The CZickness XLI and on to what's next

[T-DOGG]

for CM

More prayers coming man.

 

[wtburnette]

Sad to hear about CM, more prayers sent.

 

[Haven]

Anyone heard how CM is doing after going back into ICU?

 

[gmcttr]

Had a good range day with MM despite planning on doing "precision" shooting and leaving my rest and rear bag at home. Luckily I had put a bipod in the range bag and stuffed a shirt into a small bag with an ammo box under it to gain some height for a rear rest. Not near as good as my usual setup but those saved the day.

All groups were high since the scope on my Bergara .308 is zeroed at 200 yards and I was shooting at 100 yards this time. Five shot groups except one 10 shot group.






My usual pattern of nice 4 shot groups with one thrown out prevailed. Yes, these are the cherry picked better groups.

If I had a source I would switch to grenades...I heard close counts with them.

 

[patience0830]

Had a good range day with MM despite planning on doing "precision" shooting and leaving my rest and rear bag at home. Luckily I had put a bipod in the range bag and stuffed a shirt into a small bag with an ammo box under it to gain some height for a rear rest. Not near as good as my usual setup but those saved the day.

All groups were high since the scope on my Bergara .308 is zeroed at 200 yards and I was shooting at 100 yards this time. Five shot groups except one 10 shot group.

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My usual pattern of nice 4 shot groups with one thrown out prevailed. Yes, these are the cherry picked better groups.

If I had a source I would switch to grenades...I heard close counts with them.

Any pattern? Throwing the 4th shot every time? That would be weird but it would at least give you a pattern to chase.

 

[patience0830]

Anyone heard how CM is doing after going back into ICU?

They think he has a bleeding ulcer. Saw a pretty large clot when scoped. Rcving medication for it. Gave him a couple units of blood. Hoping this is his last surprise for a couple of weeks. He needs a break.

 

[bcannon]

More prayers your way CM. Stay as positive as much as possible brother, we're here for you.

 

[patience0830]

I did get a little wood cut today for Mouse and CKW, now I just need to get it split.

 

[gmcttr]

Any pattern? Throwing the 4th shot every time? That would be weird but it would at least give you a pattern to chase.

Not if you consider other range trips as well. For just today, the 1st 2-3 shots were tight and either the 4th or 5th shot would be out. Was the same with 2 different handloads. The 10 round group was Federal Gold 175 gr SMK's and went similarly. Did not seem to matter whether the barrel was cool on the 1st shot or hot. Mostly hot on this warm day.

My conclusion is it's me. My finger on the trigger was the over-riding pattern.

 

[MindfulMan]

With some excellent pointers from Tarzan, I improved (a little) during my range session. Still, I need a lot of work to obtain any consistency.
However, as usual, I had a fabulous day with my host.

Thanks Tarzan ..... you're the BEST !

Like the rest of you, I'm saddened to hear of CM's setback.

 

[Bennettjh]

I did get a little wood cut today for Mouse and CKW, now I just need to get it split.
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I'm out of town this weekend, but I'd be glad to come help/haul.

 

[rkwhyte2]

Just got in from this evenings job. Currently sipping on a little George Dickel Bottled in Bond. Pretty tasty stuff. Bummed that CM is back in the ICU but at least he was already in the hospital. Prayers will continue for both CM and his family.

 

[patience0830]

I'm out of town this weekend, but I'd be glad to come help/haul.

Got a few more rounds to cut out of this 3'+ trunk. When I get ready to split I'll call you and TT.

 

[gmcttr]

Got a few more rounds to cut out of this 3'+ trunk. When I get ready to split I'll call you and TT.

My back thanks you.

 

[MindfulMan]

BTW, while Tarzan was doing his usual heroic, legendary shooting ...... I was pounding-out shots like these.. Yeah, pathetic, I know !
But I don't mind telling on myself. And even in totality, that 9-shot (?) group is still probably better than the 3-shot 7"+ one that I shot at the Spring Gala event.

Much more work is needed ! .... but I'm not going away anytime soon !

 

[wtburnette]

Morning all...

Too little sleep last night. Will probably need resleep later.

BTW, while Tarzan was doing his usual heroic, legendary shooting ...... I was pounding-out shots like these.. Yeah, pathetic, I know !
But I don't mind telling on myself. And even in totality, that 9-shot (?) group is still probably better than the 3-shot 7"+ one that I shot at the Spring Gala event.

Much more work is needed ! .... but I'm not going away anytime soon !

If you haven't done the break in for your barrel yet, those kind of groups are to be expected. As I mentioned previously, I think I was around 80 rounds through the barrel before I got my first sub-MOA group with my Bergara. I believe it was about the same for 88 with his Tikka. Worth spending the time to get the barrel broke in, then you just need to figure out the ammo the barrel likes...

 

[88E30M50]

Morning folks

 

[patience0830]

Sunday morning for me.

 

[rkwhyte2]

Morning everyone

 

[rkwhyte2]

Howdy WT, 88, patience