Browning BLR 308 pre 1981 100 yard accuracy test

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  • @14goldmedals
    @14goldmedals 22 дні тому +2

    On my 308 F-TR rifle there's a Sightron SIII 10-50x60mm Long Range Target Dot scope. It is solid out to 1000 yards. The clicks are tactile and crisp and these babies are known for the accuracy of return to zero testing and holding zero perfectly.
    I'd buy their hunting scopes in a heartbeat. Canada has dealers and their big in Europe so it might be the American dollar strength involved.

  • @michaelrihel9584
    @michaelrihel9584 25 днів тому +3

    Just subscribed, love your content. My 88 winchester loves 150 sierra pro hunters (flat base). It can be hard to find them. Luckily the 150 ballistic tips shoot almost as good. Love sierras. I have owned a couple BLRs, steel receiver mirokus but am not crazy about the straight stock, they were great guns, just not for me. I really love the win 88s and the savage 99s. I really love guys like you who shoot older rifles and show how accurate they can be, so sick of guys shooting their crud moors at steel over 300 yards. your channel is like a breath of fresh air.

  • @paulmoss7940
    @paulmoss7940 28 днів тому +4

    Best centerfire levergun in existence today.

  • @14goldmedals
    @14goldmedals 23 дні тому +2

    Mine is a near mint condition .308 Win with the factory mag. I'm up in Alberta, Canada and I was able to buy 2 new reproduction mags that are so perfect you'd never know the difference and I'd bet money on it. Numrich Arms had them 2 years ago so I'd check with them. If a Northern Alberta boy got lucky, they're out there.

  • @ryansetter9014
    @ryansetter9014 29 днів тому +3

    I have a model 81 in 7mm-08. Bought it when i was a senior in high school and has been my whitetail deer rifle for thirty years now. It has never let me down. I agree with you on the fact that it doesn't have the best trigger. Good video.

  • @maxpinson5002
    @maxpinson5002 28 днів тому +4

    I've had pre-81's in 243 and 308 both. Belgian and Miroku
    both. Both excellent firearms.
    Very accurate and well built.
    No trouble or any problems
    with any of them

    • @chrisevansgunshorsesranchi699
      @chrisevansgunshorsesranchi699  28 днів тому +2

      @@maxpinson5002 that’s awesome

    • @maxpinson5002
      @maxpinson5002 28 днів тому +1

      @chrisevansgunshorsesranchi699
      Unfortunately I no longer have
      any of the old firearms I once
      had. The places I've hunted
      these last few years can be
      successfully hunted with an
      inexpensive pawn shop whatever
      or the black powder muzzleloader
      I've had, or with an arrow.
      Not many shots over 100-150 yards.
      When I got to hunt farther west
      and south where the shots are
      farther out, any of those Browning's
      were more than adequate to put
      game in freezer bags.
      Wasn't any use in letting them sit
      so they went to new homes to
      be used as intended

  • @oncall21
    @oncall21 28 днів тому +4

    Great video. I own a Browning A Bolt 11 in .308 and a Winchester Model 70 Extreme in 308 also. In both rifles the 165gr Sierra Gamekings seem to be the projectile of choice. These shoot sub MOA in both rifles so I can see why they shoot well in your BLR. Beautiful rifle too by the way. I love the rack and pinion bolt system which allows for a short bolt throw. The only let down is the trigger (which can be smithed if need be). Down here in Australia these rifles are popular on pigs and deer. Thanks for sharing!

    • @chrisevansgunshorsesranchi699
      @chrisevansgunshorsesranchi699  28 днів тому +2

      @@oncall21 thanks for the great comment. I also have the mod 70 extreme weather in 264 win mag. One of my favorites for sure. Thanks for watching from Australia

  • @johnward8846
    @johnward8846 29 днів тому +2

    Good video. Enjoyed your presentation of the rifle, and the honest appraisal of it's points, both good and less good.
    I've avoided browning CF rifles for decades, but I think I could like and use one like this.

  • @gunner4373
    @gunner4373 29 днів тому +4

    I've got the same rifle in .243. Steel frame Belgian production. Bought it in the early 90's used. Came horribly copper fouled and shot 3+" groups until i finally got it cleaned out. After that it started getting great 1-1.5" groups with good ol factory 100gr Coreloks and that's what I've stuck with, even after trying several reloads.

