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Halfmilesniper
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เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 22 มิ.ย. 2007
Hey y'all, my name is Mike, AKA: Halfmilesniper. I'm a Jack of All Trades, Master of None and I hope to bring y'all along for the ride with me as I bumble my way through retirement.
A little about me, I retired in 2016 after more than 30 years in the US Border Patrol. I was a member of the Border Patrol Pistol Team and still shoot in pistol competitions. I addition to competitive pistol, I shoot long rifle for fun. and draw my user name from my longest shot (actually a tick over 5/8th of a mile).
Besides shooting I do a little work on guns and reload ammunition. Outside of the shooting world I cook and homebrew beer I also do some woodworking and carpentry. I even do automotive work and have dabbled in welding too. As I said, a Jack of All Trades.
Feel free to come along for the ride.
A little about me, I retired in 2016 after more than 30 years in the US Border Patrol. I was a member of the Border Patrol Pistol Team and still shoot in pistol competitions. I addition to competitive pistol, I shoot long rifle for fun. and draw my user name from my longest shot (actually a tick over 5/8th of a mile).
Besides shooting I do a little work on guns and reload ammunition. Outside of the shooting world I cook and homebrew beer I also do some woodworking and carpentry. I even do automotive work and have dabbled in welding too. As I said, a Jack of All Trades.
Feel free to come along for the ride.
Trying the Barnes 130 gr TSX in the 6.5 PRC from a clean bore
Today we will be Trying the Barnes 130 gr TSX in the 6.5 PRC from a clean bore to see if they shoot better from a bore that has been scrubbed clean. Many say you have to scrub the bore before shooting solid copper, let's see if it makes a difference in my 6.5 PRC.
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The American Derringer BTJ DA 38 Special
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The American Derringer BTJ DA 38 Special. A friend saw my High Standard 22 mag video and said he had one in .38 Special that I could video. I did a little research on his Derringer and it is indeed very similar to the High Standard but this one is the BTJ Double action Derringer. Halfmilesniper Merch can be found at: halfmilesniper.creator-spring.com/ Sunwayfoto Affiliate link: sunwayfoto.com/?...
Mail Call from viewer Mark P and elsewhere
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Today we have a Mail Call from viewer Mark P and elsewhere. Let's see what we received for the channel... Halfmilesniper Merch can be found at: halfmilesniper.creator-spring.com/ Sunwayfoto Affiliate link: sunwayfoto.com/?ref=xvydzjyn 5% discount link: sunwayfoto.com/discount/Halfmilesniper?ref=xvydzjyn Or just use code: Halfmilesniper
I went to check out a local PRS Match I might want to try this
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This weekend I went to check out a local PRS Match I might want to try this. I went to see how the matches are run, possible stages of fire and to talk with some of the shooters. I am thinking I might want to give this discipline a try. Halfmilesniper Merch can be found at: halfmilesniper.creator-spring.com/ Sunwayfoto Affiliate link: sunwayfoto.com/?ref=xvydzjyn 5% discount link: sunwayfoto.co...
Shooting the Ethical Hunter Challenge with @ErikCortina
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Halfmilesniper is Shooting the Ethical Hunter Challenge with Erik Cortina. On my way home from Mississippi I stopped by Erik Cortina's place and shot his Ethical Hunter Challenge. I'll just say it was challenging. Maybe it'll be an F Class Shooter versus a Pistol shooter...maybe??? Halfmilesniper Merch can be found at: halfmilesniper.creator-spring.com/ Sunwayfoto Affiliate link: sunwayfoto.com...
Let's build a revolver, the M60 Corsac
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Today on Halfmilesniper Let's build a revolver the M60 Corsac . Mini GP sent us two wooden puzzle rubber band guns, the is the second one. Let's watch the build. Halfmilesniper Merch can be found at: halfmilesniper.creator-spring.com/ Sunwayfoto Affiliate link: sunwayfoto.com/?ref=xvydzjyn 5% discount link: sunwayfoto.com/discount/Halfmilesniper?ref=xvydzjyn Or just use code: Halfmilesniper
How to set up the Aristocrat tri-set sight
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How to set up the Aristocrat tri-set sight Today Halfmilesniper is going to show you how to set up your Aristocrat Tri-set rear sight or sight rib. This will work for any style of Aristocrat tri-set, whether the read sight block on a two-piece system or a full sight rib. You may have a knob or a screw head to turn but the set up is teh same. Halfmilesniper Merch can be found at: halfmilesniper....
