I have a 29 barrel also though since its a setback. Here are testimonials from recent customers. This rig scored second place in its very first match, a 320 at 1000 yards in Wyoming. We can expand your necks from .22 caliber to .30 caliber and anneal shoulders for consistent bump-back. If you put a bullet into a clean case, it will be jerky when seating the bullet. We are blessed with many good match-quality receivers: Barnard, BAT, Borden, Kelbly, Nesika, and Stiller just to mention a few. My 6.5-284 barrel went south at 900 rounds. The winning Klemm clan. You may not reproduce original text or photos without advanced permission in writing. CLICK IMAGE below for full-screen version. My straight .284 almost required me to stand up to eject brass. The 284 Shehane is a moderately blown out 284, with 3% extra capacity over the parent case. Joel explains: I like to have relatively new brass always ready. How did you get so good so fast? Ryan is using 54.0 grains simply as a fire-forming load. However, the challenge in shooting this rifle was recoil management. .223 Rem Not A Competitive Option After trying Federal 210m primers, CCI BR-2 primers, light tension, heavy tension, jamming, jumping, we settled on 56.0+ grains of H4831sc with CCI BR-2 primers. I was sold! the 284 win is one of those overlooked cartridges. By blowing the sidewalls out 0.010, the .284 Shehane picks up about 3.3 grains of extra case capacity. For more information, visit DJsBrass.com, or call Darrell at (205) 461-4680. Heres my advice: In addition to the 6mmBR-based cases shown below, Darrell can now hydro-form 6PPC cases from .220 Russian brass, and he also offers .284 Shehane. About the Patriotic Paint Job The key here is both calibres are going to shoot around the 2850fps mark accurately with good case and barrel life. This step was performed on the cases for the next match and it corrected the problem, as I lost no points to elevation. Share the post "Sunday GunDay: Back-to-Back Championship Winning .284 Win". We also remove the carbon build-up in muzzle brakes. I wanted to do something different PAINT it. The Oehler consistently gave me readings of 2892 fps to 2902 fps with an SD of 4 fps using once-fired brass. But in reality, on average, the .223 Rem, regardless of what powder/bullet combo is used, cannot compete with the .308 Win. For starters, a .300 WSM is certainly capable of winning mid-range matches but it is not ideal. I contacted Darrell to hydraulically form 6mm Dasher from Lapua 6mm BR brass. The Lawn Ranger We hope these Pride and Joy rifles may provide inspiration for our readers, whetting their appetite for their next competition, varminting, or hunting rifle project. The .284 is able to drive 160 grain bullets at 2800fps and while this may not be considered an optimum velocity based on the potential of the case, it is nevertheless a substantial step up from the short action 7mm08 cartridge giving 2600 to 2650fps with this bullet weight. In 2013, Henry Pasquet won the IBS 1000-Yard Nationals shooting a .284 Shehane. The proud owner, Forum member Aeon, tells us: This is a Gary Eliseo RTM chassis with pickle forks. The action area of this stock has been beefed up to house the large BAT MB action. Art Cocchia advised getting a load with a good known accuracy node with minimum extreme spread, which controls vertical. The average cost of a barrel, chambered and fitted, is $500.00. Interestingly, I found that the multiple layers of paint and clearcoat stiffened the stock up quite a bit. The event was well-attended, with excellent turn out for both the Mid-Range and Long-Range cycles. Thats where the .284 Shehane comes into play. [The load was] 180 Hybrids with 54.0 grains of H4831 SC., Scotlands Grant Taylor. My load came back together with 54.5 grains of H4831sc. There is no 130-grain bullet listed for the .280 Rem., but maximums for 140-, 150-, and 160-grain bullets are 2,983, 2,822, and 2,773 fps. We have 284 Winchester dies for sale, from great brands like Forster, Hornady, Lee, Lyman, RCBS, and Redding Reloading Products. guidelines the .284 Winchester case can handle up to 440 MPa (63,816 psi) piezo pressure. I started calling anyone I could thing of to see if they had any idea what could