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So, for those shots a .243 would have been perfectly adequate, maybe even perfectly perfect or just right. Maybe the little .243 is the Goldilocks cartridge, it's just right. I think Bob will have to reconsider.

Bob is in denial. He is shocked and stunned that the .243 can do so much more than he gives it credit for. Proofs in the pudding as Kassandra took the shot and nailed it. He met up with Russ who took his .425express and it turns out they were overgunned for the smaller deer that were present. I...

It's our species that are the problem. The greedy bastards driving the war and the destruction are the bigger problem. It's got me wondering if North Korea reverse google the image of the little fat dicktator at the start do they find this thread? Just a thought, North Korea might be...

@ActionBob , Jewellery scope, I like that. my wife has a way of describing things or terms she uses that I have to decipher. It gets easier the longer your married.

I would have to look to be sure but they may have been an FMJ but they are sold in boxes of 20 with retail packaging. My brother brought these as it's what he could get. Unfortunately he also brought S&B cases because we can't ship ammo. The Norma and PPUcases I've done are just fine. I have...

G'day from Australia

G'day from Australia

Thanks Mike, More frustration today as I was trying to repeat the same proccess. As luck would have it @Bob Nelson 35Whelen called while I was. At the reloading bench trying another brand of primer. Bob was calling to update me on his rendezvous with @Badboymelvin . Well as it turns out Bob...

G'day from Australia You are in the right place. Plenty of knowledge people here regarding the .375H&H and high end glass. I think there are a few using Leica when it comes to high end rifle scopes but it's one brand I have not had the opportunity to try.

Grumpy, I reckon the .280a.i. has a little pizzaz or class. I know those who use them regard them highly. My mate has gone back to one this last year but others I've spoken to rate them highly.

That little mongrel has been up making friends with Putin. Then he says we are on the brink of WW3? What were discussions about?

Whoever starts it, incites it or supports it should be the first person the rest of the world should target. If it happens to be a dictator or a terrorist then let the sh!t hail down on them and good riddance to them

I think they are still available new if you are chasing one. Good on ya! I think you should be able to download a simple scanner app if your phone allows. The app is easy to you I had it on a work phone

I will add to that it's not just knowing what you are doing but working out what gear you really need for you needs They refer to going down the rabbit hole. That proverbial rabbit hole is deep with many tunnels to sideline you . You can make accurate ammo with basic equipment. You can spend...

Your straight wall sets or pistol cartridge sets should have a die with a tapered plug that puts a bell on the end of the case. The 2 die rifle set will have a full length size die that will have an expander ball that will be on the decaapping rod. It will slide into a fired case and the case...

G'day from Australia I look forward to reading about your hunts.

Yes, many use those for those. My lengthy post got lost. Wilson and other high end target dies are not necessary for hunters. I use Hornady and Redding.

I've seen a video of his lad shooting it so Bob's gonna go ok. Shaun is much younger and fitter than Bob but Bob is a big boy. I wonder if Russell will be chasing a .35Whelen when he returns or are they actually shopping for a .243?

I shared a link with 2 good .243's, the Tikka sold quickly thought you must have snapped it up for yourself. I have some brass if he gets a .243 I thought the 6.5cm was supposed to be the pick of all the 6.5s according to the hype.

I'm still a fan of the Original. My wife likes the Bundy Redand I was collecting bottles limited release but they do a few now. Yes, the flavour added Latte stuff is for the Millennials and Creedmoor shooters.

I remember the era when the sporterised 6.5x55 were available everywhere. Including both of the local shops we had at the time. I considered it but ended up with a second hand Zastava .308 with a synthetic stock. That's moved on but I have always had a .308 ever since.

Some people have no idea. I feel for them. I'm lucky I can do simple addition in my head but I'm not good with complicated equations. I'm not familiar with the US system. I guess the average Blue Collar worker here in Australia will get a tax return. But the person who can save a bit and...

Mate, it's just coming into summer down here. Time for beers and refreshing drinks.

I kinda ended up with a few Tikkas by chance. One left to another. Wasn't fussed on all the plastic of the first T3 around 10 years ago but I got over it. I later bought a Tikka CTR with the shorter length of pull in 7mm-08, basically a Truck gun in US terms but has been great. I figure the...

