Share the post "Hydro-Forming, Annealing, Neck-Turning by DJs Brass". The lovely Maple stock was hand-carved by Forum member Spitfire_ER. Not enough gain to be worth the trouble, IMO. In 2008, I went to the Williamsport Benchrest School with a friend from Pennsylvania, John Haas. So I only have to apologize about some red flakes in our bathroom., We like this handsome quilted Maple-stocked Mauser belonging to Forum member Steel Mover. We hope these pride and joy rifles may provide inspiration for our readers, whetting their appetite for their next competition, varminting, or hunting rifle project. OK, if we now net the barrel cost savings (-$.25) for the .284 with the higher cost of 7mm reloading components (+$.07), I figure the .284 Win costs $.18 per round LESS to shoot than the 6.5-284. I asked the guy in the yard about it and he said it had been returned because it had too much figure for the job the customer was working on. Shooters may experiment with either shooting style to find what suits them best. The extra boiler room is enough to drive the 180s at 2900-2950 fps with H4831sc, with long barrels. The extra boiler room is enough to drive the 180s at 2900-2950 fps with 30-32 barrels using H4831sc, Vihtavuori N560, or Alliant Reloder 16. Three-Minute Prep Period I choose this because I really did not know otherwise and was steered to the Shehane by a friend. I have been interested in long range shooting for a long time including ground hog hunting. Some of my cases have been fired at least 10 times with primer pockets reasonably firm. Henry: The sport offers good people and a real challenge. Rifle Report by Jason Cohen That enhancement makes a BIG difference. The 6.5 caliber allowed for the use of long, aerodynamic bullets. We loaded 53.0 grains of Hodgdon H4831sc and shot one round, cleaned, shot three rounds, cleaned, then shot 10 rounds and cleaned. It shot a 3.597 pretty amazing. The 284 Shehane is amazing, very forgiving and not temperamental. He can handle all the difficult brass forming/brass restoration chores efficiently and affordably. That enhancement makes a BIG difference. Thanks for reading and good luck Emil Kovan, Share the post "Best F-Class Cartridge Choices For Mid-Range and Long-Range". If you need formed brass for a new build (gun not yet fired), let me know and I will size the brass to fit within .001 of a PT&G GO gauge.. Gun builder Ryan Pierce of Piercision Rifles explains: Heres a 5-shot 0.191 group at 100 yards with my .284 Shehane fire-forming loads. Darrell tells us: At DJs Brass, we can handle all your brass refurbishing needs. 0. The paper tells the rest of the story. Dont lose your accuracy by having carbon build up and close off the clearance required for the most accurate bullet release through a muzzle brake. Note: Extra charges apply for neck-turning and neck expansion operations, or specialized cartridge-forming operations. However, to REALLY make a difference, you would need to get a cartridge capable of launching those 180's at a minimum of 3050+! In a very short span, Ballard and this rifle racked up an impressive string of performances. Ray keeps Jewell triggers in stock so the only piece left to acquire was the scope. This gray and blue beauty belongs to Forum member Farmer Dave. I started with Time Precision tuners. I usually start to consider tossing the brass around 15 firings. I've chronicled its development on social media, as well as in prior posts focusing on my decision making process. To me, the 284/shehane is proven. The .284 is able to drive 160 grain bullets at 2800fps and while this may not be considered an optimum velocity based on the potential of the case, it is nevertheless a substantial step up from the short action 7mm08 cartridge giving 2600 to 2650fps with this bullet weight. I think this dog will hunt!, Share the post "Sunday Gunday: December Pride & Joy Rifles". Another great service DJs Brass provides is precision neck-turning. He posted: Some like synthetic and some like wood I have both. This load ran at 2825 fps. Weve been giving a lot of coverage to tactical rigs and gas guns lately, so we though it was time to showcase a purebred, state-of-the-art 1000-Yard Benchrest rig. At the end he holds the Oehler Chrono up to the camera so you can view the readout yourself. This procedure is recommended by Joel Kendrick, the 2004 IBS 600-yard Shooter of the Year. Lets just say it didnt go as planned. _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); On top is a March HM 10-60x56mm scope in March Gen 3 rings. At the 2009 F-Class Nationals, held at Camp Butner, NC, Ballard shot a 1328-62X to win