be causing this problem. In fact, this impressive sub-quarter MOA group was shot while fire-forming with a very well-worn barrel! I have a few barrels chambered in 284 Shehane. Yes, thats a long, heavy barrel, but I think the length gives me a velocity advantage. Speaking of the stock, there was only one choice, a Purple Haze laminated F-class model from Precision Rifle & Tool. Andy was spot on. Our friend Erik Cortina notes that the .284 Shehane has a velocity edge over the straight .284 Win because it holds more powder: The Shehane has more capacity than the .284 Winchester. On top is a Leupold 40x45mm scope on a Picatinny rail that Grimstod machined himself. Do you have a gun youd like to see featured there? Owner Aeon tells us: The 7 SAUM was as easy a gun as I have ever shot to find a good load for H1000 gave great consistency and tuning was not hard. The stock by Precision Rifle & Tool has a 3-longer fore-end which solves the problem. For shooters who are not sold on the .284 Winchester, I give you a real-world ballistics shoot-off. This load ran at 2825 fps. After the NC State Champs, the gun went into hibernation for the winter. Congratulations to the new F-Class Champions. Enjoy this trip back in time to when the .284 Win was the new kid on the block. I use Redding bushing dies, apply Imperial sizing wax, resize, wipe off wax, clean and uniform the primers pockets using the RCBS Trim Mate Case prep center, then apply Imperial dry neck lube with a bore mop. If I had to pick one cartridge for F-Class (both mid- and long-range) I would pick the .284 Winchester or one of its variants. I felt the same result could be had with a Light Gun. I sent him a Panda F-Class action with a +20 MOA Picatinny rail. I start 0.6 grains lower than my last charge that worked. Below is a video by Editor F-Class John, showing the features of the Kestros ZR stock. Duane decided to have the barrel chambered for my 284 KMR IMP (Improved) wildcat. This gun hammers with 105gr Berger Hybrids., Courtesy Forum member Dan H., here are two red-stocked Dashers plus an Anschutz 54.30 (Benchrest Stock) to make it a trio. A lot of novice (or hard-headed) shooters make the mistake to push their cartridges to the max, and disregard more accurate loads at lower velocity. Ryan is using 54.0 grains simply as a fire-forming load. The 284 KMR IMP seems to have two nodes, one around 2820 fps and other at 2940 fps. They tracked well. Since 2009, Forum members have posted photos and descriptions of their most prized firearms. This is a 1:9 twist, 1.250 straight contour for 32. With the U.S. F-Class National Championship running this week in Raton, NM, we thought wed highlight a very important .284 Win rifle. I never practice. This was the first five rounds through it after I cleaned it after the last match. Dies for an Improved .284 Win Cartridge Many eye-catching rifles start with a great paint job. With the latest high-BC 7mm bullets, the original .284 Winchester is proving tough competition for its 6.5-284 offspring. All these components have been a successful combination that has worked flawlessly[.]. DJs Brass Service now offers custom case hydro-forming to your exact specs. Jason noticed that Bryan had been adding aluminum rails to the front of Cerus stocks to lower the center of gravity and improve tracking. Father Ken also competed at the Nationals, shooting great in both individual and team events. It has already demonstrated great promise, scoring second place in its very first match, a 320 at 1000 yards in Wyoming. with holes in the buttstock and forend. I then push one wet patch of Eliminator through the bore and leave it. On this build, I am trying a BixN Andy trigger for the first time. Best powders are: Varget, H4895, and Reloder 15. Ballard won the NRA Long-Range Regional, setting a new National Record in the process 200-23X at 1000 yards. The stock is an HS Precision painted by Premier Accuracy. Q: What you do enjoy most about long-range benchrest shooting? I shoot primarily local and regional matches Colorado, Wyoming, and possibly Nebraska this summer. YMMV, but this is what Ive observed. This keeps the center of gravity low and helps the rifle recoil smoothly with less hop in the bags. To