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The Long Gun Project
Australia
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 8 มี.ค. 2019
The Long Gun Project is a channel that focuses on long range shooting in all its various forms; whether it be PRS, varminting, extreme long range, sniping, long range hunting or plinking. If you love your long guns and love long range, then this is the channel for you.
Stretching out the 22LR on the rabbits.
On this episode we go through the process needed to be able to stretch out the range of the 22LR using long range shooting principles. We look at rifle setup and ammunition and the steps needed to be able to extend the range of your 22LR; then we put it all to the test on some rabbits.
We get a little bit nerdy as we discuss the science of using subsonic ammunition vs high velocity ammunition for shooting a 22LR extended distances.
We get a little bit nerdy as we discuss the science of using subsonic ammunition vs high velocity ammunition for shooting a 22LR extended distances.
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Tikka T3 Varmint Hunter 22-250 and Burris Fullfield review - Ep 19
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(WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT) In this video we get our hands on the Tikka T3x Varmint Hunter in 22-250 and the Burris Fullfield E1 6.5-20x50 riflescope. We look at the main features of the rifle and out it through its paces with a bit of testing and some afternoon varminting on rabbits. We look at the features and characteristics of the rifle as well as the Burris Fullfield E1 scope with its MV re...
Is your ammo letting you down? - Ep 18
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Is your ammunition letting you down? We explore muzzle velocity consistency in this episode; specifically how it relates to hit percentages at longer ranges. References: Applied Ballistics Modern Advancements in Long Range Shooting Vol 2. RB. NOTE: The discussion in this video is for information only and is based on the assumption that the shooter possesses sound fundamental marksmanship skills...
Deer Hunting - Ep 17
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Deer Hunting in NSW. In this episode we take the 308's and head for the hills in pursuit of fallow deer.
300 Norma Mag Tech Specs - Ep 16
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In this short episode we dive into the technical specifications of my new 300 Norma Magnum and the ammunition I've loaded.
My 300 Norma Magnum - Ep 15
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In this episode we take a look at the 300 Norma Magnum and it ballistic characteristics, before taking to the field and setting a personal best record of 2km. practicalriflesolutions
Measuring Precision: Extreme Spread is Dead! - Ep 14
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The episode is all about using a better tool to measure the precision of your rifle system. A HUGE thanks to RB for all his help and wisdom; and for encouraging me to put this video together to help others.
Sako TRG M10, Steiner IFS Scope and Steiner LRF Binos - Ep 13
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Brought to you by Beretta Defence Technologies: In this special episode we get a close look at an impressive long range rifle system comprising the Sako TRG M10, Steiner IFS 4-28x56mm Tremor 3 riflescope and Steiner 1535 Laser Rangefinder binoculars. We also get the chance to test it and see what it can do.
Helicopter Shooting Training - Ep 12
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In this episode we travel to Queensland to do helicopter shooting with Impact Firearms Training. www.impactfirearmstraining.com.au Some faces in this video have been blurred for privacy reasons.
How To: Applied Ballistics Mobile App - Ep 11
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HOW TO: In this episode we do a full run through of how to use the Applied Ballistics Mobile App on your phone! Includes: Settings and preferences Gun and Ammunition profiles Tall Target Test Data Trueing
Inside Lithgow Arms - Ep 10
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In this episode we get to take a look inside the famous Lithgow Arms factory to see what makes their sporting rifles so incredibly accurate. We get to meet the men and women who design, manufacture and test these world class firearms. NOTE: Apologies for some wind effected audio.
6.5 Creedmoor Super Test - Ep 9
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In this episode we test 3 different 6.5 Creedmoor rifles, from 3 different manufacturers, with 3 different price tags to see what you get for your money. The results might surprise you!
Australian made AR - Ep 8
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In this episode we get up close and personal with Australian Made ARs from Wedgetail Industries; topped with some fantastic Kahles optics. If rugged, reliable, fast, and accurate is on your list of requirements for a work rifle then Wedgetail Industries has what you need. www.wedgetailindustries.com Also a big Shout Out to Ironside Coffee Co. Another fantastic Australian Veteran owned and opera...