his second straight National title. Note the 5-wide fore-end which is not legal for F-Class. Other components are: Borden BRMXD LBRP DLC-coated action, Bartlein 32, 4 groove, 1:8.5-twist 400MOD steel barrel, and TriggerTech Diamond trigger. and F-class cross the coarse shooting. It is chambered (no surprise) for the 6 PPC cartridge, which dominates the short-range game. Among BAT Machine Co.actions, I like BAT models M, MB, and 3LL best. ], Conclusion (and Other Options) By blowing the sidewalls out 0.010, the .284 Shehane picks up about 3.3 grains of extra case capacity. Hydro-Forming News .284 Shehane, 6 PPC, 6 BRA, 6 Dasher and More Dale also threaded the barrel for a Woolum Accuracy tuner. After researching the winning competitors, rifles, and rounds I ordered a Panda action with Krieger barrel in 6mm Dasher from Kelbys. Along with these popular cartridge types, DJs Brass can hydro-form 6 PPC, 30 PPC, 6 BRA, 30 BR, .260 AI, .284 Shehane and other wildcats. He posted: Went to local paint shops, some cost a two-month work income, some said guns were a no-no. There is no torquing (gun wobbling) when cycling the bolt. If I had to pick one cartridge for F-Class (both mid- and long-range) I would pick the .284 Winchester or one of its variants. The .284 uses a grain or two more powder than the 6.5-284, and 7mm bullets cost about $6.00 more per 100-count box. He can also turn the necks to your specs (for an additional charge). The paper tells the rest of the story. 1000-yard shooting keeps us all humble, but we still keep trying to see how good we can do. My old straight .284 load at 2890 fps had ES spread in single digits for 10 shots. With N560 or Reloder 17 you can go even faster. The stocks track perfectly. At my age I am not good at computers. Birchwood Casey Shoot-N-C 17.25" Sight-in Target - 5 Targets This was the second straight F-TR title for Ian, who also won at Lodi, Wisconsin in 2017. On top is a Trijicon Accupower riflescope. All hydro-formed cases are annealed at no extra charge after the forming process. In fact, this impressive sub-quarter MOA group was shot while fire-forming with a very well-worn barrel! Its throated for the 180gr Bergers. He was 66 at the time. I shoot primarily local and regional matches Colorado, Wyoming, and possibly Nebraska this summer. _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); ALL Bulletin content is copyrighted, 2023 AccurateShooter.com. The straight .284 Win is an excellent cartridge, quite capable of winning F-class matches. The 284 is already a pretty straight case and comes with a 35 shoulder so I'm not sure it would be worth the extra time and money to blow it out to a 40. I screw on the new barrel, fire 25 rounds of whatever I have left over and then clean it. Just five years ago Forum member Henry Pasquet (aka HenryP) got started in 1000-yard benchrest shooting. In fact, this impressive sub-quarter MOA group was shot while fire-forming with a very well-worn barrel! I found this very important in holding good elevation (minimal vertical dispersion). Tommy made my other stocks as well. Finally all the cases are run through a Redding Type S FL sizing die with .312 neck bushing. Many championships have been won, and many records set with those two bullets in the .308 Win. It should run on (6.5)-284 brass as that's the parent case Originally there was 284 Winchester whixh was necked down to 6.5 and became the wildcat benchrest favourite Now the 7mm bullets have been developed to such a degree they outshine the 6.5 fare so the trend has swung back to 284 or 284 Shehane or KLM Still a 6.5/284 parent case to start . Create False Shoulder for Fire-Forming (Call for Price). This eye-catching F-Open rifle was crafted by Blake Barrel and Rifle in Arizona. Straight .284 or Shehane you cannot go wrong. We mourn his passing.]. Is there anything unique about your hardware that gave you an edge? Note the block fitted to the tubular fore-end so the rifle rides smooth and steady on the Rodzilla T-Rex joystick front rest. The .284 Win is currently dominating in F-Open competition. Then the idea of We the People popped into the head. Typical load for a Shehane is around 57.0 grains of Hodgdon H4831 SC. By blowing the sidewalls out 0.010, the .284 Shehane picks up about 3.3 grains of extra case capacity. We thank Joel for this smart suggestion. In fact, this impressive sub-quarter MOA group was shot while fire-forming with a very well-worn barrel! I felt the same result could be had with a Light Gun. Record Fire Is the .284 Shehane Inherently Accurate? who used the .284 Shehane to finish third at the 2009 F-Class Worlds in