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    M85 at 1,000 yds

    Its a long time (12 years) since I managed to shoot my M85 at 1,000 yds. I'd had the scope off and back on since then so a zero session at 300 yards and 600 yards was required. I had to refer to some old notes for my 1,000 yds elevation using some handloads (Sierra 175 MatchKings). There was a ten MOA wind blowing at Stickledown, Bisley but the old girl still does the business. V-Bull with the first sighter always puts a smile on my face. Picture is of the screen for the new electronic targetry at 1,000 yds. The first circle is the V-Bull and the next is the Bull. Shooting off the bipod.
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    Nice target well done

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    Well done Nigel, rifle and owner still on the button.
    'Tonight my men and I have been through hell and back again, but the look on your faces when we let you out of the hall - we'd do it all again tomorrow.' Major Chris Keeble's words to Goose Green villagers on 29th May 1982 - 2 PARA

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    Quote Originally Posted by Gil Boyd View Post
    Well done Nigel, rifle and owner still on the button.
    Having had the honour of shooting with/against Nigel at the 150th Imperial Meeting I can vouch for his retention of ability.

    Unlike me, the tinny bastard even managed to cart off some silverware for his efforts.

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    "Man and Rifle as one"
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    Quote Originally Posted by Lithy View Post
    Having had the honour of shooting with/against Nigel at the 150th Imperial Meeting I can vouch for his retention of ability.

    Unlike me, the tinny bastard even managed to cart off some silverware for his efforts.
    Lithy, you forgot to take Brian home!



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    Quote Originally Posted by Roy W View Post
    Lithy, you forgot to take Brian home!



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    Good to see he's not wasting his time at the tourist traps

    Jokes aside, it was great to meet you blokes

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