Im about to open a new can of RL22 and it has a different lot# than the can im just finishing up. Do you guys think i'll have to start over with this load or can I expect it to shoot the same groups as the previous can? I know im going to have to load up some bullets and shoot them to actually see but im just curious as to what experience others have had when using the same powder from a different lot. Thank You!
Same Powder different lot#
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ScreaminEagle
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Everyone says drop your load by 10% then work up again. I can say that i have loaded a different lot # without worry about it and it was fine
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DrMike
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My policy is that whenever I change any component (including brass, primer, bullet and/or powder) I drop back at least five percent and work up. Whenever I change lot number, I follow the same routine. I hate surprises, especially when I am hunting.
OU812
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I recently did the same thing with RL-22 and with the old lot I was running 86.5 gr with 2920 fps, new lot 85.5 gr running 2955 fps and groups are not the same. Yes I would drop back but then that's just me.
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SJB358":1qc6o8ty said:
Good deal, I live in the southeastern part of the state and have been here all my life. As for powder it's sort of hit and miss right now around here but it can be had you just have to keep checking weekly with the local suppliers to see if a shipment came in and hope something arrived that you're looking for.
Ridge_Runner
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RE powders, especialy 22 is notorious for lot to lot varience, I finaly quit using it for that very reason.
scotty you gonna be close to the beach where a fellow could do some surf feeshin? if so I might come visit!!!
RR
scotty you gonna be close to the beach where a fellow could do some surf feeshin? if so I might come visit!!!
RR
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Ammo Smith
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How soon are you cutting out?SJB358":187k1tkx said:
I need to meet you and have a beer or two or coffee with you before you go :!: Sounds like your headed for the swamp Camp L.
Ridge_Runner":nevuok14 said:
I'll be down at Camp Lejeune living in Sneads Ferry. Doesn't get much closer to the water and the ocean should be right out my front door. Rigs always open buddy! Come on down.
Rodger, I'm staying down there by myself as the family is staying Va till my son graduates so you will see me. I'll be back and forth plenty.
