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I really like the idea of a 7 1/2 twist barrel on a 270 win but I just don’t think I need it. 95% of my loads in 270 Win are either 130gr E-Tips or 130gr Partitions, with a few others thrown in when I don’t want to shoot my hunting loads for range time. I won’t be shooting ELR, probably 350-400...

Right now I’m looking at a new Vanguard Sporter with the walnut stock. I’d be open to going used on a Mark V in 270 Wby, or a model 70 in 270 WSM. They are pretty scarce anround here though. After having the Vanguard in my hands it looks and feels like a very nice rifle. The 24” barrel is a...

I’m thinking about getting a Vanguard Sporter in 270 Win within the next week or so. I haven’t heard any cons about any of the Vanguard line, only praise. For the price it seems economical, with a sub moa guarantee. Do any of you fine gentlemen have any first hand range time with them? That’s...

I love the size, but it’s going to have to come way down in price to replace my Magnetospeed. That being said, I’m sure the price will come down a bit. It does set up easier than my Magnetospeed, and much easier than my screen chrono I use for my bows. So that’s something.

A thin German silver blade sight will give a very precise sight picture and aiming point.

Truthfully, I think the Tubbdust is what keeps my barrels from copper fouling, although none were bad to begin with. Maybe not simply tumbling in HBN. To me, Tubbdust feels like hbn powder when rubbed between your fingers. Then by the color it seams to have bismuth added. Bare in mind this is...

Well you’re running two of the best barrels made, so there’s that. I’ll be very surprised if you have any issues.

Maybe send an email to David Tubb. He may have ran across it in testing his product. If you could take anyone’s word as the gospel I’d think it would be him. I just ordered more Tubbdust A few weeks ago.

What size HBN powder are you using? The .5 micron powder is what I’ve been using. Edit: Exact same HBN I use

I’m stumped. Tumbling the bullets in HBN has been giving me good results. I see the most benefits with mono bullets, but all have shown improvement. If you get best results without it, you have to be able to load confidently. Bullets have been flying down range without it for a long time.

I’ve got it! It’s those cheap old Weatherby’s your using. :ROFLMAO:

I have no doubt that your cases were chamfered because your loads always give great performance. Could there have been excess HBN on the bullet? It doesn’t look as if that’s the case here. I’ve never had one gall or buckle a case. I‘m not sure what to suggest. I’ll do some searching. Hmmmm. :unsure:

I’ve broke 300,000 rpm’s with .224 bullets without blow-ups. It’s surprising how well bullets stay together even at high rpm’s. A lapped, smooth bore helps immensely with bullet integrity. Any tear or imperfection imparted to the bullet jacket by lands and grooves causes bullet imbalance...

Federals Trophy Copper loads use E-tips that they add relief groves to. You may have a rifle that loves E-tips. Very, very nice rifle you’ve built. Certainly to be proud of.

Beautiful rifle! I’d imagine your accuracy will remain if not get better. Quality barrel and the Model 88 is essentially a bolt action with a lever. Great rifles.

Oh I agree completely, your first thought won’t be ”that’s odd”. I always have a side arm, so if it’s hungry it’s gonna have to work for dinner. I‘ll gladly face law enforcement over an undertaker in that situation. I just think it‘s interesting when looking at the behaviors between the two...

From all I’ve read and understand black bear attacks are much more likely to be predatory in nature than a grizzly attack. Black bears seem to feed on the victim if killed more often than a grizzly bear. Grizzly bears are larger and have a more sour temperament. Black bears tend to have a more...

I’m a die hard Talley user, and haven’t had any need to lap them. They are quality rings and very strong. Not saying others are not. I always verify with levels, and a small square when mounting rings and scopes. Some time ago I did get a Savage 110 where the receiver wasn’t drilled and tapped...

I have a good supply of Alliant powders on hand from before this last shortage. Which is a good thing, because i refuse to pay the new Alliant prices. The only one I would even be tempted to pay these prices for would be RL23. It’s an exceptional powder. With that being said, there isn’t enough...

I’ve scared myself more than once over the years by making mistakes due to complacency or inattention to task at my reloading bench. I’ve been lucky and caught those mistakes before anything detrimental occurred. I’m very glad you caught it in time. Many times, a light load unfortunately won’t...