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Barnes TTSX 150gr bullet @ 2870fps

Finally was able to get in the field and clean up a few pigs and feral goats with the Blaser K95. This little sow was first of three pigs and nine goats taken. Barnes TTSX 150gr bullet @ 2870fps certainly did the job handily. Cheers John

2 x Blaser Type C case pre 2023. One case carries rifle, 2 barrels, 2 optics while the second carries 2 barrels 2 optics, Aimpoint and other stuff like sling, Garmin radar, rangefinder etc..

Not a single shot but made for the mountains of Switzerland and a little different, my Blaser R93/Makura Ulrich Takedown, easy on calibers, repeatable scope mounting, press a button and twist rifle into two parts for very easy transport, repeatable and accurate.

For Blaser R93 - 30-06 R8 - 22-250, 6.5x55, 30-06 & 9.3x62 K95 - 308

Okay so a month for the paperwork but turned up today, mounted a scope and here it is, now to sight it in and point it at some game.

Beautiful rifle, next level.

Really depends on the buyer, I looked at two secondhand K95 Luxus however bought new as it was actually only $500 more and I received better wood, forend and finish. I would think you would be better off selling the optics and octagonal barrel separately to get a decent price.

With skin sag I will eventually look like I am wearing a camouflage shirt LOL

Yep fully agreed, there are some truely talented artist out there and there is more than a few wannabes. Take your time, find the right tattooist and when it all comes together and you are in their shop you will know if it is right for you or not. There just isn't a wrong answer, just your answer.

I am 56, first tattoo was at 17, followed by many more bits and pieces. Finally I had a very good tattooist link them all up so I guess I have a now two large tattoos. Would/will I get more tattoos? Yes, but there is no rush, probably my two family coat of arms, maybe my old army regiment...

Funny how we build into caliber thoughts, for my R8 Success I have 22-250, 6.5x55, 30-06 and 9.3x62. To my eyes this is the perfect small to big game quad set.

Australia, still awaiting to collect as I need a 'Permit to acquire', will post once collected.

A little Blaser K95 update - Since I had a spare Zeiss HT scope and Blaser mount I bought myself a Blaser K95 Luxus (red deer/roe deer engraving), grade 6 walnut, super finish and ebony tip. Chambered in 308Win, yes I can here the shouting "Rimmed", however it is a brand new ordered rifle and...

Damned Blaser, I have an R8 Success and an R93 Makura Ulrich Takedown however, my brain says buy a K95, you need a K95. Of course I need a bloody K95! Currently looking at this Luxus in 308w and another with deep relief engraving w/ G6 wood super finish, and I have a spare scope mount so I...

If I get to hunt PG in Africa I will bring my Blaser R8 with both 9.3x62 and 30-06 barrels. Woodleigh 286gr for the 9.3mm and Barnes TTSX 168gr for the 30.

I would like to add to my initial response. The problem with having a Blaser R8 Success timber stock is that I now want an R8 Professional plastic stock which would give me a great poor weather option utilising my already acquired barrels, optics/mounts and cases. Maybe a Savanna stock for my...

I will add this as others will read and it is notice however something to take into account for those looking at the Makura Ulrich Takedown. I have an Makura Ulrich Takedown (Blaser R93 variant) and had 25-06, 30-06, 7mm Rem Mag and 375 H&H. The 375 H&H is too long for the magazine box with...

It's been a few years now, how'd the K5 hold up to wet weather mountain work? Love an update. Cheers John

I have a Blaser R93/Makura Ulrich Takedown, (proper push button) takedown that goes back together and is light, compact and Blaser accurate. Designed for mountain hunting in the Alps. There are plenty of options out there, I also have a Bergara BA13 and it the heaviest rifle I own, ridiculous...

9.3x62 barrel added, time to stop collecting barrels (22-250, 6.5x55, 30-06 & 9.3x62) that ought to do it, better get back to paying the mortgage (and hunting). Damned Blaser are just so versatile.

For owners of Blaser R93, I contacted Blaser and they confirmed that due to similar case dimensions the 9.3x62 magazine insert will definitely work for the 30-06 cartridge. Cheers John

Does anyone know if a 30-06 will run in a 9.3x62 Blaser R93 magazine insert? Looking for a spare and have found a 9.3x62 insert new. Thanks John

Blaser drug problem….

May be a stupid question - Was it a MA bolt head or an ST bolt head fitted when you had the problem? I was advised to ALWAYS ensure that thy are matching. MA/MA or ST/ST etc. or problems may arise. Cheers John

I have a Blaser R8 Success (timber) and a one Makura Ulrich Takedown R93 and had a Blaser R93 Professional, zero problems encountered. I have owned many different rifles and would put the Blaser right up there with the best of them.

