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treedoc
Joined: 16 Jul 2008
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 Posted: Wed Jul 16, Post subject: Bushmaster 50 BMG purchase? |
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I'm considering the purchase of a 50 BMG. My application will primarily be hole punching and fixed target 'plinking'. I like the looks of the new Bushmaster/Cobb .50 Rifle, but am looking for input. I would like to be able to effectively shoot to ranges of 1000 yards and possibly beyond. I like the Barrett, but understand it's twice the recoil and price of the Bushmaster/Cobb. Price isn't a huge concern, but excessive recoil doesn't make one want to shoot. Anyone with input on the Bushmaster/Cobb Rifle, it's level of recoil or suggestions of what they've shot and prefer would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you for your time.
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Semper_Fi
Joined: 08 Jul 2007
Posts: 397
Location: Jakarta, Indonesia
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| Posted: Thu Jul 17, Post subject: .50 Cal Weapons |
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Doc,
The 30" factory .50 cal bolt action Bushmaster/Cobb is similar in price and recoil to the 30" .50 cal bolt action Barrett 95.
To reduce recoil you can reduce gun powder load and powder detonating velocity, reduce projectile weight, reduce barrel length and rifling and install a high quality muzzle brake (recoil suppressor).
These weapons tip the scale at 30 - 40 lbs when fully equipped and launch 600 - 950 grain projectiles.
Some .50 cal newcomers come to the line with Magnum recoil pads under their shirts and quickly realize that accuracy is gone. Bottom line, you have to keep the butt stock firmly embedded into your shoulder in order to achieve consistent hits at any distance with any rifle.
I prefer the 30" Barrett 95. |
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treedoc
Joined: 16 Jul 2008
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Sounds like Barrett is the way to go. How about optics? I'm considering the US Optics line SN3 3.2-17 or 3.8-22. Any suggestions? Should I install an Accurracy International rail style base with 20 MOA down? What ring manufacturer should I use with the US?
Any experience and/or suggestions would be appreciated.
Thanks again,
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Semper_Fi
Joined: 08 Jul 2007
Posts: 397
Location: Jakarta, Indonesia
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| Posted: Fri Jul 18, Post subject: .50 Cal Optics |
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Variable power optics are used to both zero in on long distance targets and, at low power, to monitor a wide area.
U.S. Optics manufactures highest quality, tough scopes and are one of the preferred optics in the community. One of our contractors has a U.S. Optics SN3-T-Pal (5x - 25x) on a Barrett 95 and it has withstood several deployments in Afghanistan and other unforgiving regions. www.usoptics.com
My preference is NightForce and the NF Mil-Dot reticle is outstanding. I have a 12x - 42x 56mm NXS on a Barrett 95 and a 5.5x - 22x 50mm NXS on an M1A. www.nightforceoptics.com
If 1,000 yard shots are your objective, consider 20x or higher magnification for the long shots while dialing back to 5x - 6x for the close shots.
There are many excellent optics on the market and you'll get great advice from other Forum contributors.
Check out LaRue Tactical quick disconnect scope mounts as you always want to be able to get back to iron sights quickly in case your scope gets DQ'd. www.laruetactical.com
Check out GG&G's XDS bipod for the .50 cal. www.gggaz.com
To get the hit remember BRASS:
Breathe
Relax
Aim
Slack
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