England says the .284 Shehane is very accurate with superb vertical spreads at 1000 yards. What is not to love about the 284 Shehane? Its the most accurate rifle I have ever owned. This rifle features: AG Composites CF stock, Stiller TAC 30 action, Bartlein 5R barrel, TriggerTech Diamond trigger. For some cartridge types, I can pre-form cases to assist in fire-forming a wildcat cartridge. My target seating force on the K&M dial is 20-23 units for Dashers and 35-40 units for the .284 Shehane. Note how the vertical centerline of the stock is very close to the barrel. However, by blowing the sidewalls out 0.010, the .284 Shehane picks up about 3.3 grains of extra case capacity. My load for all barrels is 52g 2209 with 180vlds. the 284 win is one of those overlooked cartridges. The most common problem is wait-time custom die orders can take months to be completed. I encountered vertical, vertical, and more vertical. Charles Ballard always used eye and ear protection. ***.284 WIN LOADS*** 284 shehane .317 neck 54 gr 4831sc Lapua brass 6.5x284 necked up 180 Berger hybrids 5 thousands off lands Fire forming brass does this at 100 yards 5 shot group. Gun builder Ryan Pierce of Piercision Rifles explains: Heres a 5-shot 0.191 group at 100 yards with my .284 Shehane fire-forming loads. I was thinking of ribbons on the front in red and blue but we could not get the layout right. This optic is ultra clear, reasonably lightweight (28 oz. Rifle SpecificationsAll the Hardware Here are some of our favorite Pride and Joy rifles recently showcased in our Forum. Team Pierce Engineering won the F-TR Mid-Range Team event. The DDR-2 has a heavier horizontal line, with a center dot. Team LBB shot well, to earn a second straight Mid-Range National Title, and grab second (Silver) at Long Range. I use Hodgdon H4831sc powder, CCI BR2 primers, and pointed 180gr Bergers., Share the post "Accurate Cartridges The .284 Shehane, an Improved .284 Win", Tags: .284 Shehane, .284 Winchester, Erik Cortina, F-Class, F-Open, Improved, Ryan Pierce. I then push one wet patch of Eliminator through the bore and leave it. Share the post "Accurate Cartridges The .284 Shehane, an Improved .284 Win". Two 4 x 8 sheets of plywood hold four IBS targets. Norm loaded Berger 184gr 7mm bullets in Lapua brass. This We the People rifle will be one of my primary rifles for F-Open competition. I do most of my testing at 300 to 500 yards, shooting off my deck so I can see my shots immediately. You are using an out of date browser. In fact, Henry was eager to share everything he knows, so that other guys can fast-track their learning process. This made the extraction of fired cases very difficult. Dies for an Improved .284 Win Cartridge Tips for F-Class Competitors For more info, visit DJsBrass.com or call Darrell Jones at 205-461-4680. Dale chambers all my barrels on all my rifles. It was fitted to my action by Dale Woolum of Woolum Accuracy. I tried some, accepting some and rejecting some. With the Right Bolt, Left Port action, I can shoot the entire match with minimal movement. Then give Darrell Jones at DJs Brass a call at 205-461-4680. All this data was duplicated on several occasions. PLEASE CHECK YOUR BOLT DIAMETER BEFORE ORDERING. Owner Aeon tells us: The 7 SAUM was as easy a gun as I have ever shot to find a good load for H1000 gave great consistency and tuning was not hard. SurpriseVelocities Rise, So Load Must Be Tweaked Great information and write up Cody. Jason asked Bryan to fit the stock with forearm rails, shown in the photo below. Ryan is using 54.0 grains simply as a fire-forming load. That is pretty good speed from a 26" with H4350. Is there a big difference in tracking and/or stability? I quit cleaning every relay after reading Mr. Tierneys article, but I would still clean on Saturday night after I got home. Bryans rifle is shown below: I recommend chambers throated for the 185/200 grain projectiles over the 215/230 grain bullets. Darrell took the time to advised me every step of the way to allow me to shoot a 3.158 (5) shot group to win my first round of my first competitive match ever. Mike Youngblood, Share the post "Save Time and Barrel Life Let DJs Hydro-Form Your Brass". I asked people that shot both the Shehane and the straight 284 about the pros and cons. History [ edit] The parent case .284 Winchester was created around 1963, but did not see extensive commercial use. 14ozs. At IBS matches I studied other shooters equipment and techniques. Straight .284 or Shehane you cannot go wrong. Using these figures, the barrel cost of a .284 Win is $.17 per round vs. $.42 per round for the 6.5-284. Lesson learned: