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Well done to all and sorry I couldn’t make it due to last minute changes I couldnt avoid Feedback I’ve had from my pals is it was very well run and no negative comments on the staff, Targetry or atmosphere Looking forwards yo next time

Well done Ewen

The SAUM was being used by a few when I was serious F Class competitor a few years ago, its advantage over the WSM was it had less propensity to suffer from elevation (Verticals) than the larger cased WSM and hold a less pronounced "waterline" than the WSM at 1000 yds (1/4 MOA vertical spread or less is what you want at 1000) Similar in characteristics to the Improved 284 Winchester (284 Shehane, 284 KMR etc etc) - but little or no VO gain over this cartridge - both capable of 2850-2950 with 180 Bergers Hybrid which were the benchmark The WSM allows one to gain higher VO and advantages in the wind are subtely improved over the SAUM (and Improved 284) - so long as the user is capable. The WSM suffers from Carbon ring build up which shouldnt be overlooked in a competition gun - im not sure about the SAUM - which appears on paper to be slightly more efficient than the WSm to a point. The WSM is easy to load for - dont know about SAUM At the end of the day, they are all excellent cartridges for the end application - long range target or killing effectively Hopefully back to F Class in 2021 with a non magnum (for now)

Cheaper to replace the action with another than source a replacement bolt for a Remington anyway and unless you find a long action Rem with 223 bolt face which will be a factory one off the conversion of magnum face to 223 would involve brazing a bushing in and re machining the pocket for standard extractor Again cost prohibitive when you factor in the value of the donor action

Then I’d suggest 7/300 wsm (270 or 300 wsm brass necked appropriately to take the 7mm case do ine utilised the longer neck of the 270/300 wsm brass This is something that’s been used extensively in F class and BR shooting so proven accuracy (as is 300 WSM) You could also look at 7mm a blaser magnum (not to be mistaken with the rimmed case) Possibly 6.5 or 300 PRC whixh I think a bit of s passing fad

Any of the magnum bolt face cartridges would suit your rifle. Perhaps consider 7/300 WSM (if you like reloading and forming brass) or go straight 7WSM or 300 WSM for more efficent approach to the long belted magnums Though 7mm Rem Mag is still a favourite with me, I believe more accuracy may be obtained from the WSM case - if the rifle is for target and not killing

Ah ok wasnt sure if that was what Topscotts wanted hence why I posted

The Meopta are in stock at Macleod s now Optika6 model

Really good starter for a barrelled action for steel plate competition

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Go to load 123 scenar - 38.5 g varget or N140 in 6.5/47 in almost every rifle I’ve buikt in this cartridge

Have you considered solids David ? Not sure on availability in CZ but were I looking at 338 and larger (and I may in the near future) I’d steer towards high BC monoliths

These indicators are fitted to many of the targets at Eskdalemuir

The distances arnt known till the competitors get the course of fire on booking in - there could be UKD, where you have to range the target prior to shooting using scope (no LRF) Level playing field - with no advantages for anyone Last time we shot out to 700 mtr, but could in theory go out way beyond that - all depends how difficult the "Match Director" wants it to be Guerantee it will be fun though,

Looking forwards to it

You wouldnt do wrong looking at these, Ballistically superior (on paper) http://www.gsgroup.co.za/375414SP256.html

Have to say I use an acculab scale and throw light and trickle up I can charge 100 cases in a little over an hour if I put my mind to it no variation - accuracy to two dp Ive seen good things with the Autotrickle system but it’s a 700 quid hit once you buy the scales and trickler Im afraid my old acculab scales haven’t the software to run the auto trickler otherwise I’d go this route

Tel - the AR, Midas and Tenex group well - though upper end spec and price its obvious that the better quality anmo has a huge effect on group size

I bought an Annie 1807 unseen a few weeks back (cheap as chips), it landed and put a Contessa rail and a Nikko Sterling 6-24 Targetmaster I had laying around on it Alos fitted a rail to the UIT rail underneath so I can use it with a bipod (no advertising), no wicked Memes I was anticipating adequate accuracy and am pleased. Went and shot it for the first time today, warm up with some Win subs that ive had for 15 - 20 yrs..then moved on to SK Plus 55 Mtrs, slight wind, off bipod and a rear bag (no advertising names) Left side Win Subs - right side first five with the SK Subsequent 5 shot groups with SK Last group shot was the .200" Average of the five is .500" Pretty good for first time out and a rifle thats older than a decent bottle of Scotch Taught me a few things - trigger control and follow through essential with 22RF Excellent fun and great practice

Nice work - good luck with new arrival

Very little walking Tel Walking up a steepish bank to firing point is most excursion Some of the props were awkward for an old git with hip issues to negotiate Shouldbt bother anyone really and I say this in gest as my right leg locks up sometimes in confined spaces

Look forwards seeing it at the Send it Series, Precision Rigle League or forthcoming BAIRS comps The impact action sounds like it feeds like the SSG3000

How did you get Ti friday to pose for that pic

Looking forwards to it I’m bringing a bath chair this time to help the hip 😂

You would get breakfast on the range - very hospitable and lunch provided too certainly on Comp days All at a very reasonable entry fee