Recent content by Alexj

I have one of these Mk2 Window Rest Bag - Equifix Shooting Bags UK You need a fairly heavy fill to steady the bag but it works very well. It is quite handy if you have a long high seat session too. I have a selection of bags from Equifix, they are well made and arrive swiftly, I don't have any...

When does the statute of limitations kick in for potato cannon misdemeanors? Who cares? I was camping at Le Mans with a bunch of chaps probably twelve years ago. Some of the campsites got quite rowdy, inspiring one of our party to bring means of defending our pitch. Most of the cannons I had...

I use the Bog carbon tripod with an Ant Supplies arca lever clamp on top, I found this much more solid than the saddle clamp, faster to deploy too. I did modify the arca clamp a bit as it will take picatinny too and that was snagging the rail when I tried to mount the rifle. I set the two legs...

Thanks BD, I'm looking forward to having a play.

Thank you for that, much appreciated. I didn't try GRT, I thought it was no longer being supported. I had heard of Quickload but it seems to have changed to Apexload. I'm quite keen on using the technology but I'm happy to start low and do the testing in real life, that has to be half the fun...

Thanks FB.

Thanks fizzbang, I will have a look. Alex

Thanks for the reply NP and I appreciate the offer of assistance. I'll follow the recommendations and I have access to Hornady's manual.

I confess, I've been researching for a couple of years, mostly youtube admittedly. Eric Cortina is very helpful regarding setting up the die. Sharpies at the ready and follow the book!!

Thanks Cyres, that is very helpful.

Thanks MT, I'll have a play with what I have. I appreciate the feedback. A

Thanks NullMac, Viht does have my choice of bullet fortunately. I must admit that I'm looking forward to the journey, sad as that may seem.

Hi all, I'm in need of some advice please. I am about to start reloading for the first time and thought I would start with .223. I want to load some 40gn Vmax and got some N130, that seemed a sensible choice according to Viht. When I compare Hornady and Viht tables, they are close on max load...

I cant say I really notice myself. :)

I have just had a look, I was doubting my memory. Between the .223 and 30-06 there is 34mm difference in stroke. The magazine inserts have a metal stop that springs up when you first close the bolt after fitting the trigger unit.