savage axis ii

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    .223 Recommendations Update- Decision Made- Savage Axis II XP Review

    A couple of months ago I asked for recommendations for a rifle to replace my old Remington 788 in .223. The 788 is a fine rifle in and of itself, but I found things fell apart quickly with bullet weights over 60 grs., due to its 1/14" twist. Initially I was open to most any bolt rifle but...
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    Help me pick which .25-06 ammo for hunting.

    I got to the range yesterday with the new Savage Axis II in .25-06. It was very cold, about 8 degrees. I tried 5 different factory loads. The 120 gr Fusions and the 117 Sierra Gamekings grouped poorly, but all three 100 gr loads grouped well: Nosler Partition, Nosler Ballistic Tip, and Barnes...
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