Recent content by BullElk54

I gave my lead sled to buddy

H1000 is listed on Gun Brokers, though you will have pay exorbitant prices either via auction or fixed price. I've seen it sell for $108 for a one (1) lbs. container of H1000.

I had a similar experience as you. Purchased a mint Ruger # 1 in a 22-250 with an excellent rifling, throat and bore. I could never get it to shoot well. Experimented with different factory loads and hand loads, the best was 2" at 100 yards. Installed the Hicks Accurizer with only minor...

I have 2 lightweight rifles ( 6.5 PRC & 300 Win Mag ) both are New Ultra Light Arms (NULA). Both rifles have identical optics and weight 6.5 lbs. Perfect carry weight for mountain terrain. Maximum range is about 500 yards (+ / -). Excellent accuracy. Recently sold my long range 300 Win Mag...

I did a quick calculation to compare recoil of the 6.5 PRC, 280AI, and 7mm Rem Mag. all with identical rifle weight. - 6.5 PRC, 6.5 mm bullet with 147 gr bullet weight, 3000 fps velocity, 54.5 gr. H4831. = 21.25 ft-lbf recoil. - 280 AI, .284" bullet with 160 bullet weight...

Currently own 2 light weight rifles; New Ultra Light Arms (NULA) in 300 Win Mag & 6.5 PRC respectively. Both NULA rifles weigh with scope at 6.5 pounds. NULA stocks are carbon and Kelvar fiber wrapped which are both amazing rigid and light. NULAs rifles are full-length bedded from the tang to...

There are many calibers that will perform on a western hunt. It’s my experience that a high quality glass on your optics (rifle & spotting) might be money well spent.

SHORT RESPONSE: If you envision spending more time target shooting, choose the 6.5 CM due to lower recoil and available factory ammunition. If you are more interested in hunting, choose the 6.5 PRC OR Weatherby‘s new 6.5 RPM, as both have superior hunting ballistics as compared to the 6.5 CM...

I use the Swarovski Z3, 4-12x 50 with BRH reticle weighs 14.5 oz. on my three lightweight rifles. A NULA 300WM, NULA 6.5PRC and 280AI Custom Rem 700. Absolutely reliable, repeatable and accurate. I also own Nightforce and Leupold. Honestly, it comes down to how you hunt and personal...

It’s been my experience that seeing your hits at the shooting range are key. It trains you to stay on target and recovery quickly from the recoil for your next shot. My range practices including shooting positions will be identical to what I use typically in the field. I’ve hunted in the West...

I’m having a 6.5 PRC built for me. Just curious why you didn’t like it.

I prefer McMillian with Edge Technology due to stability, durability and consistency of fit and bedding results. I have 3 friends that are retired Illinois State Police Officers trained and formerly assigned to SWAT squads, all only use Manners stock.

Per your original posting, a 9 pound rifle and scope weight will be fine for stand hunting and a limited walk in hunting. I have both heavy rifles (14-16 lb.) and lightweight rifles ( 5.5 -6.5 lbs.), each have their own niche, it just depends on the hunting terrain and physicality of the hunt...

I have zero first hand knowledge regarding carbon fiber barrels. Now, Hill Country Rifles in Braunfels, Texas has extensive experience and knowledge having testing carbon fiber barrels. Suggest you call HCR and get your answers from someone trust worthy and have 100% faith in work.

The Barrett Fieldcraft is the former Forbes Rifle Company based on Melvin Forbes rifles of NULA. I would respectfully disagree that it’s compares to Howa or Savage. Now if your comparing cost as the deciding factor, I would agree with you 100%. The Kevlar/ Fiber wrapped stocks on the...