Recent content by ronpet

This is the NightForce 5.5-22x56 Varmiter model that preceeded the NXS. It's just as rugged as the NXS and has features that work for hunting and target. This is the model that Dan Lilja recommended to me for long range 50bmg hunting and 1000yd benchrest at FCSA competitions. It's the one he...

Thanks. A lot of good solid information. I feel confident to continue with this project. I think it will be accurate enough to accomodate several huting scenarios, including 800-1000 yd. varmits.

Thanks for the information. The 270 weatherby and the 270 wsm both would require opening up the bolt face to accept a larger cartridge. I've got a Sako 270 win standard action and I will probably try the AI which would only require rechambering to achieve almost the same ballistics improvement...

Can anyone tell me about the A.I.? There is not a lot of information out there about this wildcat. Is there enough of a ballistics improvement over the standard 270 win to warrant the upgrade. How's accuracy? Would the 270 WSM be a better choice. I sure appreciate any feedback!