cheers for the input everybody, much appreciated. still not sold on what tent I'll buy but definitely feeling more like I will be getting a tent than a bivvy set up.. Especially after my last trip a...
Liked On: 01-07-2017, 09:12 AM
Hey Husky, I agree I'll load some more rounds up with the 139gn pills and shoot some 5 shot groups to see how they go. I realise 3 shot groups don't mean too much. Only reason I was shooting 3 shot...
Liked On: 27-06-2017, 08:59 PM
Good review. How does the field of view and eyebox compare to the VX6? I love the massive FOV on the VX6 and find the scope so easy to look through, with no tunnel vision, I wouldn't want to give...
Liked On: 27-06-2017, 08:16 PM
I agree with Tahr and I think this thread has gone on more than long enough.
Liked On: 22-06-2017, 08:17 PM
doubt anyone would notice given the context
Liked On: 21-06-2017, 11:33 AM
What's appealing to me with the 284 is it is a very efficient caliber in a short barrel. As for why it's not more popular? maybe the 7mm rem mag rules for flatter trajectory and more energy in a...
Liked On: 19-06-2017, 05:30 PM
Yep for those that are restricted to factory ammo the 308 wins hands down in that regard. I haven't purchased factory ammo for years, and doubt i ever will again. Handloading certainly opens up the...
Liked On: 19-06-2017, 04:47 PM
I'm happier with the 147s after one kill than I was with the 143s at any point during the 6-8 I got with them, that's all I can say at this point.
Liked On: 17-06-2017, 09:02 PM
16" in .308 still allows accurate shots past 200m, and the calibre is well suited to shorter barrels, with proportionally less velocity loss than most other calibres. A shorter barrel = less whip /...
Liked On: 17-06-2017, 03:11 PM
bill f Having a short compact rifle (Bush Pig) for hunting in the thick bush is a distinct advantage both in being able to move through the bush without getting tangled up and also for quick...
Liked On: 17-06-2017, 01:55 PM
Hi Hamish Yes I'm the young fella wanting to fill the freezer. 25 years old have done a few years of hunting with my uncles and I've finally got out there myself now and got a few fellow and a...
Liked On: 13-06-2017, 12:42 PM
A Tikka, bought it used off a forum member. Awesome round, not much recoil and accurate as hell, especially for the money I paid.
Liked On: 07-06-2017, 05:13 PM
It was 150 g factory loads
Liked On: 05-06-2017, 07:49 PM
Mine is 11.3" at 300y, so 287mm. 130gr at 3090fps
Liked On: 05-06-2017, 07:49 PM
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Liked On: 30-05-2017, 08:40 PM