240 XTP yields much better groups than Lever Revolution through both mine and a buddy's 2 Ruger 77/44s. I recall reading that somewhere else as well. That said, you need to test through individual equipment. The XTP worked well on 2 bucks for my buddy the last couple of years.
Hunted opening for 2.5 days. Saw a lot of bucks in bachelor groups and few does, but the deer were not moving much. I found early scrape activity and glassed several book bucks. However, no shooters were within range during shooting light. Crops are still being harvested in the area. The...
Larger Packs
If you want quality and larger packs, you can't go wrong with Kifaru. Another alternative with a good reputation is Mystery Ranch. They are both made in the U.S.A.
Alan Brown of A.J. Brown
Alan Brown of A.J. Brown Arms in Bloomfield makes top shelf rifles in these calibers. A.J. Brown Arms Co.. Is also very familiar with a few highly effective options for a 1.8" limit.
All good comments. You would learn from either.
Louis has an incredible eye for detail and diagnosing problems. As stated above, he is a more than an instructor. He is a teacher.
You never know how long he will still be travelling, so no time is better than now.
.458 SOCOM
They are, indeed, awesome. There are people on this site that sell the RRA upper. You can also order one directly from Rock River, but I've read there is a long wait. They typically fetch $700. It is difficult to find a used one. If you don't have an AR lower, you will need to...
Bob has always been straight up with me. I haven't recently purchased from any other shop. If he doesn't have what you want, he will do his best to get it for you. Definitely no high pressure sales tactics.
Rangefinder
I picked up a Bushnell 1000 Scout with ARC. Got it barely used and am happy with it. Sometimes you can find demo or refurb units at places like Natchez Shooters Supply.
Nice deer.
How do you like the optic set up for that rifle? I have one I am setting up for deer and am trying to decide to work with it for next year. LaRue and Leupold are obviously tip top, what made you choose it over other options?
Which ammunition?