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Tactical Rifle Build

August 9, 2023 by contrib1 Leave a Comment

With Features of his SWAT and Hunting .308s in mind, a Shooter Creates ‘a Quality Rifle made Specifically for my needs.’
Story and photos by Nick PernaI own a couple of excellent precision long-distance tactical rifles. One is a Ruger Ranch rifle, topped with a Vortex 3×12 scope. It’s a nice, fairly compact gun, good for packing out in the bush. The other gun is my old SWAT rifle, a Remington 700. Both are .308 caliber. My old sniper rifle is a beast, to say the least. It has a 26-inch bull barrel. For optics, it sports an old-school Leupold 3×12, a reliable, no-frills affair. Both have bipods. They are both excellent rifles. Each one has accounted for multiple wild pigs and other game. Both have a few drawbacks, though. For the Ruger, the stock is a little short for my taste. The only case of “scope eye” I have ever suffered is from that gun. For the unacquainted, scope eye – also known as scope bite – is when the eyepiece of the optic collides with the shooter’s forehead when fired, causing bruising, bleeding and embarrassment. It happened to me when I initially purchased the gun and was zeroing the scope. It’s now my wife’s hunting rifle.As for my old sniper gun, it’s a little on the heavy side. The bull barrel, carbon fiber stock, optic, bipod and night vision mount add up to some weight. It really becomes apparent on long stalks, when carrying it can get a little fatiguing, which is not something you want to be concerned with when you have to take an important shot.

SO, I DECIDED to build a gun that incorporated the best features of both guns. I opted to base it off of the Remington 700 platform. I did this for a few reasons. First and foremost, my familiarity with it. Second, it’s a proven system with a long, successful track record. Third, there are a lot of easily obtainable aftermarket options available for it. Most importantly, though, I knew where to get a good deal on one – I picked a used one up at a local gun store for less than $400. On the upside, it came with a solid scope mount, which saved me the trouble of having to shell out another 200 bucks to get a good one. On the downside, it had an internal magazine. To load it, you have to pull the bolt back and drop the rounds in the mag. Not a huge deal, but not what I want in a tactical gun. But what do you expect for only 400 bucks?I opted to stay with .308 for economic reasons as well. I have plenty of bullets in that caliber on hand. There are a lot of great precision rifle calibers on the market today, but the ammo is expensive. Another reason for sticking with the old 7.62mm is that this rifle is primarily going to be used in California as a hunting rifle.

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Here in California, you can’t use ammunition with lead in the projectile. You also can’t have ammo delivered to you without going through a licensed firearms dealer or gun store. This means hunting ammo is hard to come by and I already have a limited amount of copper-slug .308 ammo socked away. Plus, being a former law enforcement sniper, I’m familiar with the ballistic abilities of the round.

THE ORIGINAL STOCK it came with was adequate, but I wanted something more specifically tailored to my needs. No need to look any further than Magpul. Magpul is to gun geeks what Lego is to kids. Magpul provides plug and-play add-ons and accessories for most modern firearms. The Magpul Hunter 700 stock is a great product for anyone looking to accessorize their bolt gun. It’s made from reinforced polymers with aluminum bedding for the portions that attach to the rifle’s action. There are multiple M-Lok slots to mount a bipod, sling, lights and so on. There are also predrilled holes for using traditional sling mounts. The stock has a rubber recoil butt pad, a spacer system where spacers can be added or taken away to change the length of the stock, and an adjustable cheek riser. I picked one up for around $250.

Keeping with the Lego theme, I also purchased a Magpul bolt action magazine well and five-round magazine. This fit nicely into the Hunter stock and allowed me to upgrade from the internal mag to an external one. Installing the mag well and stock was super simple. Once I separated the old stock from the action, I removed the internal mag housing. I then placed the Magpul mag well in the Magpul stock. The last step was to reattach them to the rifle’s receiver via two bolts. The product costs about $110. I chose not to Loctite them, instead opting to ensure they were hand-tight, and marking the screws with a Sharpie to make sure they don’t drift over time. I did this just in case I need to separate the stock from the action for whatever reason. This proved to be a good call when I tried to mount the Magpul bipod mount onto the M-Lok slot. I couldn’t get the bolts to line up properly in the slot, so I ended up having to take the stock off the action to facilitate this. There’s probably an easier way to do this, but YouTube didn’t provide one.

