I've recently been more interested in shooting more precisely. None of my guns were particularly accurate, most of them were old military rifles. My commercial Savage model 116, 30-06 was fairly accurate and a good hunting rifle, but had very heavy recoil.
I was playing with AR builds last year and decided to build a semi-precision AR-15 about 4 months ago. I finally got all the parts and got it put together a few weeks ago. It was basically a budget build with an upgraded barrel, trigger, stock and grip. I played a bit with different factory ammo and didn't get the groups I wanted.
Last weekend my dad came to visit and brought a suppressor on his NFA trust which I'm a trustee on. He also brought a Ruger Precision Rifle in 6.5 Creedmoor that he can really school me with.
With the suppressor on and shooting Federal American Eagle bulk 55 grain .223 it was grouping nice! After sighting it in I took aim at a 3/4" red dot from 100 yards. 10 shots, most through the center and every one touching the dot. A quarter covered all 10. I love that suppressor!
I'll need to experiment with some muzzle devices to try out, since my dad didn't leave the suppressor with me. I'd like to see if I can get 1/2 moa out of it with the right ammo. I'd also like to try taking it out to longer distances.
And I already have plans for a 6.5 Creedmoor.
Does anyone here do any precision or long range shooting? Know of any places to set up targets out to 600 yards?
I was playing with AR builds last year and decided to build a semi-precision AR-15 about 4 months ago. I finally got all the parts and got it put together a few weeks ago. It was basically a budget build with an upgraded barrel, trigger, stock and grip. I played a bit with different factory ammo and didn't get the groups I wanted.
Last weekend my dad came to visit and brought a suppressor on his NFA trust which I'm a trustee on. He also brought a Ruger Precision Rifle in 6.5 Creedmoor that he can really school me with.
I'll need to experiment with some muzzle devices to try out, since my dad didn't leave the suppressor with me. I'd like to see if I can get 1/2 moa out of it with the right ammo. I'd also like to try taking it out to longer distances.
And I already have plans for a 6.5 Creedmoor.
Does anyone here do any precision or long range shooting? Know of any places to set up targets out to 600 yards?