Man_Myth_Mace
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Hello, Friends,
I am fairly new to firing bolt-action rifles and I need some guidance.
My Intentions:
I would like to work my way up to hitting targets (water jugs/steel targets/etc.) at 1000+ yards with precision. I understand that I don't need the best gear to practice, but if I am going to spend the money, I would rather do it once and have a weapon and optic that I can "grow into".
My current weapon/optic:
I was given a Howa 1500 chambered in .300 win mag (I reload, so it is fairly cheap to shoot), along with a Nikko Striling Nighteater 3-10x scope.
My budget:
I am not a rich man, but I am willing to save up a bit if I need to.
My questions:
-I'm not sure if the Howa 1500 is capable of precision at 1000+ yards, what do you think?
-Which scope would be adequate to reach those ranges?
-In order of most to least important features of a scope, would you mind listing them?
-What else should I consider when choosing a rifle/scope?
Sidenote: I have been seriously considering a Leupold due to the military program they have.
Thanks for all your help, and I apologize if these questions have been asked a million times.
-Mace
I am fairly new to firing bolt-action rifles and I need some guidance.
My Intentions:
I would like to work my way up to hitting targets (water jugs/steel targets/etc.) at 1000+ yards with precision. I understand that I don't need the best gear to practice, but if I am going to spend the money, I would rather do it once and have a weapon and optic that I can "grow into".
My current weapon/optic:
I was given a Howa 1500 chambered in .300 win mag (I reload, so it is fairly cheap to shoot), along with a Nikko Striling Nighteater 3-10x scope.
My budget:
I am not a rich man, but I am willing to save up a bit if I need to.
My questions:
-I'm not sure if the Howa 1500 is capable of precision at 1000+ yards, what do you think?
-Which scope would be adequate to reach those ranges?
-In order of most to least important features of a scope, would you mind listing them?
-What else should I consider when choosing a rifle/scope?
Sidenote: I have been seriously considering a Leupold due to the military program they have.
Thanks for all your help, and I apologize if these questions have been asked a million times.
-Mace