forty_caliber
40 Cal
Took the Kibler out to the range today. Rifle performed well and I had a great time.
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.40's Kibler build
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What distance were you shooting and what load were you using? Since you just finished the build, I assume that you are at the front end of load development for this one...
forty_caliber
40 Cal
This was 25 yards. Really just a function check. I'm having a hard time seeing the sights. Rear sight is in pretty good focus but I can't see the front blade. At this point, I think I need to change the sights to see if I can get a better picture. Could use suggestions in this regard.
I was loading 60gr of Goex FFg under a .530 with a .018 pre-cut patch lubed with beeswax and mineral oil. Running a dry patch between shots.
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Probably .7 reading glasses will do more good than changing the sights.
Try a buckhorn sight. I had problems either seeing my target or seeing the rear sight. The buckhorn fixed this for me
I'm the first to admit I still have a lot to learn but how does changing the rear sight help one see the front sight better? Not asking for a friend, plain ol' ignorance on my part...
I don’t know the science behind it, but I believe it has to do with the similar affects of a peep sight, which has also been discussed on this board. Someone else would be of more assist to answer your question than I, but I do know it worked for me.
I think it is called the diopter effect. But I am not sure that is the same effect as using a buckhorn.
I find the tv blurry.
But if I look through a primer pocket and flash hole it becomes real clear. Kinda freaky really.
I find the tv blurry.
But if I look through a primer pocket and flash hole it becomes real clear. Kinda freaky really.
Hatchet-Jack
54 Cal.
Beautiful job on the Kibler. I love the finish on the metal and wood. I'm building a SMR right now and will use T&T as well.
For better sighting you might want to try a pair of these. Reading glasses are ok but hard to look through when your head is in shooting position. They tend to slip down so you end up looking over the top of them. These are Full Lens Magnification.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KSJQC8W/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
For better sighting you might want to try a pair of these. Reading glasses are ok but hard to look through when your head is in shooting position. They tend to slip down so you end up looking over the top of them. These are Full Lens Magnification.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KSJQC8W/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I've found the 0.75 or the 0.5 diopter magnifications to work better to bring the front sight into focus than the more powerful 1.50 diopter.
Get a set of Armyman style aperture rifle sights used on unmentionables. That should help you see better. Maybe Skinner sights?
Siringo
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I also have a 54. I use 90 grs of Goex Old Enysford FFG, 0.530 ball and a 0.020 prelubed daisy patch. One inch groups (benched) at 50 yards. I started low on the charges and when I got up to 90 grains it started to shoot.
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Siringo
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535 dia is wrong on the picture. It’s was .530
You can also use the diopter effect by punching a 1/8" or 3/16" hole in a 1" piece of plastic electrical tape. Place the tape on your shooting glasses in a position to see the sights. The pin hole effect of the hole in the tape will put everything in focus from the rear sight to the target when you find the optimal sized hole in the tape.
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Gorgeous rifle--thanks for sharing.
I'm waiting for the day (if ever) Kibler puts out a left-handed lock.
I'm waiting for the day (if ever) Kibler puts out a left-handed lock.
boozie
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What a beautiful work of art. Thinking about ordering one, would love to do a Kibler kit with my father and sons. It would make a great family heirloom. I'm a little nervous, I've never assembled or built a long rifle before. Sure would be nice to see dad shoot the finished product.
Congrats on a fine build.
Congrats on a fine build.
I love it! Congratulations, you are talented for sure! Beautiful rifle!
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How much oxpho did it take? I am wondering if the case you mentioned is necessary, or if singles would do the job.
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Hard to give advice on the power of glasses for shooting.everyone is different.
the more powerful the magnification the closer the focus. If one is able to see the rear but not the front sight, one needs to make the focus more distant not less.
the more powerful the magnification the closer the focus. If one is able to see the rear but not the front sight, one needs to make the focus more distant not less.