Long range shooting training with Orange Accuracy - Ep 7
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www.orangeaccuracy.com In this episode we spend some time Jay from Orange Accuracy and get a closer look at his Long Range Shooting course. If you are new to shooting, want to get into long range shooting or want to get more out of your long range shooting then one of Jay's courses is exactly what you need!
300 Win Mag was a bad choice for PRS! - Ep 3.7
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300 Win Mag was a bad choice for PRS! - Ep 3.7
Whats up with my 6.5 Creedmoor? - Ep 3.5
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Whats up with my 6.5 Creedmoor? - Ep 3.5
375 Cheytac load testing with a twist - Ep 3
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375 Cheytac load testing with a twist - Ep 3
A broken clock is right twice a day! I like his proverb and will be using it from now on :)
Great trip with some mates, shame about the pigs. Hope you've had better luck since.
Good on ya, Ben.
I have a LA105 in 6,5CM , after approximately 500rounds I had a few issues, the action front bedding screw came loose and only had 3 threads purchasing into the action. The rear bedding screw goes into a dovetailed nut in the rear action tang, this was also loose allowing the action to move side to side whilst firing causing split groups. As I am a fitter machinist I have the skillset to remedy this, but why isn't it built better in the first place! Also the locking lugs had to be deburred and trued! Shoots fine now. 10mm groups with reloads.
Remanufactured Lithgow no1 mk3 & or mk3* rifles would sell more then any of these modern rifles . Parts kits for existing rifles & accessories are another avenue. Hunting & patrol type rifles or any modular configuration is possible on that platform. Wrist adapter for AR buffer tubes / stocks & pistol grips . The sky’s the limit with options to the forend . Dream it build it . The Indian ishapore no1 mk3* rifles were made with a better steel & heat treatment ( back in the 1960’s ) & chambered in 7.62 nato . As if stronger one’s couldn’t be made today & chambered in 223 , 6.5 creedmoor, 308 or some of the short magnums . With mim & investment casting techniques, polymer stocks , laminated & carbon fibre stocks there’s a rifle for almost everyone. The ELR market is relatively small A no1 mk6 1/1 is just about perfect for most hunting scenarios, it crosses over the Jungle Carbine , patrol rifle , hunting rifle, service match rifle roll perfectly. Rear mounted flip up peep sight , charger / stripper clip fed , 10 rnd mag , red dot or forward mounted scout scope . Or over the action scope if preferred. Just my opinion. Probably everyone I know would buy at least one !
I think the 102 did a very admirable job considering both chassis rifles were fitted with brakes and shot off an Atlas. Nice work Lithgow 👍
I would say this is more of a Armalite AR-18 that a AR-15. It looks very similiar to a BRN-180, which was built off the AR-18 design. :)
It's good to see that we are making them here. I think we need to change those gun laws of ours as well...
Every day a new adventure. Reloading for about 12 months, I’m a novice, but continue to up my reloading game. However, consistency continues to elude me. To limit environmental effects, most of my testing is 100 y. indoor. I use the same lot of bullets, brass (where I can), primers & powder. Dies are from RCBS to Redding, Forster and even Micron. While I don’t sort bullets (yet) or use an arbor press, I try to make upgrades that give me the most return for the time and money. I’ve even tried turning necks where I cannot find premium brass. I reweigh every hand load for consistency. Each additional investment adds very little if any reduction in ES or SD. Some days the SD is single digit the next it’s 17 to 27!? Lately I’ve pulled the trigger (pun) on an AutoTrickler v4 to step up my charging . Shooting/reloading 204 (Cooper), 243 (Custom), 6.5 CM (Ruger RPR) and 7 PRC (Custom), my hand loads present tighter groups than factory, but factory SD are almost always much lower. That said, any thoughts on what I’m missing….. skill set, technique, equipment???? Thanks.
