Ashbury Precision Ordnance Sniper's Hide Edition Rifle
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OK Order placed!!!! S3660-SH!!! Frank you better get practicing your signature I'm gonna hound you to sign it at class this summer!!!!
NO!!!! That's my order Number LOL
My error. I misread the "S" for a "$" sign. What fashion color did you get?
Ephram
I had to go black with the Bazooka green. In my opinion while all the colors look good the black and green just looked "right". I like the idea of the black accents. My schmidt is black, so is my can. Even my can cover is already green with grey straps. I guess it fits my style.
As I mentioned before I'm taking PR1 this year at MH with Mike and Frank. I have a JP Lrp-007 that I am torn about taking the class with. While it's my dream rifle I didn't want the semi to hold me back. I wanted to focus on my core fundamentals and not worry about driving the semi correctly.
As I mentioned before I'm taking PR1 this year at MH with Mike and Frank. I have a JP Lrp-007 that I am torn about taking the class with. While it's my dream rifle I didn't want the semi to hold me back. I wanted to focus on my core fundamentals and not worry about driving the semi correctly.
Very nice. Please let us know how the gun runs for you in the class, and how you liked the class.
Ephram
I picked up my rifle, and while I am not using a pic rail, I did add the HRD RRS Rail for it.
I removed the sling stud and added the MLOK Rail system to it.
You can easily remove the stud and use the hole with the nut attached to the stud.
But I have 3 mounts in place, two back and one forward in the stud space.
I removed the sling stud and added the MLOK Rail system to it.
You can easily remove the stud and use the hole with the nut attached to the stud.
But I have 3 mounts in place, two back and one forward in the stud space.
Damn,
Went out to the range, 25MPH winds, so I ended not doing any zeroing or accuracy work
Went out to the range, 25MPH winds, so I ended not doing any zeroing or accuracy work
Beautiful. Can not wait to get mine - maybe another few weeks.
I am looking forward to your review and thoughts about the rifle.
Ephram M.
This is probably just an optical illusion but what's going on here? The photo makes it look like something/someone bit a chunk out of the scope.
Ha ha! That's the QA sticker that they put on the Nightforce scopes. But you are right, it does look like Frank took a bite out of it!
Here's another picture of the QA sticker.
Just noticed on the pic above. The APO scope rail doesn’t have a recoil lug? Probably not a big deal but it would make me feel better..
We used one in the class this weekend.
Student had a rifle that was giving us weird results so I let him use the APO Rifle for the 3 day class we had.
Performed flawless the student was shooting sub 5/8 out of the box with factory ammo. For the most part he was on Mike's side of the line but we did a couple of end of drill comps with the field and I know he cleaned the KYL at 400 in a 14 MPH Wind, so being able to not worry about the rifle system and learn definitely helped.
I didn't take any images
Student had a rifle that was giving us weird results so I let him use the APO Rifle for the 3 day class we had.
Performed flawless the student was shooting sub 5/8 out of the box with factory ammo. For the most part he was on Mike's side of the line but we did a couple of end of drill comps with the field and I know he cleaned the KYL at 400 in a 14 MPH Wind, so being able to not worry about the rifle system and learn definitely helped.
I didn't take any images
Me too. I have the bipod, scope and ammo all ready to go.
Looking forward to developing a load and running the gun through it's paces.
Ephram M.
I got the Revolution bipod, and a Vortex Razor scope in a Spuhr mount.
I also asked APO to put the ASR muzzle brake on the gun, so I can later mount my Omega suppressor if I wanted to.
Really excited about this rifle. Hope to one day make it to one of Frank’s classes to really learn how to run the gun.
Ephram M.
Anxious to see some field reports... I'm really wanting one of these in sniper grey, chambered in 6.5. But so many toys on my list to buy...
Just got a call from APO that my rifle has been tested, and will likely be shipping to me soon.
I am greatly looking forward to running this gun!
They also sent me a pic of the test target. 0.5 MOA.
Ephram M.
I am greatly looking forward to running this gun!
They also sent me a pic of the test target. 0.5 MOA.
Ephram M.
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This is the Standard version. No upgrades.
I must say, dealing with APO was amazing. They answered all my questions, kept me up to date on the status of my rifle, and have simply been one of the best companies I have ever dealt with.
I am very impressed. A gun that was spec'd out by Frank himself. Built by a company with outstanding service, quality, and guarantee of future upgradeability and support.
I don't work for them.
Ephram M
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Again I used the APO rifle in class to help a student,
The shooter came with a lever action 30-06 hunting rifle, which is less than optimal. Rather than go that way I suggested he use my APO and just replace the Ammo. His first group was easily 1/2 MOA and jus a few tenths off center so he was in the game really quick.
He got to work on the fundamentals and at the end of class took his 30-06 out and got two great hit with it at 600 then went to 1k and got his hits there. After he said, how miserable it would have been to shoot the hunting rifle.
This rifle makes life easier
The shooter came with a lever action 30-06 hunting rifle, which is less than optimal. Rather than go that way I suggested he use my APO and just replace the Ammo. His first group was easily 1/2 MOA and jus a few tenths off center so he was in the game really quick.
