06-06-2012, 03:16 AM
One of the great things about the the shooting sports is that there are so many ways to have fun. You can literally spend your whole life pursuing different aspects and discipline within the sport we call shooting. Having a private range to do as you please would be a great thing that most of us will never have the privilege of realizing.
While a 150 yard range is certainly better than nothing, why are you settling for such a short distance? Does your property not lend itself to a full course range?
I too am limited to short ranges near by, but I make several matches a month (3-5) where I can stretch my legs on a full course venue, (200, 300, and 600 yards) and find my learning of real marksmanship is greatly enhanced by doing so. Almost any rifle is a 100% deer killer at under 200 yards, from almost any position. So I don't understand why you are seeking ultra precision at 150 yards, that doesn't mean the rig is worth it's salt at mid range. I've seen many 1/4 MOA rifles that are 6 MOA rifles at 600 yards, I even own a couple of them.
Regardless of your answers or motives,you are a fortunate man I hope you truly enjoy your pursuit of building a range the way you see fit, but remember you did ask for input. I only ask these questions to possibly help you expand your thinking of what a rifle is really for, and what it is really capable of.
Bob
While a 150 yard range is certainly better than nothing, why are you settling for such a short distance? Does your property not lend itself to a full course range?
I too am limited to short ranges near by, but I make several matches a month (3-5) where I can stretch my legs on a full course venue, (200, 300, and 600 yards) and find my learning of real marksmanship is greatly enhanced by doing so. Almost any rifle is a 100% deer killer at under 200 yards, from almost any position. So I don't understand why you are seeking ultra precision at 150 yards, that doesn't mean the rig is worth it's salt at mid range. I've seen many 1/4 MOA rifles that are 6 MOA rifles at 600 yards, I even own a couple of them.
Regardless of your answers or motives,you are a fortunate man I hope you truly enjoy your pursuit of building a range the way you see fit, but remember you did ask for input. I only ask these questions to possibly help you expand your thinking of what a rifle is really for, and what it is really capable of.
Bob