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    Old Rem. 700 actions

    Thanks for the input. Yeah, the plan for now is to put it on an MDT hunt chassis and I would use it primarily for training out 800 yds and the occasional mule deer backpack hunt.
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    Old Rem. 700 actions

    Long Action mag bolt face in blue. Came from a 1970's era Rem 7mag. Rifle was very low round count from what I can tell.
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    Old Rem. 700 actions

    I already own the rem action... I'm just trying to be resourceful I guess. And It's unlikely I would sell a gun.
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    Old Rem. 700 actions

    Are Remington 700 action still worth fixing up these days, or should I just buy a custom? I've got two old Rem. actions in my gun safe just taking up space. I've been tossing around the idea of sending one to a smith to get trued up for a 6.5prc training rifle build. Not into another Tikka...
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    7 SAUM or 280 AI

    Personally, I'm going to wait to see what the 7 PRC looks like before I build another 7mm. I can wait a year; already have plenty of rifles. If I couldn't wait I would be doing the SAUM over the 280ai. Medium action, 22" barrel.
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    7 SAUM or 280 AI

    A reliable gunsmith told me a couple weeks back that Hornady has plans to introduce their version of a 7 PRC within the year. Apparently he works with them from time to time so I would consider him a reliable source. I asked him the same exact question about the 280ai and SAUM and he...
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    Insulated mountaineering boot

    I've been running Scarpa Mont Blanc Pro Gtx on my late season hunts. I really like them. They have held up quite well for me, they spent a week in some pretty deep snow without any problems. Much more comfortable than the Nepal's and really not even that bad hiking flat ground. I would consider...
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    Stiff boots that walk ok on flat terrain?

    Are you looking for a 3 season boot? The Ribelles are great for 3 but I would not consider them a 4 season boot.
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    Hanwag (ive had better)

    @ntrlbrnhunter what Scarpas and Las Sportivas have you had good luck with? I really like the Scarpa Zodiac GTX for a warm season boot, very comfortable for my feet. But I found out they are not waterproof as Scarpa states.
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    Chatting Idaho Deer

    Idaho mule deer units can be gnarly, newcomers more often than not underestimate the terrain. Good advise is gold!
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    Photos & lessons learned from my first Idaho muley hunt (2019)

    We also had a similar experience last fall in Idaho. Tried out some new country, encountered wolf, moose and plenty of elk but very limited deer. Back at it again this fall...
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    Buy one of CA's titanium action 6.5 PRC's or build up a Tikka?

    Looking for to acquire a lightweight backpack hunting rifle, mainly for mule deer hunting. I already have a great 7mag, but it weighs 8 and 1/2 lb fully loaded and I figure I can always use another rifle. I've been looking hard at Tikka; either have a 6.5 PRC built or get an off the shelf 6.5...
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    Lightweight boots - La Sportiva?

    Trango TRK GTX's are my go to for work and hiking, I wear them 6 days a week. A pair will last me about 8 months, then I switch to Kenatreks for the winter months. They fit my feet great, and I have sensitive feet when it comes to boot fitment. They are worth the money for me. You can usually...
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    Kuiu Strong Fleece

    Anyone know if the 260 is much warmer than the Peloton 200? And better at blocking wind?
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    Better option than Kenetrek Mountain Extreme Boots???

    I've always been a big fan of the mountain extremes, thought the soles seam to wear rather fast for me. Recently I have been an even bigger fan of the La Sportivia Nepal Cubes. They are a true mountaineering style boot. They work great in the nasty steep terrain and fit well too.
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