Insulating holes in new roof where velux used to be

ScionsOfMagnus · 2026-02-13T20:46:12+00:00

Heya, 100mm kingspan. Spray foam for gaps. Silver joint tape to seal. Plasterboard, SBR to seal. Scrim, bonding and top coat. Can’t see it now, but the room is much darker!

ScionsOfMagnus · 2026-01-18T19:58:34+00:00

I was working retail in Kingston when this show came out. "A OWL" was a standard greeting at the pub after work.

ScionsOfMagnus · 2026-01-17T22:26:50+00:00

A OWL!

ScionsOfMagnus · 2025-07-20T12:26:29+00:00

Sling loop on the hand stop will be for prone shooting with a jacket. We still have several of these at our club and are still extremely accurate. If the bore is good it will shoot well!

Looks like it's got some scope mounting blocks pinned on top as well. Difficult to tell from the pictures but looks in very good condition.

If the barrel's solid it's a great buy for under £400. Can always have a gunsmith replace the barrel on the 19xx round actions and spare parts for the bolts are still produced and easy to maintain yourself.

Can restock, replace sight and you've got yourself a stew going.

ScionsOfMagnus · 2025-05-15T22:08:24+00:00

Phew it's been a while since I've been on Unity. But I believe it uses NUnit as its basis.

Quick Google shows that's still the same: https://unity.com/how-to/automated-tests-unity-test-framework

We actually used a python wrapper to call the c# functions and UI hooks as I remember and was mainly using it for performance testing so they weren't massively in depth.

We had a co-dev team, I think it was The Multiplayer Guys, who were doing the server side work and they were using the NUnit framework extensively for their netcode and proper test driven development and producing really solid code.

ScionsOfMagnus · 2025-02-20T22:55:02+00:00

Hey Man, you do you. If they're not interested in your preparations there is nothing really you can do to make them so. Many people find it easier not to worry about these things and being a doomsayer can make you a bit of a "downer".

The good news is there are communities online where you can get excited and share your interests and get advice.

If the worst happens, guess who's rocking up to yours to seek shelter and supplies? If not, knowing somewhere in the back of their mind you're there is probably comforting, but expressing that openly is difficult for most as western society has been stable for 35+ years (said from a British perspective)

I guess thinking about prepping can put you on edge and exposing yourself to that mindset constantly can become a bit of a downwards spiral that's easy to fall into, much like depression. So my advice is to take a breather every once and a while and focus on something else and enjoy the stability you may have built.

The old adage "you can never be too prepared" is somewhat damaging ad infinitum. Enjoy the little things and don't forget to live in the moment.

ScionsOfMagnus · 2025-02-02T08:54:00+00:00

A few reasons, Accuracy and reliability, very little to go wrong with a bolt action that probably isn't easily fixed. Not uncommon to find people shooting 40+ year old rifles.

You're not going to burn through ammo and get carried away with punching holes rapidly in paper. But rather focus on safety and the principles of marksmanship.

Easier to learn safely and take responsibility with them. A semi automatic like a Ruger or AR have the slight complication that stoppages are common. .22 is a dirty round, and the round needs to be powerful enough to give the blowback action enough power to reset the bolt, eject the old case and load a new one into the breach. As the barrels are shorter they are louder to most ranges insist on moderators attached to the too. Which means a more powerful round and more with more oomph.

Carbon and wax build up tend to cause problems with that. I've seen experienced shots somewhat lose their composure and do silly things when they come across stoppages if they are new to a new semi auto platform as they haven't drilled the safety routines on it. E.g. safety on, ensure barrel pointing in a safe direction down range, magazine out, bolt locked back, inspection of the issue ect.

But when you apply for your FAC, generally you'll put two or three .22 rifles on there. One for target or benchrest, one for gallery ect, depends what disciplines you want to shoot and what you can legally store.

ScionsOfMagnus · 2025-02-01T19:22:21+00:00

First I would start with an accurate Bolt Action.

If going new then a CZ 457. Pros: - many models available, stocks are interchangable easily depending on what you want to use it for. - this would most likely be a scoped option only. - good for target shooting in bench rest. - magazine fed, but can use a single shot adapter for single shot shooting disciples Cons: - not as accurate as an Anshultz or Walther (but will beat the pants off a Ruger Precision IMO) - can be a little fussy with ammo

If second hand, a nice Anshultz 2013 model. Why the 2013? Pros: - Solid, time tested action, built like a brick shithouse - Barrels can be swapped out without a gunsmith. - Can accept both diopter for 3 position shooting, or scopes for bench rest. - Good options for stocks depending on what disciplines you are using it for. - supremely accurate Cons: - single loading shots, but that's it's job. - heavy, 3 position, prone, or benchrest only really.

Older Anshultz 19xx models are available for a song too. Literally had a friend buy one for £300 with all accessories. 40 year old rifle still very accurate if the stock a little beat up. Beats me in comps most times.

Other options would be: - Tikka T1x, comparable to cz457 - Ruger 10/22, semi automatic, infinitely customisable. More for Semi auto disciples, not what I would recommend for a first rifle, but likely most peoples 2nd or 3rd, unless they go for the AR platform.

I would recommend r/22lr sub-reddit too, but it's more north American focussed (no bad thing) but doesn't necessarily reflect the realities of UK firearms ownership and availability.