    • @10CowRanch-gn1iy
      @10CowRanch-gn1iy 29 днів тому +2

      The BLR in 243 is awesome. I do love these rifles Thanks for watching

  • @jasonaffeldt7838
    @jasonaffeldt7838 29 днів тому +3

    I was going to buy used BLR in 243 in 80's and my Dad said no to the used Browning. He did let me go with a new angle eject win 94 in 307 Win. I never bought a BLR. I always wanted one. You take care.🇺🇲🌲🔥🔪

  • @luvtahandload7692
    @luvtahandload7692 29 днів тому +4

    I have a newer BLR in 358. Haven't hunted with it or even shot it a lot. But the idea of a slab-sided lever action using spitzer bullets as a scabbard gun for elk appeals to me. It seems to like 225 gr Sierra Gamekings. I just might work up a coyote load using a revolver bullet for schitts n giggles. Thanks for the vid!

    • @chrisevansgunshorsesranchi699
      @chrisevansgunshorsesranchi699  29 днів тому +2

      That sounds like a ton of fun. Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching

    • @bertkilborne6464
      @bertkilborne6464 21 день тому +1

      I have a .358 BLR I m amazed at how accurate it is with Barnes 200 Gr over about 41 gr LeveRevolution

    • @chrisevansgunshorsesranchi699
      @chrisevansgunshorsesranchi699  20 днів тому +1

      @@bertkilborne6464 I would like to have a 358 Awesome close range woods gun

  • @charlesrichardson3953
    @charlesrichardson3953 29 днів тому +2

    Have the same vintage BLR, it shoots great just like yours. I had the good fortune of getting a spare magazine years ago and still have the original magazine, but the spring needs to be retempered, I think. I use 150 grain Hornady's had used 150 grain sierras, but they sailed through the last deer I used them on without much expansion but that was decades ago. Good video.

    • @chrisevansgunshorsesranchi699
      @chrisevansgunshorsesranchi699  29 днів тому +1

      @@charlesrichardson3953 thanks for the great comment. BLR in 243 would be awesome. Thanks for watching

  • @jeffryrichardson9105
    @jeffryrichardson9105 29 днів тому +2

    Awesome job!👍🏽😊❤️🇺🇸

  • @robbrown4053
    @robbrown4053 29 днів тому +2

    I'd take those groups any day. Well done!

  • @ericjohnson6672
    @ericjohnson6672 21 день тому

    I own the newer blr aluminum receiver,and it too is a great shooter. No sling attachments and rather not get it done afraid of what may happen. I have mine topped with Leupold 2-7x32

  • @jerryreynolds8151
    @jerryreynolds8151 29 днів тому +4

    God Bless America 🇺🇸

  • @williamfeldner9356
    @williamfeldner9356 10 днів тому

    I have 2 steel receiver models in 308 and 358. Both have very nice triggers and are very accurate. I think the older steel receiver models were better made than current models. Mine, display quality and craftsmanship.

    • @chrisevansgunshorsesranchi699
      @chrisevansgunshorsesranchi699  10 днів тому

      @@williamfeldner9356 I do like mine I just picked up another steel recover model in 243 “for the grandkids “. Haha. Thanks for watching

  • @flashgordon99999
    @flashgordon99999 23 дні тому

    I have a White Gold Medallion BLR (2018 if I remember right) in .308 and love the rifle. I run with Skinner sights at the moment. Has a very high grade walnut stock and forestock and is almost too pretty to hunt with but I do. LOL

  • @edwardhoward4708
    @edwardhoward4708 28 днів тому +1

    Great video, Thank you for sharing.
    I have it on my short list to get a new BLR in .308, stainless with wood stock.
    Is there any reason I should be considering a pre-81 instead?

    • @chrisevansgunshorsesranchi699
      @chrisevansgunshorsesranchi699  28 днів тому +1

      @@edwardhoward4708 The pre 1981 have a steel receiver. The new one’s have an aluminum alloy receiver. I have no experience with the new one’s. I don’t think I would be scared of a new one. The stainless would be better for weather resistant. Thanks for the comment

  • @JeRKII
    @JeRKII 19 днів тому

    Nice rifle. Lucky those projectiles shoot the same or better.