Recently sold a Blaser R93 Pro and three barrels and some other rifles, deciding on a timber stocked R8 Success for most hunting. Super portable, shoots well and handles great, however I was kind of blah on the stock shape as I generally like a more tradition stock. Surprised at just how good...

The 168 TTSX is a superb 30-06 bullet.

I bought a Bog Pod tripod and that was okay especially with my late 70's father shooting, helps him steady the rifle. I then bought the Fenris II quad sticks, worlds apart, culling feral goats out to 400m with 300Win in a Sendero weight Rem700, very very effective in tall grass. Now I am...

Just my take, I was recently hunting western Queensland, Australia & shot a small boar, maybe 35kg, quartering away at approximately 120m with Tikka Forest 30-06 150gr Super Hammerhead ammo (same bullet). Rear leg removed, full length body traversed and a dramatic exit through the left eye...

I have two Blaser R93, one is a green stocked Professional and the other is a Makura Ulrich Takedown with superb walnut stock. 25-06 with open sights, 30-06 with open sights, 7mm Rem Mag no sights and Magna-ported and 375 H&H with open sights and a Blaser radial brake. All have quick release...

Hi I have this bottom of the scope clearance issue with my Aimpoint 9000, I have two INNOmounts for my R93 with a 6x42 and 8x56 S&B, both have ample clearance in low 30mm rings. My Aimpoint has a fat belly and will NOT mount in low rings as it bells out on the mounting base. Cheers John

Based on one of the slickest actions ever, Husqvarna Carl Gustaf 1900. Certainly beautiful!

Totally agree Bob, I will hunt with cup & core non-bonded bullets in 30-06 class cartridges. I have a Barnes load for my Mauser and Blaser but do not regularly shoot it. Standard bullets have worked just fine for a long time, however for my 300 Weatherby Magnum I prefer a Barnes TTSX and drive...

My Mauser M12 30-06 Expert likes the TTSX 168gr bullet but shooting with a 2MOA Aimpoint those bullets are more accurate than me. Forget the benchrest groups, if it's under 2" your good to good hunting at stalking ranges.

Thought I'd add a photo, I had to trim the front extension base and re-blue as I did not want it hang over the front or rear of the receiver. Rifle weighs a light 8.1lbs with optics. Cheers John

Straight from the Mauser website - M12 : see below and they REALLY like 30-06 so it gets a mention twice over 8x57 remains and they have dropped 7x57 for 7x64 (not really a loss) Calibre: .243 Win., .270 Win., .308 Win., .30-06, .30-06, 7 mm Rem. Mag., .300 Win. Mag., 6,5x55SE, 7x64, 8x57IS...

While I agree that the M18 is the low end of the market I couldn't agree that the M12 is like a Rem700 which I have owned plenty of. I currently have a Mauser M12 Expert chambered in 30-06, trigger is awesome, fine cut chequering and stock work fit and finish is perfect, grip cap and ebony tip...

Turned this over to someone with longer arms (LOL)

Don't bother responding, easier to sell the rifle.

Hi all Looking for any info if anybody has shortened the length of pull on a synthetic Sauer 100? Tips, tricks etc.. I bought a 270w Sauer 100 Ceratech however at 14.25" LOP I can only JUST get a proper eye relief with a t-shirt. Definitely won't with a pack or winter cloths so I am looking to...

Love my 30-06 M12 Expert, went with Warne steel bases and steel rings with an 2MOA Aimpoint 9000L.

Gold Coast Shooters is owned by a friend of mine, good shop for finding things that aren't always available. I have been looking at the odd 9.3x62 hmmm and there is a whole different thought...

Nah that would be Dad, figure I will drop into Ebor on the way down, he started me hunting when I was six there so I thought it'd be good just me and him for a couple of days. The 243 is a little ZKK601 that I have just picked up, not sure what I will do for it yet, use to load for the wife's...

Heading down to guyra next week although a bit hot, border finally open so the old fella (75) can come for a weekend walk in the paddock. I have a new Mauser M12 Expert in 30-06 with an Aimpoint to chase some pigs hopefully.

Located o the Gold Coast and usually hunt New England area or out western Qld although it's been a while since I've hunted out west. Normal game is everything from rabbits to deer, pigs and goats etc.. Reload 222, 243, 25-06, 6.5x55, 270, 30-30, 308, 30-06 & 300Win.

Usually hunt New England area, deer, pigs, goats etc.. Never hunted buffalo or scrub bulls but imagine it'd be pretty good.

Hi all Newbie intro from Australia, into rifle and bow hunting, range shooting and reloading. Cheers John

Hi all New to the forum from Australia. I have a CZ 557 full stock with a 20.5" barrel (6.5x55SE marked) that I have commenced loading for. With 140gr Woodleigh PP bullets loaded to 0.030" off the lands is the starting point over ADI powder AR2209, CCI200 primers and full length sized Sako...