What does the 6.5 PRC bore look like at 640 rounds?
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What does the 6.5 PRC bore look like at 640 rounds? That is the burning question right now. Today we'll take a look down the bore and see just how much wear or erosion we have. Halfmilesniper Merch can be found at: halfmilesniper.creator-spring.com/ Sunwayfoto Affiliate link: sunwayfoto.com/?ref=xvydzjyn 5% discount link: sunwayfoto.com/discount/Halfmilesniper?ref=xvydzjyn Or just use code: Hal...
First test of the Berger 144 gr Hybrids in the 6.5 PRC
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Today we are making our first test of the Berger 144 gr Hybrids in the 6.5 PRC...how will they shoot? Halfmilesniper Merch can be found at: halfmilesniper.creator-spring.com/ Sunwayfoto Affiliate link: sunwayfoto.com/?ref=xvydzjyn 5% discount link: sunwayfoto.com/discount/Halfmilesniper?ref=xvydzjyn Or just use code: Halfmilesniper
Let's build the M870 Terminator by Robotime (long)
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Let's build the M870 Terminator by Robotime (long)
Taking a run at the buffalo with the 6.5 PRC
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Taking a run at the buffalo with the 6.5 PRC
Testing Hornady 153 gr A Tips in the 6.5 PRC
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Testing Hornady 153 gr A Tips in the 6.5 PRC
Sunwayfoto 4030CSi Carbon Fiber tripod @sunwayfotoofficial3467
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Sunwayfoto 4030CSi Carbon Fiber tripod @sunwayfotoofficial3467
Checking 600 yard zero on steel with the 6.5 PRC
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Checking 600 yard zero on steel with the 6.5 PRC
Finally testing out the new Lapua brass in the 6.5 PRC
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Finally testing out the new Lapua brass in the 6.5 PRC
The PFI MRD Red Dot on the XD9 Tactical
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The PFI MRD Red Dot on the XD9 Tactical
6.5 PRC zeroing for the suppressor and 200 yard drop
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6.5 PRC zeroing for the suppressor and 200 yard drop
Resetting zero at 7,000', I think this brass is at it's end
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Resetting zero at 7,000', I think this brass is at it's end
Finally playing with seating depth in the 6.5 PRC
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Finally playing with seating depth in the 6.5 PRC
Second test of Vhitavuori N565 in my 6 5 PRC
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Second test of Vhitavuori N565 in my 6 5 PRC
Shooting my first .30-40 Krag reloads
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Shooting my first .30-40 Krag reloads
The worst ammo I have ever shot, WOW!
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The worst ammo I have ever shot, WOW!
The High Standard DM101 Derringer in .22 Magnum
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The High Standard DM101 Derringer in .22 Magnum
Day 2 in the desert let's shoot the .308
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Day 2 in the desert let's shoot the .308
Did I mess up the zero stop again, let's find out
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Did I mess up the zero stop again, let's find out
6.5 PRC at 525+ rounds, how is the erosion now
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6.5 PRC at 525 rounds, how is the erosion now
Finally stretching out out the legs on my 6.5 PRC
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Finally stretching out out the legs on my 6.5 PRC
How many rounds on the barrel, and how does it group with other bullets? The numbers are great but the group😢
I think you made the right call. That poly fill bead probably work better on a horse gate type of situation. I think it would stay on better not drag itself off. Let me know
After using UT on the table a few times now I think the poly fill was a good choice. It does retain shape well without excess weight. I do still need to try it from a rail or wall or other obstacle.
Who you steal that Larue shirt from? haha jk, came by to subscribe and check you out
LOL, I "steal" one pretty much every time I buy something from LaRue...I love my MBTs and my QD scope mounts. Plus, my best shooting AR I built with a LaRue barrel. Thanks for checking me out, good to see you here!
I find they like a fouled barrel like anything else, but a fouled barrel from their own kind :)
Try 56.6 gr h4831
I stopped short of the with both H4831 and H4831SC...more work to do. Thanks!
I broke out my 6.5 PRC yesterday. I might be a 6.8 Western guy, but 6.5 PRC is right up there. New video up. Keep it coming!
Nice!! I'll have to check it out...thanks for watching!
Hmmm..... ? It can get frustrating, but it is trigger time and that is nearly always a good thing.
Definitely can't complain about getting trigger time...even bad trigger time is great.
