Long range guns

pmed · 08-18-2007, 04:35 PM

I am really interested in finding persons who are interested in talking about long range guns and shooting, I have recently purchased a .338 Lapua and a Cheytac long range system.

just_a_car · 08-18-2007, 05:05 PM

Wow, that's quite the system you've picked up there! Welcome to G&G!

Unfortunately, the longest-range firearm I own is a MN m91/30, shooting the 7.62x54R and the local ranges don't go passed 300 yards... though, I only go to the 25 yard one that I'm a member of, because it's indoors and this is Seattle.

I think we do have a couple/few gents here that do long range shooting, but I seem to remember they're usually doing long-range varmint hunting with smaller calibers. Hopefully someone with a bit more knowledge on the subject than I can help you out!

Cyrille · 08-18-2007, 05:34 PM

I don't know nuffin 'bout Lapua & Cheytac souns suspisiously ferrin ta me. But I do know a lil bit about BPCR shootin. I ain't no expert now, mah knowledge is severly limited. 'sides yer probably talkin 'bout shootin thet smokyless fad stuff. which in mah not so humble apinion can't hole a candle ta the Holy Black!

dannavyvet · 08-19-2007, 08:20 PM

I have a 1917 Eddystone 30-06 with a modern BSA rifle scope. Not bad at 250 yards.

I think the central principal in LRR must be patience and an absolute practice in calm, stillness and focus. LRR is certainly different than shooting a pistol or black rifle.

billy · 09-01-2007, 07:38 PM

ive got a model 70 .300winmag i need to blow the dust out of.
i wonder what its effective range is?
ive never even touched one before

Midas · 09-01-2007, 07:46 PM

I use a .300 Win Mag as my long range rifle, I also use a .378 Weatherby Magnum for long range elk hunting.

lefty o · 09-01-2007, 08:01 PM

a 300win mag will reach out well past 1000yds.

billy · 09-01-2007, 08:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lefty o

a 300win mag will reach out well past 1000yds.

well thats always nice to know.
get a zombie before hes even in my neighborhood!

Shooter2570 · 09-02-2007, 08:36 PM

That .338 lapua is probably one of the best long range rounds you can get your hands on. I know it is a well past 1000 yard shooter. Hope that you are trying to get into that long range stuff cause that is what you got.

I also use a 300 win mag for the same applications and I have it in a 700 Sendero topped with a swarovski 6x18 tds. Works for me! I have tried Nightforce glass and Leupolds VXiii but I love the clarity of the Swarovski best.

Let me know how you make out with your new rig, I am interested in looking into a 338 Lapua also.

rookie1129 · 09-02-2007, 10:31 PM

I am a true long range shooter. I won't try to impress you with the rigs that I shoot but sense most of you think that the caliber makes the shooter I will say that I have a .308, .300 win mag & 30/338. I try to stay proficient with all three. I am partial to my .308. I shoot in the bean fields of Plaucheville,LA, USA. Cyrille should know where that's at. I fortunate to be able to shoot as far as I can see.No charge.If ya'll have any questions I would be happy to answer.

08-18-2007, 04:35 PM	#1
pmed Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: outside of houston texas Posts: 1	Long range guns I am really interested in finding persons who are interested in talking about long range guns and shooting, I have recently purchased a .338 Lapua and a Cheytac long range system.

08-18-2007, 05:05 PM	#2
just_a_car Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Edmonds, WA Posts: 3,639	Wow, that's quite the system you've picked up there! Welcome to G&G! Unfortunately, the longest-range firearm I own is a MN m91/30, shooting the 7.62x54R and the local ranges don't go passed 300 yards... though, I only go to the 25 yard one that I'm a member of, because it's indoors and this is Seattle. I think we do have a couple/few gents here that do long range shooting, but I seem to remember they're usually doing long-range varmint hunting with smaller calibers. Hopefully someone with a bit more knowledge on the subject than I can help you out! __________________

09-01-2007, 07:38 PM	#5
billy spiritual counselor Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: a secret lab on the shores of lake titicaca Posts: 14,347 Images: 9 Blog Entries: 154	ive got a model 70 .300winmag i need to blow the dust out of. i wonder what its effective range is? ive never even touched one before __________________ "I would never die for my beliefs because what if I'm wrong?"- Bertrand Russell

09-01-2007, 07:46 PM	#6
Midas Troll B' Gone Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Springdale, Arkansas Posts: 3,907 Images: 2 Blog Entries: 6	I use a .300 Win Mag as my long range rifle, I also use a .378 Weatherby Magnum for long range elk hunting. __________________ "Recoil lasts for a second, gravity lasts forever" Last edited by Midas; 09-01-2007 at 08:05 PM.

09-02-2007, 08:36 PM	#9
Shooter2570 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Posts: 1	Loger the Better!~ That .338 lapua is probably one of the best long range rounds you can get your hands on. I know it is a well past 1000 yard shooter. Hope that you are trying to get into that long range stuff cause that is what you got. I also use a 300 win mag for the same applications and I have it in a 700 Sendero topped with a swarovski 6x18 tds. Works for me! I have tried Nightforce glass and Leupolds VXiii but I love the clarity of the Swarovski best. Let me know how you make out with your new rig, I am interested in looking into a 338 Lapua also.

08-18-2007, 05:34 PM	#3
Cyrille Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: South Louisiana Posts: 1,905	I don't know nuffin 'bout Lapua & Cheytac souns suspisiously ferrin ta me. But I do know a lil bit about BPCR shootin. I ain't no expert now, mah knowledge is severly limited. 'sides yer probably talkin 'bout shootin thet smokyless fad stuff. which in mah not so humble apinion can't hole a candle ta the Holy Black!

08-19-2007, 08:20 PM	#4
dannavyvet Banned Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 25	I have a 1917 Eddystone 30-06 with a modern BSA rifle scope. Not bad at 250 yards. I think the central principal in LRR must be patience and an absolute practice in calm, stillness and focus. LRR is certainly different than shooting a pistol or black rifle.

09-01-2007, 08:01 PM	#7
lefty o Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: mn Posts: 5,111	a 300win mag will reach out well past 1000yds.

09-02-2007, 10:31 PM	#10
rookie1129 Banned Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: south Louisiana Posts: 50	I am a true long range shooter. I won't try to impress you with the rigs that I shoot but sense most of you think that the caliber makes the shooter I will say that I have a .308, .300 win mag & 30/338. I try to stay proficient with all three. I am partial to my .308. I shoot in the bean fields of Plaucheville,LA, USA. Cyrille should know where that's at. I fortunate to be able to shoot as far as I can see.No charge.If ya'll have any questions I would be happy to answer.