use an expander when necking-up the brass! For these posed photos, he removed his safety glasses. The price for a 'Big Dawg' in Rutland laminate is $545. This gun has more than exceeded my expectations, winning matches and setting a new 1000-yard, single-target F-Class National Record (200-13X). I have nothing against clear-coated wood, but I wanted something different, as this was my first all-wood rifle. The rear bag also has the new 3M material on contact surfaces (photo at right). That makes the stock stiffer in the vertical plane, reducing the hinging effect forward of the action. This allows the stock to accommodate either a hard hold style or a more free-recoil style of shooting whatever the rifles owner prefers. However, in most barrels, it cant push the 180s at 2900-2950 fps velocity levels*. The Vortex Golden Eagle HD scope showed the mirage I needed in order to make timely wind-hold decisions.. It was fitted to my action by Dale Woolum of Woolum Accuracy. With availability of useful bullets ranging from 85 grains to 160 grains, the 6.5-284 has a lot to offer varminters, big-game hunters and long-range target shooters. The only cons I can find are that 284 brass is kinda hard to find! My old straight .284 load at 2890 fps had ES spread in single digits for 10 shots. After record fire begins I shoot very fast, holding off for the wind. In the F-Open division, Norm Harrold of Team McMillan shot great from the start, topping the field to win the F-Open division. Fellow .284 Shehane shooter Erik Cortina notes that the .284 Shehane has a velocity edge over the straight .284 Win because it holds more powder: The Shehane has more capacity than the .284 Winchester. with holes in the buttstock and forend. This Rod Guide will fit any action with a bolt diameter between .682" and .690". He also won the North Carolina F-Class Championship with the gun, and then captured the 2008 F-Open National Championship, followed by a second F-Open title in 2009. 284 Winchester Load Data - (Archived) As with the first barrel, the second barrel yielded 2775 fps with a starter load of 53.0 grains of H4831sc. How does this improve rifle performance and how do you set the tune? Once you get it formed I would push it faster than that or I wouldnt even bother with the Shehane. DJs Brass Service now offers custom case hydro-forming to your exact specs. Any residual lube from case expansion is then cleaned out of the case mouth with alcohol on a bronze brush. Shooter's Reference Load Data for .284 Winchester .284 Winchester - Manufacturer Loading Data Pistol Rifle Cowboy Bullet Type Primer Case Trim Length C.O.L . It was a family affair this year for the Klemm clan. Since 2009, Forum members have posted photos and descriptions of their most prized firearms. Henry told us: I want to share every lesson Ive learned, so that other guys can improve their game and enjoy the sport more. Henry also wants to encourage other senior shooters: If you pay attention to details (when reloading), and get a good rifle with a good barrel, age is not a handicap. It is a no-brainer for long range F-Class or Prone or 1000-yard Benchrest., If you look at that 5-round group you might think it was shot with a 6 PPC or maybe a 6mmBR. Henry also runs a combo tuner/muzzle-brake. In this section, Charles Ballard explains the basics of shooting an F-Class match, from the initial prep period to end of match. My .284 barrel now has 1,036 rounds, and by all indications it will shoot well to 3,000+ rounds. My 284 Shehane is my favourite rifle, built as a mountain rifle for hunting further and deeper into the Alpine in the search of elusive Sambar deer, it has achieved its performance goals and then some. This article features the impressive .284 Shehane Light Gun used by Henry Pasquet to capture the 2013 IBS 1000-yard Nationals. The .284 is the parent cartridge for the 6.5-284 Norma as well as the .450 Bushmaster and .475 Wildey Magnum. Always be ready to learn something new. I do this because I have never had success waiting on a condition to come back. We can turn your case-necks and trim the brass to your specs. Typical load for a Shehane is around 57.0 grains of Hodgdon H4831 SC. By blowing the sidewalls out 0.010, the .284 Shehane picks up about 3.3 grains of extra case capacity. Tom was shooting a .284 Shehane cartrdige in the new McMillan Kestros stock. Annealing plus ultrasonic cleaning starts at $35 per 100 cases ($45 for magnum cases). I use Bore Tech Eliminator on three patches, then follow with a wet nylon brush. I chose this action based on BAT Machines impeccable reputation. Tuners definitely can work. If