AusVarmint

Hi guys im new to the Forum been lurking for a while. I am about to replace the scope on my 22-250 Ackly Improved 25-284 switch barreled rifle .Im looking at a sightron 6-24 x 50 but unsure what reticle MOA-2 ? for spotlighting foxes and bunny bustin so looking for some different opinions thanks

I have a an S111 6-24x50 LRMD on my 20 PPC

The reticle is very good at night and pretty handy during the day as well.

I think for daytime use the MOA2 is better choice BUT I have not used one at night.

Sorry Macka, don't know anything about the scopes you mention, I have looked through Missed's but cant remember what it was like, it was sleeting at the time and I could see a fox at about 150 or so, that's all.

Just wanted to welcome you to the forum, we are pretty relaxed here, most times , just join in and enjoy your stay with us.

Thanks fellas iv tried the S111 6-5x50 LRMD in the day time and it was great but havnt been able to try at night yet as im stuck at home with my second major medical melt down for the year so will be another month or so before i finish treatment then i will get back out there . Im starting a new build as soon as i round up parts 300 or 338 ultra hope to go back up to NT and do some varmiting on donkeys again

I have the MOA2 on my 7mm rem mag and love it but have never tried it at night. I reckon that it may be too fine - I am pretty sure Glenn said that had used one at night.

Hi macka. Can't help with the scope but I think you should give us a peek at your switch barrel setup.

Welcome.

I would like to post a pic of the rifle but i have to get our oldest boy to do it when he visits im not sure how as my computer is nearly as old as me .It is a rem 700 sleeved 4oz jewell trigger Mcmillan 3 inch forend red swirl stock No 7 fluted barrel shillen match 22-250 imp and No 7 maddco 25-284 built by PSECO 14 years ago.My other switch barrel is a Rem 700 308 no 7 maddco fluted and a No 6 ma
ddco in 6mm SLR, Mcmillan tac stock 6oz trigger 6.5-20 leupold built by my mate top calibre for foxes on windy nights.Also have
custom 223 sako
Rem 30/06
458 wmag ruger
rem 22.250
factory Rem 458 w mag
Rem 35 whelen pumpy
sako 75 s/s 338 win mag
and a few shotguns and 22 P.S I LOVE SHOOTING bought my first 40years ago and many since Sorry if i waffled on for to long

You should be nearly right with an assortment like that Macka, don't worry about the waffle, sure beats the shit out of not saying anything.

Nice List Macka and that was not a waffle

I am interested in your thoughts on the 6 SLR

What projectiles are you using

Just re-read you list there Macka, there are a couple of noticeable discrepancies there. wonder if anyone else noticed the lack of a 20 cal and 17 cal.

Camel I was just about to say that. Welcome Macka. Impressive list only needing two asditions

macka wrote:I would like to post a pic of the rifle but i have to get our oldest boy to do it when he visits im not sure how as my computer is nearly as old as me .It is a rem 700 sleeved 4oz jewell trigger Mcmillan 3 inch forend red swirl stock No 7 fluted barrel shillen match 22-250 imp and No 7 maddco 25-284 built by PSECO 14 years ago.My other switch barrel is a Rem 700 308 no 7 maddco fluted and a No 6 ma
ddco in 6mm SLR, Mcmillan tac stock 6oz trigger 6.5-20 leupold built by my mate top calibre for foxes on windy nights.Also have
custom 223 sako
Rem 30/06
458 wmag ruger
rem 22.250
factory Rem 458 w mag
Rem 35 whelen pumpy
sako 75 s/s 338 win mag
and a few shotguns and 22 P.S I LOVE SHOOTING bought my first 40years ago and many since Sorry if i waffled on for to long

Did you just mention a 6mmSLR? There will be a fella along shortly to congratulate you on your caliber choice.

I dont have 17 or 20 cal at the moment because of lack of room and over 15 i need a security alarm victorian firearms regs but i have had 17 ackly.17-mach iv now a 223 .17 222,and 17 rem and a 17ppc over the years. Had first option on a custom 204 but had to pass let a mate have it and it makes him look like a good shot top calibre. Foxes are my main target where i live.
With the 6mm SLR i havnt done any load development yet got the barrel off my mate when i got rifle off him loaded ammo as well but i think the 70 grainers are A MAX ? and 100 grainers are copperheads ?.Will load in next month or two once health picks up as i do a bit of permit work for farmers

macka wrote:I dont have 17 or 20 cal at the moment because of lack of room and over 15 i need a security alarm victorian firearms regs but i have had 17 ackly.17Mach1v now a 223 .17 222,and 17 rem and a 117PPC over the years. Had first option on a custom 204 but had to pass let a mate have it and it makes him look like a good shot top calibre. Foxes are my main target where i live.
With the 6mm SLR i havnt done any load development yet got the barrel off my mate when i got rifle off him loaded ammo as well but i think the 70 grainers are A MAX ? and 100 grainers are copperheads ?.Will load in next month or two once health picks up as i do a bit of permit work for farmers

wow arguably the 2 best 17 cals

Have thought of a 204 build but after looking through the forums I see there are a few more options available in 20 cal well worth considering .I think now we are very lucky with the choice of calibers quality projectiles and brass available now