travel down to New Mexico and win at Raton was very satisfying as I had to come from behind. Ian told us: This Championship was especially difficult as a particularly strong challenger [and new 1000-yard record-holder] Mike Plunkett had earned an early lead and I would have to make up 6 points in the final day to win. I use Hodgdon H4831sc powder, CCI BR2 primers, and pointed 180gr Bergers.. Velocities vary between barrels approx 2850 to 2880. Just before Nationals, I tried going up and down one marker. If you want to run 180gr-class 7mm bullets over 2900 FPS, it is cheaper and more convenient to have a barrel chambered in 284 KMR IMP than to spend $650 for a magnum bolt. EDITOR: Guys, there is a ton of solid gold information in this article take your time and read it carefully. But my .284, with its high-BC Berger 180s, shot inside both the 6.5 and 300 by at least 3 every time. One of the biggest reasons why I like Master Class stocks, is the pistol grip. Fellow .284 Shehane shooter Erik Cortina notes that the .284 Shehane has a velocity edge over the straight .284 Win because it holds more powder: The Shehane has more capacity than the .284 Winchester. He can handle all the difficult brass forming/brass restoration chores efficiently and affordably. With availability of useful bullets ranging from 85 grains to 160 grains, the 6.5-284 has a lot to offer varminters, big-game hunters and long-range target shooters. Dale also threaded the barrel for a Woolum Accuracy tuner. In this 15-55X NF model, I like the DDR-2 reticle best, because fine cross hairs (FCH) are hard to see in heavy mirage. The DDR-2 has a heavier horizontal line, with a center dot. The price starts at $60.00 per hundred for standard cases or $75.00/100 for magnum size. You are using an out of date browser. My face rests on the stock and my shoulder is placed firmly into the buttplate. Powder charges are dispensed and weighed with an RCBS ChargeMaster Electronic Dispenser, which is regularly calibrated with check-weights to assure accuracy. 6.5-284 (Hodgdon Data) reloading data with 196 loads. That is almost exactly where I run my 26 7 Saum with 180s and RL 23. The case issues seem to be with previously softer batches of cases. The gun gets transported in a Pelican Hard case when I travel. This allows me to use the center as my primary hold. This gun has more than exceeded my expectations, winning matches and setting a new 1000-yard, single-target F-Class National Record (200-13X). This gray and blue beauty belongs to Forum member Farmer Dave. I found that the 300 WSMs vertical really tightened up after about 50 rounds. I encountered vertical, vertical, and more vertical. Q: First, do you have any advice for older shooters getting started in their golden years? The .284 Shehane is a slightly modified wildcat that retains the same 35 shoulder as the parent case. Without revealing any trade secrets, we can say the Darrell has very special dies and Darrell doesnt use a mallet or hammer he has a system that is much more consistent. The .284 Shehane Accurate and Forgiving Wildcat (function() { You Better Believe It". [Editors Note: Jerry Tierney is no longer with us. You may see 40 units (on the K&M dial) dropping to 20, then slowly increasing pressure. Q: What kind of precision are you looking for in your reloads? 14ozs. Uniform velocity gives me more consistent vertical point of impact. Darrell also just got a custom hydro die for the .284 Shehane, a wildcat based on the .284 Winchester. [This] caliber has awesome accuracy. I work up from that reduced charge weight in increments of 0.3 grains. The most common problem is wait-time custom die orders can take months to be completed. I chose the Max because I was shooting Group Benchrest first then made the transition to F-Class. I shot my best-ever 1K Heavy Gun group (3.348) at days end after 60 to 80 rounds. Down one mark cut the group in half! The Berger 215gr Hybrids have been used to win many competitions including recently the 2015 F-Class Nationals. Bryan Litz won both the Mid-Range and Long-Range 2015 Championships using 215s. Improved by definition means made better, I took a great cartridge, and modified it to increase capacity, reduce pressure, and increase brass life. Norms F-Open rig features a McMillan Kestros ZR stock and Bartlein barrel chambered for the .284 Shehane, which has a bit more case capacity than a standard .284 Winchester. 