6X5 Thread V5.0 *new 1/1/21*
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Barronian, what software do you use to get the group sizes for all the bulls?
Can somebody remind me how much to subtract if i measure outside marks on a group. I’m thinking it’s about .22. Ive been estimating center but i think this will be better for me.
I believe the number has been .222. It is not used because it is more or less correct but rather to maintain consistency.
Somewhere around the beginning of this thread there is a suggested nominal size for everyone to use, however the 'academic' way to do it may be to measure some of your bullet holes (the size will depend on the bullet form and the target material) then use this size. Alternatively just be lazy and use something like OnTarget TDS ....
So everyone is clear there is no hard fast rule as to how much to subtract for a true CTC (please keep in mind this is just for fun and to hopefully help us all improve). Like barronian said the best is to measure a few bullet holes from that day on that paper (how you view them). It can be difficult to determine the outside edge of a group or bullet hole as they are like snowflakes in that they are all a little different. But years ago when all this first got started a discussion was had about this and the general consensus was to measure to the extreme edge of the lead mark around the hole (I personally leave the smallest amount of paper showing between it and the blade on my calipers) and then subtract 0.222”. This is not exactly scientific, but it really doesn’t need to be for what we are doing. Keep in mind I have seen some paper and bullet combos print bullet holes that were 0.198” so...
Folks, I'm looking for an app for my iPhone which will allow me to measure group size on a multiple bull target. I have tried Ballistic X which is good, but only works for one bullseye at a time. Any recommendations?
I believe Range Buddy is available on iphone ? it works well on Android so if it has the same functionality on iphone it would def be something to look at ..
Another fun day .. so many groups that are under 0.4 MOA .... until the last shot 
On the good side i am getting better at the fundamentals and can 'feel' when it is 'right'. pity i cant keep concentration for all 5 shots !
Still i got a new 'best' group
On the good side i am getting better at the fundamentals and can 'feel' when it is 'right'. pity i cant keep concentration for all 5 shots !
Still i got a new 'best' group
Well i'm pleased with this one I was rebuilding my position after each shot instead of trying to 'hold' each group.
One dud round on group 3 (should have checked it before shooting - i found a big dent in the casing !). Group 6 was frustrating - first shot nearly dead center then the other 4 were in my best group ever (0.201 MOA !) .... just not beside the first shot
100m, Sauer STR 200, Eley Match, no wind !, bipod and rear bag.
I was rebuilding my position after each shot instead of trying to 'hold' each group.One dud round on group 3 (should have checked it before shooting - i found a big dent in the casing !). Group 6 was frustrating - first shot nearly dead center then the other 4 were in my best group ever (0.201 MOA !) .... just not beside the first shot
100m, Sauer STR 200, Eley Match, no wind !, bipod and rear bag.
mighty fine shootingWell i'm pleased with this one
One dud round on group 3 (should have checked it before shooting - i found a big dent in the casing !). Group 6 was frustrating - first shot nearly dead center then the other 4 were in my best group ever (0.201 MOA !) .... just not beside the first shot
100m, Sauer STR 200, Eley Match, no wind !, bipod and rear bag.
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Who needs reality? Enjoy it while you can. My moment in the sun was only a moment!@Cuzz Thanks
mines just 50
Was feeling pretty good till I saw Barronion’s results..
Nice shooting sir!
I’ll go ahead and post mine anyway..
A little better than the other day.. same set up, T1x with Argos 6-24, SK rifle match ammo.
Averaged 0.39” or 0.74moa
Best group was 0.1” (0.19moa) measured that one a few times to be sure.. group below it was also looking pretty good till the last shot.. oh well..
tried for 100yds too, but a storm rolled in and wind kicked up right as I started. Maybe tomorrow.
Nice shooting sir!
I’ll go ahead and post mine anyway..
A little better than the other day.. same set up, T1x with Argos 6-24, SK rifle match ammo.
Averaged 0.39” or 0.74moa
Best group was 0.1” (0.19moa) measured that one a few times to be sure.. group below it was also looking pretty good till the last shot.. oh well..
tried for 100yds too, but a storm rolled in and wind kicked up right as I started. Maybe tomorrow.
@Wrencoforge I just had one of those perfect days I like your 0.18, would love to have some of those myself !!
For some reason i appear to shoot better at 100m than at 50m. this isnt just a feeling - its supported by the results of my 800 or so groups that i have recorded. It would be interesting to know how ...
I like your 0.18, would love to have some of those myself !! For some reason i appear to shoot better at 100m than at 50m. this isnt just a feeling - its supported by the results of my 800 or so groups that i have recorded. It would be interesting to know how ...