FOR THE OPTIC, I went with a lesser-known brand, Huskemaw Optics of Wyoming. Huskemaw makes excellent scopes. Their primary clients are hunters. This is one well-built scope! It is built to survive the rigors of backwoods hunting. It has a second focal plane reticle sandwiched in between two layers of glass for added protection. You can order a bullet drop compensator, or BDC, based on the specific ammunition you are using. Adjustments are in ⅓ minute of angle. This means that at 100 yards, if you click the windage or elevation once, it will move the point of impact roughly ⅓ inch. Most hunting and tactical scopes use ¼ MOA. I’m not sure why Huskemaw opted to do this, but it doesn’t take away from the overall functionality of this excellent scope. After adding a Harris bipod, I called it complete. I was fortunate enough to have already had the scope and bipod, so that kept the overall cost of this build well under $1,000. After completing assembly, I ran the gun through its paces. After a few quick adjustments, I shot the three-round group shown above at 100 yards. Not bad. There is nothing better than building something exactly how you want it. This was a fun project that resulted in a quality rifle made specifically for my needs. 

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Filed Under: 2A, Gear, Industry, Magpul Hunter 700 Stock, News

Slow Mo Guys Elephant Gun .577 Tyrannosaur In Slow Motion

July 11, 2023 by contrib1 Leave a Comment

A new video collaboration by Slow Mo Guys and Kentucky Ballistics was just released. Scott of Kentucky Ballistics had them shoot a variety of elephant guns but it was the .577 Tyrannosaur that was the focus of the video.
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I enjoy watching the Slow Mo Guys especially when they do firearm content. This latest video is very interesting. I do not know much about elephant guns but they definitely seem like something that is more fun to watch someone shoot than to shoot it yourself.
Dan of Slow Mo Guys volunteered as tribute and shot all the elephant guns that Scott brought out. Here are the different calibers Scott had Dan shoot. The .556 was just there for scale and comparison.
Screencap from Slow Mo Guys
Shooting the .375 H&H. Screencap from Slow Mo Guys
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Screencap from Slow Mo Guy. He took his shirt off for the .577 Tyrannosaur.
The other calibers were not that bad but when Scott told Dan that the .577 Tyrannosaur would kick more than the rest, Dan decided to take his shirt off so they could film his body reacting to the recoil.
Screencap from Slow Mo Guy. The moment before Dan pulls the trigger.
The recoil of the .577 Tyrannosaur was so great that the rifle flies back causing the trigger guard to hit his trigger finger. Inadvertently hitting the trap door release.
Screencap from Slow Mo Guys
After they filmed Dan shooting the .577 Tyrannosaur from the side, they were curious about what was happening to his back, given that the recoil was so great. Their second shot did not disappoint. The meat and skin just rippled from the shockwave created by the recoil. It traversed down his entire back.
Screencap from Slow Mo Guys
Screencap from Slow Mo Guys
After Dan shot the .577 Tyrannosaur, Scott brought out some targets. 16″ blocks of ballistic gelatin, a gallon of white glue and an old can of nacho cheese sauce. They started with the blocks of gelatin. Due to the ridiculousness of .577 Tyrannosaur, Scott used two blocks of gelating and the results were astounding. Scott brought out two different rounds. A solid projectile, which is what Dan shot, and a soft point for hunting reasons.
Screencap from Slow Mo Guys
Screencap from Slow Mo Guys
Scott shot the .577 Tyrannosaur and the Slow Mo Guys captured some interesting things in slow motion. The first thing was when the solid bullet interacted with the surface of the ballistics gelatin. It produces light. See the screenshot below.
Screencap from Slow Mo Guys
Even when the bullet hits the second ballistics gel block, it creates a small yellow light.
Screencap from Slow Mo Guys
The first angle was actually just over Scott’s shoulder when he shot the .577 Tyrannosaur into the two Gell blocks. It appears there is a fire inside the gel block.
Screencap from Slow Mo Guys
Screencap from Slow Mo Guys
The temporary wound cavity was so big that the muzzle flash was able to reach inside. Once the temporary wound cavity collapsed it compresses the air and gasses from the muzzle blast cause further ignition and a bright explosion inside the wound cavity.
Screencap from Slow Mo Guys

