I certainly agree with you that there are some things which simply shoulf not be discussed in a public forum, I PERSONALLY don't feel this topic, as exsplained, is one of them.Also, I have every bit of faith in the members and moderators here, that if they felt it was over the line, it would quickly be locked and/or deleted as nessecary, and I would certainly hold no ill will towards this board or any of its members for doing so, as it was done with all of our best interest in mind (just as I hold no ill will towards you for feeling it IS over the line, as again, I dont think it has anything to do with me personally, just you trying to look out for all of us as a whole.No one should argue with that reasoning). Any anti dedicated enough to be scouring gun boards for ammo against us, will find thousands of threads they could use, including most of S&T ("see, they are planning on killing people, look how the alk about strategy!"), and even discussions about Revolutionary and Civil war muzzleloaders employed as "sniper" weapons ("see, I told you that 'they' shouldnt even be allowed the simplest of weapons, look how they can use ANYTHING to kill from a distance!").There is definitely a line that shouldn't be crossed, but at the same time, we cannot limit our discussions to exclude ANYTHING the anti's could possibly use against us, as then we would have the only gun board on the net, where you weren't allowed to discuss guns.And even then, the antis would have no less to say about the evils of guns and gun owners, and would still be trying to ban the ownership of ALL guns.
anywho, as to what I would choose for the purpose of this topic, I really dont know, as I have never had a place I could fire ANY gun over 150 yds.Out of what i have currently, I would think my win. Model 70 from the 80's, in 30-06, with the 4-12x scope and bullet drop quick adjustment type turrets (sorry, dont know the maker or model off the top of my head from work), would do pretty well, given enough practice, and ammo that was at least consistant in that gun.I'll also say, I getting some pretty good ideas on what to get medium caliber-wise to try out long range target shooting, without breaking the bank when I eventually get a place to do so.Lots of good info on scopes, too.Thanks to all who have participated, and my sincerest apologies to any who beleive this thread is harmful to our cause, as that is the last thing I'm interested in.I also apologize if the question wasn't worded as well as it could be, even in spite of post #14 trying to clarify.I was trying to not be too long-winded, and writing just isnt one of my skills.I just though it would be a fun and usefull discussion, with a slightly different twist (due to the limitations set, and stated purpose) on the whole "whats the best long-range rifle" theme.