I found the CT Ballistic Silvertip in .338 200 grain out of a .338 Federal Ruger Hawkeye M77 to require about 20 fouing shots to start grouping well. I am guessing that it may have something to do with the coating?? Are you shooting a clean bore when testing? Why can't they just make the...
I have always shot for the "golden triangle" (the spot where the scapula, spine, and lungs all meet) with my .270 with ballistic tips and always had whitetails fall in their tracks. I am wondering if I should shoot in the same spot with the .325 WSM with a 180 grain Ballistic Tip? Will the...
I just starting shooting a T/C Contender in .35 Remington with a Burris 2-7X32mm scope. I am shooting 1 inch groups at 100 yds with a Hornady 200 grain Spire point, 40.0 grains of Varget (over max so be careful), Remington 9 1/2 primers, and RP brass.
I wish Nosler offered a Ballistic tip in...
I allowed my barrel to cool completely between shots this time, and resisted cleaning between groups. I shot four different powder charges, and all four shot less than one inch. I had one group that was a measured 3/8"! The powder charge was 63.0 grains of H 4350, a Nosler Ballistic Tip...
Most of my groups have been around 1.5" off a solid bench rest and rear bag setup. I do not claim to be an expert shooter, but I frequently shoot well under 1 " with other rifles I own.
Also, I have 65.5 grains listed as max charge from Hodgdon's website. Your quickloads data shows...
Hello to all! I am looking for any data or experience with 180 grain Nosler Ballistic Tip bullets using H-4350 for .325 wsm. I am experiencing slightly erradic results. I have tested powder charges in 1 grain increments from 62.0-65.5 grains, seated at 2.843" OAL I am using Winchester brass...