Roe Posted September 20, 2013 Report Share Posted September 20, 2013 As I don't have the stamina for precision (shooting many bullets close together) anymore, I did a test to see if my accuracy (shooting bullets exactly to desired point of impact) is still there. The test is simple enough, shoot one shot at your target and measure the deviation from target centre (which is desired POI in this case). Convert this distance to MOA so people can have a reasonable understanding of your group. I reckon it would be better to use MIL to denote accuracy as that is what you'll see through most tactical scopes - if the MIL size of the target is inside your logged MIL accuracy you know you'll have a very good chance of hitting the target. It seems to me that most shooters need a target sized between 1 and 2 MOA to hit it reliably under most conditions (I'm talking accuracy, not precision). I clocked in very slow and at the outer limits with 1.7 MOA, but I seem to have peeled of most of the shooter errors. Still can't feel the rifle, so occasionally pulling the grip or trigger. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJR Posted September 20, 2013 Report Share Posted September 20, 2013 Great video again Thomas, good to see you back shooting. What velocity do you get from the 6.5x55? I use the calibre for stalking and find it excellent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roe Posted September 20, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 20, 2013 In my 6,5x55 I usually shoot just slow target ammunition (730-750 msec in my 20"), but now I'm shooting up the rest of my 123gr Amax with some residue powder I had left. V0 on my current loads are 783 msec. I started with 308, but found that 6,5x55 did the same job with less recoil. I even tried 6mms for a season, but the experience was marred with having to spend time looking for deer due little blood. This was with a 6mm-223. I found the 243 excellent, but a little lacking at range. With 140gr and 123gr Amax bullets I've had great success, but I'm sticking to 140gr now as they are readily available here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJR Posted September 20, 2013 Report Share Posted September 20, 2013 Yes definitely easier on the shoulder than a 308. I've had good success with the 129gn sst in the 6.5. 243 is a favourite and with the faster twist barrel I enjoy it more using the heavier 105/107gn bullets and find the 100gn speer soft point good for stalking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roe Posted September 20, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 20, 2013 I recently got an el cheapo Sako Forester with a new 1:8 Border barrel, I really like the idea of the 6mm 105gr Amax. I have some 600 Norma 6XC cartridges lying about, so the plan is to eventually rechamber the rifle unless I go for a custom 6XC barrel. What I loved about the 6mm-223 was the ability to follow the bullet and see the flick of fur when it impacted the deer. If I can get that in a more potent package, I might even shoulder the cost of a custon R93 barrel. My 6,5x284 barrels simply doesn't appear (waiting 1,5 years now...) The beaty of 6,5 and 7mm is the huge number of suitable, really good bullet whilst go up//down and the selection dwindles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJR Posted September 21, 2013 Report Share Posted September 21, 2013 Try it as a 243. Mine is a Tikka 595 action with a border 1 in 8 twist and it shots the 105Amax at 2850 fps from a 24" tube using H4831. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roe Posted September 21, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 21, 2013 I've already done it, 2980 fps w 105 amax/ 24". Cannot remember if I used Vit N560 or Norma MRP. The rifle is off for a barrel chop (to 20"), moderator threading and a larger bolt knob. Probably not going to keep it, just bought it for a film project. It was such a huge step back going from the Blaser to a traditional bolt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJR Posted September 22, 2013 Report Share Posted September 22, 2013 Very good velocity, be interested to know what you loose with the barrel chop. Step back or forwards? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roe Posted September 23, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 23, 2013 Back. Ive become used to having a followup available with a flick of the wrist and minimal movement in the rifle. The Sako just doesnt compare for speed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeroz Posted October 19, 2013 Report Share Posted October 19, 2013 I just love your videos Thomas. I'm so envious of your lovely shooting range. It makes me consider holidaying in Norway. Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seprim Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 Another fascinating video Thomas Thank you Andrew Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gaz6br Posted January 25, 2014 Report Share Posted January 25, 2014 Good video thanks for sharing Gaz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jay666d Posted January 25, 2014 Report Share Posted January 25, 2014 That's my kind of shooting! :-) Great video and an awesome looking location! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveT Posted January 25, 2014 Report Share Posted January 25, 2014 Yes definitely easier on the shoulder than a 308. I've had good success with the 129gn sst in the 6.5. 243 is a favourite and with the faster twist barrel I enjoy it more using the heavier 105/107gn bullets and find the 100gn speer soft point good for stalking. Certainly agree on the 129g SST for 6.5.... 260 Rem specifically.....not so dramatically expansive/damaging as the Nosler BT but less of a complete pass-through as I have had with Nosler A'bonds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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