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  6. Savage model 12FV

    in Bolt Action Rifles

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    I picked up the Savage catalog at our local BassPro and have spent considerable time absorbing as much as I can about the model 12 line of rifles from the catalog and from articles on the internet. I've become particularly interested in the 12 LRPV Dual Port. It is a single shot that loads through the left port and ejects through the right port. This ported feature makes the action stiffer, which should increase accuracy. It would also be nice not to eject the spend cases back into your ammo can of loaded cartridges (same side load and eject).

    I pulled the accutrigger a few times while looking over the savage rifles. I do think it would take a while to get used to the pull of the 'first stage', but the 'second stage' is WOW good. The second stage pull can be field adjusted, which is a nice feature. The trigger break is just awesome. The thought that came to my mind when I pulled the accutrigger the first time was, "Glock Safe Action Trigger". I'm not sure if that's good or bad...

    Wayne

  8. Savage model 12FV

    in Bolt Action Rifles

    Posted

    My desire for an accurized Ruger Mini-14 have subsided because of cost, but my need for a backup rifle hasn't.

    I've read several reviews on the Savage model 12 varmint rifles and have learned that they have pretty decent triggers and most seem to be able to shoot less or equal to 1 MOA with the right ammunition.

    Does anyone have an opinion on the Savage 12 series?

    Thanks,

    Wayne

  12. Accurizing a Ruger Mini 14?

    in Semi Automatic Rifles

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    I've been considering purchasing another .223, so I'll have a second rifle to take prairie dogging out west. It would serve the as a backup rifle in case my Bushmaster had trouble and as a second shooting gun to let the Bushmaster cool between magazines. The more I think about driving 1,800 miles round trip with one rifle, the more I realize how silly it is not to have a backup.

    I could just buy another Bushmaster, but it could be more fun to try a different platform. I can think of several criteria I would require from a rifle.

    • Reliable
    • Great trigger
    • Semi automatic
    • Low recoil
    • Accurate
    • Muzzle brake

    The list could go on, but those really are the main criteria.

    I considered a Mini-14, but stock they are simply not accurate enough for 200-400 yard shots at a PD.

    I did a search here and found this thread about an Accuracy Systems Mini-14.

    Now, I'm certainly not going to spend $6000 to accurize and accessorize a Mini, but for about $799 they will make a guarantee of sub 1" MOA.

    I think the end cost would be about $400 more than just buying another Bushmaster.

    Your thoughts?

    Thanks,

    Wayne

  13. My Training Rant

    in Firearms General

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    Barry,

    You bring up many great points, but I'd like to add the aspect of training recency. When you do get training, don't let what you learned rust away. Make it a point to practice as much as you can and as often as you can. It might make you feel self conscious to practice drawing from your defensive rig and shooting at a cardboard target 10 feet away over and over again when others are watching. Just do it. God forbid that if you ever need to, then you might stand a chance at defending yourself. If you go through a class and never practice again, you're chances of self preservation decrease exponentially.

    Wayne

  18. Browning Hi-Power Mark III in desert camo

    in Pistols

    Posted

    Originally Posted By: wwillson
    I read an article in Handguns magazine that said the triggers on the Hi-Powers with the magazine disconnect are breaking around 10 lbs. If that's the case, then I need to find an older Hi-Power that doesn't have the magazine disconnect.

    The Hi-Power has always had a mag disconnect; it's part of the design.

    Good to know - thanks GMAN..

    Do all Hi-Powers have 10lb triggers from the factory?

    Wayne

  25. I'm REALLY confused...out of state rifle sales..

    in Firearms General

    Posted

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    ANY gun sales from residents of different states have to go through an FFL on the BUYER'S end. A non-FFL can ship to an FFL in another state. (Check local and state laws, too.)

    There are some exceptions for long gun private party transfers for bordering states. I don't pretend to know from/to which states this is allowed. I would suggest you ask an FFL in your state, then get a second opinion.

    Wayne

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