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    Dream Rifle

    I’d like a Ruger Hawkeye African and an excuse to take it to Africa.
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    Scope my 223 - which fixed power?

    I’m looking to scope a bolt action 223. Main use is coyote hunting and fun at the range. Throw some prairie dogs into the mix as well, occasionally. I’d like to stay under $400, and I am seriously considering picking up an SWFA fixed power scope when I can find a decent deal. What would you...
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    What's wrong with a Savage?

    Curious why Savages don't come up more often when people are discussing hunting rifles. Certainly in terms of price their 10/110 models are not budget guns by any stretch of the imagination. They are famous for shooting well, although accuracy isn't hard to come by these days. From my limited...
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    Recoil with 308 and 6.5 creedmoor and similar bullet weights

    Thanks everyone. I'm considering my first truly lightweight rifle, probably a Kimber Hunter. With such a lightweight rifle, recoil is a real concern for me. Have any of you seen this recoil calculator? http://kwk.us/recoil.html It's pretty interesting - the "Barsness' index" is especially...
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    Recoil with 308 and 6.5 creedmoor and similar bullet weights

    In similar rifles, how would the recoil compare between a 6.5 creedmoor shooting bullets in the 140 grain range and a 308 win shooting bullets in the 150 grain range? I know there are a number of factors involved here, so I'm just looking for a general idea.
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    TC Venture

    Saw a TC Venture II rifle at Cabela's. It seemed impressive. The action and bolt look an awful lot like the Sauer 100/ Mauser M18 design which I know is highly regarded by many. I'm not sure how the Venture II is different than the first Venture - I think the trigger is new and cerakote is now...
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    Tikka ring height with big windage turret

    Also interested in this topic
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    Hornady 100 grain interlock 243 in a Tikka

    Anyone here shot 100 grain interlocks out of a Tikka 243? Did it do all right with the slow twist rate?
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    WTB Want to buy Howa 270 or 25-06

    Looking for a Howa rifle (or Weatherby Vanguard) in 270 Win or 25-06. Located in Rapid City, SD.
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    Vanguard vs Mark V

    I think the Vanguard is every bit the equal to the Mark V from a function point of view. Howa makes a good, accurate rifle. If you find a Vanguard or Howa that has the stock, barrel, or other features that you like, you can hardly find a better rifle ... if you don't mind the weight. Disclaimer...
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    Who has moved UP in caliber for elk

    Probably not.
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    Who has moved UP in caliber for elk

    I remember a thread either here or on another hunting forum with some photo comparisons of the damage done by 6.5 143 eld-x bullets vs .30 178 eld-x bullets. I can’t find it now but I recall that there was often a significant difference. I may be misremembering. Seems like the issue is not...
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    Bushnell Nitro Scopes?

    Bumping this thread. Curious about these scopes, not for dialing. Probably the 2.5-10x44.
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    Leupold FX-1 4x28 rimfire opinions

    Thanks guys, this would be on a 22.
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    Leupold FX-1 4x28 rimfire opinions

    I've heard that some of the Leupold fixed power models have been excellent scopes, even for demanding users. But I know that not all fixed power scopes are created equal - does anyone here have any feedback on the Leupold FX-1 4x28 Rimfire scope? It is in the same price range as the big and...
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    Sold $114 Eddie Bauer gift card

    sold
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    Favorite Backcountry Gear for 2020?

    In no order... Avenza maps phone app (free version) Thermarest prolite plus, significantly more comfortable for me than Neoair pads XXXL blaze orange hat from the big hat store website Rick Young Outdoors bino harness Costco socks
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    Reasonably Priced 20* Down Bag

    Lots of good replies here. The more I think about it, the more I believe that used (but not too used) is the way to most to go for a down bag. Even used, Western Mountaineering and Feathered Friends bags are never going to be budget options, but high end models from other reputable makers...
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    Reasonably Priced 20* Down Bag

    Of course it all depends on what your expectations are for a reasonable price. Sierra Designs down bags are relatively inexpensive, usually available for around $200 or a little more. They're made with 800 fill water resistant down. A great option would be a lightly used 800-fill Marmot bag...
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    pac boots and narrow feet - Hoffman, Kenetrek, etc...

    Yep they are impressive boots. Not narrow by any stretch of the imagination however IMO. Of course that's a good thing for most people!

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