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Oakleaf · November 12, 2001, 08:43 AM

ROE SHOOT PART TWO

Decided to take along Tikka 695 in 6.5x55. Topped with Tikka Mounts ( Sako Opti-lock ) and a Schimdt & Bender 6x42.

Want to see how a factory load performs - PMC Silver Line, loaded with 140grn GameKing. Groups circa 3/4" and zeroed to go 1 1/2" high at 100yds.

Will take along usual load as back-up - 129grn Hornady reload using R19 - shoots to same point of aim.

Zeroed rifle at the weekend and checked a batch of the reloads.

Thoroughly cleaned the rifle and scope, it will get another three shot sighting session once we arrive at the cottage, but will only get a patch through in the evening on each days shooting.

Binoculars are Eschenbach 7x42 - again checked and cleaned.

Knives ( three ) sharpened and stored.

Ventile jacket washed and reproofed. Advantage suit and Snow Camo unpacked to hung up to air.

Boots treated with Neet Foot Oil and laces replaced.

Bits and bobs packed in my day pack - will be rechecked a dozen times before we go.

November 12, 2001, 08:43 AM	#5
Oakleaf Senior Member Join Date: November 6, 2001 Location: Central Scotland and the Highlands Posts: 164	ROE SHOOT PART TWO Decided to take along Tikka 695 in 6.5x55. Topped with Tikka Mounts ( Sako Opti-lock ) and a Schimdt & Bender 6x42. Want to see how a factory load performs - PMC Silver Line, loaded with 140grn GameKing. Groups circa 3/4" and zeroed to go 1 1/2" high at 100yds. Will take along usual load as back-up - 129grn Hornady reload using R19 - shoots to same point of aim. Zeroed rifle at the weekend and checked a batch of the reloads. Thoroughly cleaned the rifle and scope, it will get another three shot sighting session once we arrive at the cottage, but will only get a patch through in the evening on each days shooting. Binoculars are Eschenbach 7x42 - again checked and cleaned. Knives ( three ) sharpened and stored. Ventile jacket washed and reproofed. Advantage suit and Snow Camo unpacked to hung up to air. Boots treated with Neet Foot Oil and laces replaced. Bits and bobs packed in my day pack - will be rechecked a dozen times before we go.