Dead-Eyed Duck Posted May 28, 2006 Report Share Posted May 28, 2006 I went out yesterday morning to check the 'long range' accuracy of my Sako rimmy. Set up a target at 80 yards, and aimed dead on. The scope is a bog standard Simmons 3-10 x 44, which I always use set at a mag of 7. I can just about hold the gun steady for freehand shots using this mag, and I find that it is a good compromise for bipod shooting up to an approximate self-imposed maximum 70 yards or so. I have always set this maximum as I thought that the gun was not capable of accurate groups at longer ranges than this. Anyway, the pics are posted below. The black target is 0.75" diameter, and I have always used these as it is approximately equivalent to a 'kill zone' I even use them when setting in my 0.223. The first 5-shot group was in a condition of dead calm, with no wind. I got so excited at this group that I decided to have another go with 10 shots. After 4 shots I had to stop through too much concentration, had a cuppa and then took another 6 shots. Unfortunately in the meantime a breeze had started left to right, and you can see the effects on this. So, would I extend my practical range beyond 70 yards - probably not. I was struggling to hold dead-centre on the target due to the 7 mag, and I do not believe in playing around with the scope mag when I am shooting in case the zero is affected. I checked the barrel length this morning, and it was reduced to 15", which confirms what I have always thought and read about - you can really reduce the barrel length on a rimmy without it having too much effect on accuracy. Some of you may query then why I bought the varmint model in the first place, but I wanted a short, heavy rigid barrel. I do not shoot well freehand with light guns, and the Sako has achieved all I ever wanted. I have tried several brands of high velocity rounds, and they do not group well - perhaps this is because of the short barrel? However, I did not intend using them anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beatingisbest Posted May 28, 2006 Report Share Posted May 28, 2006 nice grouping! im quite surprised it is 3" below the .22 i use, uses Eley HB's at 75Metres was about an inch lower im not sure of the make of the actual gun but i think it maybe an CZ or Anshutz, it also has a 4x32 on it aswell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Posted May 28, 2006 Report Share Posted May 28, 2006 nice grouping! im quite surprised it is 3" below the .22 i use, uses Eley HB's at 75Metres was about an inch lower im not sure of the make of the actual gun but i think it maybe an CZ or Anshutz, it also has a 4x32 on it aswell. Could be down to the barrel being shorter, but it all depends aswell at what point it was zeroed. Good shooting DED Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deadeye ive Posted May 28, 2006 Report Share Posted May 28, 2006 Alot won't realise just how good that group is for .22lr at 80 yds ...................Even though it was'nt 10 shots You have again Don explained very well the limitations when using the .22lr for humane dispatch and echo my thoughts entirely :o Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunter Posted May 28, 2006 Report Share Posted May 28, 2006 hehe I look forward to getting down to some zeroing at Nicks place. I have not had a chance to shoot more then 65 yards yet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miffy Posted May 28, 2006 Report Share Posted May 28, 2006 I'm off to the range on Tuesday with Ive so i think i'll take the .22 and see what results i get at 80 yards. Good grouping by the way :o Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deadeye ive Posted May 28, 2006 Report Share Posted May 28, 2006 I'm off to the range on Tuesday with Ive so i think i'll take the .22 and see what results i get at 80 yards. Good grouping by the way :o .......................It'll probably group the best you've ever known it to ..............And then your going to sell it They are the Rolls Royce of rimmys though IMO Could'nt help myself Miffy Have removed Wood and boreshined the CZ and Vacuum greased the action into the Stock ................Just hope I haven't turned a tack driver into a shotgun Fingers Crossed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miffy Posted May 28, 2006 Report Share Posted May 28, 2006 I'm off to the range on Tuesday with Ive so i think i'll take the .22 and see what results i get at 80 yards. Good grouping by the way :o .......................It'll probably group the best you've ever known it to ..............And then your going to sell it They are the Rolls Royce of rimmys though IMO I don't think i can sell it i might just keep it as i aint gonna get what its worth so it can just come out on range days Have removed Wood and boreshined the CZ and Vacuum greased the action into the Stock ................Just hope I haven't turned a tack driver into a shotgun Fingers Crossed I'm sure it'll be even better now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunter Posted May 28, 2006 Report Share Posted May 28, 2006 Every FAC holder needs a .22 LR.. its an unwritten law Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Posted May 28, 2006 Report Share Posted May 28, 2006 Every FAC holder needs a .22 LR.. its an unwritten law :o Agree. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dunganick Posted May 28, 2006 Report Share Posted May 28, 2006 75yards is my point of zero, 100yards is 1 milldot low when on 9x mag. and 50yards is 1 milldot high when on 9x i look forward to zeroing as well, i have floated my gun properly (found it was touching when on the bipod) so im hoping i have restored the accuracy. I used to fit a 3shot group under a 5p @ 75yrds. However then the accuracy went to pieces at 100yards..... never understood why. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deadeye ive Posted May 28, 2006 Report Share Posted May 28, 2006 75yards is my point of zero, 100yards is 1 milldot low when on 9x mag. and 50yards is 1 milldot high when on 9x i look forward to zeroing as well, i have floated my gun properly (found it was touching when on the bipod) so im hoping i have restored the accuracy. I used to fit a 3shot group under a 5p @ 75yrds. However then the accuracy went to pieces at 100yards..... never understood why. This is why I feel it's best to guage accuracy with a 10 shot group where the 22lr is concerned as you always seem to get the odd flyer . Best 10 shot group I had at 75 m was 30mm with several of the rounds making a mashed hole . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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