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    Barrel Length and Crown Suggestion

    16" with 11° target crown. I carry a LaRue OBR with 14.5" barrel shooting 175gr Sierra matchkings way past 300yds. That's my "long gun" as a LEO
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    Single shot 22

    I just purchased a Browning T-bolt for my 10yr old. It is amazingly accurate!!!! 10 round mag so not single shot but it has quickly become his and my favorite gun to shoot. He has shot a 10/22 takedown for a few years, but the accuracy of the Browning wins the fun-to-shoot category! It is a...
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    Ideas on a new barrel for a old workhorse.

    I've used Hart barrels twice. Excellent customer service, price, and turn around time was quick as of a few years ago.
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    Blisters

    I tend to only get blisters hiking in the summer. With the higher temps my feet sweat a lot more thereby sliding around more in steep terrain. Maybe take a few more breaks with socks off to dry your feet out.
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    Pretty & Classy rifles. Lets see them!

    Oregunsmithingllc.com Checking out a new stock and saw it on their home page.
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    LH 7mm-08 suggestions?

    Tikka T3x Compact Tactical Rifle meets all your criteria. Check with a local gunsmith shop to get a price on threading if that's a requirement. That would open up your options considerably.
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    Pretty & Classy rifles. Lets see them!

    Browning A-Bolt Medallion LH in 30-06. I have others, but this one gets to see every opening day!
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    Ever lost confidence in a rifle?

    I lost confidence in my old Remington 7400 in 30-06 years ago. There's a great thread on the guns you wish you never owned. I was a young shooter but learned some lessons on diagnosing the gun and myself as the shooter. I've used these lessons a lot as a long range rifle instructor/coach and...
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    Jetstream Jacket Replacement

    I would say it depends on the budget of your good friends! ;) I love my Jetstream and layer accordingly around it.
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    Rangefinder recommendations?

    I've had a Leupold 1600 for several years and haven't been that impressed. Picked up a Sig 2200 this spring and I think it's better in every way.
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    Spotter Talk

    Wait, then buy a Kowa 77 or 88.
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    Barrel Re-Crowning

    Since you're intent on keeping it, I'll offer this as "things to check" on your list for accuracy. I've never owned a ruger for 1 reason, I don't trust the built-in bases on the receiver. I have worked on several rugers owned by friends who were chasing accuracy. There is no guarantee that...
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    Barrel Re-Crowning

    Unless you're emotionally attached, I would sell it (with disclosure). You can dump a lot of money chasing marginal accuracy instead of using the rifles you already have confidence it. Save the $ or put it towards another hunt.
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    Cooler opinions

    I only pack the 150 and 120 for long trips and they don't come out of the truck. Use 2 65's all the time.
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    If I only knew this when I first started backpacking....

    I wish I hadn't under estimated the value of good sleep on a long trip. Anyone can get through 2 or 3 nights of crappy sleep and be ok. Much more than that and it really wears on your mental focus and motivation. I bought a 20" wide sleeping pad to save 2-3 ounces over the 25". I cuss myself...
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    New .270 for Alaska?

    Browning X Bolt stainless stalker is in your price range. Higher level of fit & finish than Tikka, however, my T3x is accurate with a smooth action and nice trigger. I'm satisfied (not amazed) with the stock. I don't hate it enough to upgrade.
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    New binos

    If you can find Swaro SLC in that range grab them, if not, Zeiss Conquest are great.
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    Side Sleeper Bags

    I have the Nocturn 15. It's a very comfortable bag but that 15 is the extreme survival rating! I would say it's maybe a 30 or 40 degree bag.
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    .22LR bolt-action

    Browning T Bolt! I have a 30+ year old 1 and a newer 1 for my oldest boy. They are both incredibly accurate and there are lots of models/finishe.
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    Sky 5900?

    @geetar, do you use the SG rifle sling and if so do the side zippered pockets on the Sky Talus get in the way? I'm trying to decide between the 5900 and 6900 myself
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