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Old 09-13-2009 | 03:27 PM
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Originally Posted by driftrider
How were the groups with factory ammo? I have been considering trading my Savage 111 .30-06 for a .243 for my wife. (The .30-06 kicks too much for her, but she'll shoot a .22-250 all day, so I figure she shouldn't have too much problem with a 243). Is the trigger adjustable?

Mike
The groupings were ok, realistically 1.5", the barrel was hot after the first few rounds so that hurt it but 1.5" groups is ok for factory ammo in a non-broke in gun. It needs more rounds through it before I actually truly shoot for max bullet on target effect. The hand loads will really make a difference I am sure, they always do. I have quite a few 25cal components so it should be a smooth issue to work up. Mainly going to work up Noslers as I really like them in my other 25-06 and have had great success with them on game. I think Federal tops their rounds with Noslers but they are pricey.

The trigger is adjustable but I will not play with it too much untill I get a base round work up then fine tune the weapon. Its fairly light weight also.
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