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    Bino Harness

    I've been looking at getting a bino harness. Getting tired of my binos bouncing around when I'm in the woods. Based on research, I have it narrowed down to FHF, Kuiu, and AGC. Vortex for 2016 has their version of the FHF and AGC bino harness backed by their VIP warranty. For all practical...
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    Case head expansion 300 Win Mag. What is normal?

    I'm having a difficult time finding good data on case head expansion for the 300 Win Mag. I'm using Nosler brass with Winchester magnum primers. I'm slowing working up my load in 0.5 grain increments. I have a micrometer (0.0001). After one firing, the case head expansion average is 0.0015...
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    Muzzle Protector

    What would you recommend to cover the muzzle during backcountry hunts? I've seen balloons, finger cots, tape, etc. In your experience what has worked the best? Thanks for the feedback (in advance)!
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    M70 Action vs. Remington 700 action (Anyone know the weight difference?).

    I'm building a custom 30-06 AI. Bartlein barrel, #4, SS, fluted, which will weigh 2.86 lbs. HS Precision stock, #09, slight LOP adjustment, should weight ~ 2.1 lbs. Can anyone shed some light on how much weight the action, trigger guard, action screws, etc will add to the build. I'm looking...
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    Looking for a SS donor action (Remington 700 LA or Winchester M70) for 30-06 AI build

    My apologies. I don't meet the forum requirements to buy or sell. I need more post!
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    Good pair of field gloves

    I am requesting any recommendations regarding a good pair of warm and truly waterproof gloves that have been tried and tested in the field. I need a pair of gloves which will hold up to 5-7 days of backpack hunting in the backcountry. I have had two pairs of "waterproof gortex" gloves with...
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    Idaho Unit 37A

    I drew Idaho unit 37A for Elk. Has anyone hunted this unit? Drainage recommendations? I can't find any online information. I spoke with Fish & Game and they weren't overly helpful. Any insite would be helpful.