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External ballistics tween the 2 bullets are so similar that I wouldn't use ballistics as criteria. I'd choose whichever bullet grouped the best, when loaded to "my hunting ammo" specs. Lee Carkenord fjlee

I think "savage300wsm" wanted a velocity estimate based upon his usage of 58 grains of IMR 4350. Lee Carkenord

That's a fairly moderate load......using a powder that is somewhat faster burning than is optimum for that case capacity and bullet weight. I'd guess a muzzle velocity somewhere in the neighborhood of 2650 fps. That's an estimate only........lots of things influence the velocity that you may...

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Possible items to be addressed in FAQ: When will next Nosler manual be available. I followed the recipe in Nosler manual religiously, yet I am getting only 2975 fps, while the manual shows 3000 fps. What happened to the “Nosler Seconds” store? Which is better, Partition, BT, or Accubond...

I'm using my favorite external ballistic software program called "Bullet Simulator" for these figures. I assumed sea level, 59 degrees F, and scope centerline 1.5 inches above bore centerline. The 150 gr. Partition has a BC of .456....3025fps Software gives trajectories of 150 grain: 100...

I've used the Nosler Partition in both 180 and 200 grain in my 30-06 for elk, and the 180 Partition for 2 Alaskan bull moose. I've never recovered any of the 200 grain bullets for inspection and comparison. I've recovered a couple of the 180's. The "kill power", in the field on these animals...

I live in Colorado. I'll be hunting Colorado deer and elk. Also antelope in Wyoming, and hogs, nilgai, and javelina in far south Texas. fjlee

>>>Has anyone been able to push a 180 gr partition past 2800fps in a >>>production rifle with a 22" bbl? I need some ideas for a single load >>>for any purpose in my a-bolt. does anyone have data for H-4350 or >>>H4831 w/ this bullet. Writer Bob Hagel claims to have reached 2900fps with a 22"...

A velocity of 2850 cfps under the condition you describe might seem a little slow, yes. But there are so many variables that can affect results. Double and triple check your powder scales and your chronograph. Were the chronograph screens set up the correct distance from muzzle? You have a...

I hunted Wyoming antelope. I used the 150 grain Ballistic Tip in my 30-06 for the first time. I was eager to see how it performed on antelope, but I made a wobbly shot, hit my quarry in the spine. Instant kill, but a spine shot doesnt tell one much about bullet performance. I hunted in...

It does seem like the 6.5 x .284 chambering is mentioned often. To me, that's a bit curious, since at present that is a wildcat. Just when it seems that all possible bases have been covered..........another unfulfilled niche is discovered (maybe 'invented' is better word?). I think maybe...

I'm a bit confused........are you asking about rifles, bore size, or cartridge? Your "subject line" says 'rifles', but the content of message indicates a cartridge and/or bore size discussion. Lee Carkenord (fjlee)

What is the 'nominal' weight (in grains) of a Nosler 30-06 brass case? Lee carkenord (fjlee)

Not sure what bullet diameter you're asking about...... I measured three of the .308" diameter Partitions......part # 16331...and got the following lengths: 1.260 inch 1.263 1.264 Lee Carkenord (fjlee)

"Too Dead"?? that's funny! No, not too dead, I like to kill em' good and dead...my question deals more with over penetration/under expansion (pencil hole) or excessive meat damage with the 180 gr. PT.

[>>>QUOTE: I usually reload Sierra Gamekings (150's and 180's) in >>>my '06 but I'd like to test the Partition. For starters, I would like to >>>focus on a single bullet for deer and elk. Is the 165 gr. Partition up to >>>the task or is it too light for elk? Is the 180 too much for deer? By...

Is there a website/URL where I can go and see a drawing of Nosler bullets, complete with dimensions? I often want to know bullet overall length, length of bearing surface, dimension of boattail, etc. Dimensions are important when working with seating depth or cartridge overall length, and...