  • @larrywilliams2359
    @larrywilliams2359 29 днів тому +2

    Have the same, purchased it in the early 70’s used but in new condition for $125 and &50 for a Redfield 2-7 scope. I’ve shot many bucks with it. It’s accurate, say 1 to 1 and 1/2 moa. As far as a spot and stock Gun they don’t come better, mabe a 7600 rem pump ?

  • @leroymorris6036
    @leroymorris6036 27 днів тому +1

    Nice gun

  • @pauldickson1495
    @pauldickson1495 24 дні тому

    My dad gave me his 1977 blr. Mint . Maybe 50-60 rounds threw it . And I agree with you on the sightron stuff. Awesome glass . I have some of the binoculars. Japanese glass

  • @guaporeturns9472
    @guaporeturns9472 29 днів тому +2

    I have a 57 or 58 Savage 99f in 308 that is an absolute killer. That thing has provided a lot of meat. It loves both 150 and 180 Federal blue box… I actually can’t tell much difference in group size.

    • @chrisevansgunshorsesranchi699
      @chrisevansgunshorsesranchi699  29 днів тому +2

      @@guaporeturns9472 I have a 99 in 308 as well. It’s awesome too. Thanks for watching

    • @guaporeturns9472
      @guaporeturns9472 29 днів тому

      @ I had a BLR in 243 and for some reason I just didn’t like it.. not even sure why because I love that caliber , just seems I always grabbed something else when I needed a rifle.

  • @nevillebriggs1002
    @nevillebriggs1002 27 днів тому

    I've loaded many types of projectiles in different weights and shapes in my BLR lightening 308win and have always found that they usually shoot pretty much to a very similar point of aim.

  • @bobd8553
    @bobd8553 29 днів тому +1

    Nice rifle, I have a Japan made one that still has the steel receiver in 7mm-08. Great handy shooter. Mine has a decent trigger 3.5#. But the bolt is not the smoothest, especially when contacting the hammer. When you clean that old war horse, just make sure you don't take it apart. DO NOT REMOVE the bolt, I have heard it's hell getting it back together. Just spray some gun scrubber, compressed air and gently relube.

    • @10CowRanch-gn1iy
      @10CowRanch-gn1iy 29 днів тому +2

      Thanks for the comment. Funny you say not to take the bolt out. I broke the extractor on mine a few years ago. I replaced it myself and yes the bolt is a challenge to put back in. I had a gunsmith tell me he would not work on it because they are a beast. I got it back together not much problem. I do love these rifles. Thanks for watching

  • @paulmetcalf1934
    @paulmetcalf1934 28 днів тому +1

    good video there is a company in western Canada I believe is called magtech they 3d print mags hope it helps 10:23

  • @boostimalaka1
    @boostimalaka1 29 днів тому

    I have the Sightron S2 made in Japan. Sightron is an American company. Back in the 2000’s they had a good scope. They were made at one of the best Optic makers in Japan that at the time Nikon was using on their Monarch line of optics.
    The Big Sky line came out, I purchased a 3-9x42 and it was incredibly bright in low light with crystal clear lenses. I had the opportunity in 1990 to buy a BLR in .308 that belonged to a guy who allowed us to hunt his property. $450.00. At that time my friend talked me out it to buy a Remington 700 .300 Weatherby Magnum that was brand new for that price. I still have the Remington 700 and it’s in mint condition.

  • @user-pm5jh8vj2x
    @user-pm5jh8vj2x 29 днів тому

    I had one of these. Kept it for about 10 years. It had the worst trigger I have experienced and could not find a decent smith that would touch it. It was so bad I could never get it to group better than about 3moa. Traded it (plus a bunch of cash) for a Ruger GSR and have never regretted it.

  • @daveb8457
    @daveb8457 29 днів тому +1

    When I see a plastic tip I think of premature expansion. Do you think this bullet in a 308 would be adequate for Elk at 250 to 300 max yds?

    • @chrisevansgunshorsesranchi699
      @chrisevansgunshorsesranchi699  29 днів тому +2

      I think it would be good for elk. The game king is a good hunting bullet in my experience Thanks for watching

  • @boydsteenblock1328
    @boydsteenblock1328 28 днів тому

    Great gun!
    I have always liked the Brownings.
    I would like to get a BAR in .270 Winchester sometime.
    I think that the Henry Longranger is a loose copy of the BLR.

