Range Report.
It was a nice day today, about 65 and sunny. I decided to jump right in at 50 yards for sight in.
I don't like excuses but I did yard work all day yesterday and I could feel that I was tired, I was not my steadiest and this is definitely not my best shooting.
First ammo I put through it was the Federal Auto Match. I was very unimpressed with this ammo. It was all over the place. Probably 1 1/2" to 2" group at 50 yards.
I then switched to the CCI .22lr tactical. This is a plated bullet and it seemed like the rifle liked it a lot better.
This is a typical group with this ammo.
not great but again this was not my finest day shooting.
My buddy had some old plated Remington ammo which produced this group.
not bad but notice the higher point of impact. The flyer just happened to be in the bull.
Accuracy could be affected by being a brand new gun and needing a little break in. Also would be better on a better day for me.
I did notice a slight jarr in the rifle as the sear released the firing pin before the round went off. I think I am going to mess with the accutrigger a little. I know that won't change lock time but might make for a smoother release. The trigger is nice however and the bolt is super smooth.
The real fun happened next. My range has a 50 yard rimfire silhouette rang with little metal plates and animal cutouts. I went through a couple hundred rounds blasting the little targets as fast as I could and the rifle definately shined here. It was hard to miss. Some of the targets are probably only 1"x2" rectangles. I actually put the scope to 3 power because it was too easy at 9 power.
All in all I am a happy camper. I expect that the accuracy will improve as I get to know the rifle and trigger and what ammo it likes to eat. I think it will improve with a little break in too. The stock is great and the heavy barrel makes it feel more stable than a 10/22. The jarr upon release of the firing pin is a little disappointing but I think I will get used to it. I can feel the same thing in my 10/22 when the hammer is released and can see it upset the reticle. The scope is very nice. I like the clarity of the nikon glass and it was easy to get it zeroed. I am not a big fan of the BDC reticle however and would prefer a simple duplex. The bolt is super smooth I was able to work it very fast at the silhouette range and still hit 95%+ of my shots.
Reply With Quote
Originally Posted by El Duce
Bookmarks