I told you my friend. It wasn’t you. Hammers👏👏👏
I looked at them last night JC...will be ordering a sample pack for giggles
Hmm... Glad I'm not the only one that doesn't see a difference with a clean barrel.
It was opined that the clean bore shots didn't do well because I hadn't fouled the barrel...but then it wouldn't be a clean bore shot, would it?
Lot of people cry when I show up with my 6.5 PRC it's a little on the loud side with my big muzzle brake
LOL...I wonder if that is why the guys there were telling me the 6.5 PRC was too much recoil for this game, lol.
@Halfmilesniper it's harder to stay on target with the PRC over my 6 GT but it fights the wind and for the long shots. I'm new to the PRS game so I built my own range to practice on. I'm in Montana
@@DougJohnson-g5f Nice...I was shooting long today...1400+, stout roiling winds. Got lucky on a hit. 1296 was easy peasy but 1400 was tough in the wind. I'll mostly like build 6 Creed to stay out of the open class if I shoot any PRS.
Yeah same boat, I tried the 130’s in my seekins and it didn’t like it very well. However it really shot well with any powder load with the 147gr ELD-M. Nearly same velocities too, which I thought was weird but gonna stick with the 147’s for a while. Cheers.
That's what mine likes too. I do want to try the 145 BT hollow points.
I will be trying some 127 LRX copper bullets soon. For lead core, I am finding the 144 gr Berger Hybrids to be good shooting.
@ I’ll have to give those a shot. The Berger 140 VLD did well also. That’s it, ordering them today.
If you have to ask "was that 2nd shot me?", it wasn't you. A shot that bad - you would KNOW it was you.
I agree Sir...but that rhetoric question just begs to be asked when on camera, lol
Hi ! My Tikka 6.5 prc 24" barrel likes143gr Berger bullets,H1000 at 3028 f/s at 200m 0.75.MOA. Keep up the excellent work. Greetings from South Africa. 🇿🇦👌👍
I found mine is liking the 144 gr Berger Hybrid and StaBall HD. Thanks for the info on H1000 and the 143 grainers...I'll have to put that in the memory banks.
In my .270 Win 😅 started at .050” off the lands and went to .110” off before getting my best groups with the Barnes 110 gr TTSX. It seems to me you left a lot of powder space( and velocity) with that powder. I look for close to 100% case fill for best accuracy. Ive only tried the 140 gr ELDM in my 6.5 PRC with H1000, always sub moa. Haven’t tried the Barnes yet. I really like Barnes performance on game.
I'm still trying to find the load...I'm pretty far off the lands now, but I need to bump the charge up. With copper 130 gr I should be seeing closer to 3000 FPS. I have ordered some 127 LRX and I am looking at the Hammer bullets.
I shoot Barnes ttsx and lrx exclusively in all my hunting guns. I've always found the best accuracy at close to maximum charges, and coal listed in Barnes' data. The clean bore thing has never been an issue for me. I have yet to find a rifle that wouldn't shoot sub-moa with the right powder and charge. My 6.5 loves the 127 lrx, and will put 3 into 1/2" at 100. It seems that rifle doesnt love that particular bullet, but you do seem to be towards the low end of velocity for the PRC. I'd try a heavier powder charge and maybe give the 127 lrx or the 120 ttsx a try.
I ordered some 127 LRX last night. I am still early in developing the copper load. Higher charges will be coming...that's why the velocity seems low for a PRC.
@Halfmilesniper Right on man, I was literally in disbelief watching that rifle print such big groups with the ttsx. I've had several different Barnes factory ammo shoot well under an inch. Their factory ammo is usually on the hot end of velocity in a given caliber, which leads me to believe that their people have found the same thing I have about them shooting best at high velocity with a good bit of jump. That 127 lrx is extremely lethal on game as well.
@@robertmajors1737 Can't wait for them to arrive so I can put some together.
👍👍great job as always Halfmile, appreciate your content.
Glad you enjoy it! Thanks for watching!
I think it’s the bullets my friend
I am kind of thinking the same...that is why I ordered some LRX and have been looking at thge Hammer bullets too.
I missed last night buddy
Not a problem Randle, hope you and the Missus are feeling better.
Hornady brass is always inconsistent in my experience.
Try running the bag on the bag rider, might see more stability. Also.... If you do try prs, you're probably going to need to work on not sky loading.
Have you adjusted the seating depth?
