Recent content by Christopher Hanes

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    Low recoil deer caliber

    I’ve raised a few young hunters and highly recommend the 6.5 Grendel. 123 grain SSTs are lights out deadly to at least 300 yards. Even though most kids are capable of shooting short action cartridges like the 6.5 CM, there’s slot more recoil and they develop a flinch easily. The other important...
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    7 PRC SAAMI approved

    This is the first I’m seeing that the intel is off. I thought everyone agreed it was just the 7 LRM by another name. I already dropped off a rifle (7 RM) and paid for a barrel. It’ll be disappointing if the 7 PRC is no better than the 7 RM. I guess we’ll see what happens.
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    7 PRC SAAMI approved

    Any indicators on when we might see brass and ammo available?
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    7 PRC SAAMI approved

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    6.8 Sherwood

    I saw that, but I’d like to see it compared to cartridges we know.
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    6.8 Sherwood

    So who has the scoop on this cartridge? Rumor has it, that it will be the next cartridge used by Soldiers. From what little I can gather, it has more internal capacity than the 7.62x51 but still uses a standard 7.62x51 bolt. Could this thing be close to 270 WSM performance? I did a search and...
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    338 win mag bear bullet

    I shot my Kodiak Brown with a 338 Win Mag pushing a 225 grain Barnes TTSX. 1 shot drop and flop. DRT. Distance 125 yards.
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    Which bullet for deer for 6.5CM inside 400 yards?

    The best short range (500 and closer) that I have found in the 6.5 CM is the Hornady 129 grain SST. Hands down! Every whitetail it hits just drops like the grim reaper himself reached out and touched them.
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    Let’s talk Bipods

    Anyone using a Javelin Bipod at distance?
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    Let’s talk Bipods

    Hey Guys, Years ago I broke away from using a bipod on my hunting rifle because they were cumbersome, heavy, and often detrimental to accuracy. I’ve been using small tripods, bags, and shooting off my pack. While these methods have been effective, there have been a lot of advancements in...
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    Help chosing an Elk Cartridge.

    Personally I think the 338 RCM is exactly what you’re looking for. Unfortunately it’s not having much luck in the popularity department. I wish I could get a Browning X Bolton the 338 RCM for my next elk hunt.
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    Best long range rangefinder for the common man

    I currently have a Vortex 1500 that hasn’t been working out well. I would really like to put the reticle on an object, hit the button, and receive a range. What’s everybody using? Thanks.
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    28 nosler vs 7RM

    The practical side of me says go with the 7 RM. I already own the reloading components and ammo is easy to get and less expensive. The other part of me says “what if we need to shoot a ground hog at a mile and need the extra umph”, lol
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    28 nosler vs 7RM

    What is barrel life looking like on the 28?
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    28 nosler vs 7RM

    I’m also debating between a 7 RM and a 28 Nosler. Lots of great points here for each. Not helpful, lol. I’m really leaning toward the “get there the fastest with the mostest” mentality, but the cost of ammo for the 28 is what gives me hesitation.
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