Couple of Rifles
Posted: Wed Mar 14, 2018 12:37 am
Hi All,
Just gave some of my rifles a clean and went out to the range for a re-zero session - I thought I might as well take a few photos.
First up is my Sako 85 Varmint in 204 Ruger with Swarovski Z6 3-18 x 50 scope with ballistic turret. Overall I'm really happy with the way this rifle performs with my handloads although factory ammo leaves a lot to be desired. I'm currently running 39gr Sierra Blitz Kings, Nosler Brass and 2206H. This is my go to varmint rifle and with the BT I have the 204 hitting sub MOA groups on the steel target @ 400 yards.
Second rifle is my Tikka T3 Varmint in 25-06 Rem with Swarovski Z5 5-25 x 52 scope with ballistic turret. I've added a B&C M40 style stock, Atlas Worxs bottom metal, aftermarket bolt knob, shroud and rail. I'm currently running 90gr Sierra Blitz Kings, Nosler Brass and 2209. Again this rifle performs great with my handloads but has been an average performer with the factory ammo I've tried. I'm still working up a good load with the 117gr SST - I've managed a few groups around an the inch mark but should be able to do a little better. This rifle is very authoritative on varmints and goats out to and exceeding 300 yards.
Both Groups are at 100 yards after a few shots to foul the barrel. Squares on the target are 1/2'' for reference.
Happy hunting
Just gave some of my rifles a clean and went out to the range for a re-zero session - I thought I might as well take a few photos.
First up is my Sako 85 Varmint in 204 Ruger with Swarovski Z6 3-18 x 50 scope with ballistic turret. Overall I'm really happy with the way this rifle performs with my handloads although factory ammo leaves a lot to be desired. I'm currently running 39gr Sierra Blitz Kings, Nosler Brass and 2206H. This is my go to varmint rifle and with the BT I have the 204 hitting sub MOA groups on the steel target @ 400 yards.
Second rifle is my Tikka T3 Varmint in 25-06 Rem with Swarovski Z5 5-25 x 52 scope with ballistic turret. I've added a B&C M40 style stock, Atlas Worxs bottom metal, aftermarket bolt knob, shroud and rail. I'm currently running 90gr Sierra Blitz Kings, Nosler Brass and 2209. Again this rifle performs great with my handloads but has been an average performer with the factory ammo I've tried. I'm still working up a good load with the 117gr SST - I've managed a few groups around an the inch mark but should be able to do a little better. This rifle is very authoritative on varmints and goats out to and exceeding 300 yards.
Both Groups are at 100 yards after a few shots to foul the barrel. Squares on the target are 1/2'' for reference.
Happy hunting