284 Win on Quickload Just five years ago Forum member Henry Pasquet (aka HenryP) got started in 1000-yard benchrest shooting. He can also turn the necks to your specs (for an additional charge). F-Class Mid-Range matches usually are usually shot at 300, 500, or 600 yards or all three. Team members included: Doug Boyer, Josh Moore, Richard Nixon, John Roethlisberger, Coach Tom Majewski. Note how the vertical centerline of the stock is very close to the barrel. For those who do not have a dedicated barrel for fire-forming, this should help keep your round-count down. The 7 SAUM has a punch to it and I found myself having trouble finishing three relays without form problems in the last relay. And Darrells turn-around time is typically very fast. In Long-Range F-Open Class (out to 1000 yards), the big, high-BC bullets rule. And now, with the introduction of Reloder 17, the .284 Win is capable of driving 180gr VLDs at nearly 3000 fps, a speed that once demanded a short magnum (or bigger) case. CALIBER CHOICE: The Case for the .284 Win. The "old" 284 Winchester on the right is loaded to COAL of 2.8 inches. I quit cleaning every relay after reading Mr. Tierneys article, but I would still clean on Saturday night after I got home. Well done father and son! That takes time, costs money (in bullets and powder), and consumes precious barrel life. Record Fire The 6.5 caliber allowed for the use of long, aerodynamic bullets. This rest proves to be versatile in all my shooting Short- and Long-Range Benchrest AND F-Class. All this data was duplicated on several occasions. 0. Note the block fitted to the tubular fore-end so the rifle rides smooth and steady on the Rodzilla T-Rex joystick front rest. It features a Kelbly stock w/RAD system, Shilen 1:8-twist ratchet-rifled barrel with EC Tuner, and X-treme 2-stage trigger all mated up to a Kelbly Panda action. This was the first five rounds through it after I cleaned it after the last match. Ians father, Ken Klemm, finished third among High Masters, and also nailed the highest score among ALL shooters in the 1000-Yard F-TR team match. Henry: I cringe when I see people wearing out their barrels with bronze brushes between relays. Then the 180gr bullets are seated using a Redding Competition Seating Die. He decided to go with a Brux 1:8.5-twist, 4-groove cut-rifled barrel. We all know that conditions are not always moderate thats why something a little bit bigger will save you a Nine or two. Would love to read more about the Shehane, as apparently Sabatti has three factory rifles (Evo, TLD and STR Sport) to offer in this cartridge: https://www.sabatti.it/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Catalogo2020En.pdf. Trigger: I recommend and use Jewell triggers. I screw on the new barrel, fire 25 rounds of whatever I have left over and then clean it. Share the post "Hail the Champions: 2018 F-Class Nationals at Raton, NM", By Emil Kovan Bryan did all the stock work and fitted the action, rails, and RAD recoil pad. Jason Cohens We the People patriotic .284 Shehane F-Class rifle. With a 5-wide hammerhead front and a special 3-wide bag-rider plate in the rear, this 17-lb rig is ultra-stable in the bags, and tracks like a dream. _gaq.push(['_setDomainName', '.accurateshooter.com']); Share the post "Sunday GunDay: We the People .284 Shehane F-Open Rifle". In fact, Henry was eager to share everything he knows, so that other guys can fast-track their learning process. In fact, this impressive sub-quarter MOA group was shot while fire-forming with a very well-worn barrel! Second I visited his shop during the SWN in February and liked what I observed and how he approached things. The front rest is a SEB Max (see above). However, to truly compare the cost of shooting the two calibers you must figure in barrel life. The 7mm RSAUM is another outstanding long-range round. The variable power and unobstructed DD-1 reticle of the NF were deciding factors. In African Obeche wood (any color choice), the price is $795.00. Home. On Saturday my .284 was absolutely