.308

  1. K

    Help with CMMG accuracy expectation

    Hello, I need some solid advice regarding my expectations and options to deal with my CMMG CBR .308 accuracy. As it sit now, I have a stock CMMG CBR .308, the 2013 version with SureFire Break. It has an ADM Recon mount, and Bushnell ERS 6-24. The upper and lower have a great fit, and the...
  2. K

    where have all the MATEN's gone?

    so for about the last 3 months, I have been in search of a MATEN (mega arms) billet upper, lower, and (preferably) keymod rifle length/extended handguard for a .308 build I am attempting to put together. I say attempting because its REALLY HARD to build an AR without an upper or lower! can...
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    .308 Bullet and powder selection for 18" barrel

    I haven't reloaded .308 in a while and am needing to pick up some supplies. I know each gun is different and I'll have to find what works for my gun, I'm just trying to establish a starting point. I had a few questions about the 168gr vs 175/178gr and also about Varget vs IMR 4064. I have...
  4. K

    Build in a .308/7.62x51

    Im looking to build an AR platform in .308/7.62x51. budget not including optics (already picked out) is about 2K give or take a couple hundred. my priorities, in order are: reliability accuracy length (no longer than an 18 in barrel, YHM 3400TI is going on the end) weight I am not a...
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    Accurate 2460 for .308

    I have 50 rounds loaded with 168gr smk's and 42.7gr of accurate 2460. I will be shooting them this Saturday so I'll let everyone know how it goes. I am curious if anyone else has used this powder with much success in the .308 realm. Andrew
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    .308 Practical Rifle Build

    Need some Hide Advice on a build I’m starting: Purpose: Practical Rifle in .308 – will be used for hunting, range work (nothing serious) and to have a .308 as an all purpose rifle. Realistically, most shooting will be under 200yds. Like to be accurate to 300-400 if needed. Would likely take...
  7. O

    F T/R Competition H4831 behind 230gr?

    Has anyone experimented w/ 4831 in a 308 behind these heavier berger bullets? I'm thinking about pushing a 200+ pill in a 28" barrel. Suggestions? Real life data? Thanks.
  8. B

    Got a Browning .308 X-Bolt, would like some insight

    I'm a new member on here, I'm a former Marine 03. I've been getting more and more into distance precision shooting. I've always hunted, had guns around and shot frequently for recreation, but have been taking my marksmanship much more seriously the last year and want to keep on it. I am looking...
  9. P

    WTT NIB SCAR 17s BLK for 17s in FDE

    OOPS, my mistake.
  10. S

    LMT LM8 Slick VS Standard MWS - Ready to pull the trigger and seeking advice

    Looking for pros & cons between the LMT LM8 Slick and the Standard MWS. I have owned a number of LMT products, (Standard Patrol, MRP CQB - both piston & DI, MRP Rifle Length and a standard MWS). Sold my original MWS Gen 1, due to necessity and planned on replacing it at some point. That time...
  11. C

    Looking for Remington 700 BDL bottom metal

    I am looking for a slightly used BDL bottom metal for a short action. I know a lot of guys are going with the detachaible mag bottoms....so i amhoping someone has one to unload. I am trying to piece together an extra hunting rifle for my kids. Willing to pay, but not retail.....thanks.
  12. S

    Problem ejecting .308 spent cartridges out of barand new model 10 Savage

    I am having problems ejecting one particular brand of ammo out of my action. Once the shells have been fired and I release the bolt and try and disengage the bolt and eject the bolt is stuck in the forward position. I can cycle unspent/loaded shells through the action flawlessly meaning that my...
  13. D

    Review my Remington 700

    Remington 700 SPS Varmint .308 I bought this Remington 700 earlier this year and its intended use was for target shooting. After reading the boards for awhile I decided the first thing to do was change the stock. The factory stock is cheap and hurts accuracy. I replaced it with a Bell and...
  14. T

    6.5 creedmoor vs .308

    Trying decide what is best for overall long range/tactical/target shooting posts pics of your 6.5 if you can P.S. not a real navy seal
  15. CSAR

    Range Report 770 yd 12" Gong

    Thought I'd share a video and picture of my furthest consistent hits to date. Shooting as the sun went down over the Nevada desert with an elevation was 5100 ft. 770 Yds to a 12" gong from a 20" barreled R700 SPS-T. Hand-loads using pulled 175 gr SMK picked up from a member on the Hide. I...
  16. M

    Barrel heat effects POI

    I was at the range today with my .308 and noticed my grouos getting larger and had more and more flyers as my barrel got hot to the point you could barely touch it. I know it prob effects accuracy as it cooled a little but was still hot and i grouped 4 shots on the bullseye then the flyers...
  17. M

    Federal .308 168gr vs 175gr accuracy?

    I have a savage 10 .308 with a 1:10 twist. My local shop got stacks of federal gold medal 168 gr and 175 gr sierra matchking ammo in and i went ahead and invested in the 175gr cause i had shot some other 175 s and was already zeroed for them but are the 168's more accurate closer range. I heard...
  18. J

    new to reloading: Lee deluxe die set, what else do i need in terms of die? (.308)

    Hi i know a fair bit from research but there are some things im unclear on. im looking at a lee deluxe set to reload ammunition for a bolt action remmy. (single stage press) im not interested in peoples opinion on the make, im putting a set up on a budget so please no just stating hornady or...
  19. C

    Twist Rate for .308

    Hi all, I purchased an SPS Tactical with a 20" 1 in 12 twist a few months ago and while I love the gun so far it seems like every internet forum is completely swayed to the AAC-SD with the 1 in 10 twist. When I purchased it, I was under the impression that the 1 in 12 was the better of the...
  20. D

    New DPMS .308 and have questions!

    I just bought a DPMS AP4.308 and its my first .308...but not my first AR. I am a newbie to LR shooting but very interested in it. So I have a few questions for you guys? 1.What's up with these crap metal mags they come with that don't feed for SH*T??? 2.My rifle has a collapsable stock and I...
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