Not yet I haven't. These are seated pretty deep though..some say the copper needs/like some jump. I will have to play with it for sure but I also have some LRX on order and will probably get some Hammer bullets too.
@ usually the copper bullets will have a narrow node. I was shooting some earlier this year with terrible accuracy. I decided to do a depth test like I’d do for my fclass rifle and poof, I’m getting 1/2 MOA at 100.
I think enough people have proven that clean barrels and copper after lead core bullets statistically shoot better. Besides a clean barrel is a controlled metric. Soooo, what you didn’t show us in this video is load development. You didn’t show us if you fired a few fouling shots. So tell us, did you just load those six bullets and shoot only those on a clean barrel? If so, do a ladder test of five each and see if we find a node that projectile likes. We know that rifle will shoot. We know Berger and Lapua will. I enjoy videos like this. I’m no expert, I just dabble at it. But I watch as much of F Class John, Erik Cortina, Primal Rights, Ultimate Reloder, WhoTeeWhoo, X-Ring, yourself and others as much as I can. I have a job that affords me time for such, even though it’s a physically brutal job. I do have some experience too though. My 28 Nosler has rang the steel at one mile on big target and MOA at The Clinton House Plantation. It’s also hit at 1.25 miles there as well, but I just got close to the MOA a few times from there. Also my 6.5 Creedmoor has hit both at one mile there. I love this stuff, just wish I got to do it more often.
In all my rifles copper has been hit or miss whether factory of handload. With that said, I have to use copper to hunt in this state so I want to find a load that works. I did not do any fouling shot, you are correct on that...I shot them from a clean bore. As far as load testing, I looked back at the better shooting copper load (still an inch plus) and tried the next .5 gr up for this test...very abbreviated. Sometimes those shortcuts work out and often they don't. I have some LRX on order now because maybe the TSX isn't what I need. We'll see because I want to zero in on a good copper load. I really want to stretch to 1760 yards with this rifle...one of these days...
Seems pretty weak for 6.5 PRC. I can get over 2900 fps in my 6.5 creedmoor and 6.5x55 with 127 LRX and 130 CX
This H4831SC caught me off guard, I was expecting 2900, maybe a tick higher since H4831 at .5 gr lower gave me almost 2900. I have some LRX bullets on order now.
Thank you for sharing you video I really appreciate the time you put into making and sharing. Keep up the good work
Thanks, and thanks for watching. I appreciate that you do. We'll have some more 144 gr Berger video coming soon too.
I saw someone shoot barnes matchburners and he had similar results to you. I don't think I'll waste money on more expensive barnes bullets. Thanks for measuring the trigger pull for the howa
I said this several times since shooting that last batch...how can a rifle that shoots .5 inch groups regularly start slinging rounds this wild? Not to spoil anything but there are more .5 inch group coming and they aren't copper, lol. Glad to have measured the trigger pull...It truly was heavier than I expected.
Thats odd
I know, right?
I shoot alot of copper bullets in various different rifles and they like lot of jump. 80 thou off the lands is a good place to start. Just my 2 cents. Like watching your channel and appreciate you sharing all of your work with us viewers
These copper bullets are seated farther off the lands than the ELDs and Bergers are. I'll have to measure to see how far next time (if I do more) I make a batch. I think I am pretty close to 80...maybe.
i dont think it likes that combo
Me either...I'm thinking the rifle doesn't like these bullets, period. I just ordered some LRX and I am currently looking at the Hammer bullets....sooo pretty.
dang missed it. gotta watch it now. hows the expensive solus build coming? take us along! decide on cal yet?
I hopefully pick up the action tomorrow. I haven't decided the caliber yet, but whichever I choose I will be bringing y'all along for the build... I might have to break the build up so it's like one piece per video to avoid getting in YT trouble, lol.
Sorry I missed the premiere.
That's cool William...good thing the rerun is available whenever you are, lol. I appreciate you watching.
I guess that is a 2 yard line gun. Up close and personal. Thanks for sharing.
This little derringer is definitely an across the table gun, lol. Thanks Cervus, off to watch you dad's guns now.
But you did prove that the copper projectiles hit the target before the table wobbled 😂. With 130gr I thought fps would be over 2,900. Never know until you try. Appreciate your time & good camera setup. 👍🙏🎯🇺🇸
LOL Bill...even the copper were at the target before recoil moved the table, lol. I expected over 2900 as well since the regular H4831 was at 2850...surprised that the SC version ran slower. I think the piece I am missing, or haven't quite dialed in yet on the GoPro spotting scope set up is I need to get is close on focus then zoom in the GoPro. We'll see how that works soon enough.
