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    Ring on bullet

    I started loading a new load today for my .22-250. I started loading a 60 gr Vmax on 31.5 gr of Varget. I am using a Forster Coax press with a brand new Forster Ultra Micrometer Seating Die on virgin Lapua brass. Max load is 34 gr of Varget. My C.O.L. is measuring right at 2.350. When I started...
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    Bench Primer

    So my RCBS Universal Primer finally gave up last night. I am looking for a bench primer to replace it. I don't want to spend primal rights money but want something that is going to be consistent and quality. I was looking at the Forster bench primer last night but don't know if there is...
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    H335

    At some point acquired three 1 pound jugs of H335. I only reload for .308, .338LM, and .22-250 at the moment. I will start reloading for 22 ARC hopefully later this year. I have not really looked into powder options for the 22 ARC yet but ,looking through my manuals I don't see anything I can...
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    Gunsmithing Broken Hex Bit

    When attemptin to install an adjustable gas block last night I went to remove the screw from my original gas block and manage to snap the end of the hex bit in the set screw. The first set screw came out with no issue by the second one is stuck tight. I am looking for any suggestions on how to...
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    AR Gas Tube Wrench

    While attempting to get my gas tube aligned before installing the pin my gas tube has become stuck in my gas block. I am using a Superlative Arms adjustable gas block and the supplied gas tube that came with the barrel from Craddock Precision. I don't want to use plyers and risk damaging the gas...
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    .22 ARC vs .6mm ARC for hogs

    I am about to finish building out a .22 ARC AR for coyotes and foxes at night. I am scheduled to go to Florida in February on a hog hunt. I typically use a 6.8 SPC AR-15 or my .308 AR-10. Will the.22 ARC be effective on hogs out to about 300 yards or should I go ahead and build a .6mm ARC upper...
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    22 Arc Go, No-Go, and Field Guage

    Does anyone make go, No-Go, Field Guages for the 22 ARC yet? I was looking on Brownells as well as a few other sites but can't find anything listed.
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    Vendor Check

    Has anyone ever used https://www.rooftopdefense.com/ My nephew is looking at buying some stuff from them and was asking if they were gtg. I have never heard of them before.
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    22 ARC Build

    I am getting ready to start gathering parts for a 22 ARC build. Right now the only parts I have on hand are a Magpul stock and Geissele Mark 18 handguard. I was looking at the Faxon barrels but not sure if there is a better option. I am thinking about an 18" or 20" stainless barrel. Do I need to...
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    Swivel stud to arca rail adapter.

    I have a couple hunting rifles that have sling swivel studs on the front of the stock. A couple of the rifles are set up with pastic stocks (Ruger American) as well as a several .22 rifles (Marlin Model 60, Rossi Rio Bravo, Savage Mark II). I have seen the Warne adapter that will convert the...
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    .22-250 Large Frame AR Upper

    Kicking the idea around buying or trying to build an upper for my AR-10 and going for a .22-250. I am thinking about either a 22" or 24" stainless steel barrel or possible a carbon fiber wrapped barrel if someone makes one. Has anyone does this before or is there anyone making uppers in this...
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    Replacement TEP Ear Pieces

    I have a set of Peltor TEP 300 electronic earplugs that I need to replace the rubber cone plugs. They are staring to wear out and twice now have gotten them stuck in my ear and had to have someone pull them out with tweezers. I know I can get oem rubber plugs from Peltor but was wondering if...
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    Dovetail to Picatinny base

    I just recently picked up a Rossi Gallery pump .22lr. I can't get it to shoot better that 5 1/2" high with the factory Buckhorn sight. I was only shooting at 25 yards. It has the rimfire dovetail groove on top of the receiver. Rossi makes a plastic picatinny base that will fit it but I would...
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    Kestral Screen Protector

    Does anyone make a screen protector for Kestrals? I have an Sportsman that I upgraded the software to an elite via link. I have used it hunting quite a bit this year and am worried I will damage or scratch the screen in my binos pack.
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    Ruger America Go Wild .350 Legend

    I just won a Ruger America Go Wild chambered in .350 Legend through a raffle. I am planning on letting this be my son's deer rifle when he gets big enough to hunt with me in a couple years. Does anyone know of any aftermarket stock or magazines that will work with this rifle? I would love to...
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    Accessories Swampfox Freedom II Rings

    Ii purchased the wrong height for my setup. These are 1.6" 30 mm rings. I needed shorter height rings. They were loosely mounted but never tightened down or torqued on the rifle or scope. $75 shipped. Insurance is extra.
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    Accessories Area 419 Arcalock rails

    1. Area 419 14" Universal Arcalock rail used but no major marks or scratches $100 shipped. Insurance is extra on all. 2. Area 419 12" Universal Arcalock rail 1 minor knick on the bottom side $80 shipped. Sold 3. Area 419 12 M-Lok Arkalock rail. This one does have some marks from the original...
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    Area 419 vs Dead Air

    I have a Dead Air Nomad LTi currently in ATFE jail hoping to clear the E-file system in late July. I am planning on using this on .22-250, .308, and eventually a .300WM bolt guns. The .22-250 is my groundhog/varmint rifle. It will see the most use and round count. The .308 gets used for...
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    S&W M&P22 barrel threads too long.

    I just picked up a S&W M&P22 .22lr today. I went to take the A2 birdcage off so I could put my TBAC 22 Takedown on but ran into a problem. The threads on the muzzle are too long for the suppressor. I have roughly .0144 of threads still showing when I screw the suppressor on until the muzzle just...
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    S&W M&P22 .22 muzzle threads too long

    I just picked up a S&W M&P22 .22lr today. I went to take the A2 birdcage off so I could put my TBAC 22 Takedown on but ran into a problem. The threads on the muzzle are too long for the suppressor. I have roughly .0144 of threads still showing when I screw the suppressor on until the muzzle just...