6.5x55 Elk Load

[JD338]

I guess being a handloader, factory ammo never really bothers me, coming or going. It is nice to be able to buy factory stuff, but I think I have bought 1 box in the last 10 years. Scotty

Same here Scotty. That said thank God one can not reload 17 HMR or 22 LR. With my kids it would be a full time job. :shock:

Good point!

JD338

 

[nomosendero]

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewProduct/default.aspx?productNumber=890016

http://www.midwayusa.com/viewProduct/de ... ber=227219

Fotis, thanks for the links, I read the reviews for the NP, quite good!!

Even though I will load the rounds, it's good to read all of the real life experiences you can.

 

[nomosendero]

I am going to order some of the 140PT's, I allready have loads for the 125PT & 130 Acc.
If I get good accuracy, I will run with the 140PT for extra insurance. As is normal with the Swedish Mauser's, the throat is Veeery long for those 156 European needles. I am not sure which brass I will buy, but leaning toward Lapua for this round, but Norma is a possible too.
Most of our 6.5x55 brass has been used for many rounds, I don't want to risk a problem in the field.I have some H4831 on hand, H1000 & will get some H4350. I would think H1000 would be the last trial, as it seems a wee slow for this round, but I want to stay with temp stable (to a degree at least) powder.
Right now we have 100degree temps with high humidity & this will be a Dec. hunt.

I will also be testing my Number 1 264Mag at the same time & have some Retumbo for that.

I will inform of the results later.

Looks like this winter will bea 6.5cal. hunting season for both of us! :grin:

 

[Powerstroke]

Either the 125pt or 130ab would work fine on cow elk.
The 130AB out of our .260 is our late season cow elk pill of choice - They work great.

Congrats on the tag and good luck !