G’day @jwschroeder804, thanks for watching the video and the comment. It seems to me you’re doing everything right with your reloading. I think your inconsistency is NOT a result of a bad process. It sounds like you have a good handle on reloading even as a novice. I’m like you in that I only spend money on reloading gear which will give me the best value for money and bang for buck (so to speak). I used an RCBS ram style press and RCBS or Forster dies as well. I don’t sort my cases or bullets by weight either. I shoot long range and extreme long range but I don’t go to the extremes of sorting components. I still manage to get low SD’s through the process I use so I think there is a few things to check which may help you get those lower SD’s that will decrease you shot dispersion at longer ranges. The first thing to check is what is referred to as shoulder bump. This is the amount you push the shoulder of your case back when you resize it. The easy way to know if you are bumping the shoulder back too much is that you’ll see powder burn marks down onto the shoulder of your fired case. This indicates too much resizing and that can show up as large SD’s. I use a cheap Hornady set of calibers and a set of shoulder bump gauges to check this. First measure your fired case, then resize it and check it again. The difference should be measurable in thousandths of an inch. I bump the shoulders of my cases around 0.003”-0.005” of an inch. It’s very small but this should chamber easily but not allow for a big change when you fire and help with consistency. The other thing I’d look at is how many times the cases have been fired and potentially have the case annealed. I use Lapua brass in my 300 Norma and the brass was very stiff straight out of the box. My SD’s were huge (25fps +). I then annealed the cases with my old school flame annealer and it instantly changed the consistency of the load. Single digit SD’s that let me shoot predictably well out past a mile. You don’t need to anneal cases after every firing so if you have a buddy or a gun store that can anneal the cases for you that will alleviate the need to go buy one. I hope this helps and you can find the consistency you’re looking for to get out and start stretching those rifles out to longer ranges. Thanks again and I hope you find the other videos on the channel enjoyable 👍🏼
@@TheLongGunProject Thanks for taking the time to elaborate. I did forget to mention that I started annealing every cycle and bump the shoulder 0.002” +/- 0.0005”, or use the Redding Competition shell holder for 6.5mm and 7mm (0.004”).
So should the smallest groups always have the lowest velocity SD?? Mine typically do not. Would you choose charge and seating results based on SD alone?
G’day @jwschroeder804, thanks for watching the video and for the comment. In the video at 14.30 I cover the point you raise. The point make is correct; SD’s don’t equate to the smallest groups at 100yds or meters. I don’t choose charge or seating depth based on SD’s alone. I look for both precision and consistency for my long range and extreme long range loads. I cover these elements in more detail in episode 18 on my channel if you feel like checking that out. Thanks for watching and commenting and I hope you enjoy the other videos on this channel 👍🏼
@@TheLongGunProject I’ll review that portion. I’ve been stuck on that point because most of my shooting to date has been short range. Thanks.
Very sharp ,really nice looking setup 👌 congrats on the setup
I keep watching videos talking about 'Mean Radius' but nobody explains how to measure it.
G’day RTmadnesstoo, thanks for watching the video. The easiest way to measure Mean Radius is to use an app on your smart phone that lets you tack a photo of your group, plot the impacts or holes and it works it out for you. I use the app called SubMOA which I mention in the video. It’s pretty intuitive and gives you a Mean Radius measurement every time. I hope you enjoy the other videos on the channel! 👍🏼
@@TheLongGunProject Yes, I've been looking through your other video and I find them both educational and entertaining. Thanks. I understand there's an app that's relatively easy to use but I want to understand the mechanics of how it's calculated so I can understand why it's significantly better. It would help me with the 'Big Picture'.
What’s next
@Whiskey.alpha_ the next step is to see how far past 2km I can take it on video. I hope you enjoy the other videos on the channel 👍🏼
Tikka is pronounced "Tea-ka", not "Ticker". Other than that, good review.
I don’t even have a 375 Cheytac ( yet ) but subscribed purely because your editing kills me!
