We used to do the same with match sticks. We were always trying to light one but I don't think anybody managed to pull it off.
What's your favourite rifle?
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SammyChevelleTypeS3
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My all time favorite to shoot was the Browning BAR .270 I bought around 1980. It was actually kinda heavy and the finish was too pretty to beat up by roughing thru the swamps and briar patches chasing deer + hogs. After a few seasons I sold / traded it for a nice Ruger M77 30-06.
I have shot all kinds of rifles, but man, I love a Henry .22 lever gun. So smooth.
I'd say overall, though, I love shooting ARs the most. And a Tavor SAR. And a Ruger American Ranch in 5.56. And a Marlin 1895 in .45-70 Government Mule, and a 10-22, and....
I'd say overall, though, I love shooting ARs the most. And a Tavor SAR. And a Ruger American Ranch in 5.56. And a Marlin 1895 in .45-70 Government Mule, and a 10-22, and....
SammyChevelleTypeS3
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Always wanted to own and shoot a WWII M1 Garand rifle.
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It just feels different shooting iconic american firearms, tried and true, and some things I can't explain
They’re great fun.
Sig 516.
A piston AR designed by the same guys who designed the HK416, with the goal of making a lighter/better HK416.
The adjustable gas is welcome as I use both full power 5.56mm NATO and economy .223 through it.
A piston AR designed by the same guys who designed the HK416, with the goal of making a lighter/better HK416.
The adjustable gas is welcome as I use both full power 5.56mm NATO and economy .223 through it.
I have the 552 Speedmaster. First rifle I bought at 18. It is a good shooter!!
M777
Another favorite of mine is a 30-338 Lapua, and the 7mm WSM.
You must have quite the safe in which to keep it…
The RCHA packed up a bunch of loaners last week for you know where.
Remington 700 Custom Shop in 8mm Remington Magnum.
M777 is great but I have emotional attachment to the M198
Zee09
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I have a custom one on a Montana 1999 action and a Walther barrel and using double tap ammo I get ft. Lbs. In the .458 win mag range
Zee09
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.404 NE on a highly modified P14
I did the stock in Missouri Walnut.
Sorry very old picture.
I did the stock in Missouri Walnut.
Sorry very old picture.
I forgot one (ok many probably)
Again In the opposite direction of the high powered rifles - well bullet speed - one of my other favorites is my Marlin Camp 45. I have as Camp 9 as well, but something about the .45. PCC, in wood, semi-auto.
Pull the trigger, hear the .45ACP blow back spring buffer and polymer (urethane) block, wait for it, wait for it.................ping. 50 yards! Hahahaha. Total blast to shoot and takes 1911 magazines. Amazingly accurate. I bought it as new in box, a bunch of years back.
Ruger #1 in .223 with 24" heavy barrel. Due to its short action, overall length is shorter than most 20" barrel rifles, making it well balanced. A gentlemen's rifle that shoots < 1" at 100 yards from the bench right from the factory with a Kahles 2x7 scope.
My second favorite is the M1 Garand. Mine is a WW-II vintage Springfield with a low 6-digit serial number, dating it to mid 1941. It's a great fun shooter and a piece of history. I only wish it could tell its story.
My second favorite is the M1 Garand. Mine is a WW-II vintage Springfield with a low 6-digit serial number, dating it to mid 1941. It's a great fun shooter and a piece of history. I only wish it could tell its story.