Screencap from Slow Mo Guys. 1,969 feet per second.
Screencap from Slow Mo Guys. 1,274 feet per second
Now the screenshots were only from the solid projectile. Scott shot the soft point and it too did not disappoint. Just like the previous shot, the Slow Mo Guys filmed Scott over the shoulder when he shot the soft point .577 Tyrannosaur. But the reaction of the ballistic gel block was a lot greater than the previous shot. You can clearly see how much deformation happened from the temporary wound cavity. It created a diamond shape but you can still see the original corners represented as lines.
Screencap from Slow Mo Guys
The muzzle flash was so great and the compression was even greater that it created a much brighter secondary explosion in the wound cavity. Also, look at the left edge of the second gel block. The bullet almost made it out of the block but there was enough elasticity to keep it from escaping.
Screencap from Slow Mo Guys
Here is a side-by-side comparison of the two projectiles and their wound cavities.
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As Scott predicted, the soft point got sucked back into the gelatin block.
Screencap from Slow Mo Guys
The wound channel is massive from the soft point .577 Tyrannosaur.
Screencap from Slow Mo Guys
Scott finished shooting the .577 Tyrannosaur into a gallon of Elmer’s glue and a gallon of nacho cheese sauce.
Screencap from Slow Mo Guys
Screencap from Slow Mo Guys
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Screencap from Slow Mo Guys
Here is the video these screencaps are from.
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I can’t wait to see what the Slow Mo Guys do next.

Filed Under: .577 Tyrannosaur, 2A, Ammo, Ammunition, Ammunition News, ballistics gelatin, Daily News, elephant gun, Firearm News, Industry, News, Pistols, Rifles, RSS Import, Slow Mo Guys Tagged With: .577 Tyrannosaur, 2nd amendment rights, 2ndamendment, ammunition, ballistics gelatin, Daily News, elephant gun, gunrights, professional, Rifles, RSS Import, Slow Mo Guys

Creedmoor® Sports launches Newest..

June 2, 2023 by contrib1 Leave a Comment

Anniston, AL, US – (June 1, 2023) Creedmoor® SportsCreedmoor Sports is proud to announce the launch and immediate availability of their new Shoulder Datum Tool. Designed and built for the discerning handloader, this new precision measuring tool is the next iteration in Creedmoor Sports’ line of precision reloading tools.Taking inspiration from the Creedmoor Sports Bullet/OAL Comparator Tool launched in 2022, the new Shoulder Datum Tool allows users to accurately measure their cases for proper shoulder bump when reloading. The tool is designed to be mounted to standard calipers to allow for ease of operation.With six different positions, the tool allows for measurement of over 75 different cartridges simply by rotating the tool on the caliper jaws. There are no tools or inserts needed to change between cartridges.

Key Features:• Supports over 75 SAAMI cartridges and many more wildcats• Non-marring brass screws for secure caliper attachment• No additional inserts required• 416 Stainless Steel• Made in the USAModels:Creedmoor Sports Shoulder Datum ToolProduct Video:Youtube – Creedmoor Sports Shoulder Datum Tool

About Creedmoor Sports, Inc.As a leading supplier in precision shooting sports since 1979, Creedmoor Sports designs, manufactures,and supplies the precision shooter with the gear needed to achieve their personal shooting goals. Wemanufacture only the best products to give the dedicated shooter the confidence needed to win at every level of competition. Known for best-in-class personal service, at Creedmoor, we don’t have customers…we have friends.Contact:John TeacheyVP of Operations and Marketing1-800-273-3366167 Creedmoor Way, Anniston, AL 36205Creedmoorsports.com

Filed Under: 2A, Creedmoor Sports, Gear, Industry, Media Releases, News, Shoulder Datum Tool

Wisconsin Trigger – Perfect for the Tactical Shooter

May 15, 2023 by contrib1 Leave a Comment

The Wisconsin Trigger Company is committed to modernizing the design while retaining the same fundamental mechanics that inspired the aftermarket AR-15 2 stage trigger system industry back in the 90’s.
My perspective is from a tactical shooter perspective. I’ll be first to tell you I’m not a traditional match shooter. I have more experiences with tactical training and tactical matches, more 3 gun than national match competition. The two disciplines share many similarities. Among them grip, posture and trigger control.
If you have experience shooting an M-16 or AR-15 / AR-10 with a GI style single stage trigger you will have noticed that the pull is very heavy and a bit scratchy. Add in the totally unknown point of hammer release and you have the recipe for poorly placed shots.
With any of the Wisconsin Trigger Company M-K II trigger systems you will have none of these problems. All of M-K II model triggers are 2 stage triggers. A 2 stage trigger has just what the name implies, it has two stages. Stage one is a light smooth pull to the point the hammer comes against the disconnecter. This is known as the wall.At this point the hammer is held back by the pressure of the disconnecter spring, with the hammer and trigger hook overlapping by just a few thousandths of an inch and requiring just the slightest rearward movement to release the hammer. The M-K II systems will do this at the exact same point every time you pull the trigger, removing any question as to when your rifle will fire unlike other triggers.
Add in hand polishing, hand honing of all the critical areas, adjustable disconnecter, multiple 2nd stage and trigger springs and you have unparalleled smoothness and control.
Here’s an image of a single stage GI style trigger . What you see is the distance the trigger travels when releasing the hammer. With this style trigger you have no indication the rifle is about to fire until it does.

