I took a few photos showing the TT trigger but will only show a couple since I'm not happy with it and it probably isn't going to work out for me.
Well, just got done with Midway USA; got a return label and the TT will be going back for a refund. I was pretty excited to have a 4-6oz trigger but not with this one. Remember, I am not knocking TriggerTech, just saying this trigger isn't working with my rifle and it cause a lot of issues with these groups. Groups, I'm sure would have been even better with a consistent pull and solid primer strikes.
Anyway, here are the results from shooting. I shot all the SK brands and the two Federal GM Match and Ultra Match.
The following is random information that pops in my head while I'm typing.
Last time I cleaned this barrel was around the first 400 rounds. I have shot well over 1,000 after that and have not cleaned it since, including now. Now would be a good time to get some borescope photos.
I didn't run anything through the barrel between ammo such as a boresnake or other.
I went from one target to the next without any shots in between, off paper.
Conditions were good, slight wind but nothing major to make me want to stop. There's always a slight breeze.
Both action bolts in/lbs were set at 20 for all targets.
All targets were shot suppressed with a Silencerco Sparrow that probably has close to 1,000 rounds since cleaning.
I'm concerned with some vertical stringing I had that was present on every target. I'm asking you, the reader, do you believe this is this caused by light primer strikes or a contributing factor?
Multiple issues with the trigger light strikes, firing on closing the bolt, trigger pulls ranging from a few oz to 13 oz.
Overall I am really happy with the B-14R and after today reinforces my already positive feelings towards the rifle. I would buy it again knowing what I know now.
I have well over 2,000 rounds through this rifle without a single feel, extract or eject issue. Until today I have not had any misfire issues.
Ammo was shot in the following order. SK STD+, SK Flatnose Match, SK Rifle Match, SK Pistol Match, SK Pistol Match Special, Fed GM Match and last was Fed GM Ultra Match.
Targets displayed are from what I think are best to worst "subjective, I know". A 10 for 10 is very rare for me but I did get one with the SK Rifle Match. BTW, for those that don't know, a 10 for 10 for me means all ten 5-shot groups on that plate were 1/2" or less. Trust me, it's hard to put "for me" 50 shots together without a single "anything" screwing it up.
SK Rifle Match, may end up buying a case of this lot number if possible.
Federal GM Ultra Match. This is probably as accurate as the SK Rifle Match but did have a few "not so good" groups. These could have been caused by the trigger, I don't specifically remember so I didn't make a note.
SK Pistol Match.
SK Standard Plus. Cheapest ammo I shot today. Not bad overall.
SK Pistol Match Special. Because of the tighter groups maybe this should be in front of the SK STD+. The AD was not the first shot.
SK Flatnose Match. This bullet has its own unique bullet profile that is in between a round nose and EPS. The AD was not the first shot.
Last place belongs to Federal GM Match ammo.
Conclusion:
If I disregard the last two targets, overall I had 27, 5-shot groups out of 50 that measured LESS THAN 1/2", I think that's pretty good for my skill level. Keep in mind, I still get to test the Eley and Lapua.
Always remember, "and I have to remind myself" you can't grade a rifles accuracy with without using match ammo.
The two best ammo was shot in third and seventh "last" place. No cleaning of any sort between ammo brands. No fouling shots before switching ammo. THIS IS MY OPINION, this doesn't matter in a mass produced factory barrel. The accuracy level just isn't there to make a difference. I'm not saying it's a bad idea to shoot 3-5 shots before switching ammo, do what makes you feel best or gives you the most confidence in your results.
You know the old saying, opinions are like assholes, everybody has one.
Stay tuned, more to come. Now to find a damn trigger.