Thanks gents!

I have now put the first 50 or so rounds through the P14 and we are getting to know each other nicely - I hit one CMPicon clinic and did a lot of learning. Before we go to more, a few simple fixes and upgrades.

Depending on the organization and class of event (within NRA and CMP etc), I may not be able to use the PH5B and so will need to be able to work with the stock ladder sight. The PH TZ model installed has a quick release catch for the bridge which is excellent for removing / reinstalling to use the ladder sight or clean and go back on zero (pretty well).

I "sprang" for the original PH mounting hardware when it came up to replace the improvised dowel - is a thou tighter now. The PH 200 yd minimum range scale is not an issue - I will zero the PH at 100 yds and have always worked in minutes - the range scale is very "flat" and may reflect the 30-06 round in Model 17 use.

The stock ladder sight has been tested - need to drop the zero (it fulfills the "aim for the belt buckle stories of WW1 vets). I have reduced the peep diameter with the "trimmed 16 gauge wire insulation bushing trick" (see photo), also ground off the battle sight to allow the PH to zero and be unobstructed (the original sight is in the safe, a good condition substitute was acquired for surgery). I am working on increasing the height of the fore sight to help the stock sight zero - more on this later.

Originally I had a Model 17 ejector installed (found the hard way - thanks for the help in a separate thread) - now have the P14 item and it works great.

Last time out I had a long struggle with protective eyewear fogging due to high humidity. I do not use glasses otherwise and the humidity plays in the favor of the experienced eyewear users! This certainly added a distraction that had me losing the "psychological part of match shooting" - I let the rifle down (typified by adjusting the windage the wrong way in one leg). I was using the "divers" technique for clearing lenses (a little spit), which when asking around seems the best way to go. Will try different styles of glasses while practicing in position.

Am looking for a triangular sling swivel to add forward of the trigger guard, will use Britt sling techniques for a while. Will also check out the Model 17 follower depressor for single loading without triggering the empty mag bolt catch (has me breaking position to use both hands on the action). I have come across a quantity of HXP ammo and will commit these to the P14 for initial shooting and later developing reloads. Also verified that the muzzle is not counter-bored as many were and a Mk7 sits at @ 5/16ths from the case - will assess the throat for bullet jump when components are available.

The rifle is getting a lot of inquiries, interest and support at the range(s) - a show and tell finishing the social interaction between the AR and M users. Looking forward to the cooler weather and easier schedule to make events - more when I can.