Rem280, seriously. If your gonna go to Africa make the effort and get some Pork on your Fork .280 is a good idea, .280a.i. is a better good thing, would love to take a .280a.i. to Africa and hunt a heap of hogs. I don't call them "Little Jackals" downunder, I don't call em little rascals...

@Nevada Wapati Warthogs are cool. I hope you get a monster.

It's Wednesday arvo here. This morning was my Wednesday nightshift. So I did have some American country on. Lady Antebellum, Little Big Town and the stunning Faith Hill, and she can sing too she is the while package. Grew up on country music, A lot of Slim Dusty, Keith Urban was touring with...

@Bob Nelson 35Whelen this thread is quickly going from content to contempt if he does not have a purchase order. But with free dies coming and cases available it makes the .243 look like a viable option for a "Family Rifle".

Agreed, I also think I learn from every hunt. When I was hunting pigs regularly walking the creek or time I've spent "Hunting" Ilike to think I learned something on each occassion. That might be something about my rifle, the land, the situation or animal behaviour actually I can add human...

There's probably been a few good ones, along with the unnecessary ones. Russ has/had a .338w.m. Probably why he is content.

Many add them in a hunt report. Some write it up day by day. Leaving us in suspense for the next post or day 2 story. I think there is a gallery section too.

G'day from Australia Darrell. Cheers Chris

With thanks to You Tube I think I would like a 7mmPRC in a hunting rifle, then I think I'm lucky to have what I have. Probably a number of guns I would like and can come up with a reason I would want them. That said I get an idea, research it then come back to square one thinking I'm gonna want...

Do Vitahouri have data on their site? I use an Aussie powder but it's a great round.

I'm having a lot of trouble seating primers in Seller and Bellott 6.5x55 cases. These are once fired. Full length sized by me today. Some are just hard to seat in a Lee Hand primer. Some have gone in slightly off and after using a lot of force and crimped in a way I've had to deprive them...

Don't take it to heart, I took it as a joke. I just know he's got a healthy addiction to gunpowder and big Boomer's but he also moved one to home another recently.

Yeah, he's had a few .458's and that unleashed the Bad Boy in him, now he has has .425Express, speaking of obscure brass. But I can provide some .243 brass I'd needed Well he doesn't drink and smoke, he gave up his bad habits and he is a real family man. With a couple of young kids and a...

A Creedmoor!

Russ, This places is full of enablers, Sometimes, some stuff is reasonably priced if you wife is reading this she might like https://usedguns.com.au/gun/584085/ Or this, https://usedguns.com.au/gun/584144/ I know money is tight but occasionally some deals come up. . I bet the Tikka is...

Well, I'm working on getting a .260rem set up for target shooting. I think, maybe I was thinking or perhaps I should think that I have most of the bases covered. That comes from saying I have 3 hunting rifles being .308, .280a.i. and .300wm, now that covers most things for hunting in...

Good luck. I hope you find a great mentor and pursue your dreams. With hard work and persistence you can achieve most things within your reach.

matt85, is it to late to a plumbing apprenticeship? Those guys make all the money. Here's hoping you sort something out

So you could be understating your velocities. Can't wait till we see the true velocity, might break 3k yet. I would chronograph my wife's but it's a little 20" barrel so that is a handicap against Bob's .25

Ten, Ten pages Wa,Ha, haha-hah

I think take the .338wm. Seems like a safe bet.

I would have thought it's ok in Checked luggage. I felt sorry for my tracker wearing Boots that he taped the sole to. He told me he had 5 kids too. We found him to be a nice guy but I wonder if he was playing on my sympathy. He was allocated a larger tip than the Skinner's because he was with...

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The common denominator here seems to be Quality Bullets of proper construction. Regardls of brand preference many posts are stating a particular bullet for .30-06 and other .30's. I shot Kudu and a Wildebeest with a borrowed 7mmRem mag. I've owned 2 different.300wm rifles and shot tons of...

I'm not a long range hunter and don't condone it but there are individuals who gear up and pursue it. I've also seen worse shots at close range that are put online. They are the ones I hate to see. It appears to be a clear shot and a successful hunt. I won't rubbish it. Shot placement and an...

Hi , was going to ask the same. I've noticed a Swarovski compact line too that has similar features and is maybe lighter being the main difference I could pick from the specs. I don't own great binoculars yet but I was hoping to look through both Leica and Zeiss as the $ are close and while I...