I have a few specifics I am looking for in a medium weight but compact bolt action 223:
- Hinged floor plate. I hate carrying rifles with detachable mags. I may consider a truly flush fit magazine ala-Ruger American but would strongly prefer a traditional hinged floor plate.
- Fast twist for...
Hunting with a CVA Optima now which is serviceable but I have decided to upgrade to a Knight.
I was set on the Ultralight until a local shop posted an unfired Mountaineer for sale for $600. The price is extremely tempting but the 2.5 lb weight difference is making me think twice.
I hunt in...
I've killed four whitetails with 250gr SST's over 100gr powder charges. One of them I literally blew the heart in half and it ran 110 yards without a blood trail. A wounded buck I chased down got double lunged at about 60 yards and I had to shoot it in the head with my carry Glock because it was...
Counting ounces on scopes and I'd like your guys' opinion. Looking for a scope close to the 1-5x range. The Leupold VX3 1.5-5x20mm at 9.3 ounces is leading my search at the moment. Is there something else lighter in this segment?
Thanks.