hammering, but Sunday I started noticing a hard bolt lift. I figured if I get it up to 2935-2950 fps that will be a point or two saved in a several day match. History [ edit] The parent case .284 Winchester was created around 1963, but did not see extensive commercial use. The first order of business was to get the action ordered, knowing how long it would take to get a BAT left bolt, right port action, plus scope rail, and trigger guard. Thanks Cody! A great barrel and great batch of Berger 180gr VLDs all made a difference. IMPORTANT TIP: After 3 firings I will uniform the primer pockets and anneal the case necks. I copied and analyzed many articles, especially on the .284 and the Dashers. Success: 2910 FPS with Ten-Shot ES of 7 and SD of 3 At the end he holds the Oehler Chrono up to the camera so you can view the readout yourself. If you want more than a standard 284 Win in a short-fat, move up to a 7mm WSM. MV is 2680 FPS. Thanks for reading and good luck Emil Kovan, Share the post "Best F-Class Cartridge Choices For Mid-Range and Long-Range". He is a great shooter and a great gun-builder as well. The extra boiler room is enough to drive the 180s at 2900-2950 fps with 30-32 barrels using H4831sc, Vihtavuori N560, or Alliant Reloder 16. He was 66 at the time. DJs Brass can process everything from .17 Fireball all the way up to the big magnum cases. However, by blowing the sidewalls out 0.010, the .284 Shehane picks up about 3.3 grains of extra case capacity. That would most definitely take a very stout charge in a magnum. Load Data. Darrell tells us: At DJs Brass, we can handle all your brass refurbishing needs. In a match with only two sighters, Ill make a wind call and try to hit the center with my first shot. Henry: I have followed the AccurateShooter Forum since 2008. I clean my barrels at the end of each day when I get home. The 284 Shehane is amazing, very forgiving and not temperamental. Neck turning a plus to .312 loaded neck - in any event pushed only to 2800 fps. It had 2000 as a straight .284 Win and then I set it back to .284 Shehane to form brass with. Aeon adds: The chamber was cut by Mark Chesesbro of Chesebro Rifles. Is the .284 Shehane Inherently Accurate? Grimstod currently runs 95gr Berger VLDs in Lapua brass. How does this improve rifle performance and how do you set the tune? Nobody I spoke with had ever experienced this problem until I spoke with a very knowledgeable F-Class shooter named Andy Amber. Im getting 2930-2950 fps with spreads in the 3-5 fps range. This blue marble-painted beauty features a BAT B action timed by Alex, fitted with Jewell trigger, and Borden trigger guard. Best powders in most barrels are Varget and H4350, I dont use double-based powders such as Reloder 17 and the Vihtavuori N500 series because of their unpredictable performance day to day (greater temp sensitivity). Forum Member Gunnermhr states: This is my new 12-lb Dasher for the 1000 Yard Benchrest silhouette matches. I was able to easily get 3200 fps with 105 hybrids and H4350. On the following Monday, we went back to the test bench and chrono. I sort my bullets to 0.005 overall length, rejecting about five percent. Sort By: Items Per Page: Item Total: (13) 0 - 13 6mm/284 Winchester Competition Seating Die 076-55414 | Redding $158.10 In Stock 6mm /284 Winchester Competition Bushing Neck Die Set 076-58414 | Redding $381.62 Dan says: The Anschutz provides good practice in trigger-pulling. I also sought barrel life that would be far superior to that of a 7mm WSM or 6.5-284. Given a 26-inch tube, this number easily launches moly-plated 142-grain Sierra MatchKings at 3,150 fps. A 22 Dasher can rival the ballistics of a 6mmBR out to 500+ yards, but with reduced recoil. Think how much range time (and barrel life) that saved me. I dont primarily shoot for groups. Q: During the Nationals, at the last minute you switched guns. If you look at that 5-round group you might think it was shot with a 6 PPC or maybe a 6mmBR. This has a McMillan Kestros ZR stock fitted with a RAD (spring-loaded buttpad) system with custom spring. The turn around time was very fast and the brass was to the exact specification I ask for. Explore. How did you manage to beat shooters who are decades younger? We mourn his passing.]