With the M-K II 2 stage trigger you will notice the difference. The trigger is pulled to the “wall”. Beyond this point the gun will fire each and every time predictably.

The completed position of Stage II.
All of the Wisconsin Trigger Company M-K II triggers can be adjusted to be a super light trigger. But you don’t need to do this. Our attention to detail and commitment to quality allows you to run a heaver trigger spring and have the feel of a super light trigger without the safety problems of an over light trigger. The result is patrol rifle safety with national match feel.
For more information on WTC trigger and if you’re looking for a sponsor for your youth shooting team, please
visit the Wisconsin Trigger Company here.
Sources: Ron Albaneese, Wisconsin Trigger Company

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Filed Under: 2 Stage Trigger, 2A, Gear, Industry, MKII Stage2, News, Ron Albaneese, Wisconsin Trigger

Primary Arms Optics GLx 2x Prism Wins ‘Best CQB Optic’ Award

January 8, 2021 by Press Release Leave a Comment

HOUSTON, TEXAS – Primary Arms Optics’ GLx 2x Prism has been awarded the ‘Best CQB Optic’ award for Ballistic’s Best 2020 Editors’ Selects Awards. These awards recognize outstanding performers in various product categories within the firearms community, including handguns, rifles, optics, and more. Ballistic’s Best Editors’ Selects Awards focus on products that go above and beyond the [Read more…]

Filed Under: News, Optics, Press Releases Tagged With: 2a, 2nd amendment rights, 2ndamendment, press release

Riton Optics Products Available on Strelok Pro Ballistic Calculator

January 7, 2021 by Press Release Leave a Comment

Tucson, AZ – Veteran owned optics company, Riton Optics, is proud to announce the addition of their riflescope line to the Strelok Pro Ballistic Calculator. Providing field proven accuracy since 2001, Strelok Pro has proven itself to be among the top ballistic calculators available to shooters worldwide. With apps available for both Android and iOS platforms, [Read more…]

Filed Under: News, Optics, Press Releases Tagged With: 2a, 2ndamendment, guns, press release

Heritage Introduces the Barkeep™ Revolver

January 6, 2021 by Press Release Leave a Comment

Heritage Manufacturing, Inc., producers of classic-style single-action revolvers, is pleased to announce the newest member of the family—the Barkeep. This pint-sized revolver has an Old West flair and was inspired by the 19th Century Colt “Storekeeper” model. The single-action Barkeep comes chambered and ships with the affordable .22 LR 6-shot rimfire cylinder and two-inch barrel. [Read more…]

Filed Under: News, Pistols, Press Releases Tagged With: 2a, 2nd amendment rights, 2ndamendment, guns, pistols, press release

Hornady Receives Golden Bullseye for 6mm ARC Ammunition

January 5, 2021 by Press Release Leave a Comment

(Grand Island, Nebr.) — Hornady® 6mm ARC has been named the 2021 Shooting Illustrated Ammunition Product of the Year as part of the National Rifle Associations Publications Golden Bullseye Awards. The 6mm ARC began with a simple question: What can we do with today’s technology to maximize the performance of the AR-15 platform? After subsequently [Read more…]

Filed Under: Ammo, News, Press Releases Tagged With: 2a, 2ndamendment, hornady, press release

Federal Hydra-Shok Deep 380 Auto

January 21, 2020 by Press Release Leave a Comment

ANOKA, Minnesota – – The newest addition to Federal’s Hydra-Shok Deep lineup is the industry’s first expanding 380 Auto to consistently meet FBI protocol recommendations for penetration (12 inches minimum) through bare gel and through heavy clothing. This new product will be on display in Booth No. 14551 at the 2020 SHOT Show, January 21-24 at [Read more…]

Filed Under: Ammo, News, Press Releases Tagged With: 2a, 2nd amendment rights, 2ndamendment, ammo, ammunition, federal, press release

The Scout Rifle Revisited: 6.5 Grendel

October 15, 2019 by TJ Ramsey Leave a Comment

I recently had the pleasure of spending some time with the Head Down Firearms Master Series in 6.5 Grendel. I have not spent much time with this cartridge until recently, despite it being available since 2004. The Master Series is a 12″ barrel AR Pistol complete with Hiperfire trigger, full-length M-Lok rail system, and the [Read more…]

Filed Under: Reviews, Rifles Tagged With: 2a, 2ndamendment, gun safety, guns, reviews

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