stuart92 Posted November 9, 2008 Report Share Posted November 9, 2008 why on earth do civilians use this cal?? eney way my dad tryin to get back in to long range targets (god nows why?!) on his cert would it only be able to use at a range or could land be passed? these are just questions so no need to go all hard core on me stuart Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mickeylove Posted November 9, 2008 Report Share Posted November 9, 2008 Why not? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trussman Posted November 9, 2008 Report Share Posted November 9, 2008 As far as I'm aware, .50 calibre rifles can only be used on approved ranges of which there are only about 5 or so in the country. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldrick Posted November 9, 2008 Report Share Posted November 9, 2008 Because it's there. It's great fun to shoot, and a real test of one's marksmanship. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuart92 Posted November 9, 2008 Author Report Share Posted November 9, 2008 ok fair enought which rifle scope combo and homeloading?:unsure:? stuart Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogfox Posted November 9, 2008 Report Share Posted November 9, 2008 dont get the .50, get a .338 or .408, 100% more accurate at long ranges, far less drop. the .50 is like the .22 of centerfires..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnGalway Posted November 9, 2008 Report Share Posted November 9, 2008 Rabbits Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogfox Posted November 9, 2008 Report Share Posted November 9, 2008 Rabbits *POP* its like a dogs version of a ready to eat takeaway! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevethevanman Posted November 9, 2008 Report Share Posted November 9, 2008 I have a friend in the states and he sas you must shoot it prone or else you will fall over just on recoil energy alone, and considering the guns are reallllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy expensive in 50 BMG you dont want to drop it. Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldrick Posted November 10, 2008 Report Share Posted November 10, 2008 They are heavy, but they can be shot from other positions. I would personally go for a .408 CheyTac every time, as it's almost impossible to beat the bullet's BC. However it's no more or less accurate than a .50, or a .338, contrary to DogFox's post. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njc110381 Posted November 18, 2008 Report Share Posted November 18, 2008 I'd have thought a .338 Lapua would be a much better buy, as at least you may stand a chance of using it at most rifle ranges! The ammo will be cheaper and just as accurate, but I guess owning a .50 isn't something you do just so you have an accurate gun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevethevanman Posted November 18, 2008 Report Share Posted November 18, 2008 I think the lapua is the only one out of 338, 408 and the 50 that you can buy expanding hunting rounds for, I think the 408 was deisigned as a military long range anti-personel weapon, the rifles in this caliber are also quite expensive and ammo is mhoosively hard to find, the 50 is the way to go, or 338 lapua in the states you can also fire AP or incendiery rounds Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy. Posted November 18, 2008 Report Share Posted November 18, 2008 (edited) I don't get all the hype...! A friend of mine who was in the army came back with all these 'fascinating facts' about being a "military sniper" and the biggest load of c**p he came back with, which he wont stand down from is: "The 50 bmg is banned in Europe under the Geneva Convention, because of the danger of the bullet as it travels through the air - more specifically, if you miss your target by an inch or two (say a human head) the air pressure the bullet creates is enough to suck the skin off your face and kill you anyway." I mean, the amount of times I've tried to explain that it's just impossible, but he just wont buy it. Hence my reason for just not being that interested! EDIT - However this video might be of interest to those wanting to shoot one http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=0ABGIJwiGBc Edited November 18, 2008 by harfordwmj Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taff Mason Posted November 18, 2008 Report Share Posted November 18, 2008 thats one lucky son of a bitch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mickeylove Posted November 18, 2008 Report Share Posted November 18, 2008 "The 50 bmg is banned in Europe under the Geneva Convention, because of the danger of the bullet as it travels through the air - more specifically, if you miss your target by an inch or two (say a human head) the air pressure the bullet creates is enough to suck the skin off your face and kill you anyway." No its true! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richie223 Posted November 18, 2008 Report Share Posted November 18, 2008 the lucky bastsrd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jay222 Posted November 18, 2008 Report Share Posted November 18, 2008 speaking of lucky, these guys had a lucky escape too http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=MN_mA9gL09M&NR=1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auto culto Posted November 18, 2008 Report Share Posted November 18, 2008 the ammo for the .408 is virtually unobtainable so don't bother with that one. The .338 is far more friendly on the pocket but the .50 has just got that certain aura about it that make you want one. Ranges are limited in the UK so really you need to be a member of http://www.fcsa.co.uk/ as you will struggle otherwise. A member is currently working on manufacturing bullet heads for the .50 so when done the reloads should be around £1 when done. Get your dad to have a chat with John Masefield and he will answer all his questions, but warn him before hand that he will be on the blower for a long while as john can talk for England. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiff-TRG Posted November 21, 2008 Report Share Posted November 21, 2008 the ammo for the .408 is virtually unobtainable so don't bother with that one. The .338 is far more friendly on the pocket but the .50 has just got that certain aura about it that make you want one. Ranges are limited in the UK so really you need to be a member of http://www.fcsa.co.uk/ as you will struggle otherwise. A member is currently working on manufacturing bullet heads for the .50 so when done the reloads should be around £1 when done. Get your dad to have a chat with John Masefield and he will answer all his questions, but warn him before hand that he will be on the blower for a long while as john can talk for England. Some of the best words spoken on this board in a while.... I also shoot with the FCSA and it's certainly good fun. I couldn't afford to run a .50 (still got a few .50 A-MAX's left if anyone wants them...) so have stuck with the 'diminutive' .338LM. Sako TRG can be picked up for around £1,400, now they can't be shot at Bisley. Once homeloading, its around £1 a pop. So not that different to good .308 or .243 factory ammo. While the .50's are fun, at £3 or so a pop with tracer/spotter £4-5 it certainly eats the money. Plus there are so few places in this country where a .338 can be beaten by a .50, apart from the 'grin factor'! There are alot of urban myths around the big fifty, but really their no different to any other centrefire round, just a bit bigger! Come along to a FCSA shoot and have a play.... As an aside, any more news about the bullets being made in Wales?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sean c Posted November 21, 2008 Report Share Posted November 21, 2008 Im going to sennybridge on the 29th november because im looking to join the FCSA next year. I cant wait to see those calibers in action. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rem223 Posted November 22, 2008 Report Share Posted November 22, 2008 I believe the proprietor of Wilson & Wilson owns a 50cal rifle. He has to get special permission to use it at the military range in Hythe. I'm sure it's interesting to shoot but it burns a hell of a lot of powder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunshinedave Posted November 22, 2008 Report Share Posted November 22, 2008 Sean C, theres been an email out from FCSA saying that 29ths shoot at Senny may be in question, there are a few options, best to check the FCSA website or ring John closer to the time before you make a journey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sean c Posted November 22, 2008 Report Share Posted November 22, 2008 Thanks dave i rang john on friday and he said that it all looks good but as you say i will keep checking the website. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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