I think that your suggestion to compare the 257 WSM to the 25/7PRC may be spot on. West Texas Ordinance ha some good data it seems. I didn't even know that it existed.
I really appreciate the info. This is helpful. Essentially, I trying to develop a standardized method of determining a start load for a given power absent any reloading data. I think 3200 FPS out of a 130gn .257 sounds great.
If a 257 Weatherby can use Ramshot Hunter, IMR 4350, RL19, etc...
Not seriously yet. It's just a hunting and farm truck. I don't plan on a new truck until I fully retire. I'm probably only putting 1000 miles on it per year.
If not too much trouble, would someone mind running a Quick Load for the following 2 powders?
Cartridge: 257 WSM
Rifle: Kimber 8400 w/ 23” barrel
Bullet: Barnes TTSX 100gn
Brass: Norma (270 WSM parent case)
Primer: Fed GM215M
COAL: 2.75
Base To Ogive: 2.21
Trim Length: 2.09
Powder: Alliant RL23...
I still enjoy my 1995 GMC K1500 but it is getting a little long in the tooth. This was the last day of deer season 2024. I think a Ford may be in my future but not until this one gives up the ghost...
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I have developed a few successful loads using RL22 but with my stock dwindling I am looking to expand my available power options. I have already experimented with other options such as IMR 4831 and Accurate MagPro but I haven't tried RL23. I believe it to be in the appropriate...
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A couple of questions come to mind. Are you referring to a specific cartridge in a specific rifle? Are these large boars? 200#s plus? Ultimately, I think any durable bullet with relatively good accuracy is sufficient. Partitions or Accubonds in the 150-180 range (depending on cartridge)...
They work well for me. I have also used the attached target but they are a little too sophisticated for my needs most of the time. A little pricey too…
They are internet finds. I don’t believe them to be protected because I found them via an open search and download. Below are the links to the downloads. I have not had any issues interfacing with my pad.