I use a ram rod some times with a patch,but I really like the "snake".....makes it easier....both or good if you use them properly.I like the composite rod,and a clean patch for starting the shot, the snake after that on a group.

 

I see. Been reading how it doesn't replace a good cleaing but a good tool to have around. Thanks!

 

Nice Gun!!!

 

Thank you neighbor. But, you had to edit "Nice Gun." [img]i/expressions/face-icon-small-happy.gif[/img][img]i/expressions/beer.gif[/img]

 

Ok. Got a scope picked out. Called my local dealer who sold me the gun. I was sure I was gonna have to pay dearly for this scope if I bought it locally. Since he has very little stock I have to have one shipped. He mostly has VX-II's and not silver. Now he can only get the new VX-3's sine they aren't producing any more VX-III's or one that he wants to get for me.

This VX-3 3.5-10x40 Silver Duplex lists for $625 http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISA...X:IT&item=220382155834 sale price $449.98.

This VX-3 4.5-14x40 Silver Duplex lists for $725 http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISA...X:IT&item=390035895975 sale price $623.98.

But I decided on this one. VX-3 4.5-14x40 Silver Boone & Crockett lists for $825 http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISA...X:IT&item=390035895975 sale price $623.98.

I was lookin to invest $500-600 anyways. And got all I wanted from a local dealer at a fair price. Gonna pull the trigger tomorrow. He should be able to get some silver hardware to mount it with. I haven't looked.

What about a sling. I was lookin at just a simple military sling. Anyone have favorites? I'd love to get this out next weekend.[img]i/expressions/heart.gif[/img]

 

for bolt guns I prefer the old school national match service slings.

Midway sling

Turner Sling

Proper use of a sling seems to be becoming a lost art. People seem to rely on shooting sticks or bipods now.

 

My supervisor recommended this one. Kinda pricey though. http://www.brownells.com/aspx/...tle=COMPETITOR%20PLUS? RIFLE SLING. I was kinda liking this one. http://www.cabelas.com/cabelas...12/94/i221294vr02.jpg





Paid for the scope today. Be here Wednesday he said. The easy parts are about done now. Its gonna be a long week til I get out and shoot.

 

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I'm old school on that one. I don't want ANYTHING abrasive going down the barrel!</end quote></div>



WOW! You must really be old. [img][/img] So you have never used brushes?</end quote></div>

I was referring to the new barrel lapping products. Putting an abrasive on the bullets and then shooting them to polish the bore. Oh yea, I am OLD. 62 April 18. 14 more working days, 112 working hours, 2 more Mondays 'till RETIREMENT!!! Then every night will be Friday night, and every day Saturday!!!

 

<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote>Originally posted by: Oldman800

<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote>Originally posted by: 19TankHead60



<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote>Originally posted by: Oldman800







I'm old school on that one. I don't want ANYTHING abrasive going down the barrel!</end quote></div>







WOW! You must really be old. [IMG][/IMG] So you have never used brushes?</end quote></div>



Oh yea, I am OLD. 62 April 18. 14 more working days, 112 working hours, 2 more Mondays 'till RETIREMENT!!! Then every night will be Friday night, and every day Saturday!!!</end quote></div>

Its says so right on your username. But 62 isn't old is it? There's no way i'm putiin anything on bullets to polish the bore either. Hadn't really heard/read about that. I was more interesteda in a straight cleaning to rid the bore of any buildup during the initial firings. Congrtas on the RETIREMENT!!! All the best to you and yours!

 

Anybody ever use a Vero Vellini sling? I was looking at thier High Cimbing Double Sling but seems like it would not be compatible with my Camelbak hydration pack I like to take. Their Safari slings look real nice. Here's a link to theru their catalog and other info http://www.pioneer-research.com/verovellini.asp.. I can't get this link to work right, sorry.