Oct 13, 2025 #1 S Slimfinn Handloader Nov 28, 2018 1,248 1,530 Looking for quick load for 6.5-300 wby using 143gr ELDX, 26" barrel, what are the best powders? I assume US869
Looking for quick load for 6.5-300 wby using 143gr ELDX, 26" barrel, what are the best powders? I assume US869
Oct 13, 2025 #2 F frankm Handloader May 10, 2009 522 154 87-89 grs of US869 typically good. Work up to it. I’m using 89 grs with 147 Eldm and Weatherby brass. 3350 fps
87-89 grs of US869 typically good. Work up to it. I’m using 89 grs with 147 Eldm and Weatherby brass. 3350 fps
Oct 13, 2025 #3 F frankm Handloader May 10, 2009 522 154 Just pulled data, doing 3300 fps. Still hauling the mail. Recoil similar to my 300 Win Mag with 180 s.
Just pulled data, doing 3300 fps. Still hauling the mail. Recoil similar to my 300 Win Mag with 180 s.
