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    To shoot the rifles where the rules do not allow...

    To shoot the rifles where the rules do not allow a lens (Garand, Springfield, Vintage Games matches), I use the glasses sold by Bob Jones commonly called his "Harry Potter" glasses. Go to...
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    I'm going through this with a friend that is bent...

    I'm going through this with a friend that is bent on having a USMC sniper tribute for the CMP VS matches. He borrowed a rifle last year for the Eastern Games and he and his pal came in 6th overall in...
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    So much of what makes someone a successful...

    So much of what makes someone a successful offhand shooter is confidence, and subconsciously following of a shot process that took years to perfect for that individual. That is why it is so hard to...
  4. The Daystate Wolverine is brand new. It is is...

    The Daystate Wolverine is brand new. It is is precharged pnumatic premium quality air rifle. All the Daystates are spendy. I think these are made for the US market becuase we do not require a special...
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    You can measure the hole spacing and get Steve...

    You can measure the hole spacing and get Steve Earl to make you an "o" mount that fits them. Just look for Steve Earl Products, or Unertl Blocks with google and you'll find him. I'm willing to bet...
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    Ron Brown and Les Tam all the way. I do have a...

    Ron Brown and Les Tam all the way. I do have a biothane. It is on my CLE .22 to quickly identify it as the .22.
    They work as well as any other, if you put them on correctly. I just prefer the thick...
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    I have RRA 2 stage triggers in my NM AR's. The...

    I have RRA 2 stage triggers in my NM AR's. The best trigger is the Geiselle 2 stage service trigger, but I wouldn't go to it until he is looking at making Master. The very best thing to do is get the...
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    From talking to the designer of the new 8X Malcom...

    From talking to the designer of the new 8X Malcom at the Eastern Games, there is nothing on this scope that is interchangeable from the Unertl. This had to be done to avoid any legal ramifications....
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    Assuming that any modification to a legitimate...

    Assuming that any modification to a legitimate USMC rifle will hurt it's pedigree, at the same time you will spend a lot of money to make the rifle's collector value to go down. If you can document...
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    Received mine #00187 from Creedmoor Sports. I am...

    Received mine #00187 from Creedmoor Sports. I am very pleased with it. The biggest difference from a vintage Unertl is the lazer printing of the model, serial number, and objective lens graduations...
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    No. They are only legal on the Garand.

    No. They are only legal on the Garand.
  12. Known Distance rifle qualification has never been...

    Known Distance rifle qualification has never been a simulation of combat, or any tactical scenario. It is the most basic, and fundamental practice of marksmanship. There is no enemy, no cover, no...
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    It is really two separate things in the same...

    It is really two separate things in the same week. The CMP is first with the GSM matches, carbine, rimfire sporter, and pistol matches. On Wednesday the rifle range is used by the Bushmaster clinic,...
  14. The SHOT show is here, and nothing yet about this...

    The SHOT show is here, and nothing yet about this scope. What's the deal ? Wen will they be available ?
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    I just bought myself a 'Polecat" scope head as a...

    I just bought myself a 'Polecat" scope head as a Christmas present for myself. It is a real high quality piece. It is the perfect addition to my Ewing 1" stand, and Kowa 661. The complete scope...
  16. The standard mounts or blocks would be specific...

    The standard mounts or blocks would be specific to the rifle you intent to use it on, and not included with the scope.
    The mounts used for the 1903 Springfield, and any other application, are...
  17. The retail price has already been announced to be...

    The retail price has already been announced to be $549. I think they will sell every one of them. I know I will get one. Looks like they have done a great job with it
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    Years ago the M14 shooters could place the butt...

    Years ago the M14 shooters could place the butt on their stool, with the muzzle straight up, snap in a round and let the bolt go home. You cannot do that anymore. An observant block official will...
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    I was new to BN maint of the 3rd AAV Bn at Camp...

    I was new to BN maint of the 3rd AAV Bn at Camp Del Mar in Camp Pendleton, CA. Our tool room NCO was the most respected and meticulous Sgt.Carmichael. He was very busy with tool room stuff, and...
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    Leatherwood Hi-Lux USMC sniper news

    Leatherwood Hi-Lux announced the addition of their USMC 8X Unertl remake at the attractive price of $549. ...
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    If that was an offhand group, then you are...

    If that was an offhand group, then you are definitely getting the hang of it. Don't try to approach the target from any particular direction. Establish NPA on your frame, and hold on your sight...
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    Ok Phill, you liked my standing SF breakdown so...

    Ok Phill, you liked my standing SF breakdown so maybe you will find something in this bit of free advice.
    Pictures can tell a thousand words, and I see a couple of things in yours.
    First. Your...
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    The demand for theses things is high enough at...

    The demand for theses things is high enough at this time to make reproduction a profitable endeavor at very low production given the inflated cost of the original non USMC scopes. There is no reason...
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    There is nothing magical, or a mysterious trade...

    There is nothing magical, or a mysterious trade secret to the quality of Unertl scopes. They used good materials, and built the adjusters to last a lifetime. They are just straight tube telescopes...
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    I was referring to the scopes on the Gibbs repro...

    I was referring to the scopes on the Gibbs repro A4. They just weren't up to the task of competition in the CMP vintage sniper matches. They have since been improved, and I am sure they are fine now....
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