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    Scope upgrade

    Vx3i 3.5-10 Boone and crocket reticle with cds. Or a basic duplex + cds. Light, cheap, big improvement, great glass, better features. You win like five times.
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    Spending the big bucks on optics?

    Totally worth it. I've tried the half ass measures and they, while good, are not great. $3k for a spotter was too much for me though. $1,100.00 for a used Leica was just the ticket however. A few years back my first piece of Alpha glass was swaro 10x42 SLC binos, bought new for $1,800.00...
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    Tough Scope options. SHV? ATACR? LRHS? Veracity?

    This is the kind of thing I love about this place. Good on everyone. Powell: good job giving props where props were due. Now that your buddy has an extra scope, sell price?
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    The one-rifle hunter

    My goal is the one gun solution. I have a love hate relationship with trying new kit. I'm thinking I'm there with my nosler 300wsm.
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    Christensen arms mesa 7mm mag order, set up help!

    Consider also that a 20moa rail may or may not affect your cheek weld to the point you need to add a pad to your stock, added weight. Maybe not a big deal but I find it unwieldy. If for instance you've previously used medium height ring generally speaking, try talley mediums or a 20 moa rail...
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    TA33 users?

    I assume you mean Trijicon TA33 ACOG? If so, I've had several of the 4x acogs and 3 of the TA33's which are 3x acogs. While a great AR optic I wouldn't use one on a hunting rifle. Especially if recoil is a bit muscular. They have shitty eye relief. But if you must, I'd take a Red Chevron of...
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    Christensen arms mesa 7mm mag order, set up help!

    I have an SHV 3-10 in Talley lightweight medium height rings on my Nosler 300wsm. No issues whatsoever thus far, 300 rounds +/- down the tube and I still have enough elevation available to dial out to about 1200 or so (but have not shot that far). Several years ago I had a vortex mounted in...
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    Nightforce SHV 3-10x42 MOAR, non-illuminated

    Great condition all around, glass is perfect, function is perfect. Comes with box and all factory contents, also includes Aadland scope covers ($106.00) and Nightforce lightweight 1.375 rings ($160.00). Shipped to you for $750.00. Trade possibilities: Leupold vx3i 4-14x40, duplex, cds, side...
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    .308 or 300 win mag for elk hunting

    I needed this lol
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    Keep the Leica 62mm APO spotter or......

    I too have the 62mm Leica. My scope w/o cover is 36 ounces. I've considered a similar move and ultimately opted to stick with my little guy and save for a bigger one to have both at my disposal. Having never owned a spotter until last year and now with a year under my belt, I use the crap out...
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    Western Oregon/N cascades

    This topic is relevant to me. I have some additional questions regarding trail cams... 1) How many trail cams do you guys typically deploy in an area; 1, 2, 10? 2) Type of trail cam? I killed a pile of blacktail when I was a teenager and in college and have barely given a crap about them the...
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    Monday morning new gun

    Ruger American Ranch, 5.56, 16 inch barrel. This was an "oh hey, I have an extra rifle strap" Poof - New rifle... Action won't cycle with an empty mag inserted, but feeding and ejecting is just fine with a loaded mag, bordering on "not bad at all" smoothness. I was gone all weekend visiting...
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    New bike suggestions

    My ss is 34:20 so pretty easy. You'd be surprised much better you hunt from a bike when there's nothing to do but observe and pedal, walk some here or there then pedal some more...
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    New bike suggestions

    From a former DH & XC mtn bike racer, a few thoughts.... Less is more. Full rigid steel frame & fork with 26 in. wheels and 2.3in. or bigger tires, single speed, hydro disc brakes, a good saddle (brooks) and professional fitting will be the best option for a hunting bike. Quiet, reliable...
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    3-15 optic

    At your ranges I think the wind plex might be unnecessary, and might be a little too "busy" of a reticle. I have a vx5hd 3-15 with B&C reticle and zl2 turret on my 308. The reticle accurately gets me to 500 at 12x mag. without dialing, and I can dial beyond 500 at 15x mag, best of both worlds...
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    Which rifle for fun?

    I'd take option #2. Barrel threading and/or cut & crown is pretty cheap if you ever feel the need. The 12 LRP is a nice, clean, low profile looking rifle which I particularly like. The few I've handled seemed like a decent factory trigger and I like fluted barrels. They are pigs but that...
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    Magpul Bipod

    What's the best sling stud rail adapter? One that won't twist like my javelin.
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    Magpul Bipod

    I called Magpul, no option for mounting direct to a sling stud.
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    Max effective distance on elk with a 308

    Personal experience here only, a good quality 150-180 grain bullet with at least 2600ish fps muzzle velocity will get you to 500 for an ethical kill with a 308 where you should be in the 1700 - 1800 fps range. However, at yardages 350 or so to your 500 yard max you'll want to make sure you're...
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    Max effective distance on elk with a 308

    I have this exact rifle/caliber. Good pairing. Last fall, shooting my Christensen arms 308, 20 inch barrel, I shot a bull at 409 yards with Hornady 178 eldx, he was DRT, it was a perfect broadside shot however. I think from about 350 and beyond any shot I'd consider would need to be ideal like...

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