Recent content by JMRhino

What barrel length did you use to get that velocity? Were they factory loads or handloads with 49gn Hunter? Thx.

I will as soon as I can grab some time to go out and test. Hopefully, before it gets too hot... I haven't determined the COAL yet; however, I am probably limited to my mag length in my Kimber 8400 which happens to be pretty close to jam for the GD ogive. I'll probably start there and work in...

Unfortunately, I haven't been able to get time to do it yet. I think that I will start with what powders I have on hand such as RL17, RL19, RL23, one of the 4350s and RS Hunter....

Doe at 120 yards courtesy 7-08 w/ 120gn BTs.

I too use NOS BTs in 7mm-08 (120gn &140gn), .270 (130gn) and .257 (115gn) on Whitetails of similar size in GA and VA. I generally stay away from a true shoulder shot with BTs but I have never had any issues with full penetrations. I don't use partitions a lot because I don't feel they're needed...

I believe this to be true. I have a Tikka Lite in 7-08 and I replaced the stop with a long action catch and the appropriate magazine to accommodate longer 165gn projectiles. The Tikka seems to have a more generous free bore than most to take advantage of the extended seating depth...

I don't think that there are enough rifles like those in existence to truly determine but the cartridge is definitely a barrel burner. I have the same cartridge (albeit in a different name) but I have probably less than 150 firings in the rifle so I haven't shot out the barrel yet. Mine is a 257...

+1 As a collateral duty, I was a firearms instructor for a federal agency and this wasn't too uncommon. Especially for new shooters. Learning the shoot with both eyes open will probably provide the most benefits and be relatively easy to learn. The red dot will definitely simplify the sight...

1. Freedom Arms Model 83 - .454 Casull 2. Smith & Wesson Model 19/66 3. Glock G19 Gen 5 MOS (EDC) 4. Colt Woodsman w/ 6" Target barrel Honorable Mention - TC Contenders in .35 REM (12"), 30-30 Win (10") and 45LC/.410 (10"), 22LR Match (10")

I appreciate the reply. I agree but I got cold feet after talking with a Speer Tech. Clearly, they can’t endorse a load outside of their recipes. Thanks.

I think that it may be prudent to compare the BTO distance between the two to make sure you don't get into the lands with the Partition. I suspect the ogive might be a little different. Just a thought...

I appreciate the reply. I have observed really good accuracy from the 168s in my Bergara Premier in .308. It's not fast but works great on whitetail.

I think that I have also heard or read that about possible pressure spikes. I assume that 300 WSM pressure will build quicker than a 300 WM due to smaller case volume. I think that I will start with some slow burning RS Hunter, RE22, or RE23 and maybe only go up in .5 increments? Thanks for...

Indirect experience and opinions also welcome... Mant Thanks.

BLUF: Does anyone have any direct experience with handloading the Speer 168gn Gold Dot in a 300 WSM? I have had shockingly good results (.3 - .5 moa not uncommon) with them in my 308 Win using both IMR 4064 and RE15 for whitetail hunting. I spoke with Speer and they don't have a published load...