Hi,Clearly the concierge service did not come to this match![]()
Well this was not a Hoplite Arms coordinated event, lol...but I am pretty sure the concierge division provided you a driver, lol.
Sincerely,
Theis
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Hi,Clearly the concierge service did not come to this match![]()
Oh, I have nothing but gratitude for the Hoplite Arms concierge service. 10/10. I didn’t bring a tent either, after all!Hi,
Well this was not a Hoplite Arms coordinated event, lol...but I am pretty sure the concierge division provided you a driver, lol.
Sincerely,
Theis
In case I missed it, what cartridge(s) were used for the Aspis?
In case I missed it, what cartridge(s) were used for the Aspis?
@THEIS this sounds like a great milestone for your rifle and your company, good shooting by @Dthomas3523, and the rifle is looking good -- very impressive all 'round, congratulations and keep it up!
Almost seems like the Rrs friend needs a friend of its own. Mr Sandbag Ballast.Hi,
Happy Saturday to everyone.
The Hoplite Arms Aspis is hanging out with its' friends; ZCO, RRS, Kestrel, Swarovski and its' newest friend...Ziploc.
Ziploc is debuting their custom ammunition transport systems. This specific system seems to have no problem transporting both the Berger factory 300NM and the Norma factory 300NM at the same time. Looking forward to further development of their products.
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Sincerely,
Theis
I thought you needed an extra 50 pounds of bags, gadgets and random shit when you go to the range???
Håkan Spuhr acctually did pretty much that a few years ago. There was a no limit to what you could use in the match but you had to carry it, no carts or similar.Hi,
That ol myth is perpetuated by the .270 crowd and the "What, no bags??? I am not shooting that match" crowd.
Someone should do a 6 stage match with 1/4 mile between stages where you are not allowed to set anything down the entire match or IF you sit something down you cannot pick it back up.
Sincerely,
Theis
I remember reading the AAR on that one, with pictures. It sounded like it was tough but fun.Håkan Spuhr acctually did pretty much that a few years ago. There was a no limit to what you could use in the match but you had to carry it, no carts or similar.
If you were not holding it when ”ceasefire” command was given, the RO took it for the rest of the match.
Things got interesting fast when shooters were loosing gear they relied on at a steady pace.
I had my rifle and a small TAB rear bag, it got me through, I did not win but I did not finish last either. And I lost no gear during the match, unlike a lot of others.
WIth the bore centerline below the comb, how much easier is it to stay on target vs an A5 or chassis with a conventional action height? I've shot much smaller calibers with this style but nothing with more than 45ish grains of powder and 150 grain bulletsI think what he’s saying is “seasoned” elr shooters. Though in my observation, many of these guys don’t shoot a ton as it’s just their big rifles and the ammo is expensive. And if you don’t shoot a ton, it’s hard to be really good. That’s not a knock on them.
But I don’t think there’s as much of a difference as a lot of people think. Shooting is shooting.
DO you hire the locals?Hi,
You areas of expertise? As in what do you bring to the table?
Sincerely,
Theis
AwesomeHi,
Monolithic goodness, lol.
215gr Berger factory 300NM on left.
210gr Badlands Precision load development on the right.
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Sincerely,
Theis
Are those mono’s still mag length or we need to load one at a time
DO you hire the locals?
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Awesome
Any .338 NM in the works?
Still going with Liberal Tears ?![]()
im by no means a pro, but my guess if your fundamentals are up to snuff it prob doesnt matter much.WIth the bore centerline below the comb, how much easier is it to stay on target vs an A5 or chassis with a conventional action height? I've shot much smaller calibers with this style but nothing with more than 45ish grains of powder and 150 grain bullets
WIth the bore centerline below the comb, how much easier is it to stay on target vs an A5 or chassis with a conventional action height? I've shot much smaller calibers with this style but nothing with more than 45ish grains of powder and 150 grain bullets
Theis,
Any pcitures of the BMG/CT variant? Are the barrels and bolts interchangeable on those?
Sorry to be a booger, I didn't comb through all 48 pages.
Very Respectfully,
Stefan
Is it a quick change setup for the barrels?Hi,
No bother at all.
The Aspis is in production right now.
The Kopis (Short Action) will be following right behind it since they use a lot of the same components.
The Phalanx (BMG/CT) will be after that but to answer your direct question...Yes they (BMG/CT) will be the same rifle; just different bolt face and caliber of barrel of course.
Sincerely,
Theis
Is it a quick change setup for the barrels?
V/R
Stefan
All those muzzle brakes explanation in 3d, Autocad, about air flow...The Aspis relaxing after a morning of hard work. View attachment 7568591
All those muzzle brakes explanation in 3d, Autocad, about air flow...
You muzzle is 4 square holes and the rifle barely moves!
Congrats, what amazing engineering piece here!
Only 4? Those are rookie numbersHi,
Well I figured since I drink 4 protein coffees a day...the muzzle brake should have same amount of squares, lolol
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I do have one with 6 openings too though, lol.
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Sincerely,
Theis
I can not remember....Self timing/clocking brakes?
No. It’s a completely custom flat bottom action, only sold as a complete system.THEIS I think I missed it, I would like to know if the chassis will fit a Lone Peak Arms RAZOR .338 action and if you do put me on the list for one please. Thanks
Thanks for the information, is a .338 in the works?
I'm curious what the difference in the barrels would be? Twist rate? Throating?We just need to know intended projectile usage...jacketed or monolithics so the correct barrel spec's are used.
Faster twist.I'm curious what the difference in the barrels would be? Twist rate? Throating?
I never really considered that monolithics would need anything different than jacketed bullets.
I'm curious what the difference in the barrels would be? Twist rate? Throating?
I never really considered that monolithics would need anything different than jacketed bullets.
^^This Shoot 400gr Flatlines out of 375 SnipeTAC with a 1:7 Bartlein 36" barrel with twist rate recommended from Walt Wilkerson. Also important to match the bullet diameter to the barrel. Provided Warner Tool with bore/groove diameter of the barrel and solids turned to match.The Monolithics need faster twist rates for them to be stable, generally the heavier the monolithic for the given caliber is, the faster the twist you need.
Normal jacketed bullets may have issues when spun too fast, including but not limited to, coming apart.
IF you will be mostly shooting only jacketed bullets, go with the barrel for the jacketed bullets & you can still shoot some of the light for class monolithcs if you want.
Otherwise if you are trying to push the limits of distance and accuracy using monolithics, get a barrel specifically for them so you can make use of the higher weight monolithics for better results.
Hi,
@slowworm
As the guys have already said....PLUS when getting into the finer details of monolithics....not all of them perform best in the "standard" bore/groove dimensions that are popular with jacketed bullets.
To get the best results from monos the old saying of choose your monolithic then build your rifle around it still holds a lot of merit today.
Sincerely,
Theis
Hi,
The Aspis model which the first batch is in production right now is available in both..338NM and 338LM.
We just need to know intended projectile usage...jacketed or monolithics so the correct barrel spec's are used.
Sincerely,
Theis
I was wanting it in .300 Norma Mag and had to use the .338 action, 250 gr
On that note, do you have some specific monolithcs that you have tested against your .338LM barrels (the ones setup for the solids) and work well?
(So I know what ones specifically to order in).
Thanks.