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Just brought home a Stevens 200 in .243.
This gun will be for target shooting and small varmints.
Won't be using this as a hunting rifle.
Will be using handloads.
How can I get the most accuracy out of this gun?
Good load development and lots of practice obviously.
Is there anything that tends to pay off particularly well with these models?
Any tips or links appreciated, Matt.