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    Q&A Leupold Mark 4HD 2.5-10x42mm FFP TMR

    This scope model is and has been so close to stable that I think it merits some larger groups on zero checks to increase significance of results. -J
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    Grayboe Phoenix 2 vs. P2 Pure Precision Altitude Stock For Savage 110 Ultralight

    The phoenix has more drop at heel than I like. Exacerbates recoil in conjunction with the heavily sloped toe. -J
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    .223 for bear, mountain goat, deer, elk, and moose.

    Mine did too. On both fronts and on multiple rifles, until it didn’t. Game of statistics, we’re all out here trying to make choices that minimize the chance of failure, knowing it can’t be eliminated. My reaction was similar to yours. Just don’t want to see you lose game over it, that’s all. -J
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    .223 for bear, mountain goat, deer, elk, and moose.

    In my experience, in my observation of one other shooter, and in the consensus developed on this thread, it appears that Talley direct mount aluminum rings have a higher than average rate of shifting and breakage. -J
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    .223 for bear, mountain goat, deer, elk, and moose.

    Phrased differently… the magic is in the hit probability and the terminal effects. While the latter won’t change, both Talleys and the VX are stacking the deck against reliable hits. Wish you luck on the experiment, keep us posted. -J
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    .223 for bear, mountain goat, deer, elk, and moose.

    Scope that holds zero? Integral rings? -J
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    Cold bore zero versus (very) Hot bore zero “test”

    First, find out if your system holds a decent cone for 10 rounds. If it does, no need to do anything else. If it doesn’t, ask yourself if you’re really ok with that. Assuming you have to be ok with it for some reason, (perhaps budget), then shoot small groups at the same point of aim until you...
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    The Shoot2hunt Podcast

    My SWFA 10x will migrate to an RS-MRC-AICS in 308 eventually. -J
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    The Shoot2hunt Podcast

    Availability of inexpensive great consistent ammo, 50 state legality, and a barrel life so long that the gun’s stable period is virtually indefinite. All adds up to reliability. -J
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    Q&A Leupold Mark 4HD 2.5-10x42mm FFP TMR

    As with all things Mark LaRue, Porque no los dos? -J
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    Shoot2Hunt University

    Give this man a pass so he can join us in 600-1k instead. -J
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    RokStok

    And the bolt release location. -J
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    KRG Echo - Sporterish version of bravo for tikkas

    Pretty decent. -J
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    Would you buy this scope?

    Christ you people are going to drive me off this damn site. Quit it. -J
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    Operation AZ elk drop'er

    How on earth did you find this thread? Holy necropost, Batman. -J
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    Would you buy this scope?

    I hate to derail the thread, but could you point me to a thread which describes the characteristics of this optic? Or list them quickly in reply? (weight, price, reticle, turrets, ordering instructions etc.) Thanks, -J
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    Would you buy this scope?

    Hell, I'll bite. A few clarifying questions: 1) What magnifications at what ranges are you using? 2) Do those mags change for steel vs animals? 3) What cartridges are you shooting at these mags? 4) What is your average reticle deflection in mils, observed after the recoil cycle prior to...
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    Shoot2Hunt University

    1) 30% of the rounds will be spent during low precision positional applications like seated unsupported, where bulk ammo is appropriate (assuming the zero isn't wildly different). 2) 70% of the rounds will be spent prone, supported, or at distance where BC and group size matters. I find 77 AAC...
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    Allterra Carbon Hunter 3 Review

    A caution on that particular stock. Depending on your hand size, the grip may or may not be usable. For some, it fits fine. And quality overall is high. However if you are expecting the Tikka version of a Clymr style hybrid vertical grip you will not find similar ergonomics. -J
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    Let's See Your Semi-Custom Tikka Builds

    Needs rattle can badly. 16.5” 6.5cm threaded and adapted by Marty. Scythe Ti SWFA 10x UM Mid Rings UM level RokStok High Desert Linear BM Factory 120 eld-m @ 2700 fps 7lb 14oz unspressed 8lb 6oz as shown 9lb 2oz w/ ill-fitting Gunwerks bipod Worth noting that with a light scope, short barrel...
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