holy crap that's an incredibly low price for FGMM, regardless of bullet weight!
My new Remington 700 5R -- range report
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yeah, my buddy picked up two cases from them and with shipping and everything came out to like $23.00 a box. I can't find those prices anywhere else.
Idempotent
Zombies' Worst Nightmare
- Apr 12, 2010
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Okay, the rifle is complete now! I got the Harris bipod and mounted it. Tomorrow at Cresap looks to be a real fun time.
Idempotent
Zombies' Worst Nightmare
- Apr 12, 2010
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Just to update this thread in case anyone else with a Remington 700 5R comes looking for more information:
I've been pretty consistently getting sub-0.5 MOA results with my handloaded ammunition. I've been using 175 gr Sierra MatchKings, CCI primers, between 44-45 grains of Varget (45 seems to have the least velocity variation), and a smattering of non-military cases. A lot of the groups are wider than they are tall, which is probably a result of PEBSAC errors (Problem Exists Between Stock And Chair). So I can probably shoot better with more practice.
Since that last picture was taken, I've added an Eagle stock pack to get a better cheek weld, added a much thicker recoil pad, and turned the externally adjustable trigger for a lower pull. But that's it -- I'm still using the stock stock, trigger, barrel, etc., with a normal Harris bipod, normal Leupold Mark IV scope, and pretty basic all-steel Warne Maxima non-tactical-style Warner scope mounts without any elevation taper or shims.
I've been pretty consistently getting sub-0.5 MOA results with my handloaded ammunition. I've been using 175 gr Sierra MatchKings, CCI primers, between 44-45 grains of Varget (45 seems to have the least velocity variation), and a smattering of non-military cases. A lot of the groups are wider than they are tall, which is probably a result of PEBSAC errors (Problem Exists Between Stock And Chair). So I can probably shoot better with more practice.
Since that last picture was taken, I've added an Eagle stock pack to get a better cheek weld, added a much thicker recoil pad, and turned the externally adjustable trigger for a lower pull. But that's it -- I'm still using the stock stock, trigger, barrel, etc., with a normal Harris bipod, normal Leupold Mark IV scope, and pretty basic all-steel Warne Maxima non-tactical-style Warner scope mounts without any elevation taper or shims.
Its actually not that bad in HIS gun. I got the chance to shoot it a few weeks ago, and I laid down 3/4" groups with it.
SCARCQB
Get Opp my rawn, Plick!
Ive shot brown Bear 308 on a Savage 110 @ 100 yards , Grouped a bout .75-80" with it.
I'm getting the same results on an M1A. However, Did get a couple of FTF malfunctions with it. A bit dirty, but lower cost justifies the extra cleaning time. I'm going to try it out on a Rem 700. It should be good enough for 100 yard plinking.
I'm getting the same results on an M1A. However, Did get a couple of FTF malfunctions with it. A bit dirty, but lower cost justifies the extra cleaning time. I'm going to try it out on a Rem 700. It should be good enough for 100 yard plinking.
Delaware Ken
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- Jun 16, 2010
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Good Evening,
Iv'e had my 5R for almost a year now. It shoots better than any rifle I own. I tryed her at 600 yards on Thursday off of a bench and rest. I shot 5, 3 shot groups to get her sighted in. Two groups were 4", and the other three were 3". If I get a chance, I'll post a picture of the gun and the target. She loves 175 Gr SMK and varget. Can't wait to try the factory class at the next 600 yard shoot.
Ken
Iv'e had my 5R for almost a year now. It shoots better than any rifle I own. I tryed her at 600 yards on Thursday off of a bench and rest. I shot 5, 3 shot groups to get her sighted in. Two groups were 4", and the other three were 3". If I get a chance, I'll post a picture of the gun and the target. She loves 175 Gr SMK and varget. Can't wait to try the factory class at the next 600 yard shoot.
Ken
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