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    53 minutes ago, Vowell said:

    For me I would choose the 140-143 over the 130’s. If I remember correctly the BC is better on the 140-143’s. The Hornady has a slight better BC than the Bergers. But I would load the Berger 140’s and the Hornady 143’s to see which one groups better in your gun. Performance on penetration the Hornady may stay to gether better,,,, but I personally like Berger better. 

    Second this, my gun likes the Bergers better but I found the ELD-X perform better on game.

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    Played this game last year.  I found the key at least for me was to keep everything fun, from shooting to glassing.  As far as shooting goes, I had issues trying to get my son to use a tripod for a rest.  I found prone was the only way he was going to make an accurate shot.  Kids love reactive targets from steel to balloons.  I also brought ear protection on the hunt as he had serious flitch from sound, and it made him more comfortable.  I keep his pack light and loaded down with plenty of snacks as kids burn thru them.  I did let him bring a cell phone so he could play games while I glassed, ended up keeping him quiet and still for hours.  Remember the hunt is for your kid and not you, I found myself pushing my son beyond his limits and making it uncomfortable for him.  Most important thing is take your time and have fun in the outdoors with your kid.  Oh yea be patient!

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    Have had the Ridgeline in 6.5 CM for about two years.  Followed the barrel break in to a "T" and the gun is a shooter.  I found it like Bergers 140 VLD's.  I was shooting .28" with HSM trophy gold with the 140 VLD Hunters.  The gun is just over 3/4" with the Hornady Precision Hunters 143 ELDX.  For the price and weight, it can't be beat.  Sometimes I forget the gun is in my pack.  I would go with the side vent brake as previously mentioned.  I have been playing around with some loads with good results. 

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    My son drew the early 33 Jr hunt.  Took him out of school on Friday to go on his first hunting trip.  Glassed up a nice 2x at about 0730.  I thought to myself that would be a good first deer for my son to shoot.  I then noticed this guy lurking in the ocotillos.  Trying to be calm I told my son he may want to shoot this deer instead.  He has been talking about this hunt everyday since.

     

     

     

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    Figured I throw this up here before dealing with the craigslist yard birds. Truck is the LB7 Duramax. Did injectors at 87k and added an Airdog lift pump. Only other mods are Rare part tie rods and Dmax store upper control arms. I am asking 20k OBO. Truck runs like a champ, paint is starting to "star" on hood. Only selling to roll cash into new house.

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    Wanted to get something light weight yet accurate. Picked up a Christensen Arms Ridgeline in 6.5 Creedmoor, SeanP at SportOpic hooked me up with a great deal on a NF SHV 5-20x56. Threw on a Seekins Precision 20 MOA base with rings. Rifle all together weighed 8 lbs 11 oz's. Thanks to LanceTKenyon for mounting the scope. Started barrel break in today. Didn't really think it was necessary, I am just anal. Shot good with the Hornady Precision Hunter 143 ELDX, but shot great with HSM Trophy Gold VLD Hunting. (Pic Below). Cant wait to get this baby dialed in and get something in my crosshairs.

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