Recent content by Spd522

I have never had a pair of Rockys that didn't have the heal separate and make a popping noise. I have had several pairs of Danners of various styles, including the Pronghorns. They served me well for years. Best boots for comfort and durability have been Kennetreks.

The Ballistic Tips will do whatever you need on deer size game and smaller. Play with other bullets if you want but keep a supply of the loaded BT ammo to fall back on. So far, performance of the 143gr ELD-X in my 6.5 hasn't impressed me.

8 gr Titegroup with a 168 SMK gives 1080 fps according to the Hodgdon manual. 8 gr Clays gets 1060 fps with the same bullet.

I just applied for points again this year. If I can stay healthy, I will apply for an actual tag next year and hopefully get to burn those 24 points.

I have both, a Critterion 22” HB 6.5 CM and a couple of 308s with 16” and 18” barrels. The 6.5 shoots a bit softer but it also weighs a lot more. It is also a bit flatter. My 18” 308 is ammo picky but my 16” shoots everything well or better. The 16” also o my has a large muzzle brake ( I...

Maybe your lack of understanding has to do with the fact that you think it is a .243.

I have had 3 shoulder surgeries, 2 left and one right. I had my right shoulder rebuilt after a treestand incident at age 64. Rotator cuff and both anterior and posterior labrum were torn. The bicep tendon was also torn loose and needed to be reattached. I am right handed and found shooting...

I have a pair of Kenetrek boots that are 12 yrs old. They listed for $355 back then. They have been abused in CO, WY, and NM chasing elk, mulies, and antelope. Great ankle support and very comfortable. They barely show wear and have gone across many miles of mountainsides with sharp rocks...

What works in my Remington 700 300 WM with a factory barrel are 180 gr Barnes TSX. I would have to dig out the exact charge but I know it is with H4350 and velocity is 3040 fps. It will shoot a 3/4" group at 200 if I do my part.

Just put on a good muzzle brake. That will tame recoil considerably and make follow up shots much quicker. I like a Rolling Thunder brake although it is really loud. All my 308s have brakes of some sort and there is a big difference.

I have had a pair of Kenetrek Mountain Guide boots with 400 Thinsulate for over 12 years. They have held up great and the lugs on the soles are barely worn. For rough and steep terrain, they offer excellent support. Even though the sole is pretty stiff, they are very comfortable for long...

I have AR10s in both calibers. Both easily shoot sub MOA. I have had 308s for probably 20 years while the 6.5 was new to me last year. The 6.5 CM shoots a bit softer and flatter. It is extremely accurate. The 308 has a much larger range of bullets and powders to choose from. I have...

Steve, I have a 6.5 Grendel pistol with a 12" Faxon barrel and 1:8 twist. It was put together for the late restricted weapon deer season here in MO. I used it last year to take a 12 pt at 221 yds with factory Federal 120 gr Fusion ammo. It worked perfectly. But finally, after a 6 month...

I contacted Gene today. He said the LeverEvolution powder is on the shelf next to the Hybrid 100V and they just grabbed the wrong one. He is crediting my card back and told me to find someone who can use it and give or sell it to them since I can't ship it back. He made good on it on the...

I ordered powder from 3rd Generation last week. It showed up today. When I opened the box to unpack later, I discovered two -1 lb bottles of Leveraction powder instead of the Hybrid 100v I ordered. Everything else in the order was correct. Even the packing list said Hybrid 100v. I don’t...