@tremkoalaska5543 thanks for watching and for the sub! I hope you enjoy the other videos on the channel 🤙
Im busy buying this exact setup :)
WT-25, I stupidly bought two of them. Now I know where the 25 comes from. You only spend 25 percent of the time shooting them, the rest of the time you spend sorting out stoppages. Don’t waste your $
This ought to be a series, love people stretching the distance on 22 lr
Good video! It's great to see a little bit of statistical reality in the shooting world for a change :). One issue to consider: you say at 9:58 that mean radius does not need to be scaled like ES does. No disrespect intended to Mr Litz, but this is incorrect. The MR of any given group of size n will always underestimate the "true" mean radius of the underlying distribution -- this is due to the fact that the MR of the individual groups are calculated from the center of the group, not the true center of the distribution (which will always be further from the observed points of impact than the center of the observed group). In other words, the mean radius of an n-shot group is a biased estimate of the mean radius of the underlying distribution. And just like the ES, the bias gets smaller as n gets larger. I'm also skeptical of the idea that you can simply multiply MR by 2.1 to get the 95% probability area. It's been well-established in statistical theory that you can multiply the Circular Error Probable of the underlying distribution by 2.1 to get the 95% confidence area. But 1) the CEP is not the same as the MR and, 2) more importantly, we don't know the CEP of the underlying distribution. All we know is that the MR of a given group underestimates the true MR. That gripe notwithstanding, the method that you lay out is WAY more reliable than the common ES methods. Thanks!
I'm in st Martin a island in the Caribbean
I have a tikka t3x super varmint 223 it shoots norma bullets extra good (5 shots in one hold at 60 metters ) try normain your gun
Sorry norma ammunition
Good stuff! The visual explanation of the 2 shooters and their subsequent shots made the concept click into place for me.
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What a good review. I'm glad I saw it because I was just about to buy a Howa 22-250 Varmint but after seeing another review on here I wasn't happy with the accuracy. I ended up copying you exactly with the stock, barrel, twist and scope. I didn't worry about the bipod because I only shoot off the back verandah, I set up a Caldwell rest on the back table to occasionally shoot a hare or rabbit just over 200 metres away. They tend to pop up on the edge of a dam and fence line own there. I live just out of Gloucester in NSW. I couldn't be bothered walking or driving around looking for game these days. I sighted it in to hit dead on at 100 metres and I find that if I hold on the upper centre of a varmint at 200 metres the bullet doesn't seem to drop at all. I never take the scope off 15 power. I would't mind getting a bit more technical with the scope so I might go on the Burris website one day like you suggested. Thanks for a great review.
Can i export data from this app (range card) to exel? I have kestrel but I need to print this data and use fully analog :)
To be honest that is something that I haven’t tried. I believe it is possible if you have a AB Kestrel connect program on a computer and you program in the details and atmosphere is. But I’ll need to see if it can be done from the app on the phone.
I hate you!!! JUST A JOKE! lmao After watching this it makes me even question building a 300 prc. My objective is long range as well and 300 norma mag just seems to have better numbers. So thanks for this! I mean I can have both just a simple barrel swap but better to have 300 norma mag for numbers but also because I'm prior service US Army and they're adopting this round as well.
HA! Sorry for making you question your previous choice mate! The 300 Norma is a great cartridge and it doesn’t work hard to push heavy projectiles. I have a video which goes over the specs of the rifle and also the details of the handload which might be handy if you decide to rechamber your rifle. I hope you enjoy the other videos on the channel. It’s always nice to hear from another veteran 🇦🇺 👍
4 impacts at 2k. Out of how many shots tried? Great shooting at any rate!
Nice set up & good shooting...but I think you failed in your objective here. You selected .300 NM on the basis of a calculated hit rate of 29.7% on a torso target at 2k- compared to a 21.4% hit rate using .338 LM. Did you achieve it, matching theoretical to practical outcomes?
Thanks Peter. You raise a good point regarding whether I was able to match the theoretical hit percentage with practical outcomes. On reflection I’d have to say I didn’t. I think I would need to revisit the challenge and fire a lot more rounds to be able to draw better data from it to extrapolate out to see if it reflects the predicted hit percentage. A larger sample size is needed. I do believe you’ve given me the subject of another video! Thank you! I hope you enjoy the other videos on the channel as well 👍
Farmers should be able to own this.
