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  1. SmileMaker

    What did you do in the reloading room today?

    Annealing a few 6XC.
  2. SmileMaker

    Just paid for my Auto Trickler V3, what Area 419 goodies should I get?

    Save your money, a decent loading block and powder funnel are all you need in addition to the V3.
  3. SmileMaker

    How much optic is too mich for .22?

    NF 5x25x56 ATACR , 25 MOA Kelbly rings , 54.18 MSR good to 400 yds.
  4. SmileMaker

    Auto Trickler V3 - Is it worth it?

    85 grains H1000 give or take 0.02 grains. A real time save.
  5. SmileMaker

    What cars you fools have?

  6. SmileMaker

    Mil-C or Mil-XT

    I have both in my ELR guns and prefer the MIL-C for the reason you asked. My .416 will be topped with a MIL-C. Although this becomes a mute point if you have a good dedicated spotter.
  7. SmileMaker

    What did you do in the reloading room today?

    Cast a few 535 gains for the 45-110.
  8. SmileMaker

    Bourbon snobs need not enter.

    Not a bourbon but one smooth sipping whiskey.
  9. SmileMaker

    Sidearms & Scatterguns PCC/Sub-Guns...show em

    Titanium bolt mag dump
  10. SmileMaker

    gun storage in the garage, norther climates

    My safe (AMVAULT TL30x6) has been in my garage (unheated- Ohio) for the last three years. What I have done to control moisture is 1) place it on a waterproof membrane, 2) Install a Peet safe room dehumidifier, 3) Install 24" Goldenrod heater and 3) 2 EVA Dry renewable silica dehumidifiers...
  11. SmileMaker

    Firearms Looking for quality 20 ga

    http://www.jaquas.com/gunlist/Details.asp?StockNumber=202880&StockTemplate=0
  12. SmileMaker

    Best Bipod for heavy ELR guns

    Phoenix Precision SEB Joypod LRA Tactical F Class Personal preference (where permitted) is Phoenix Precision.
  13. SmileMaker

    What's your coolest gun ?

    My first flintlock that I finished this year. 32 caliber
  14. SmileMaker

    Spotters Post your Spotting scope images!

    420 yds, Leupold Mk4 12x40
  15. SmileMaker

    Can i see your fancy scattergun?

    471 Silver Hawk 20 gauge. Not super fancy but a joy to carry in the field.
  16. SmileMaker

    Best "budget" spotting scope for 50 to 300 yards. Mostly 100 yards

    Another option with good optics for a budget price. https://www.optics4birding.com/nikon-prostaff-3-16-48x60-fieldscope-outfit.html?gclid=Cj0KCQjw9YWDBhDyARIsADt6sGad5M2a7tnz9A6JW2av7eC9FsZh6BxGLJpHGkcrTsBHJ-xrzu_lYRYaAiLHEALw_wcB
  17. SmileMaker

    Anyone Remember These Times In America?

    Senior year of high school drove a 65 Corvair that I bought for $250.
  18. SmileMaker

    Anyone's doc not sold on the COVID vaccine?

    https://www.cnn.com/2021/03/16/politics/donald-trump-covid-19-vaccine/index.html Good enough for Trump good enough for me. After all he‘d never lie or mislead me........
  19. SmileMaker

    These 2 hobbies work well together...precision shooting/photography.

    Not a bolt action but I enjoy photography.