300BlkTalk

I put a Vortex Spitfire (X3 magnification) on my .223 AR and have been pleased with it. The reticle is etched, which I wanted in case the batteries die during use. I might try it on my 300 Blk AR. I have extensively used Elcan products at work, and they are tough but also very expensive, and couldn'...

I use 208gr Hornady match bullets for some of my sub loads with decent success. It's good for target shooting, ringing steel gongs and such. I have not used it for hunting, and would not, even if it was legal to use an AR for hunting (I live in the Peoples Republic of Canada - AR's are classified as...

I had some brass that would not chamber in my AR due to a barely noticeable lip from trimming (the brass was purchased as prepared and ready to load - I was rushed and didn't inspect the brass close enough). I chamfered the outside of the remaining brass of the same lot and have not had any cycling ...

The OAL Gauge is very useful when developing an accurate supersonic load using 125-168gr bullets. I have found that 110gr bullets need to be seated for proper retention, and that will put the ogive well back from the lands. With Subsonic 200+gr bullets I have settled on 2.200" overall length, a...

I have only ever used Lee dies for my 300 Blk brass and when converting .223 brass to 300 Blk, with no issues at all. I only have 1 AR I shoot it in so I am not concerned with small base die sizing.

Aero Precision upper with 9.5" barrel and Daniel Defense lower.