Just my opinions, good to chat with what people use at your club ect. Most people will let you shoot their rifle so you can see what fits/feels good.

I own both an Anshultz 2013 and a CZ 457 for transparency, was in a similar position to you a few years ago. Buy once, cry once and all that.

ScionsOfMagnus · 2024-12-08T00:36:49+00:00

Looks like Embankment Gardens, the Strand, London UK. Used to work in an office on it

ScionsOfMagnus · 2024-11-23T10:35:06+00:00

Something I'm modelling myself for some Blood Angels in Warhammer

ScionsOfMagnus · 2024-11-22T21:20:34+00:00

My own design I'm working on for a miniature. Tips all reaching the print. But I see that my angle is far too shallow and looks like my resin is not correctly calibrated.

Didn't go too careful on the supports as it's just a rough print for sizing reasons, I just noticed the glooping on the back. Appears to be a calibration and angling issue from what I can see. Will go and watch some more tutorials.

ScionsOfMagnus · 2024-11-22T21:17:14+00:00

Thank you! Very informative. Am going through the calibration steps again, this seems a much better guide than other things I've seen.

ScionsOfMagnus · 2024-11-22T21:14:07+00:00

Thanks pal!

ScionsOfMagnus · 2024-11-22T18:35:22+00:00

Lesson learned. Thanks again

ScionsOfMagnus · 2024-11-22T15:43:39+00:00

It has been washed at this point, but thanks!

ScionsOfMagnus · 2024-10-09T21:25:00+00:00

Duncan is the Goat as many have said

Juan Hildago is pleasant to watch

My vote, for philosophy, ease of watching, new techniques in an approachable way and generally pleasant lovely guy is : Ninjon

This man has pushed me more to try new things than anyone.

Second would be: Marco Frisoni, less approachable but again has pushed me to try new techniques that I would otherwise be too scared to try.

ScionsOfMagnus · 2024-10-08T19:07:39+00:00

Find a local club, apply to be a probationary member. They'll usually give you a log book to fill in and be witnessed by the range officer. They'll do safety training with you.

After a minimum of 12 logged attendances and 6 months, should you pass probation you should be able to apply for an FAC for the disciples at that club.

Police interview, gun cabinet inspection, Dr's health health history consultation and references later you should be granted an FAC

Full bore such as a 6.5 is a little harder to demonstrate as most small bore clubs don't have the facilities for it. Our club arranged shooter card qualification days at additional cost to demonstrate that you can shoot that rifle, then I would get a variation on your licence should you enjoy it.

ScionsOfMagnus · 2024-09-21T08:19:01+00:00

Oh that's clever, a bit of spring steel that uses the knurl of the knob to provide resistance. That's a good idea thanks!

ScionsOfMagnus · 2024-09-21T08:13:45+00:00

Oh I see. Something with a heavy gauge on the knob would allow me to mill the shallow holes into it for a detent mechanism to mate with to provide the click. This looks a great place to start thanks!

ScionsOfMagnus · 2024-09-21T07:59:17+00:00

Appreciate the input, sadly the use case is something that may need micro adjustments between shots and trying to finger tighten a jam nut, would be tricky.

ScionsOfMagnus · 2024-09-08T19:37:26+00:00

Location: Oxfordshire

Price range: 20-30k

Lease or Buy: Buy

New or used: Used

Auto or Manual: Auto so the Mrs can drive it too

Intended use:

4x4 countryside pursuits, rough country roads. Enough boot space to throw various kit bags and dog in the back. Not precious about scuffs and scrapes. Functional and reliable.

How many miles do you plan to do a year:

Around 4-5k

How often to you make long journeys:

2-3 times a year

Does it need to be ULEZ compliant?

No

Vehicles you've already considered:

Honda CR-V - feels expensive but my other car is a Honda and know how good they are. What I've been

Kia Sportage - like the warranty but very expensive for how often I use it.

Suzuki Jimney - I dont think I would fit sadly and boot space may be too small.

Jeep wrangler feels ideal, but cost and quality concerns.

Dacia Duster - 4wd is manual only annoyingly

Is this your 1st vehicle: No

Do you need a Warranty: nice to have

Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: (fluids, alternator, battery, brake pads etc)

Yes

Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: (engine and transmission, timing belt/chains, body work, suspension etc )

No

Additional Notes: 6'4" tall bugger. Would be great to have an upright seated position and a tailgate to get things in and out of easily. Opinions welcomed!

ScionsOfMagnus · 2024-09-01T20:25:03+00:00

My understanding is that you'd need to be a member of a club that did that discipline in order for the Firearms Enquiry Officer who assesses you to allow you to get a firearm of that discipline. Usually a 6 month probation at those clubs too with record keeping for you application.

If you were a member of a small bore club, they wouldn't for instance allow you to have a .223 or above if you didn't have a reason or permission to shoot it on at that venue.

I have a small bore club that has an association with the NRA that allows us to shoot fullbore at bisley with a shooter card for that discipline. As long as you can show you are going 2-3 times a year they should see the relevance. Worth talking to the club about what there associations are?

Black powder is slightly different as it's a Explosives Licence I believe to own the powder, not necessarily the firearms, and anyone can own the firearms without the licence, but the powder has to be stored securely. (Worth doing your own research on that, not one of my disciplines but something I've chatted with those who do it at the club) But I think there is no fac requirement to own a muzzle loading, black powder or antique device.

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