Anyone here into firearms?

radix023 · 03-18-2018, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Rusty

Just put in for my NM elk hunt for next fall.

Have to wait for the draw next month to see if I get a license. Going to be using my Rem 700, 7mm Rem Mag with a 168 Berger bullet. Have to work on that load. Haven't used it before.

If you don't mind taking the time, could you discuss scope magnification and supports a bit?

Do you use supports? (bipod on rifle, shooting stick, full tripod with lock, or just shoot prone and use your arms)
Is there a threshold of magnification you can stand and use your rifle with? So that higher magnification requires sitting, prone or some method of support.
What's the highest magnification you've used in the field?

I'm leery of higher magnifications on scopes, it's a sucker bet with telescopes and binoculars which fuels my suspicions here.

Thanks in advance