What do each of you consider a good, a bad, and an adequate group? Let's say at like 100 yards. What is a very good group for you, a very bad one, and a perfectly adequate one for hunting?

Good, group <=3", MPI <=3", this is my hunting requirement ,all shots on a 6" circle. Anything else is bad.

Now, what groups can you consistently shoot at 100 yards anytime? What is your setup, bullets, powder, etc?

Can't say. Still working on that consistent load. So far, the Sabetoorh 270, 80 RS, 4X scope, CVA Mountain Rifle, #11 Mag caps.

What is the difference in your shooting with a scope versus open sights? I'm guessing you shoot much better with your scope. What is your average group with each?

Haven't shot BP w/o scope in +/- 8 yrs.

What is your maximum distance that you shoot when hunting or on the range?

Range, no limit. Hunting, 50-100, depends on conditions, rest etc..

Finally, how do you normally shoot? With a rest? Without? Do you shoot much worse without the rest? If you use a rest, what kind do you use? Does it cradle the whole gun or do you just rest the front? Also, do you shoot better with a full rest versus one that you just rest the front of the gun on?

Range: rest on bags, stock on left forearm crease of elbow on table. Hunting: primary stand has pivoting 2x4 lagscrewed on edge w/foam. Definitely shoot better full rest. Front only, like sticks, ok at 50, not so good at 100.

I'm sorry for all these questions but it interests me to know how each person shoots in the different circumstances. I'm just interested to know how you shoot consistently in each scenario. Please let me know honestly.

Thanks for the help guys.