Sighting in Parkwest Arms SD-10 For Africa

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2 ай бұрын

Welcome to Ron Spomer Outdoors! The big day has come! It's time to put a scope on my new Parkwest Arms SD-10 rifle, take it out to the range, and sight it in.
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For 44 years I’ve had the good fortune to photograph and write about my passion - the outdoor life. Wild creatures and wild places have always stirred me - from the first flushing pheasant that frightened me out of my socks in grandpa’s cornfield to the last whitetail that dismissed me with a wag of its tail. In my attempts to connect with this natural wonder, to become an integral part of our ecosystem and capture a bit of its mystery, I’ve photographed, hiked, hunted, birded, and fished across much of this planet. I've seen the beauty that everyone should see, survived adventures that everyone should experience. I may not have climbed the highest mountains, canoed the wildest rivers, caught the largest fish or shot the biggest bucks, but I’ve tried. Perhaps you have, too. And that’s the essential thing. Being out there, an active participant in our outdoor world.
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@ronaldjohnson1474 2 ай бұрын

Attention manufacturers! If Ron Spomer says he loves his 7x57, you should produce them again. Other people want one, too!

@brianklamer3328 2 ай бұрын

Lipsey's may have a Ruger #1 in 7x57 at this time.

@wesleywhitworth2424 2 ай бұрын

I second that motion. The classics still work.

@CandidZulu 2 ай бұрын

7X57R is popular in Europe still.

@hakokiri3627 2 ай бұрын

+ P from the factory.

@michaelwilson9986 2 ай бұрын

Agree n been telling em for a long while....2nd the +p n raise it to +p+..

@WayStedYou 2 ай бұрын

That final group was measured wrong. I think Ron needs to paste up the old holes as he goes

@JamesClark-lw6sw 2 ай бұрын

He needs his get his eyesight checked or spend more time getting the scope focused. He has had as lot of trouble seeing bullet holes in the targets for the last few years. No excuse really since he should be able to play the video back so he knows where each shot in any group actually landed.

@billhatcher2984 2 ай бұрын

The two shots were almost touching two inches to the right

@brettwhetzel4705 2 ай бұрын

@billhatcher2984 No they weren't. Watch it again. 1st shot was up 4 inches and .75 to the right. 2nd was up 2.5 and 2 to the right. 3rd was dead on but 2.5 high. About a 2 inch group. He (and you) were looking at the wrong hole. I'd certainly want more out of a custom made $10k rifle!!! Maybe it was the wind. Maybe not. Guess we'll have to wait and see.

@charlessmith4242 2 ай бұрын

* I agree, at the very least he should have his spotting scope situated on his bench.

@douglaslanners6221 Ай бұрын

I have a bunch of targets so Ron doesn't have to shoot at just one

@boothsar78 2 ай бұрын

Love your excitement after all these years, great to see you like a kid with a new toy!

@mattevans-koch9353 2 ай бұрын

What a beautiful rifle, Ron. The best loads I found for my 7x57 bolt action rifle used the 139 gr and the 154 grain Hornady Interlock SP bullets. I loaded them to just under the max loads listed in the 1976 Hornady manual. Three shot groups at 100 yards could be covered with a Kennedy half dollar. Best wishes for a great African hunt.

@Weatherby406 2 ай бұрын

That same scope caused me to get rid of 3 good rifles that wouldn’t group. Turned out it was the scope.. 250rounds of 300 Weatherby and it exploded internally.

@completesystemfailure4669 2 ай бұрын

The finish on that rifle is so Sweet .

@douglaslanners6221 Ай бұрын

Oh my lord from the case hardened metal to the wood !

@locarnese5598 2 ай бұрын

I was at Parkwest just two weeks ago, and the gentleman who is going with you on your upcoming African hunt talked about your rifle. Have a great time and congratulations on your beautiful SD-10.

@mikga45 2 ай бұрын

Not impressed with the groups for a high end rifle.

@DocHudson420 2 ай бұрын

@@mikga45it’s a hunting rifle for Africa. Not a competition precision rifle. He also only shot the cheap Cor Lokt and Federal ammo. So that doesn’t help.

@KenRen-hw8uv 2 ай бұрын

@@mikga45I agree with you on the point that the groups did seem disappointing. However, considering the relatively uncommon chambering the options for bullet selection are limited. Normally each of these rifles are tested by the manufacturer to ensure accuracy in a certain loading. Parkwest usually sends a target with the rifle showing how it shot. Considering the speciality of this rifle, and who it was going to, it may have not been extensively tested shooting wise per request. Ron may have to load his own hand-loads of the various bullet types to find something it truly likes. Factory ammo options and availability are certainly limited for his rifle. My point being that these rifles are very capable but I understand your point. Mine shoots a Barnes TSX between 1/3” to 1/2” with calm conditions.

@andrewcleveland Ай бұрын

I had one of the ruger Africans in 275 rigby (7x57). I believe they only produced 250 of those in a special run, maybe for lipsey but not sure. That thing shot patterns with the anemic factory loads, but shot great with handloads, especially the 160 and 175 grain loads I had worked up.

@brentworls8509 2 ай бұрын

There is no bad 7mm chambering, they're all great. This is the grandpappy of greatness in a super beautiful custom rifle.

@GoetzFamilyAsia 2 ай бұрын

I went hunting in the Czech Republic in the 90s with a Ruger No. 1 with Mannlicher stock and 20" barrel and caliber 7x57mm. I shot a roe buck there at 180 m. 7x57 is a good hunting cartridge. I also had a pre-war Mauser in 7x57 (1937) and an FN Mauser in 9.3x62 caliber. I am a German from Franconia and now live in Thailand.

@gatorflea2788 2 ай бұрын

.284 projectile is the king from way back !

@markbyler151 2 ай бұрын

What a beautiful gun! I took a Ruger A-1 in 7x57 to Africa in 1995. We shot Kudu, wildebeest, waterbuck, blesbuck, and impala. None traveled more then a few yards. I was afraid that the professional hunter would think I was undergunned but on arrival he was carrying a 7x57 Mauser as a back up! We used 160gr Nosler PT at 2700fps. If you have a modern rifle and handload you should be able to reach a velocity of 2650fpos with RL19, RL 22, Hunter 4350. I just sent that Rifle back to Ruger to have it re-stocked and re-barreled. I will not be as beautiful as your single shot BUT I will be very proud of it!

@clayweston1790 2 ай бұрын

Sorry Ron but that extraction system would give me the pips. Love the look of the rifle, and glad you're happy

@rohanbeukes6663 2 ай бұрын

Very nice rifle Ron! As a hunter from South Africa the 7x57 for me personally is marginal for Eland and Kudu. It is a great caliber for close shots in the bush on impala and other medium sized game.

@davidchase1439 Ай бұрын

Using the 175 nosler partition st closer ranges suitable for all but large bears

@wretchedmess 2 ай бұрын

Such an absolutely beautiful rifle! It sure did not like those Remington loads at all, and that last group actually was about 2" ( you measured from a previous hole). The Federal seemed to do well... you might have to work up a good handload for Africa!

@williamthomas3620 Ай бұрын

I'm glad you put the 3.5 x10 on there. Middle aged eyes like yours and mine need all the help we can get.

@raytribble8075 2 ай бұрын

Beautiful rifle. Down 8 clicks and give her 3-4 clicks right… but with the Remington ammo… it’s a 2 MOA gun based on your last group.

@Tactical_Outpost 2 ай бұрын

Beautiful Rifle, don’t know if I like the groups it send!

@jeremyfrix522 2 ай бұрын

Mighty fine rifle you got there i really like the matching scope rings the case hardened look is always a classic 👍🏻👍🏻

@peterweikel7123 2 ай бұрын

Being a huge No1 fan I was fascinated when you first showed your rifle. It is absolutely gorgeous even if it is way out of my budget.

@mj_slender6717 2 ай бұрын

Mesmerizing. Just.......speechless Ron.

@nikos6220 2 ай бұрын

Good thing Ron wants to use a handload. If you overlay the Remington groups that looks like a shot of double ought buck 😂

@mckimmym 2 ай бұрын

Definitely a beautiful rifle. I’ll leave it at that.

@johnfitzgerald6510 Ай бұрын

Ron, what a beautiful rifle I wish they would come back with more of the falling blocks.

@jarodcrazyindian Ай бұрын

Ron is legendary 👍🏽

@mlwardssa 2 ай бұрын

Nice shooting from the sitting position! BTW, if that rife has a standard 7x57 throat/leade, you'll probably find the 160-grain (i.e., longer) bullets shoot better since they'll keep the principal axis tilt to a minimum. Every one of my 7x57s shoot cup and core 156-175 grain bullets better than the lighter/shorter ones. I'm planning to load the Barnes 145-gr LRX to see if, since they're longer, they will give the same accuracy as the longer/heavier cup and cores. Something tells me they just might. As you know, the 7x57 is generally a handloader's cartridge, so have fun developing the load it likes. Great video, as always.

@timvinding8995 Ай бұрын

I really don't have much experience shooting any type of single shot, short of a front stuffer. Simply seeing the excitement you show in shooting that sweet falling block makes a guy want to pick one up. Thanks for your great content Ron!

@jeopardy4100 2 ай бұрын

What lovely piece of kit.

@johnhauth 2 ай бұрын

Ron, invest in a spotting scope for the range

@jeopardy4100 2 ай бұрын

Vortex will read this and probably offer him one.

@dgoodman1484 Ай бұрын

And wind flags! lol

@wallyfirkins1664 2 ай бұрын

A Beaut Ron. I can see why you love this one.

@garypage9515 2 ай бұрын

I would go with a European ammunition like Sellier & Benoit 7 × 57 (PTSV330992) 162 GRS. The bullet is manufactured by Hornady, and the 162 grain has higher velocity than the Remington 140's you are shooting. Either that or the Norma Oryx 156 grain.

@michaelwilson9986 2 ай бұрын

S&B Xengrey Blue should be good for any plains game n 150 Lead Free

@sandybarnett7502 2 ай бұрын

No,no,no, measured wrong hole ! More like 2 inches. Beautiful rifle but shooting all over the place

@johnanderson3405 2 ай бұрын

I’ve been watching Ron for about two years now and his content and character are both first class. I’m very surprised that he doesn’t have over 1 million subscribers. Let’s spread the word and share his videos. He deserves more recognition than he’s getting. 😊

@ianmccutcheon6319 2 ай бұрын

I'm having a great time watching this video . Such a beautiful rifle you have there. I hope you make wonderful memories with it. Take care Ron

@JamesJones-cx5pk 2 ай бұрын

I shoot one shot at 33 yards. I then make my click adjustments X3. I then back up to 99 yards and shoot #2. One more adjustment should put you exactly where you want it.

@anticorossa4591 2 ай бұрын

Love it!

@SteveChishamSr 2 ай бұрын

I am glad it's doing so good

@johnkaraphillis754 2 ай бұрын

Beautiful rifle and great nostalgic cartridge. Have your work cut out getting to 3K fps with a 140gr bullet. Keep us posted.

@ottokittel709 2 ай бұрын

looks like a kid in a candy store ! I a glad that that 7x57 will not be just a safe queen. can't wait to see the pictures and the story of the hunt !

@williamgaines9784 2 ай бұрын

Most of those commercial 7x57 loads are lower pressure as there are still some 19th Century rifles still in use, including the Remington rolling block. You should be able to upload your handloads a bit. If Parkwest makes that action in modern cartridge or magnums, it should be able to outdo the 7mm-08 in velocity. I am considering having a Rem 700 rebarreled to 7x57. Good luck on your safari.

@andrewcleveland Ай бұрын

Absolutely right. In a strong action I’ve never had any problems getting a 7x57 to out run a 7mm08. Especially with the heavy bullets. That extra case capacity is nice.

@forrestebert5276 2 ай бұрын

I shoot one of the first 50 rifles manufactured by Ruger in 7x57 with two great loads . One being the 142 all copper Nosler bullet and the other the 150 Barnes . Both loads shoot pretty much the same in the .5”-.6” area. This rifle has. Been to Africa as well but with my Mother doing the workout with her! Great caliber isn’t the fastest 7mm out there but how it just drops the game in its tracks! My first loads I ever used were with a 139 grain bullet made for Browning very very accurate but never knew who the manufacturer was?

@fedup3582 2 ай бұрын

Beautiful rifle. I hope you find a good load and have a great hunt in Africa. Looking forward to the videos.

@dgoodman1484 Ай бұрын

Falling block rifles are awesome and very traditional in Africa. We’ve all seen the pic of Selous with his farq. Mounting a big scope really hinders loading however and the don’t have a lot of bedding surface but as long as folks are aware of the limitations, (like how a scope not only gets in the way of loading, they also make them carry the same as a bolt and you loose that slim small one handed grip that is so easy to carry) they are definitely cool 👍🏼

@timkirkpatrick9155 Ай бұрын

Really beautiful rifle! Congratulations!

@albydoucet8467 2 ай бұрын

That's a beautiful rifle sir!!!

@billhendon1017 Ай бұрын

Sweet rifle! Congratulations on it !

@njm1251 Ай бұрын

Shoot and see targets are a great tool!

@daneboro6847 2 ай бұрын

That definitely is a sweet rifle, good luck in Africa 🌍 👍

@Sticky7173 2 ай бұрын

Gorgeous rifle!!!

@toddheckl2494 2 ай бұрын

nice choice of cartridge . i like the old 6.5 creedmore. i think its a 6.5x55 sweed. wow nothing realy changes

@creightonsmith5333 Ай бұрын

I'm somewhat surprised that such a fine rifle had not been regulated with a specific load at the factory. I have a Ruger No.1A in 7X57 that is very finicky. I tried all the usual modifications to the fore end but it still wants to spread shots all over. I also have a fine custom Mauser in 7x57 that gives me great groups with almost any factory ammo. I will be very interested when you try some handloads. Good Luck

@gregtruchot8826 2 ай бұрын

Amazing rifle! I look forward to your hand load results.

@jasonrottlaender1721 2 ай бұрын

Man that's a gorgeous rifle. I think that group opened up when you moved the fore arm rest back. Sorry to say you're measuring the wrong hole. But every gun has its own likes hopefully it likes the Barnes or hammer bullets better.

@scottstruif3939 2 ай бұрын

The elephant won’t know the difference

@ibnewton8951 2 ай бұрын

@@scottstruif3939 I don’t believe elephant have been taken using 7x57 since the days of WDM Bell. It is NOT a big game rifle caliber.

@jic1 2 ай бұрын

@@ibnewton8951 True, but the warthog won't know the difference either.

@lyndonhamby7432 2 ай бұрын

Heck yeah Ron. Beautiful rifle 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

@samuelkoger5136 2 ай бұрын

Great video. I am sure as the barrel gets broken in and you find out how it likes to be held when shooting it, that beauty will only get better. I am a big single shot fan, have about 20 of them in various calibers, including 7x57. I am currently building my retirement rfle, a 7x57 Remington Rolling block, with a 24" tapered octagon barrel, and 4xxxx curly maple stock and forearm, with a Rigby style buttplate. Keep up the great videos, been a big fan of yours for ove 20 years.

@craiglacount89 Ай бұрын

Beautiful rifle, and I think the best cartridge for this gun. I own a NO. 1 in 7x57 and just absolutely love it. However from an aesthetic perspective I would have put the smaller scope on it. I did see that you have it mounted as far back as you can and the 3.5x10x42 does have a longer eye relief so maybe you couldn’t get proper eye relief with the smaller scope. I have loaded for (3) 7x57 and (2) 7MM-08’s and they all loved RL-17 with 140gr TTSX’s

@404nitro 2 ай бұрын

That is such a sweet, beautiful rifle Ron.

@thomasdaniel6495 2 ай бұрын

Great little rifle there Ron.What I like about the Model 10 is that it's a trim little rifle.I had a Ruger No.1B in 300 Win. Mag and I loved that rifle,but it was a heavy rifle which wasn't so bad considering the chambering.The Mod.10 though is much more trim and lends itself to the smaller calibers very well.Enjoyed the video and can't wait to see your journey with it.

@larryschmidt3594 2 ай бұрын

Wow that is a beautiful rifle Ron, it has that classic old world aristocratic hunter look.

@user-uw6rt1zs2f 2 ай бұрын

I loaded the Barnes 120gr xbullet and the newer ttsx out of 7x57 and 7mm08.. I currently load the 120gr ttsx in my 7mm saum. Not got a shot at a buck with it yet but it is a tac driver. It's and Remington model 7 magnum with a laminate stock. Makes for and very nice walk about rifle.

@barryhill6482 2 ай бұрын

Hope to see you work up some loads with that fine new rifle of yours! It’s a beauty!

@leederby136 2 ай бұрын

I’m jealous, that is a beautiful rifle!

@jordanbagwell32 Ай бұрын

Love the Z3 Swarovski scopes best for the money and really lightweight

@ianwoodward1554 2 ай бұрын

Mate, all good as always. Cheers

@jimprovan8866 2 ай бұрын

Beautiful rife Ron, but for the money they are asking for them, I would expect it to group much netter than that. Perhaps it will improve.

@donoman6772 2 ай бұрын

Your quality content. Quality content is so good.

@jasonforester4572 2 ай бұрын

Oh wow! That's really nice. I just got a Ruger No.1 in 7X57 (Stamped 275 Rigby). I got it to pair with another Ruger No.1 in 9.3X62. I really like single shot rifles with falling block actions. Is that a new version of the Dakota? I've used 120grn TTSX's in my 7mm-08 and they work great in it. For a heavy bullet i like the Norma Oryx 156grn. That's in my Model 70. Have not tried them in my No.1 yet. But I'm looking forward to doing so.

@andrewcleveland Ай бұрын

I had a 7x57 once well mine was marked 275 Rigby instead, but it’s the same cartridge. Factory loads just don’t do the cartridge justice, in America the factory still downloads the crap out of it. Hand loading is where it’s at with this grand old cartridge. Easily surpasses any 7mm08. You just have to use common sense and work up loads looking for pressure signs. It has more capacity, so easily more performance. Seems a lot of loading manuals also under load this cartridge I’m guessing it’s due to some older rifles maybe small ring mauser i suppose. Large ring 98 mauser handle it in spades though. But Ron that is a beautiful rifle!!!

@marktaylor8263 2 ай бұрын

What a beautiful rifle. Love single shot rifles.

@michaelconvey8017 2 ай бұрын

that stock is amazing/beautiful rifle

@rick-kx7gy 2 ай бұрын

Mighty sweet piece . Only downside I see is it took too long for you to own it . But as they say better late than never . May all your hunts with it be highly rewarding .

@robinanderson2993 2 ай бұрын

That Idaho wind can be a trouble maker when sighting in a new rifle!

@michaelwilson9986 2 ай бұрын

Great Enjoy Sir

@FindersKeepers88 2 ай бұрын

Good, Thx

@hrmIwonder 2 ай бұрын

You should show us your big game collection.

@brinkee7674 2 ай бұрын

Sweet same as a 275 Rigby

@mrV69 Күн бұрын

Hello Ron, are you going to do a follow up video on the bullets you’re taking and stuff like that?