He got to work on the fundamentals and at the end of class took his 30-06 out and got two great hit with it at 600 then went to 1k and got his hits there. After he said, how miserable it would have been to shoot the hunting rifle.
This rifle makes life easier
If you can bring Your APO to the WI class at the end of August I would really like to check it out.
Thanks!
DW
SH APO Rifle with Lowlight at the Alaska Precision Rifle Course
SH APO Rifle with Lowlight at the Alaska Precision Rifle Course
So far we have needed to use the APO in every class since getting it,
It’s the perfect rifle to learn on,
It’s the perfect rifle to learn on,
Hey guys just wanted to jump on and give you some updates we made a mistake on the SABER Chassis manual that is included with you Sniper's Hide training rifle. We accidentally printed a older version of the manual that did not have the TASS shoulder stock adjustments listed. Check out the attached file that has the excerpt form the new manual that has all 3 butt-Stocks adjustment instructions. Again we apologize for any inconvenience.
We have a few rifles that are shipping this week and another batch next week!!
We have a few rifles that are shipping this week and another batch next week!!
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the Test Target on mine looked about the same, (Mine is a stock Remmy version not a special build) and yesterday I shot this,
It's 4 rounds because I chickened out in the Mirage, guys were shooting 5/8th or better with it during the classes.
Then Matthew sent me this, where Jeremiah did not chicken out on the test target groups
I would not sweat it, they are working great
It's 4 rounds because I chickened out in the Mirage, guys were shooting 5/8th or better with it during the classes.
Then Matthew sent me this, where Jeremiah did not chicken out on the test target groups
I would not sweat it, they are working great
My only question is actually about the Rail? I have a S&B 5-25 pmii mounted in a Spurh cantilever mount that I want to bring over to this rifle for class. Do you think it will fit on the rail? It looks pretty tight with your setup! I may have to call Mike if not
what is the height or should we guess ?
You need a height that is pretty close to a monolithic set up, most Spuhr should be fine
You need a height that is pretty close to a monolithic set up, most Spuhr should be fine
opps!!!! I guess that would be needed info!! To be honest I don't know!!! I told Mike I was putting it on my JP he told me what I needed, I gave him the CC info!!!! done deal.
It is on a monolithic setup LRP-007. But I should of known better.
It is on a monolithic setup LRP-007. But I should of known better.
I think the number on the side tells you everything,
On a side note, I am using a RRS Mount for my Zco 420 and it has everything underneath it, kinda nice to know
On a side note, I am using a RRS Mount for my Zco 420 and it has everything underneath it, kinda nice to know
Yes, I asked APO to put on the ASR brake that I sent to them. While I could have done it myself, I think it is always better to have the pro's do it.
I was going to go with my Surefire SOCOM, but went with the ASR instead.
Should be delivered to me next week. I'll post some pics, and then work up some loads. Can't wait.
Ephram
I got to admit I can't wait for mine to show up!! They told me it may ship this week, I'm pretty stoked.
I picked up the 308 version in Sniper Grey, (It might be a slightly different color I think I did a jessie James navy grey or some weird variant,) and god damn this rifle is HOT ! and SEXY !!!
Hoping to shoot video tomorrow on these, gotta hit AK again on Thursday so days are short
Hoping to shoot video tomorrow on these, gotta hit AK again on Thursday so days are short
Great looking rifles. Also really like the price point. Just for discussions sake how would this compare to something like MPA's production rifle?
Hey guys we are working on a social media post about what we have been working on with "Lowlight"! Link up with the Peterson Cartridge Company on developing .308Win and 6.5 Creedmoor ammunition that provides optimal performance in the Sniper's Hide Special Edition SABER M700 Extended Range Tactical Rifles (www.snipers-hide-rifle.com). While the final cartridge configuration is about to be finalized the 6.5CM ammo we've been testing uses Hornady's 140gr ELD and the 308Win is using the Sierra 175gr Tipped Sierra Match King projectiles.
Well guys, I think the folks over at Peterson have nailed it for the 6.5 Creedmoor. We are seeing excellent groups with ES and SD's that are tightening up nicely! Muzzle velocity on this batch of ammo was 2,844 fps in a new 22" factory barrel, not broken-in. Very soon you'll be able buy off-the-shelf Peterson match grade ammunition from APO that will provide exceptional levels of accuracy in your Sniper's Hide Special Edition Rifle...this of course if the shooter does his/her job!! Stay tuned for more on the .308Win ammo!
This APO customer is going to be really, really thrilled his new rifle and this 5-shot acceptance group... Trusted To Make It Better!
Well guys, I think the folks over at Peterson have nailed it for the 6.5 Creedmoor. We are seeing excellent groups with ES and SD's that are tightening up nicely! Muzzle velocity on this batch of ammo was 2,844 fps in a new 22" factory barrel, not broken-in. Very soon you'll be able buy off-the-shelf Peterson match grade ammunition from APO that will provide exceptional levels of accuracy in your Sniper's Hide Special Edition Rifle...this of course if the shooter does his/her job!! Stay tuned for more on the .308Win ammo!
This APO customer is going to be really, really thrilled his new rifle and this 5-shot acceptance group... Trusted To Make It Better!
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