Better to reload for an M1A?

[Mightey White Hunter]

Is it better to reload for a Springfield Armory M1A or just use factory ammo? And will there be a noticable difference in the Accuracy? I was also wondering the same thing about a Ruger Mini-14... any Ideas?

 

[fredj338]

Not much helps a Mini-14 but handloads will often get the most froma ny rifle. I pretty much handload only for my M1 & M1a. Just keep the vel. off the max. & use med. burning powders & bullets less than 180gr.

 

[AZ Pete]

Regarding the M1a, you bet. Gas guns are not any different than bolt guns regarding tayloring a load to the rifle for best accuracy. You are more limited to powder burn rate though. Use powders in the 4895 relm and you will do well.