30-06 155 grain bullets

[madmanx]

I have just bought some Nosler Custom Competition 155 grain Bullets and i am struggling to find loading data,could anyone advise me of the amount of grains of powder i need and which brand of powder....Madmanx :grin:

 

[FOTIS]

I assume you're not new to handloading.
Use 165 gr data and substitute the bullet. Start at minimum and work up until you see the signs.

 

[chet]

data for the sierra palma match would work as a good starting point as well........

 

[madmanx]

Actually i am new to reloading ,i know the Bsaics but i am trying to build up both my Knowledge and my gear.I have a R C B S basic reloading kit ,Lee case trimmer and a Ultrasonic Cleaner.Which is the best way to determine how far you press the bullet into the case,any helps and tips would be appreciated

 

[JD338]

madmanx,

Welcome to the Nosler board and the wonderful world of reloading.
There are many folks here with many years of reloading experience that will help you out.
I wouls assume you are looking for accuracy over velocity. You can use the 165 gr data and work up just fine. Watch for pressure signs.
If you have any questions, let us know.

Good Luck,

JD338

 

[FOTIS]

Which is the best way to determine how far you press the bullet into the case,any helps and tips would be appreciated

OK:

Seat a bullet (no primer, no powder) way out there (longer than the suggested Cartridge Overall Length AKA..... COAL). Put the crtridge in the action and ram the bolt shut. You will notice that the bullet has some marks on it (rifling) and has been sat deeper by ramming it against the rifling. At this point the bullet is seating "kissing the lands" as they call it. Seat it .0010" deeper and make some rounds to shoot at a time (seating each lot 10 thou deeper) until you find the sweet spot. You obviously find the sweet spot by shooting 3 or 5 shot groups and see which one shoots better. Clear enough? :wink: