"SAVAGE MODEL 12 LRPV 223"

I've written about this Savage before a Model 12 LRPV in 223 with a 1-7 twist. This rifle has been a tack driver from day one with Federal Gold Medal Match 69 gr. Match King BTNP ammo. I've also used Remington 62 gr. HP Match which does not shoot well in this rifle, so with that said, if the wind is mild and I do my job, prairie rats go down.

I tried something with my Savage Model LRPV in 22-250 using Hornady Superformance Match ammo which worked great, so now with Hornady Superformance 75 gr BTHP in 223 we went to work. After some scope adjustment 1/2 inch groups were easy at 100 meters now.

The rifles are loaded in the truck and we are headed to Deadwood S.D.. Its a great town and our soon to be home and only 62 miles from Hulett Wy.

Later in the week we took a drive into Wyoming to meet our friend John at his ranch. The next morning we setup at a good prairie rat town. Even though it was a very windy day the Savage 223 with Hornady ammo did a great job. I did not get a shot past 500 yards that day, but my friend John with his Savage 6.5 Creedmore using Hornady was getting out past 600 yards.

The next three days were even windier than day one, so I didn't get to shoot past 600 yards, which is what I wanted to do with the Hornady 75 gr. ammo. I tried to get some long shots in but I think the high winds were following us. My wife and I had to get back to Deadwood, so after our goodbyes, we hit the road.

It seems to me my Savage likes the Hornady Superformance 75 gr. ammo. I'll keep you informed on further results.

Always shoot straight and know whats behind your target.

"MOSSBERG MODEL 590 PUMP"

Took a little time off to travel with the wife. Wow, can't believe how time flies when your having fun, but now I'm back to the old grind. Thanks for your patience.

This 12 gauge, 20 inch heavy-walled barrel with Parker finish also has a metal trigger guard and safety button, speed feed stock, tri-rail forend, XS Ghost Ring sight and a red glow stripe f/sight. The barrel has a cylinder bore and holds 9 shells of either 2 3/4 or 3 inch. I've used Federal 2 3/4 Barnes HP slugs, Federal 2 3/4 Fusion Sabot Slugs, and Fiocchi 2 3/4 Exacta Aero slugs. The Fiocchi slugs will shoot nice groups at 50 to 70 yards but after 70 they are not as accurate. Federal Barnes shoot best at 100 to 125 yards. I've also shot Federal Double OT buck to 50 yards with a nice cluster.

This Mossberg is very reliable, I've never had a problem in all my years of use. This shotgun is easy to clean, just remove the barrel and the action. This "590" still looks new after years of service. Mossberg, a great shotgun with a good price.

Always be safe and know whats behind your target.