. My target seating force on the K&M dial is 20-23 units for Dashers and 35-40 units for the .284 Shehane. Two 4 x 8 sheets of plywood hold four IBS targets. I have shot both, and prefer cut-rifled barrels. Neck Turning or trim-to-length Custom Order Service (Starting at $60.00/100 for standard cases and $75.00/100 for magnums) I do not clean until the match is over. What is not to love about the 284 Shehane? He tells us: In my humble opinion, the .284 Shehane is the best balanced long-range round there is bar none. It was all about bolt lift. If you were loading in a short action, maybe the 162 grain bullets would be the ones to go for. Typical load for a Shehane is around 57.0 grains of Hodgdon H4831 SC." By blowing the sidewalls out 0.010, the .284 Shehane picks up about 3.3 grains of extra case capacity. Powder Load Development - 284 Win vs Vihtavuori N165 - YouTube 0:00 / 15:59 Sign in to confirm your age This video may be inappropriate for some users. In features a super-low profile carbon composite stock. But the majority of Aggregates are probably still being won with 30-caliber bullets shot from some kind of magnum case. The K&M arbor with seating force gauge shows the need to do this. Tips for F-Class Competitors You dont want to chuck out brass that costs a buck a case (or more)! If I have switching conditions, I will remove all wind from the scope, slow down, use the flags and mirage, still holding off. Create False Shoulder for Fire-Forming (Call for Price). PLEASE CHECK YOUR BOLT DIAMETER BEFORE ORDERING. Note also the tuner on the barrel. Q: Henry, you have been a Forum member for many years. Using 24-inch pressure barrels, maximum velocities for the .284 Win. The parent case for this wildcat is the 284 Winchester. Typical load for a Shehane is around 57.0 grains of Hodgdon H4831 SC.". The 6.5X47 Lapua was designed for 300-meter competition, but as soon as it was released, it was adopted by F-Class, benchrest, and tactical shooters. I damaged an extractor and had to send the bolt back to BAT. You use less powder than the 7 mags, and have great accuracy and ballistics even while fire-forming. With the price of premium brass topping $1.00 per case for popular match cartridges, it makes sense to consider annealing your brass to extend its useful life. 284 Shehane - donuts - Reloading and tuning - Cortina Precision Forum About Us Home About Cortina Precision Become a member Cart Checkout Contact Us Dealers and Installers EC Tuner Home Forum Forum Account Login Merchandise My account Shop Thank You Tuner Installation $0.00 0 items Home / Forum Forums Unread Posts Recent Posts Member-Only Forums Our discussion will analyze cartridge selection based on the four different F-Class sub-disciplines: Open Mid-Range, Open Long-Range, F-TR Mid-Range, and F-TR Long Range. Scope: Duanes rifle was fitted with a Nightforce 15-55x52mm Competition scope with DDR-2 reticle. Its OK to be frugal, but sometimes cutting corners will cause you more problems and have you chasing your tail. We knew we wanted a Broughton 5C, but what twist rate? Its similar to a Tooley MBR with a few modifications. My version, the 284 KMR IMP, shares the .010 blown-out sidewalls of the .284 Shehane, but I have further increased the case capacity by changing the shoulder angle from 35 to 40 degrees. Ballards Purple Haze rifle features superb components, including a BAT MB action, Nightforce 12-42 BR Scope, and a wickedly accurate 32 Broughton barrel. Sent the pad to Gary Eliseo and he sent it back with the butt plate machined to fit. This We the People rifle will be one of my primary rifles for F-Open competition. 