nemasis243 Posted June 25, 2008 Report Share Posted June 25, 2008 Well the start of this tale was a few months ago when I was invited up by 6MMBR to do some long range bunny bashin . Well to cut a long story short a new day had dawned and I fell in love with the sport and also the 6mmbr round. So after some advice from a member on the site (Chris) who recommended a gun smith ,I decided to have a tikka 22/250 -590 rebarreled by DASHERMAN in 6mmbr Picked the gun up on Saturday but because of work didnt have a chance to shoot it till today,was invited up to 6MMBRS and did all the measuring and set the handloaded rounds to length tipped by an 87grn VMAX of deep joy We boresited it and fired the first one through,it was about 1/2" off center,put a couple down then did the cleaning bit ,repeating this a few times,then shot a 3shot group,first 2 through the same hole and the third touching the other 2 Happy wasnt the word as we had been shooting in a gusting breeze and I cudnt believe my eyes. Dave(6MMBR) took his RPA out and destroyed a pigeon (again) at 168yrds. Then we set off to look for a bunny or two.We got to the spot and had a scan, Dave took his other RPA 6.5x284 and made short work of a rabbit out at 153yrds but it was down below at a 20degree angle, his new Exbal and hand held PC sorted all the maths out and fair doos it was on the nail. Then I Christened the new musketat a bunny at 150 ,it just blew the head clean off this very young rabbit Next a pigeon landed out at 300 so it was a bit of Kentucky windage for me 10" to the right and 6" high ,I sqweezed off and he went up in the air for a few feet and landed in an unhealthy manner Dave had a couple more shots tossing bits of fur here and there and everywhere ,then I lined up on a bunny out 163 at a down angle of 20degrees,sqweezed one off and the bunny did the 5ft pole vault over the hedge, a real flier.So I had a fantastic start with my new Smoke Pole and I would like to thank DASHER MAN for making a silk purse out of a pigs ear and also making me a very happy BUNNY. Your a top rate craftsman buddy and I take my hat off to you( wonder ifI get discount for saying that on the next one he does for me ) And also to 6MMBR who has given me so much info on the project and has always been there at the end of the phone when things dont go to plan ,cheers MATE I would like to ask Dave (6MMBR) to post some pics for the ones on the phone camera I took come out crap,. If anyone is thinking of a BR, dont piss about ,get one , youll be gald you did ,cheers lads Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
17 Rem Posted June 25, 2008 Report Share Posted June 25, 2008 Sounds good. What twist barrel did you decide on? I take it that the cartridges are feeding from the 22/250 magazine well? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foxing2night Posted June 26, 2008 Report Share Posted June 26, 2008 I love to hear when some one has a new rifle!!! And i am sure that you are in good hands with dave,,, Hope that you have hours of fun with your new shootin stick Post some pics when you have a chance,,, F2n Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
varminter Posted June 26, 2008 Report Share Posted June 26, 2008 Nice one Nemasis 243!!!! Really looking forward to meeting you and your rifle!!!!! Speak to you soon....................... All the best.............. RAY.......................................... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob tail Posted June 26, 2008 Report Share Posted June 26, 2008 Well done that man, sounds like you had cracking time, nice one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest varmartin Posted June 26, 2008 Report Share Posted June 26, 2008 Totally top tasticle dude.....you gotta love the 6MMBR... Now stop all the Kentucky business and get dialing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6mmBR Posted June 26, 2008 Report Share Posted June 26, 2008 Cheers for that Andy or should I say Nemasis6BR Glad it worked out grand, also you forgot to mention we were shooting in a 25mph wind which makes the hits all the more special. I've just got in from work so will sort out some pics later. Looking forward to Saturday Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest varmartin Posted June 26, 2008 Report Share Posted June 26, 2008 Christ.....I have not heard you say that before....`just got in from work`...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6mmBR Posted June 26, 2008 Report Share Posted June 26, 2008 Christ.....I have not heard you say that before....`just got in from work`...... I do work occasionally Have you been to Florida yet? Cheers Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest varmartin Posted June 26, 2008 Report Share Posted June 26, 2008 Yep....I am recovering from the rollercoasters as we speak Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6mmBR Posted June 26, 2008 Report Share Posted June 26, 2008 Did you spend lots of money in the Bass Pro Cheers Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nemasis243 Posted June 26, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 26, 2008 Sounds good.What twist barrel did you decide on? I take it that the cartridges are feeding from the 22/250 magazine well? After taking advice from 6MMBR and DASHERMAN (THE GUN SMITH WHO DID THE JOB)I went for a 1-8 twist so its for the heavy bombs ,beter for long distance . Dasherman asked me to send some dummy rounds up and what ever he did the thing loads like a dream,its really slick ,I have herd that some people have had difficulty with them loading but I must say its the nuts, I am one happy camper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6mmBR Posted June 26, 2008 Report Share Posted June 26, 2008 Pics as requested. This is Andy preparing to launch a bunny 4 foot in the air with an 87 Vmax An one Andy took of me preparing to tackle a bunny at the base of the cliff. It was a great evening but the wind was horrific. Cheers Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nemasis243 Posted June 26, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 26, 2008 Dave that inclinometer was very handy for shooting at such an angle and that exbal is on the mark, cheers for the photos bud Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bob tail Posted June 26, 2008 Report Share Posted June 26, 2008 Nice one you guy's and thats some lovely looking ground your shooting over. I hope your ready for your visitor this weekend i know he's looking forward to seeing you guy's cheers chris. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6mmBR Posted June 26, 2008 Report Share Posted June 26, 2008 Cheers Chris, yes all geared up, got to hope the weather improves a bit other wise it'll be a week in the pub Cheers Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kip270 Posted June 26, 2008 Report Share Posted June 26, 2008 Sure is some nice ground you got Dave Nice to see your happy with your new rig Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogfox Posted June 26, 2008 Report Share Posted June 26, 2008 Well done to the both of you.That is good shooting and the 6Br is a sweet round. Dogfox Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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