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Offline MattC

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FA Test Targets
« on: October 25, 2006, 01:01:30 PM »
How far are they shot at?  The smart guys show the test targets on gunbroker to really tempt me that I need to buy one.  Looking for a premiere 83 how much should I pay for a new one?
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Offline MarkH

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Re: FA Test Targets
« Reply #1 on: October 26, 2006, 01:53:55 AM »
I think at 25 or 30 yards but they shoot pretty good way on out there too ...

You can find a used Premiere grade for $1000 on up.  For a good sampling of new prices, check the Buy It Now prices on gunbroker for a while.  Seems like $1600+ depending on options.
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Re: FA Test Targets
« Reply #2 on: October 26, 2006, 12:12:53 PM »
IIRC, my test target on my 475 4 1/2 inch 83 premiere was at 35 yards and it is hard to tell it is more than one shot.  It is in fact all five cylinders.  :)

New to you will definitely be in the $1600 plus range depending on options, but well worth the investment.

I can tell you for sure, my 475 will never be sold.  It is my standard packin pistol on trail rides or even just doin chores around the place.

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Re: FA Test Targets
« Reply #3 on: January 12, 2007, 01:53:11 PM »
SJPrice,
I love the look of the grips on that FA.  I have micartas on my guns but the stag is fine.  Thanks for sharing.  If you don't mind, who did them for you.  GS
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Offline Ken ONeill

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Re: FA Test Targets
« Reply #4 on: January 12, 2007, 04:06:43 PM »
I've been on that indoor test range downstairs at the FA factory, and Bob Baker might weigh in to correct me, but I think it's 20 yards. Irregardless, most, if not all, of them seem to be capable of shooting better than we can on a regular basis.
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Re: FA Test Targets
« Reply #5 on: January 13, 2007, 04:27:25 PM »
I just looked at a new one tonight and mine is stamped 25 yards.  So, I'm guessing 25 yards.  GS
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Re: FA Test Targets
« Reply #6 on: January 16, 2007, 08:14:13 AM »
GS,

The grips were shaped and mounted for me by Eagle Grips.  You can find them online or reach them at their facility in Carol Stream, IL.  I can tell you the fit and finish is fantastic and like all natural horn grips, they are improving in color the more I handle them.

Steve
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Offline Lee Robinson

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Re: FA Test Targets
« Reply #7 on: January 17, 2007, 01:15:13 AM »
I assume they are shot with Hornady XTP bullets from conversation...but I don't know. Can someone tell me if that is correct?
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Re: FA Test Targets
« Reply #8 on: January 18, 2007, 06:39:18 AM »
Thank you sir.  I actually was looking at thier site a couple of days ago and was wondering what they would look like.  Thanks again.  GS
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