you look at that 5-round group you might think it was shot with a 6 PPC or maybe a 6mmBR. })(); To comment on a post, click Post Title or "Comment" Link. I work up from that reduced charge weight in increments of 0.3 grains. L6: 2.591 inch = 65.81 mm Barrel Length : 28.0 inch = 711.2 mm Powder : Hodgdon VARGET Predicted data by increasing and decreasing the given charge, incremented in steps of 0.652% of nominal charge. This barrel has 2200 rounds through it. The extra boiler room is enough to drive the 180s at 2900-2950 fps with H4831sc, with long barrels. Optimum freebore for the 230s is too long for the 185/200s, so you would be limited to using only 215/230gr bullets in that barrel.Furthermore, the recoil increase with heavier bullets is substantial, causing the rifle to be more difficult to shoot. My purpose was to find a cartridge that would launch the high-BC, 180gr 7mm bullets at competitive velocities for F-Class competition. Primer pockets start to get a little looser and the brass seems to need more sizing than the newer brass with less firings.. To dispense powder, I use a RCBS ChargeMaster set 0.1 grain below my desired load and then weigh them on a Sartorius GD-503 magnetic force restoration scale to get identical charges. It has a custom Ceracoat paint job to match my sling gun. Key components are: Pierce Engineering long action tube receiver, Bartlein 1:8.5-twist barrel, Jewell trigger set at 2 oz., and Vortex Golden Eagle scope in Vortex rings. I considered getting a RAD Pad but that would have required expensive machine work. In a match with only two sighters, Ill make a wind call and try to hit the center with my first shot. In C.I.P. In 1999, Norma submitted it to CIP. Support Our SPONSORS Competitive Edge 5 x 2.5 'Big Bottom' In Long-Range F-Open Class (out to 1000 yards), the big, high-BC bullets rule. I find that funny because if could somehow properly size the cases for three fire-forming cycles, I would not need a sizing die. All these components have been a successful combination that has worked flawlessly[.]. I have had an interest in 1000-yard competition for many years and finally got the opportunity to try it. I sent him a Panda F-Class action with a +20 MOA Picatinny rail. He covers sighter strategies and techniques for record fire, and he also explains, in detail, how he dopes the wind and judges hold-offs based on mirage. Complete game changer! Here are the team members, with Grizzly President Shiraz Balolia top left and coach Trudie Fay in the middle. (Eric Bostrom developed an almost identical unit at the same time. Ian, who won his first title last year in Lodi, Wisconsin, said this year was tougher. Once I get something that works well at 600 yards I go back in work around that by 0.1 grains. The .284 Shehane has won in Benchrest as well as F-Class competition. The 168 bergers work great also with vvn165 between 57 and 58g. If you look at the F-Class and Long Range benchrest equipment lists, you will see that cut-rifled barrels are currently dominating. The .284 Shehane Accurate and Forgiving Wildcat Henry: I try to keep my charge weights consistent to one kernel of powder. In addition to the 6mmBR-based cases shown below, Darrell can now hydro-form 6PPC cases from .220 Russian brass, and he also offers .284 Shehane. The rifle began its life as a Will McClosky Cerus stock. Why did you go from a 6mm Dasher to a 7mm Shehane? This is the .284 Winchester rig that Charles Ballard used to win back-to-back F-Open titles in 2008 and 2009. Duane decided to have the barrel chambered for my 284 KMR IMP (Improved) wildcat. I chose Bryan for two reasons first, I have shot with him a few times at National matches and he is approachable and very helpful. I use a K&M Arbor Press with seating force gauge when seating the bullets with a Wilson inline die. Best bullets for the 6mm Dasher are: Vapor Trail 103gr, Berger 105 Hybrid, 108 BT, and 105 VLD (hunting). NEW for 2019! The only goal I have is to obtain the lowest ES and SD I possibly can. The stock by Precision Rifle & Tool has a 3-longer fore-end which solves the problem. Share the post "Sunday GunDay: .284 Shehanes for F-Open Competition". I will run it through its paces shortly and see how well it does. The US F-Open team has been experimenting with the 7mm RSAUM. The "old" 284 Winchester on the right is loaded to COAL of 2.8 inches. Bryan Litz won both the Mid-Range and Long-Range 2015 Championships using 215s. Locally, I use a Champions Choice soft bag. I also liked the fact that the MB (medium long front) action offered an extended front end. I start 0.6 grains lower than my last charge