We've got a week to go over here in MI and the old .308 model 100 Winchester is NOT cooperating. The target looks like I shot with my eyes closed. It has always liked the blue box 180gr Federals. I've tried just about everything I know to get it to tighten up. Anybody with a model 88 or 100 and have any suggestions?
I like the old girl, but if she doesn't settle down, she's gonna have to stay home.
If it shot well in the past it could be a bad scope,loose scope rings/bases or a bedding issue. Check the barrel crown too.
Saved me some typing. If it used to be fine, look for something that has loosened, broken or swelled. Don't forget about bench technique, too.
Good luck with it.
Charlie,
Good advice above, but I'll add my .02 !
How long since you've cleaned the barrel ?
Only reason I ask, happened to me this year in my pre mil Savage 99, .308.
Target looked like a splatter gun, took it home, checked every thing for tightness, thorough cleaning (solvent) & tried again.
Back to minute of deer.
Wet out & shot my moose with it the next weekend.
Like Dave, I'm using Federal Fusion 165 grain.
Good luck with it.
Paul.
Paul.
"Kids who grow up hunting, fishing & trapping, do not mug little old Ladies"
