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  1. Huntchic

    Thoughts on scope and magnification

    I also liked the suggestion on taking them both out and trying them out side by side. I’ve used strike eagles a bunch on like 556’s but not for out in the woods kinda hunting so really not sure how one would do in that type setting. Guess I’ll see. I’m sure it would be good around camp for...
  2. Huntchic

    Thoughts on scope and magnification

    Unless I’m hunting somewhere I don’t have to carry stuff to far or someplace with distance where they are really needed I tend to not use binoculars much. Backpack hunting carrying pack with camping gear sometimes a portable stand in the meat shelf and warm or extra clothing a chest rig handgun...
  3. Huntchic

    Thoughts on scope and magnification

    Thanks gentlemen for the input. I currently running a 3-9 on an inline muzzleloader, 3-9 on a 243, 4-12 on 30-06 and a 7-35 on a 300 win. As well as a few other rifles n scopes that are kinda specific use like 22’s and creedmore. All are basically hunting rifles. I have a 1-6 and 1-8 strike...
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    Thoughts on scope and magnification

    I greatly appreciate your input FWAFWOW and addressing your response to the two choices. I think your spot on in your opinions.
  5. Huntchic

    Thoughts on scope and magnification

    So I just built an AR platform 6.5 Grendel for deer hunting in NC mostly. I hunt 70% around fields from a stand. Shots range from 30 yards to 150 most of the time but could take shots out to 300 yards at times. My other 30% is hunting in the woods where a 150 yard shot would be rare and most...
  6. Huntchic

    Anyone loading 222 with Speer 70gr semi Spitzer ?

    I honestly don’t remember what mounts. Likely vortex, Talley or maybe Warne. Pretty much only ones I buy. I’ll try to remember to look at them later. I put a strike eagle 1-6 on it so I can put it on 1 for grouse n birds that I kick up. At 6x its fine for 222 shots.
  7. Huntchic

    6.5 Grendel info and insights

    NRA4life I completely understand. My eyes aren’t what they used to be either. Have to wear glasses to read most things nowadays. 1” -2” will definitely take a deer. I’m just grateful I’m still able to do things I enjoy.
  8. Huntchic

    6.5 Grendel info and insights

    Nra4life When you say it loves the eldm’s is that handloads or factory ammo? What size groups are you getting?
  9. Huntchic

    6.5 Grendel info and insights

    I was expecting the ELDM to be my best shooter too but the SST, partition and ELdm all shooting the same loads and group sizes in mine. Maybe slightly better with the partition actually. I haven’t yet shot past 200 yards yet so will see then.
  10. Huntchic

    Anyone loading 222 with Speer 70gr semi Spitzer ?

    Thank you. It’s taken a truckload of various critters, from squirrels to deer.
  11. Huntchic

    Anyone loading 222 with Speer 70gr semi Spitzer ?

    Here’s that savage 24 over under. 222 top 20 gauge mag on bottom.
  12. Huntchic

    Anyone loading 222 with Speer 70gr semi Spitzer ?

    lol. I still remember when I was little telling my mom “When I grow up I’m going to make $7 an hour!” lol. The only 222 I still have is an old Savage 24 over under. 222 rem on top 20 gauge magnum on bottom. It still shoots same hole groups. Squirrels pass out and fall from the trees turkeys...
  13. Huntchic

    6.5 Grendel info and insights

    So what’s everyone’s thoughts on velocity out Grendel for like 120-125 grain bullets? Is 2400 fps good enough for a deer or is something in range of 2500 + much better? I’m shooting a Faxon 18” but know I’ve heard plenty of guys using 12” to 24” barrels. Kinda interested in what y’all feel as...
  14. Huntchic

    6.5 Grendel hunting

    As Okie Poke was saying about fiddling with loading. For me it’s relaxing. It’s kinda like cooking in a way. Trying to come up with that perfect mix of ingredients. I’m a science gal and outdoors person as well as huntress so for me handloading just fits and find it satisfying.
  15. Huntchic

    6.5 Grendel info and insights

    I’ve only ever hunted with an AR platform one time. Decided I wanted to shoot a deer with one of my 5.56’s was pretty un exciting actually. Sat down deer walked to within 40 yards of me neck shot bang flop. Done. I decided to give the AR in Grendel a honest go this coming season. I do a good...
  16. Huntchic

    6.5 Grendel info and insights

    Welder, I’ve used a bunch of different brass over the years and still use Remington brass in 30-06 but I’ve pretty much settled on starline. For the money it’s good and don’t have to worry if I loose a piece or where it went after shooting from a stand.
  17. Huntchic

    6.5 Grendel info and insights

    That was definitely DRT JasonT. I’ve never night hunted for animals except once for foxes with my dad when I was like 10. Spent 10 years in USMC but those were different kind of hunting n shooting. Think it would be fun to night hunt though. If they ever open a night hunting deer or big game...
  18. Huntchic

    6.5 Grendel info and insights

    I’ve heard the guys that liked the wolf loads say it’s pretty much dried up and hard to come by now. I pretty much buy starline brass for reloading. I used to buy Lapua but it’s expensive and I’m not a long range target shooter or competitive shooter. I’m a huntress and range shooter for...
  19. Huntchic

    6.5 Grendel info and insights

    That’s a really great record with the Grendel Weldor I’ve heard a number of guys say they liked the Wolf ammunition. I don’t ever see any around here in the stores. I prefer to load my own for my firearms. It’s a heck of a lot cheaper if you shoot a lot. Also nice to be able to have ability...
  20. Huntchic

    6.5 Grendel hunting

    In the beginnings I knew I would use 125 partition and labored over a second bullet. I considered the 120 pro hunter, Nosler ballistic tip and even the 129 interlock but ruled out the 129 because of its weight, ballistics and speed. I liked that lots of folks said the pro hunter with flat base...

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