's, I've done a fair amount of hunting and killing with single shots. When so equipped, I tend to keep the shots closer than I would with a repeater that offers quick follow ups. Initial wind call might be off or the...

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