Bully

Nice knife, great story. Glad you were re-united. The Sebenza is on the list of things I want but can't afford. C

Thanks all. However back to the original question: Will it do or prevent anything from happening? C

Wow. Thanks for the leg up. C

Let me guess... The one you used to help pry your boat motor out? With the "slight" curve in it?

Hey Bullzeye! Thanks for the encouragement, however I have never shot 100 yds much less 300. I am still pulling my rifle together, waiting on rings from Ruger. When they show, I will have the basics. Will need a bi-pod at some point as well. I'm also looking for the dates for the match. I didn't see anything on the CR site. C

Does anyone have info on the "Hathcock" match at Cherry Ridge? I am looking to go and check it out but have no idea what to expect. I won't be shooting, just observing. I am a member. C

And sometimes you can charge $150,000 to do it for a large fashion house. Beautiful picture, as always. C

Not sure how "north" you are, but Davis in Sloatsburg seems to have a decent selection. Might be worth a call/swinging by to check it out. Christopher

Awesome. Thanks all. C

So, I just got me a nice 308 and I have a scope on the way. Not that I'll be needing it much, but I would like to start playing with ballistics apps. I got a smart phone about 8 months ago and can actually put it to use. It's a Droid. My question is: the scope I am getting is a "Mil-Dot" reticle with MOA turret adjustments. Are there any apps that will compensate for this? Thanks in advance and I appreciate the help. Christopher

So I figured I would close this out... I picked up a Weaver Tactical 3-15x50 FFP Illuminated EMDR, lnib. I hope to have it in hand in the next week or so. It gets great reviews from those that own it and although I don't give a lot of "cred" to the media outlets, they seem to like it as well. I'm hoping for the best. Thanks for the help. C

Off the AR topic but on the CDO topic... I have been looking at class for my rifle for two weeks. I keep waiting for the SWFA site to tell me to go away. So yes, I empathize with your plight. C

You can get what I would call a "gunsmith spec" barrel that you would finish ream to proper dimensions or you can get a barrel that has a SAAMI spec chamber and you just need to set the headspace. I would opt for barrel number 2. No way in hell that without proper training and a gunsmith/machinist standing over my shoulder, would I attempt finish reaming a chamber. If you buy something that needs finished, best bet (in my mind) is to take it to a 'smith and have them do it. And remember, my opinion is worth EXACTLY what you paid for it. C

Will do. However their prices are only posted as a comparison. Thanks for the heads up. I've also found another scope. It's a Leupold, 4-16x40. Fine duplex reticle, 30mm tube, finger adjustable capped turrets. 66540. Midway has it for 679. I'm liking it. Any thoughts? C

Nice stuff, buddy. Good luck with her. C

I would be worried about pressures. You may want to call Savage and make sure you can put a magnum in that action and have it safely handle the cartridge. My suggestion would be to find a used Remmy 700 or a different Savage in the cargridge you want to build, tear it apart and go from there. My dos centavos. C

Thanks BullzeyeNJ. Much appreciated. Gratuitous pic included...

So I finally purchased a mid-to-long range rifle. It's the Ruger MK77 Varmint/Target. Salt and pepper laminated stock with matte stainless action and barrel. The barrel is a 26" heavy barrel. I picked it up the other day from my LGS and I have to say that I am very pleased with the fit, feel and finish. It's a gorgeous rifle in my eyes. I do realize that the rifle is just the beginning of this journey, however. First up on the check list is glass(bi-pod, bags, etc. will come later). I am betwixt and between several scopes at this time but am very open to suggestions. This rifle will be an intermediate to long range target/bench gun. I am going to join a range with a 300 yard range and will be taking a trip to PA next year to stretch it to 500-600 yards. I'd like to take a crack at 1000 but that will need to wait a bit. Anyway... I am looking at the: Weaver 3-15x42 with the EBX reticle. Model number 800335. SWFA price $582. It has a 1" tube, target turrets and side focus. Vortex HS-LR 4-16x44 with the Dead Hold BDC Reticle. Model number VHS-4305-LR. Street price (Optics Planet, I think) $599. It has a 30mm tube, exposed target turrets and side focus. Leupold VX-2 6-18x40 with the Long Range Varmint reticle. Model number LEU114412. SWFA price $549. 1" tube, adjustable objective, target turrets with Custom Dial System. Again, I am open to suggestions however please save your typing fingers and my eyes by refraining from telling me how I should just save up and get a Schmidt and Bender or a Nightforce. I won't as they are unrealistically expensive for me at this time. Thanks to any and all that take the time to respond. Christopher PS, yes Frank... I know.

Shooters Corner in Lake Hopatcong. 973-663-5159 I may take a ride out there Monday to check it out as I just got a new toy. C

Look for classic Colt 1911's. Some of the re-pop ones should appreciate over time as well like the 01918. Custom 1911's by high end makers seem to do OK if kept in great shape. Colt revolvers are not going down in price much either. The snake guns in particular are crazy right now. Regardless, it all depends on the whimsy of the market so pay attention and do your homework. Good luck.

Your previous comment came across as you having a "Laissez-Faire" type of attitude about 2A rights in Texas. If I misinterpreted it, I apologize. Thank you for the clarification. C

Precisely the attitude that will assure that the 2A cause will be in trouble. "The price of freedom is eternal vigilance" to paraphrase a smarter gent than myself. Austin is INCREDIBLY liberal. Texas is already not the best state for 2A although to anyone from this area, it would not appear so. I agree with the OP that Texas could fall. Not today or tomorrow, but in the relatively near future. C

Hilarious!!!!

I would than the 625 all day over the 986 and not because of the trigger. Neither is horrible to me. I just enjoy the 45 better than the 9 however I do reload which makes a big difference

I have one of each. My 625JM is amazing. Stoopid accurate and a joy to shoot. I truly love that gun. I have a set of Pachy's on it and it's pretty much perfect. I will most likely add a F.O. front sight but it can wait. I also have a 986. It's the 7 shot 5" barreled 9mm revo. It's a lot of fun to shoot and equally as accurate as my other Smith's. Because of how light it is, it is a touch snappier than my 625. Not bad, just different. I have not made any changes to it and don't really plan to. If you come up north, let me know and you can shoot them both. They are a lot of fun. Christopher