I decided to take a rifle that I built several years ago and re-barrel it with a lighter weight barrel and in a new caliber. I decided to go with a 20 inch proof research .30 caliber barrel and make a .308 Winchester. The former barrel was a 23” Krieger MTU in 6.5 Creedmoor, and that was very heavy. The 6.5 shot extremely well, but was too much to carry around. After finally getting it threaded and chambered this weekend, I got a chance to take it out and get it sighted in and I’m very happy with the results with federal 168 grain match ammo. The photo is three shots at 100 yards. I will definitely try one of these barrels again.
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Sir, I think I have been writing to you about the purchase of the HK 639 rifle under an email "Tt Jake." If this is you, then I am truly interested. I am just trying to verify identify. Tt Jake is asking for a cash transaction. No disrespect intended, Just trying to verify who I am talking to. Thank you. Respectfully. Dan
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Hey my friend, I am returning to SA for a Cape Buffalo hunt in June 26. My outfitter has suggested Highveld but I have read some poor reports. Wondering how satisfied you were with your mounts from them? Thanks in advance.