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Just managed (3) 5 shot groups @ .65" - 70" with Berger 140 Hybrids just after a break in session. With a Bushnell 4.5-18 LRHSi. Not exactly a great optic for groups. Wind was all over the place as well. I'm fairly confident I can tighten that up .
I'm waiting for the new magnum caliber Cross hinge to be released as a part. I prefer the conventional locking design over the standard. The magnum version looks like a direct swap
From my experience, the big LRHSi has been excellent. No need to deal with their CS. Still chugging along. Up to 4k rounds across multiple platforms in 5.56 and 6.5 Creed. Currently pulling duty on the STX...
Range day conditions were less than ideal . High winds and low temps. It was the first after initial break in period.
Shooting Berger 140 Hybrids (factory loads) I managed to print .65 to .75" five shot groups despite the strong gusts and 38 degree ambient temps. The real limiting factor other...
I love the thing. It fels like a bolt action SR25 . So far with only break in rounds of 140gr S&B ball ammo its been a very nice purchase. I'm shooting for groups in a week or so. I'll update accordingly.