frankm's latest activity

  • F
    frankm replied to the thread 280 AI load Quickload help.
    As wvbuckbuster stated try a different 140 bullet if that’s the weight you want. Possibly a 140 GK and a 140 pro-Hunter. Some guns like...
  • F
    frankm replied to the thread Range day - 240 Wby.
    If you ve got Retumbo give it a try with 95-105 gr bullets. You ll have to work your way up but if you ve got a chronograph, some dial...
  • F
    frankm replied to the thread Range day - 240 Wby.
    I d second your 3200 fps estimate. My 24” Vanguard perked up with R22 or slower. R26 will get 3300 fps+ with 100 gr TGC … the 240 is...
  • F
    frankm replied to the thread Garmin zero refurbished Midway.
    …. and “if” truly like new. Personally not a big fan of re-done electronics … to each his own.
  • F
    frankm reacted to JD338's post in the thread 280 AI Powder with Like Like.
    Welcome to the 280AI club. RL22 is my go to powder for 120-160 gr bullet weights. I have 16+ pounds so I am in good shape for some time...
  • F
    frankm replied to the thread 416 Weatherby.
    Whichever powders you decide to try, make sure you ve got lots of them …. I m guessing 55-60 cartridges per lb of powder !! 💥😳😂
  • F
    frankm replied to the thread QL for 6.5-30 wby.
    Just pulled data, doing 3300 fps. Still hauling the mail. Recoil similar to my 300 Win Mag with 180 s.
  • F
    frankm replied to the thread QL for 6.5-30 wby.
    87-89 grs of US869 typically good. Work up to it. I’m using 89 grs with 147 Eldm and Weatherby brass. 3350 fps
Back
Top