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The new Oehler 35p is on its way
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<blockquote data-quote="Pdvdh" data-source="post: 419232" data-attributes="member: 4191"><p>Got the 35P. I built a new skyscreen rail in order to mount 7 skyscreens on it. 3 for the 35P, 2 for the Oeher 33, and 2 for the PACT. 6' separation for the two Oehler units. 4' 8" separation for the PACT skyscreens. I shot for the first time last evening. Everything worked as expected, except the Proof channel on the 35P, and that was my fault. If all else fails - read the instructions... <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite8" alt=":D" title="Big Grin :D" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":D" /> </p><p></p><p>Turns out I plugged the skyscreen jacks in the computer in the wrong order and as a result, the Proof channel wasn't recognized by the 35P computer. Talked to Oehler today and they were very helpful and friendly in getting me straightened out. </p><p></p><p>I'll post a few pictures of this new rail in about a week, in case anyone else has the interest and the motivation. Looks like a Christmas tree with all the skyscreens. Pretty slick. I built it with some protection for the skyscreens in case it tips over, or simply to protect the skyscreens from the lumps and bumps of transport. The 1/8" aluminum shields also act as a muzzle blast protector for the skyscreens, although I didn't add these shields specifically for that purpose. Materials cost in Alaska was about $35.00. That would mean about $18 in the 48 states. Then my time welding the aluminum pieces together with the Miller Spool-O-Matic. Lastly, some dull red primer spray paint to deaden any sunlight reflections from the rail onto the undersides of the bullets passing overhead. Turned out slick. A pretty significant improvement over what I'd cobbled together the first time around several years ago.</p><p></p><p>Every bullet passing over this rail will provide me with 4 independent chronograph velocities. I've suspected all along that the folks that pooh-pooh chronograph data have been using tinker toys for chronographs. I'll find out with high assurance after running some bullets over this setup. I'm gonna cry if I take out all 7 skyscreens with a bullet!!!</p><p></p><p>Headed out hunting, or I'd post some Pics sooner. But I'll be 'on the road again'... Skunked the first time around. Except for about 7 ground squirrels.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Pdvdh, post: 419232, member: 4191"] Got the 35P. I built a new skyscreen rail in order to mount 7 skyscreens on it. 3 for the 35P, 2 for the Oeher 33, and 2 for the PACT. 6' separation for the two Oehler units. 4' 8" separation for the PACT skyscreens. I shot for the first time last evening. Everything worked as expected, except the Proof channel on the 35P, and that was my fault. If all else fails - read the instructions... :D Turns out I plugged the skyscreen jacks in the computer in the wrong order and as a result, the Proof channel wasn't recognized by the 35P computer. Talked to Oehler today and they were very helpful and friendly in getting me straightened out. I'll post a few pictures of this new rail in about a week, in case anyone else has the interest and the motivation. Looks like a Christmas tree with all the skyscreens. Pretty slick. I built it with some protection for the skyscreens in case it tips over, or simply to protect the skyscreens from the lumps and bumps of transport. The 1/8" aluminum shields also act as a muzzle blast protector for the skyscreens, although I didn't add these shields specifically for that purpose. Materials cost in Alaska was about $35.00. That would mean about $18 in the 48 states. Then my time welding the aluminum pieces together with the Miller Spool-O-Matic. Lastly, some dull red primer spray paint to deaden any sunlight reflections from the rail onto the undersides of the bullets passing overhead. Turned out slick. A pretty significant improvement over what I'd cobbled together the first time around several years ago. Every bullet passing over this rail will provide me with 4 independent chronograph velocities. I've suspected all along that the folks that pooh-pooh chronograph data have been using tinker toys for chronographs. I'll find out with high assurance after running some bullets over this setup. I'm gonna cry if I take out all 7 skyscreens with a bullet!!! Headed out hunting, or I'd post some Pics sooner. But I'll be 'on the road again'... Skunked the first time around. Except for about 7 ground squirrels. [/QUOTE]
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