Contimplating the M82A1

[50 Shooter]

Does anyone know what the record is for .338 LM at 1000 yards? The record for .50 BMG stands at 2.6" right now. That was shot by Sheri Rasmussen last year in Reno with her light gun.

If it ever hits the market there's the EDM ARMS semi, they also make a bolt action repeater that is capable of MOA or better.

 

[ForeverArmed]

Does anyone know what the record is for .338 LM at 1000 yards? The record for .50 BMG stands at 2.6" right now. That was shot by Sheri Rasmussen last year in Reno with her light gun.

That's outstanding, but even if the record for the .50 turns out to be better than the record for .338, that doesn't necessarily mean that .50 is generally more accurate.

Then again, maybe some major improvements are being made regarding the .50's accuracy.

I guess it really depends on what quality of reloading components (esp. bullets) are now available. I'm sure there's nothing preventing anyone from making extremely accurate .50 BMG rifles. It's only been my understanding that the ammo has been a little weak in that area. Maybe that's changing.

(BTW: Good signature, 50 Shooter! Classic Sabbath rules.)

 

[50 Shooter]

One of the biggest issues in the .50 community is getting quality components for reloading. They're out there but not in the same quantities you see for smaller calibers. Then there's people that don't reload and want match ammo, you can look at paying $5+ per round depending on who's reloading it for you.

Most off the shelf .50's are capable of MOA or better with handloads, surplus stuff is another story. You can't judge a .50's (or any other rifles) accuracy using surplus stuff when it's only good for 2-3 MOA to start. If you want accuracy you'll have to reload your own ammo or have someone else do it.

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[Zak Smith]

You are not likely to see many records with the .338 Lapua simply because there is no game where it is the optimal choice. By this I mean there is 1000-yad 50BMG benchrest, where you are going to see the bst 50BMG 1000-yard groups. Then there is F-class, where the optimal choice is usually an overbore 6.5mm or 7mm, due to recoil and brakes being prohibited.

 

[Father Knows Best]

Which caliber is better depends on what you want to do with it. For taking out vehicles, especially from fixed positions, the .50 is better. For an anti-personnel sniper rifle you can sneak around with, or for long-range target shooting, I'd take the .338.

For plain old giggle-like-a-schoolgirl fun, the .50 is WAY better. And my .50 exists for the sole purpose of having fun. I don't foresee needing to take out vehicles or personnel any time soon....

 

[MechAg94]

Has anyone seen .416 caliber that Barret came out with? It was supposed to be more accurate. I am not sure if it comes in the semi-auto rifle or not.

 

[Slimjim]

Serbu is comming out with their semi auto .50 soon. takes barret mags. price will be 3500 dollars for a barrel that changes with tools and some time, or 4000 dollars for a quick change barrel system.