Cool stuff i miss my guns they are in safe place while im homeless I can't wait to be housed outside of sober living its the step after rehab
I missed grn weight, too light ?
These were the 130 gr Barnes TSX...someone suggested Hammer bullets and someone else suggested the Barnes LRX...I'll look around for some.
👍Thanks Halfmilesniper !
I appreciate it Mike, thanks for watching.
You will figure it out Halfmile I'm sure of that.
It's just frustrating that this rifle, which can shoot sub .5 inch groups throws such large groups with copper. I'll keep trying though...you never know, this may be one that just won't work with copper.
Glad to see you do this…. My experience is copper shoots best if bore has been cleaned thoroughly after shooting lead. TY Ron Spomer. And I agree about Hammer bullets- they are AWESOME. Cya tonight
Of course there are some that differ from my experience/opinion… ie- ReloadingWeatherby! 🤷🏽♂️
You would have a better outcome with hammer bullets. 🤝🤝🤝
I'll have to see if I can get any of the Hammer bullets locally...I will just say I am less than pleased with the Barnes in the 6.5 PRC.
I have to order thru their web site. There is also a community of reloders with sharing there workups also a list of load data from Steve the owner. Very likable fella always there to help
@@JCJustice-kv2gy I have to look into that...not to spoil anything but the rifle and copper are.... we'll see, lol
Does it fly off when you shoot it with rifle? Feel like the magnets 🧲 would let go from vibration
Good question, have not put it to practical application yet. Hoping to field test this week out to 1000 yards or longer.
@Halfmilesniper be interested to see how it goes love the idea
@@wvsasquatch1189 the idea came to me when I was getting coffee, lol...so I swung by Home Depot and snagged a few magnets. What does it hurt to try? Hoping it works well, not sure it'll work for close range steel but long range it should...in theory
Hit it hard with a heavy hammer. I wonder if it stays cause the kinetic energy from a bullet vs tapping are majorly different. But I like where you’re headed at.
I did try whacking it with a hammer, got the same results...for the video I chose to use the point of a long heavy punch to localize the impact...just to see if they'll trigger the lights. Hoping to field test this week.
if you cant hear that ping you didnt hit it. tf kind of shit is this?
Doesn't look very intense you sure it'll break a dead bolt
LOL...I'll have to "borrow" a couple flash bangs from SWAT and compare, lol
"Come and take it" on the hat like an idiot 😂
OK...its an open invite, lol, not gonna get much notce in my driveway. Forgot to add: It is just a rework of the Gonzalez Flag. Same flag is on my truck...it means something.
The .41 magnum is the forgotten magnum , but I feel like it the best magnum😊 I believe the accuracy is better than the 44 with the right loads. I found 41 very accurate.😊
Totally agree. I stumbled into the .41 Magnum because Dirty Harry made the Model 29s disappear, lol. Decided I much prefer the .41 Mag.
Pretty slick indeed 👍
Hoping we can try it out for real this week.
Why do you need lights if you're shooting Steel
Well, sometimes the steel is a long ways away and maybe the wind is blowing hard enough you can't hear the ding or the wind is making the target swing...who is to say the movement is the wind or a hit? Lights tell the story...no flashy lights no hit
Mustache care vid...when? Sons of bald-faced fathers are inquiring
What yall got on the end of your barrel?
The device is the ThunderBeast 2 port brake that works with my suppressor.
tape some clear plastic (like milk jug) so the only thing sticking out is the plastic not your brand new toy.
The device has to hang over about a 1/4 inch so the LED lights can be seen, covering with the milk jug might transmit the light but may not. I'll have to try a piece to see if the lights are visible.
@@Halfmilesniper heat a piece with a torch till it's clear, you could even form it into a light pipe
@@TheSirrandal I can experiment with that...
Each barrel had a different POI. Granted, it's supposed to be an "up close and I may get hurt anyway" gun, but those hits were off on too many levels.....nah, it wasn't the shooter.😆
LOL, before I tested to see if the barrels were hitting weird I was beginning to wonder if I was really having that bad of a day. You know, some days it just doesn't come together. Seeing thelower barrel put 3 rounds where I was aiming sure made me feel better, lol.