that worked. The average cost of a barrel, chambered and fitted, is $500.00. It also has become one of the best for varmint and long range big game shooting too. My groups were respectable: a four-group, 3.055 Agg. All Kriegers. Joel currently works as the Supplier Quality Process Engineer for MMI-TruTec, a company that offers barrel surface coatings that can further extend your barrel life. Register for the Forum and you can add your favorite gun to the list. It takes a great rifle to approach that goal, but it is also up to the shooter to learn and experiment as much as possible in order to achieve success. He won the 2014 United States F-Open Championship, and finished second in F-Open Division at the 2016 Canadian National F-Class Championship in Ontario. If you look at a .300 WSM and a 6mm Dasher side by side, they appear almost identical in geometry the .300 WSM looks like an super-sized Dasher. The .284 Shehane is a slightly modified wildcat that retains the same 35 shoulder as the parent case. Typical load for a Shehane is around 57.0 grains of Hodgdon H4831 SC.". That is almost exactly where I run my 26 7 Saum with 180s and RL 23. A lot of barrels will top out at about 2850 fps. From ultrasonic cleaning to custom annealing for specific wildcat cartridges. If you want more than a standard 284 Win in a short-fat, move up to a 7mm WSM. The front rest is a SEB Max (see above). For more info, contact Bill Shehane at (704) 824-7511, or visit his website, www.ScopeUsOut.com. Jason explains why he selected the .284 Shehane chambering: The .284 Shehane is amazing, very forgiving and not temperamental. You dont want to chuck out brass that costs a buck a case (or more)! My fireform loads are going 2765 FPS. Yes, thats a long, heavy barrel, but I think the length gives me a velocity advantage. This prize rifle features all top-of-the-line components: Borden BRMXD Action, Cerus multi-laminate stock with forearm extension, R.A.D. With the latest high-BC 7mm bullets, the original .284 Winchester is proving tough competition for its 6.5-284 offspring. It has also been the bases for several wildcats, including the 6mm-284, .284 Shehane, .30-284, .338-284, .35-284, .375-284 and others. In moderate conditions, the 6mm Dasher is unbeatable. The purple .284 balances very well and tracks great. (Thats with a reasonably fast barrel. F-Class shooter Erik Cortina notes that the .284 Shehane has a velocity edge over the straight .284 Win because it holds more powder: The Shehane has more capacity than the .284 Winchester. Thanks for taking the time. Many records have been shot with both button-rifled, and cut-rifled barrels. Do not go for the hottest loads, which just reduces brass life. Do you shoot a popular wildcat (such as the 6 BRA), but hate the hassle of fire-forming all your own cartridge brass? Processing Fired Cases: My fired cases are tumbled in walnut shell media, then cleaned off. .284 Shehane Shines in 1K Benchrest Competition Too A dummy round was sent to Pacific Tool and Gauge to have a reamer ground to our specs. For cost comparisons sake, lets use 1,200 rounds for the 6.5-284 and 3,000 rounds for the .284 Win. Round. regulated countries every rifle cartridge combo has to be proofed at 125% of this maximum C.I.P. Mark throated it very long so the the 180gr and 184gr Bergers would sit where they belong., Tuning the 7mm SAUM and Recoil Reduction I didnt have a good paintwork place so I had to improvise. Thats obviously very important if you travel to compete. I will occasionally mess with the tuner and tighten things up if possible. Then use the tuner and tune the barrel to the load. The .284 Shehane shoots inside the 6.5 AND the straight .284, the .300 WSM, and the .300 Win Mag with less recoil. The gun gets transported in a Pelican Hard case when I travel. If I feel there is a constant condition, I will click for the wind. Forum member Darrell Jones offers a full range of brass prep, brass forming, and brass restoration (annealing, ultra-sonic cleaning) at very affordable prices. On a bench you do notice the recoil. Henry: I had 20/10 vision when I was young, but am down to only 20/20. He decided to go with a Brux 1:8.5-twist, 4-groove cut-rifled barrel. Since 2009, Forum members have posted photos and descriptions of their most prized firearms. Share the post "Henrys Hammer State-of-the-Art .284 Shehane for 1K BR". Henry: I had planned to use my Light and Heavy Dashers, but after placing the Dasher on the ready line, decided to switch to the .284 Shehane. He tells us: In my humble opinion, the .284 Shehane is the best balanced long-range round there is bar none.