All peaceable Australians should be able to own them again.
@@Renenko It's not the gun that kills, it's the person behind it. These are merely tools and how it is used is determined by the person holding it. It's a shame psychotic people ruined it for us.
Loved the video. Subscribed.
Great video thanks Can this mobile app link with Vortex Fury?
Get rid of the music
Horrible music!
Here in Canada and the US, ES-extreme spread is calculated using a chronograph. Taking the fastest speed of your five, ten shots and subtract the slowest speed of the same five or ten shot groups. The best I can get so far is 20 fps between five shots.
@staffordshires2, I think you may have the subject of this video confused, or may not have watched the entire video. This video is about measuring the precision of your weapon system (group size), and using better tools to measure that precision like Mean Radius, instead of using the extreme spread of the group (group diameter). I do have another video on the channel which deals with ammunition and velocities in more detail which you might find interesting. It’s Episode 18 called “Is your ammo letting you down?”. This video does deal with Standard Deviation and Extreme Spread of velocities in the context you are referring to. Thanks for watching and I hope you enjoy the other videos on this channel 🇦🇺👍🏼
This video settles it. My next rifle caliber will be .300 Norma magnum, not .338 Lapua magnum. And the company to buy from will most likely be Accuracy International.
AI do make an excellent product and a mate of mine has his AI in 300 Normal and its exceptionally accurate. The load data for the load I used in in the video that follows this one on my channel. I hope it’s helpful. Thanks for watching 🇦🇺👍
The sound barrier causing 22 bullets to lose stability and accuracy is a myth, there's a video of a guy who shot groups with sk high velocity match ammo along side groups with sk rifles match ( subsonic velocity ammo) at 50 yards then again and 100 yards and the groups didn't change much matter of fact at 100 yards the high velocity ammo had better groups at a 100 even though the sk rifle match subsonic ammo had slightly better groups at 50, so yeah it's a myth guys use your high velocity 22lr ammo, especially for hunting it's packs a harder punch down range and dispatch game cleaner
Out of curiosity where does the 2.1 value come from?
G’day @Haris122, the 2.1 value is used to expand our Mean samples (in this case Mean radius of our group) out to 2 Standard Deviations. On a standard distribution graph like a Bell Curve, 2 Standard Deviations makes up 95% of the curve area. 95% gives us a high degree of confidence in the expected outcomes we will see downrange. A more detailed and in-depth explanation of this can be found in Modern Advancements in Long Range Shooting Vol 2 by Applied Ballistics. Thanks for watching the video and I hope you enjoy the other videos on the channel 🇦🇺👍🏼
Grate rifle. 😊
This was a really great video mate … production quality came along way from a few years back ✅💪
Range chicken
Nice rifle 1.23pm😮
It's very impressive system The only thing I like to know the price for the rifle desktop and the bonakilo If someone can afford it you would have to know the price so please put the price so we know it
thats a lot of maths you lost me half way in :(
With the exception of commercial animal control shooters,collectors,law enforcement,military,and criminals these firearms are out of reach for the majority of Aussie shooters. Nice rifles though.
Buddy, great show!! I dig watching smart folks who love their cool interests!! Shoot on the moola!!!
With the wonderful birth of my second child I splurged!! A Tikka T3 muted stainless barrel in 30-06 with a sweet scope. A pleasure to shot and carry.
I’ve a Tikka t3 .243 with a muted stainless barrel . Scoped well too! Popped a deer with it, very versatile, easy to carry and fire. Light and easy!
great vid, where would you have picked up that cheek rest on Lithgow, about to pick up the same rifle.
That cheek rest is made by Victory Company. I got mine the Australia Tactical Precision if I remember correctly
Excellent explanation of the program. I have one question about the MV correction. If the rounds were landing at the top of the plate would a negative number be entered for the mils. Instead of 11.2 it would be -11.2 mils .