I am running some tests on my reloaded ammo’s lately and I have noticed that concentricity results are not that great (I am measuring with a gauge..), although I always put maximum care into all loading operations (from resizing through final bullet seating).
I do not think I can further improve with the gear I’ve got (RCBS “standard dies) as I have tried it a few times with pretty much the same results.
Bullet concentricity rarely drops below 0,10 millimeter, the average being around 0,15 to 0,20…
Accuracy is not that bad, considering the type of rifle I am using, but I would like to get the most out of it.
I do not intend to do bench rest competition, but I would like to extend my hunting range by a reasonable amount, and thus gaining confidence in my set-up, and be sure to hit the aiming target at least 9 times out to 10 out to 500 meters (550 yds.).
Do you Guys think that Custom Dies is the way to go ?
Should I eventually expect substantial improvements in accuracy, or is it just hype and not really necessary in the field ?
Which Maker/Brand would you suggest and what are the procedures to get them made ?
My rifle is a single-shot break open K95 Blaser, chambered in 6,5x57R Mauser.
Looking forward to your suggestions.
Thank you in advance.
Cheers
:wink:
I do not think I can further improve with the gear I’ve got (RCBS “standard dies) as I have tried it a few times with pretty much the same results.
Bullet concentricity rarely drops below 0,10 millimeter, the average being around 0,15 to 0,20…
Accuracy is not that bad, considering the type of rifle I am using, but I would like to get the most out of it.
I do not intend to do bench rest competition, but I would like to extend my hunting range by a reasonable amount, and thus gaining confidence in my set-up, and be sure to hit the aiming target at least 9 times out to 10 out to 500 meters (550 yds.).
Do you Guys think that Custom Dies is the way to go ?
Should I eventually expect substantial improvements in accuracy, or is it just hype and not really necessary in the field ?
Which Maker/Brand would you suggest and what are the procedures to get them made ?
My rifle is a single-shot break open K95 Blaser, chambered in 6,5x57R Mauser.
Looking forward to your suggestions.
Thank you in advance.
Cheers
:wink: