The Firing Line Forums - View Single Post - What should I consider for improving my AR15's accuracy?

Edward429451 · November 20, 2012, 10:53 PM

Really. That's nice to know, having a BM standard model. I admit that I can not shoot up to my ammo (handloads) because I'm used to trying out my handloads with the scope on my flattop, and then putting the irons back on. I forget what my groups were @100. I know they weren't 3/4 MOA, lol. The best groups I've ever gotten with my standard model were with the scope and handloads which had IMR-4064 (hand weighed) in them, and some light weight bullets that someone had given me (hmm). Those I only shot at 50 yds and were ~1" so that would translate to 2 MOA @100 I think, which sounds about right. Usually if I can print 4" @100 I am happy with that because while it wont win any Matches, it will do everything else needed whether 4 legged or 2 legged.

Maybe I should try some of those 52 gr bullets that people speak so highly of in theirs (and mine) 1-9" barrels. I like heavy bullet for caliber bullets though, so haven't tried them. (handgun shooting did that to me, I think).

November 20, 2012, 10:53 PM	#24
Edward429451 Senior Member Join Date: November 12, 2000 Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado Posts: 9,457	Really. That's nice to know, having a BM standard model. I admit that I can not shoot up to my ammo (handloads) because I'm used to trying out my handloads with the scope on my flattop, and then putting the irons back on. I forget what my groups were @100. I know they weren't 3/4 MOA, lol. The best groups I've ever gotten with my standard model were with the scope and handloads which had IMR-4064 (hand weighed) in them, and some light weight bullets that someone had given me (hmm). Those I only shot at 50 yds and were ~1" so that would translate to 2 MOA @100 I think, which sounds about right. Usually if I can print 4" @100 I am happy with that because while it wont win any Matches, it will do everything else needed whether 4 legged or 2 legged. Maybe I should try some of those 52 gr bullets that people speak so highly of in theirs (and mine) 1-9" barrels. I like heavy bullet for caliber bullets though, so haven't tried them. (handgun shooting did that to me, I think). __________________ "Always place your clothes and weapons where you can find them in the dark" Lazarus Long "Understand that the enemy is not the enemy in his own eyes ;this may offer you an opportunity to make him your friend. If not, you can kill him without hate, and quickly." Lazarus Long