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    New shooter

    What type of shooting are you interested in? Short-range group shooting, scoring at 1-300 yards, 600 yards, or 1000 yards? Each of these requires different equipment.
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    Sinclair front rest

    In the case of a VFS gun, opting for a 3" wide fore end stock can make a significant improvement over the 2 1/4" stocks required for Hunter Class guns.
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    Advice request - benchrest estate

    I'm sorry to hear about your father. Regarding the equipment, consider bringing it to the match. Apart from that, you can also explore the classified section here whenever you have the time.
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    International Benchrest bench rules

    Blocks are cost-effective, whereas sonotubes tend to be more expensive, and, of course, they consist of solid concrete, which isn't budget-friendly these days. You don't even need to grout the blocks anymore; there are adhesives available for that purpose.
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    Chet Whitebread

    I had the pleasure of meeting Chet at an East-West shoot in St. Louis many years ago, and I thoroughly enjoyed our conversation. He even went out of his way to craft a piece for my cleaning kit and insisted on not accepting any payment. He was a true gentleman, and I'm saddened to hear about...
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    Sinclair front rest

    The regulations specify the use of a sand-filled bag. Ideally, you should be able to acquire a flat bag equipped with ears designed for a 2 1/4 inch fore end. It's important to note that while the rules require that the rifle isn't locked into the bag and can be lifted out, you also don't want...
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    We Remember

    I lost contact over the years, and I haven't been active since 2009. There are so many names that I had some interactions with – names from which I gained insights, names I made purchases from, and even names from whom I received services. I'm appreciative of the foundation they all laid for...
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    global benchrest RIFLE CLASSES

    I'll share the definitions. I've reviewed them, and I'm uncertain about what might not be clear.
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    Left the range

    I'm deeply saddened to learn about this. I had no knowledge of his illness. He was known for his extensive testing and unique approaches. I always found his contributions engaging. While we didn't always see eye to eye, we never had any disagreements and enjoyed his distinct personality. His...
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