Rflshootr
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So, .001 or .002 headspace enough or should it be a bit more?They won't lock up consistently if there is no headspace or negative headspace.
So, .001 or .002 headspace enough or should it be a bit more?They won't lock up consistently if there is no headspace or negative headspace.
A friend of mine bought one of these is a different caliber, and just like yours, it would not shoot a decent group and had rather rough rifling. I suggested he use a Tubbs fire polishing kit, and after he used the kit, it began to shoot considerably better groups.Bought my grandson a H&R Youth Model Handy Rifle in 0243 Win and its not accurate at all, 2.5" group at 100yds. I know it's a very inexpensive rifle but wanted something that was simple and safe to use. I noticed the barrel is really rough, should I use J B Bore Polish on it? Any thoughts would be appreciated.
So, .001 or .002 headspace enough or should it be a bit more?
I run that 85 grain Sierra .020 off the lands on 42 grains of IMR 4350. It's a great bullet for varmints and deer. Here it is at 200 yards. 5 shots.Thanks, have some 85gr Sierra bullets, think I will load some up and see what happens.
He is 11 and doesn't have a long enough reach for any of my rifles that's why I bought the Youth rifle. Got some snap caps for him to practice with. Thanks for your thoughts.Not sure the age of experience of your grandson, when I started my daughter, had her doing dry fire drills to get the feel for the trigger. Then I hand one of my bore sights on the rifle and had her pull the trigger to see if the laser was moving when she was pulling the trigger, we did the drills until she felt comfortable with the trigger pull, 3 lb trigger is not bad. but the drill helped her with the sight picture and breathing and the muscle memory of the actual trigger pull. Make sure you ask him how does it feel, have him use the drill on a gun you know is set up well. I feel from some of the other posts that the rifle has some inherent issues but if he is well versed in what he can control, it will still be a rewarding experience for you both. Have fun.
ThanksHowdy, the barrels on these guns are roughly finished. They need laped and shot and cleaned, a little more rigorous than normal barrel brake in. Also check to see if its crowned.
Hope this helps.