RifleTom @ The Range!

[ESquared]

Some pics from Tom's outing yesterday. I'll let him fill in the story. Looks like 357 and 45 Colt Day!

[Rifletom]

Once I got set-up, I shot the .45 Colt[all paper targets] at 50 yards, factory sights. I'm pretty happy with that load for my plinking purposes. But, the BB brass in .357 stole the show. I was shooting at the far berm, about 90-100 yards back and hitting broken clay pigeon bits with ease. Those Missouri coated LRNFP 158's and 12.0gr 2400 were the ticket. Having the Weaver 1-3x20mm scope really helps tho. Which btw, is on sale at Natchez.com for $139.99. Can't beat that.
More range shooting next week. My 30-30 needs it! Thanks a ton Evan!

[RanchRoper]

Good to see you are out shooting, I really like the 200 gr LRNFP lead myself. Well done.

[North Country Gal]

Sounds like a lot of fun. Oh, yeah, I do understand about how even a low power scope can help when ranges start to get into that 100 yard category. Nice shooting.

[JEBar]

nice report ... no surprise at the performance of your 357 .... they really perform well

[Rifletom]

Thanks folks, it's appreciated. A couple things. RR, I'm leaning towards those 200gr RNFP also. A little less expensive and basically the same load. Not a big game hunter any longer, just a plinker, so, those will be my next purchase.
As to the scope, my aging eyes just about demand it, but, I'm trying to stay away from scoping my .45. We shall see.
As the .45 Colt is a lighter I MAY try the Weaver on it and put Skinners on the .357. One thing is certain, I really like my loads for these two rifles. More to come!

[Slugnut]

not too shabby, my friend !

[Rifletom]

A little late, sorry. Thanks all. The .357 mag load and my .45 Colt load of 8.0gr Unique/250gr LRNFP is pretty much all I've shot out of those rifles. The .357 is locked in. The .45, I think, may need a scope just to actually see my full target. Then, I may put improved peeps on it. Still pondering that one. More range time needed.

[RanchRoper]

I am growing quite fond of the 200 gr lead. Nice to shoot and still packs a punch on the receiving end.

[Rifletom]

Totally agree RR. Those are my next purchase. I can find those locally, so that sure makes it easier. Going to the range in a couple days.

[BigAl52]

I dunno Tom looks to me like that group at 50 with 8.5 grains in really good for iron sights. I dont see anything wrong with that group out of those old eyes. Ifin it was me Id call it done deal buy more bullets and use some of the scope money for a celebration drink. Just sayin

[Rifletom]

Hmm, "more bullets and a celebration drink". I like your thinking Al! Pretty much 50 yards would be all, maybe some 75 yard stuff. I believe you've said it right.

[markiver54]

Once I got set-up, I shot the .45 Colt[all paper targets] at 50 yards, factory sights. I'm pretty happy with that load for my plinking purposes. But, the BB brass in .357 stole the show. I was shooting at the far berm, about 90-100 yards back and hitting broken clay pigeon bits with ease. Those Missouri coated LRNFP 158's and 12.0gr 2400 were the ticket. Having the Weaver 1-3x20mm scope really helps tho. Which btw, is on sale at Natchez.com for $139.99. Can't beat that.
More range shooting next week. My 30-30 needs it! Thanks a ton Evan!

I too have the Weaver 1-3x20 on my BBS 357. Nice to know you like it, as I have not used mine much yet. BTW, that does sound like a good price for one! I paid in the vicinity of $160.00.

[Mags]

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Several online places say they have been discontinued. Those that have them list $189.99 (MSRP $290.95). You both did well.

... Having the Weaver 1-3x20mm scope really helps tho. Which btw, is on sale at Natchez.com for $139.99. Can't beat that.

... that does sound like a good price for one! I paid in the vicinity of $160.00.

[markiver54]

Thanks Mags!...makes me feel better!

[Rifletom]

I just looked at Natchez' site again. Still have 'em @ $139.99. Why, I may surprise myself for Father's Day!

[markiver54]

I just looked at Natchez' site again. Still have 'em @ $139.99. Why, I may surprise myself for Father's Day!

Hey! If Mags is right, I would go for it Tom!

[Rifletom]

If I do buy one of those Weaver's, it'll go on my Mod 94 30-30, which wears a very nice Weaver Classic K4. Wheels always turning here. Heck, I usually don't know what I'll wind up doing!