284 Winchester Load Data - (Archived) Just wondering if it is enough for 284W f class. Rifle SpecificationsAll the Hardware I had used the ball expander in the die to neck the cases up from 6.5 to 7mm. Others will tell you that the rifle must be on to win. Norm revealed his load in an Erik Cortina YouTube Video. The accompanying data was developed using Sierra bullets fired in a 26-inch Match Grade Machine test . One of the most popular features of our Shooters Forum is the ongoing Pride and Joy thread. The new Master Class Low Profile stock shares the same grip as the old model. My load with 180 bergers for my 284 shehane was 56.5g of 4831sc, but it started to show pressure after it had about 200 rounds through it, I backed it of to 56.0g with no problems. Since I have only reloaded for hunting or magazine fed rifles I was not familiar with proper seating to allow land engagement of the bullets for 1000-yard accuracy. Q: People want to know about your load and your loading methods. The paper tells the rest of the story. He tells us: In my humble opinion, the .284 Shehane is the best balanced long-range round there is bar none. I use a bore mop to clean inside the chamber, then some Break Free LP on the bolt followed by bolt grease on the lugs and cocking part. Thats way too hot. Owner Jason Cohen explained why he chose the .284 Shehane chambering: The .284 Shehane has a proven record of accomplishments and that is why I have chosen it. Heres another handsome .284 Shehane F-Open rifle. Along with these popular cartridge types, DJs Brass can hydro-form 6 PPC, 30 PPC, 6 BRA, 30 BR, .260 AI, .284 Shehane and other wildcats. For more info, visit DJsBrass.com or call Darrell Jones at 205-461-4680. But no, this was done with heavy 180gr Berger Hybrid bullets and the .284 Shehane, an improved version of the .284 Winchester. It offers great barrel life, it is super-easy to tune and its recoil is very manageable. To me, the 284/shehane is proven. All these components have been a successful combination that has worked flawlessly in my other rifle. Report by Emil Kovan March scopes are also very popular and very well-made. Henry: Youre never too old. I have shot this in 3x600 matches with good results. Here's the rifle . He said he had just the stock that I could use, and sent that to Bryan Blake at Blake Machine. Hydro-Forming News .284 Shehane, 6 PPC, 6 BRA, 6 Dasher and More For cost comparisons sake, lets use 1,200 rounds for the 6.5-284 and 3,000 rounds for the .284 Win. The 22 BR and 22 Dasher are capable of outstanding accuracy with a large variety of bullets and powders. var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; I push out to 600 yards and do a ladder test in round-robin format. Its amazing what you can learn from a rifle that is as sensitive as this one., This impressive rifle features an antique 1917 Enfield action chambered for the .338 Win Magnum cartridge. So I had the idea of painting the stock because there are so many wood stocks with clear coat these days. Powders include IMR, Hodgdon, Winchester I talked two stock makers into making them. Using a tuner is easier than messing around changing loads and tweaking seating depths. So what is ideal, and why? This state-of-the-art .284 Shehane F-Open rifle belongs to Forum member Willow. Ultrasonic Cleaning, Check Necks, and Annealing ($35.00/100 normal or $45.00/100 magnum) With the Right Bolt, Left Port action, I can shoot the entire match with minimal movement. At this point I began working with different primers, neck tension and seating depth. BC rules in the wind. What is not to love about the 284 Shehane? _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); In this section, Charles Ballard explains the basics of shooting an F-Class match, from the initial prep period to end of match. It still supported on a 3 forearm and is full length. I selected a Broughton 5C because, as my gunsmith says, They just shoot. Nov 21, 2022, 2:52 PM UTC homebrewery templates dr huber little girls orgasm videos erotic story about young best friends vista payroll login fanfiction harry potter renounces his parents Here is a striking camo-finished Elesio (Competition Machine) Tubegun chambered for 7mm SAUM. Ryan is using 54.0 grains simply as a fire-forming load. First thing I thought was, That would make a nice stock., Heres a modern, low-profile, short-range Benchrest rifle, finished proudly in bright red. ], Conclusion (and Other Options) F-Class shooter Erik Cortina notes that the .284 Shehane has a velocity edge over the straight .284 Win because it holds more powder: The Shehane has more capacity than the .284 Winchester. The weather was variable, with wet but very calm conditions to start the 1000-yard match, resulting in new F-TR and F-Open National Records being set for 20-shot strings.