smitt32006
Beginner
- Apr 20, 2017
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I'm looking to see if anyone has tried these heavy bullets out of a 7mm-08.
The first go, I tried 38 gr. Reloader 15, with the bullet seated at .060" off the lands. This gives a base to ogive of 2.168" and wielded 7/8" at 100 yards.
Besides experience, I want to know if I should build a ladder load with powder or seating depth first.
The 2.168" BtO is the longest I can make the cartridge and still have it feed from the magazine into the action. Interestingly enough, the magazine isn't the limiting factor, it's the action.
I've tried to shoot Hornady white tail out of the gun and it wouldn't even pattern. The Hornady Super Performance gave me a 3" group at 100 yards. Any factory ammo recommendations would be appreciated too.
Trued Remington Short Action from NorthWest Actionworks, Brux 1:9 twist 4 groove rifling 24" barrel. Magpul Hunter stock, unbedded.
Thanks
The first go, I tried 38 gr. Reloader 15, with the bullet seated at .060" off the lands. This gives a base to ogive of 2.168" and wielded 7/8" at 100 yards.
Besides experience, I want to know if I should build a ladder load with powder or seating depth first.
The 2.168" BtO is the longest I can make the cartridge and still have it feed from the magazine into the action. Interestingly enough, the magazine isn't the limiting factor, it's the action.
I've tried to shoot Hornady white tail out of the gun and it wouldn't even pattern. The Hornady Super Performance gave me a 3" group at 100 yards. Any factory ammo recommendations would be appreciated too.
Trued Remington Short Action from NorthWest Actionworks, Brux 1:9 twist 4 groove rifling 24" barrel. Magpul Hunter stock, unbedded.
Thanks