3rd time not the charm

[Maven]

"I know the rifle is willing to do better, I feel awkward at the bench, have not figured out what I'm doing but nothing feels smooth."

Sean, That may be part of the problem (Don't ask!). Also, for range work, I think I'd try a different patch lube mixture, e.g., just enough Murphy's + water to make it slippery. If you've got Ballistol and can tolerate its odor, 1 part Ballistol : 6 (or 7) parts water works wonderfully. For hunting, especially in colder weather, try brewing a batch of Stumpy's "Moose Snot."

Btw, if your rifle doesn't group more tightly with the .530" balls, you may want to experiment with .535" dis. RB's and maybe a .018" (compressed) patch.

Hope this helps!

 

[Thing]

My 54 cal Virginia rifle will not shoot 530 balls accurately. 535 ball and 85 to 90 grains of 3f and it becomes extremly accurate 1 ragged hole at 50 yards off the bench. I would deffinetely try the 535 ball. Also it seems as the 54 cal likes the heavier chages of 85 , 90 grain and up. At least im my (2) 54 cal rifles.

 

[longcruise]

Well, Sean, I think you should tell Herb you want to swap him for the rifle that be actually shot the sample targets with!!!

 

[Sean Gadhar]

:nono: except I shot better groups with it while at his house.

:idunno: I'll figure it out, I just keep updating in hopes someone will point out something I am missing.

If you go to my 1st photos I was just staying on an 8"x 11" with 3 shots at 50 yards

Now I can cover 5 shots at 50 yards with a dollar bill, I'm headed in the right direction, just not there yet.

 

[longcruise]

I'm sure you will get there. I'd go with a .535 ball and a patch as tight as possible while still practical for field use.

OTOH, you could just not bother in case your hunt might be like mine last week. All catch and release!

you gonna use that gun at Bord Gulch?

 

[Sean Gadhar]

you gonna use that gun at Bord Gulch?

:thumbsup: yep