50 yards and 100 yards.
Shooting my Vudoo out the garage window. It was 45* outside and 52* inside the garage. SK Pistol Match ammo. My Vudoo really likes this lot #. I have 2 bricks of it left.
Bench, Atlas bipod and rabbit ear rear bag. 50 yards: Ave: .280" Best: .108".
100 yards: Ave: .998" Best: .550".
Old picture of my set up.
My first 6x5!
The ability to hold steady on my Caldwell "StableTable" started to falter on the last two groups.
I should have a better shooting bench, hopefully, sometime in the near future.
Also, I need to get a heavier stock of printing paper, to punch nice, clean holes in....
I enjoyed this much more than I thought I would!
The ability to hold steady on my Caldwell "Stable
Table" started to falter on the last two groups.I should have a better shooting bench, hopefully, sometime in the near future.
Also, I need to get a heavier stock of printing paper, to punch nice, clean holes in....
I enjoyed this much more than I thought I would!
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The ability to hold steady on my Caldwell "Stable
I also have a Caldwell "unStable Table".
I cut a 4x4 to length to prop up the front of mine. Better but still not great.
I also have a Caldwell "unStable Table".
I like that idea sir!
I've considered replacing the plastic with marine grade plywood, since it lives outside year round.
I ordered a Legacy Shooting Bench last week.
Been wanting one for awhile.
I'm in the process of building a bench with treated lumber from plans on the internet. Almost finished and then I'll need to round up help getting it to my range. Going to be fairly heavy. And, hopefully, quite a bit more sturdy.
I'm in the process of building a bench with treated lumber from plans on the internet. Almost finished and then I'll need to round up help getting it to my range. Going to be fairly heavy. And, hopefully, quite a bit more sturdy.
Look forward to seeing pictures of it when you finish it!
Didn’t think I’d be this rusty, especially after shooting 22 NRL matches all winter but gotta put up what you shoot.
CZ 457 Lilja barrel
Athlon Midas Tac 5-25
SKRM
Bipod and rear bag prone
50 yards
CZ 457 Lilja barrel
Athlon Midas Tac 5-25
SKRM
Bipod and rear bag prone
50 yards
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Never had much luck for rimfire precision in the cold... but I figure its time to post a 6x5.
If I knew how to count... one group would have been in the zero's. I'm certain the rifle will do better than indicated today.
TS Customs RimX Rifle
Zermatt Arms RimX Action
26" Benchmark 3-groove 16.5 twist MTU contour, 22LR Primal 2° chamber
McMillan "McWoody" A5A stock, bedded, TS Customs adjustable cheek hardware
Triggertech Diamond trigger
Hawkins Precision bottom metal & heavy tactical scope mount
Tangent Theta 525P GenIIXR
Atlas PSR bipod
Wind: 8:00, 6-9mph
Temp: 32F
Station Pressure: 27.07 inHg
Humidity: 77%
Ammo: RWS R50
6x5 average: 0.245"
I'll try again on a day when its warmer and calmer.
Video of target shot:
Bulls 10-15. (the rest were shot a different day)
If I knew how to count... one group would have been in the zero's. I'm certain the rifle will do better than indicated today.
TS Customs RimX Rifle
Zermatt Arms RimX Action
26" Benchmark 3-groove 16.5 twist MTU contour, 22LR Primal 2° chamber
McMillan "McWoody" A5A stock, bedded, TS Customs adjustable cheek hardware
Triggertech Diamond trigger
Hawkins Precision bottom metal & heavy tactical scope mount
Tangent Theta 525P GenIIXR
Atlas PSR bipod
Wind: 8:00, 6-9mph
Temp: 32F
Station Pressure: 27.07 inHg
Humidity: 77%
Ammo: RWS R50
6x5 average: 0.245"
I'll try again on a day when its warmer and calmer.
Video of target shot:
Bulls 10-15. (the rest were shot a different day)
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Thanks! ... and video with range confirmation, uncut, unedited, is literally the only way any of this internet shooting has any value.
I'd have done it on a live-stream... but too many times, instagram fails to save the video after a live session. It's infuriating.
I personally witnessed someone shooting a Snipershide 50yd 6x5 at 25yds about 3 years ago. He didn't know I saw him, and he posted it later that day. ... so if I don't see video, the target means nothing to me.
I'm fickle that way.
Thanks for posting. What was your camera setup to record?I personally witnessed someone shooting a Snipershide 50yd 6x5 at 25yds about 3 years ago. He didn't know I saw him, and he posted it later that day. ... so if I don't see video, the target means nothing to me.
I'm fickle that way.
