Hot Shooting

Well, the weather was not ideal for doing anything hunting-related, but I do not always do things logically. Even though I could not do some of the higher priority items, I still wanted to get out this weekend and do something. So, we loaded up Saturday morning and headed to the range. Surprisingly, there were already several shooters hammering it out by the time we arrived. Maybe others are experiencing the mid-summer withdrawals/anticipation, too!

The goal was to try some new rounds in the muzzle loader to go ahead and have it ready. Supposedly muzzle loaders should be sighted in while in the same conditions as it will be used (I would still like to hear the WHY of this). Although it’s not usually in the mid -90’s during early muzzle loader, it can be pretty warm. So, I started with it and after 3 rounds, that gun was red-hot! Fortunately, we brought 3 other rifles. Next was my buddy’s .300 Ultra Mag and some fresh reloads. The 1st batch shot incredibly well, while the 2nd was either not as good or his shoulder was hurting! He finished off with some Power-Level I’s (This is a very interesting concept. Remington introduced this ammunition in different power levels, I II & III, and therefore, different performance as well as lower recoil. The different levels allow for a variety of applications, such as; varmint hunting, close-range hunting or making it possible for a youth to shoot a magnum gun. There are currently a few calibers available, but I suspect they will increase if it catches on.)

Next was my 7 Mag and some reloads for it, too. The results were OK, but not great. Since this was our first attempt at reloading, I was impressed by the fact that nothing blew up! Safety first, accuracy second. We also got in some time with a 7mm-08 and some more factory rounds. Even though we may not have accomplished a whole lot, especially getting the muzzle loader shooting perfect, it was good to get out. It was definitely hot, but that will make fall feel that much better. It can’t be here soon enough!