@aarons307 2 ай бұрын

Beautiful rifle Ron. I put alot of elk meat in the freezer with those 140 core-lokt bullets from my Ruger M77 tang 7x57. However, it sure does like 140 accubonds atop some H4350 much better.

@HobbitHomes263 2 ай бұрын

the only draw back I can see is the lack of positive extraction. so, you could bump up handloads to higher pressures as you might with a bolt. Thats ok cuz its a classic rifle with classic cartridge. you dont want to mess with that vibe!

@1boortzfan Ай бұрын

My Ruger #1 is very hold sensitive off the bench. It does best in .308 with a Federal 150 gr SP and the forearm resting on my hand with the hand placed on the front bag. I also find that my first 2 backup rounds rest best in an elastic wristband.

@TODinWY 2 ай бұрын

Beautiful Rifle! Needs an Ebony FE tip and some tinkering.

@tonymackey370 2 ай бұрын

Gosh that’s a sharp rifle

@Woodsguide Ай бұрын

That is a sweet rifle and people don’t need to be judging accuracy on a non-broken in rifle that’s being shot with underloaded factory loads! Let him break in the barrel and fire up a reloading press (and enjoy a piece of art!)

@tweebthelerker3952 2 ай бұрын

This is one of the most beautiful rifles ive ever seen. Has a hint of the old days with a touch of modern day. Its a work of art. The Case Hardening look sends it over the top. Beautiful!

@stog9821 Ай бұрын

I know the 7x57 is considered to have relatively light recoil, but I was a surprised to see just how gentle it appeared to be here.

@patrickmchenry2217 2 ай бұрын

Hey, you use a drum throne like me! Great minds think a… something I forget. 😂

@chrisgunsandguitars1403 2 ай бұрын

You’ll get her dialed in Ron! For now that rifle doesn’t like the bullet weight and velocity of the Remington ammo it seems. You did mention it was gusting to 20mph though. Purdy rifle! May just have to get one similar!

@js7127 2 ай бұрын

You may want to invest in a new pair of glasses. I took a scratched pair of prescription safety glasses and my eye doc tweaked the new lenses for shooting. Not sure what he did but it made a world of difference.

@warrenporter302 2 ай бұрын

that wood definitely messed with my concentration! lol

@toddheckl2494 2 ай бұрын

My son dropped a nice 8 point Wisconsin dear and it ran total of 10yards. Range was a little over 200 yards. Dear was a bit over 200 # .the ammo was a 156 gr norma

@ernstcoetzer809 2 ай бұрын

Uncle Ron…. I think you need a spotter…. Or… mark your shots after each group! Beautiful rifle by the way!!!

@timkraft4583 2 ай бұрын

Yes I agree with others. The last group was measured wrong. The last shot went 9 o'clock wide to the first two.

@user-ku3is1on8n 2 ай бұрын

In the 7-57 the 120 would work good for deer size game .

@richisely7747 2 ай бұрын

All 10 of my ruger #1shoot just fine on the bench

@baraksinz2937 2 ай бұрын

Gotta say, the smaller scope would have looked a little better on that trim rifle. Just my opinion, though.

@jacoklopper4772 2 ай бұрын

Hope toe one day be able to afford a Ruger #1 here in South Africa. Other makes are none existent here or outrageously expensive Great video Sir

@m444ss 2 ай бұрын

nice. (wish I could get one of those)

@fedup3582 2 ай бұрын

I like your taste in knives also.

@michaelsicowitz362 2 ай бұрын

Rem Core Lokt are plenty good enough, it's been the 'go to' forever.

@sanjuancb 2 ай бұрын

Ron try 120 gr Nosler Ballistic Tip and 44 gr Reloder 15. 2,950 FPS, super mild recoil, and terrific performance on whitetails in my Ruger 1-A.

@craigparker4108 2 ай бұрын

Ron with all due respect get some new glasses please. Beautiful looking rifle. Almost nobody will be quicker with one than a good smooth bolt action.