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    Wanted: Model 70 FWS!

    Looking for a Model 70 Featherweight Stainless in .308 or .30-06... (You're probably rolling your eyes :rolleyes: thinking "Good luck!".) Nevertheless, the last time I was looking for something hard-to-find, TFL was the place to find it. Does anyone know what the production numbers were for...
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    New production of Mauser M98 Magnums

    Noticed in the latest American Rifleman that SigArms is importing new Mauser M98's in .416 Rigby, .450 Dakota, .458 Lott, and .500 Jeffry. Check it out at http://www.sigarms.com/sigarmsweb/mauser_magnum1.htm Anyone heard pricing on these yet? Will they only be available directly from SIG...
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    .308 Bullet Drop Rules of Thumb

    I was staring at some ballistics charts the other day, in order to commit the basics to memory. One particular set of numbers for bullet drop struck me with a pattern: 150 gr ball .308, zeroed at 100yds can be reckoned by powers of 2 150 yds ~= 1" = 2^0 200 yds ~= 4" = 2^2 250 yds ~= 8" = 2^3...
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    Source for shooting jackets?

    Can anyone recommend a good manufacturer/reseller of canvas or leather shooting jackets? What kind of prices can I expect? Thanks, Steve
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    DS Arms Dealers Stocking SA-58's?

    Does anyone on the forum know of dealers who presently stock DS Arms SA-58's (FAL)?? Also, any experience with Arizona Response Systems is of interest... Thanks, Steve
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    Advice on 7mm Rem Mag loading

    Greetings, Looking for some suggestions on decent loads for the 7mm RM. Rifle is a Win. Model 70 LRH with 26" bbl. Emphasis on downrange energy and wind stability. Thanks! Steve
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    In search of training...

    Greetings, I'm hoping to connect with someone out there who has experience in military precision rifle shooting. I myself have military training, but nothing beyond basic riflery. (Located in the Austin, TX region, but will travel within a day to meet.) Someone spoke highly of a Gunny...
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    Rem 700 PSP = VS??

    Greetings, Can someone explain: 1) why Remington designated the 700 PSP as "LEO"? 2) can civilians purchase this rifle legally? 3) is the Varmint Special (.308) equivalent? 4) what is a worthwhile competitor in that price range? Thanks, Steve
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    Shooting with Rich L

    Rich, I finally got "wired" in my new location, so I can at last communicate on the Net. I wanted to publically thank you for the opportunity to go shooting with you last weekend in AZ. For those of you who haven't met Rich, he's a super guy to spend a day at the range with. Rich is a...
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    Pro-Shot 1-Step opinion?

    Pro-Shot has a lube/cleaner product that they describe as "an ultra-fine, high-tech penetrating oil that fills in microscopic pores in the metal. Instead of leaving a film, 1-Step penetrates the metal... It contains no solid-particle additives such as molybdenum or graphite." Any empirical...
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    .300 Win Mag vs .50 BMG costs

    Could someone give a rough outline of the cost differences for the .300 Win Mag compared to the .50 BMG? (Include brass costs too, if you can...) Thanks, Steve
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    McMillen Tactical, Dakota, & Reloading

    Can anyone offer an informed opinion as to the relative merits of the McMillen Tactical Rifle vs. the Dakota Arms Longbow? (Assume the same caliber.) Also, what is the relative cost per round of an average .50 BMG load vs. an average .300 Win Mag load? (Assuming you must purchase brass in...
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    Dakota Arms Longbow?

    Greetings, Has anyone in the group had opportunity to fire (or presently own) a Dakota Arms Longbow? I'd enjoy a report on this impressive firearm. Alternatively, any second hand anecdotes will be almost as interesting! Thanks, Steve
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