  • @aaronwilcox6417
    @aaronwilcox6417 6 днів тому

    Theres affordable 3D printed mags for that rifle made in Canada.
    Ive got the model 81 but with steel reciever and new mag style and one on 450 Marlin. Theyre cool rifles.

    • @chrisevansgunshorsesranchi699
      @chrisevansgunshorsesranchi699  6 днів тому

      Thanks for the comment Another viewer told me about the mags from Canada. I have some ordered they should be here the first of January. I will do a review on them when the get here. My UA-cam viewer s are the best Thanks for watching

  • @IMBrute-ir7gz
    @IMBrute-ir7gz 25 днів тому

    Was this rifle Belgian or Japanese? As for "sticky extraction," WHAT sticky extraction? I didn't see any "sticky extraction!" How sticky was it? Why didn't you show what it took to clear it?

  • @nicholasrello5974
    @nicholasrello5974 28 днів тому +1

    I purchased mine in 1971 for $150 brand new I shoot the Barnes 165X the older ones without the candle cut in it dead accurate

  • @ammarchetta
    @ammarchetta 29 днів тому

    They are an under appreciated gun. Their price point back in the day was always more than a 94 or 336 which hurt sales u think

  • @smallbore7025
    @smallbore7025 28 днів тому

    I have dad’s. i should’ve used it this year. It is a 308 as well.

  • @stevenlivingstone8401
    @stevenlivingstone8401 20 днів тому

    I have the aluminum frame the trigger is horrendous can't believe they let it out of the factory that way.i still get 2 inch groups at100 i could probably cut that in half if i didn't have to fight the trigger

    • @chrisevansgunshorsesranchi699
      @chrisevansgunshorsesranchi699  20 днів тому

      Too bad they pretty tricky to work on. I have had the bolt out of mine a couple of times. I wouldn't recommend it unless you have more patience than I do. I had a gunsmith tell me he wouldn't touch mine. Good luck Thanks for watching

  • @markabercrombie9155
    @markabercrombie9155 28 днів тому +1

    I gave my grandson one in 6.5 Cm, two bucks in two years...

    • @chrisevansgunshorsesranchi699
      @chrisevansgunshorsesranchi699  28 днів тому +1

      @@markabercrombie9155 grandpa’s are awesome. I have three grandkids now. I hope I can be awesome too hahah

  • @Mountainghost72
    @Mountainghost72 28 днів тому

    I've got an older 80's 308 also, the trigger is absolutely cringe, you might want to check out the 165 grain ELDX too, good video 👍🏾

  • @god-gunsmerica9043
    @god-gunsmerica9043 5 днів тому

    That's a nice payment.

  • @davidbarnes7711
    @davidbarnes7711 27 днів тому

    I twice attempted to enter a comment re 3D printed magazines for your rifle and it did not take- maybe YT blocked due to website info??? I sent you an email with the website & info- hope it helps.

  • @michaelthompson7570
    @michaelthompson7570 29 днів тому +1

    Friend has one in 270,,named “thumper”……..

  • @DouglasPrice-p9q
    @DouglasPrice-p9q 24 дні тому

    ... that scope is Tascos budget line

  • @MatthewGrader
    @MatthewGrader 22 дні тому

    It’s a nice rifle, certainly way too small to be a gun.

  • @easttexan2933
    @easttexan2933 27 днів тому

    You completely destroyed the outdoor writers of america claim that a rifle barrel has to be free floated for best accuracy. What a myth !! Just ask any Pre64 Winchester Model 70 owner about that. Good shootin pard.

    • @chrisevansgunshorsesranchi699
      @chrisevansgunshorsesranchi699  27 днів тому

      @@easttexan2933 thanks for the positive comments. I’ll take all of those I can get. I do love this little rifle. Thanks for watching.

    • @14goldmedals
      @14goldmedals 23 дні тому +1

      Don't forget the Rem 700 pressure bump in the barrel channel of their wood stocks, seemed to work ok.

    • @easttexan2933
      @easttexan2933 22 дні тому

      @@14goldmedals absolutely.